Restaurant
Catalano Family Kitchen Highgate
483 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003, Australia
Find Catalano Family Kitchen Highgate
483 Beaufort St, Highgate WA 6003, Australia
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Beaufort Street regulars head to Catalano Family Kitchen for unapologetic *abbondanza*—where restraint stays off the table and nobody leaves hungry. The draw is sheer volume: seafood platters stacked with calamari, garlic prawns, and black pots of chilli mussels that easily feed twice the headcount. Pasta comes built to order, pairing fettuccine or penne with vodka sauce or marinara. Floor staff patrol the buzzing dining room in force, whisking away empty shells on the spot while family tables stretch out dinner at an unhurried pace.
- Pure Abbondanza: Towering seafood platters and heaping pasta bowls arrive in generous portions designed to share, easily feeding more guests than listed on the menu.
- High-Touch Floor Service: Attentive floor staff clear empty plates promptly and check in often, keeping group gatherings effortless without rushing anyone out the door.
- Custom Pasta Pairings: Diners choose their preferred pasta cuts—such as fettuccine or penne—to match with house-made sauces ranging from rich vodka to marinara.
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Why Diners Choose Catalano Family Kitchen
Generous portions, vibrant hospitality, and shared Italian comfort on Beaufort Street—reserve your table tonight.
Feast-Scale Seafood Platters
Dishes are built around true family-style abundance, offering immense shared seafood platters and oversized mains so every guest leaves completely full.
We shared the seafood platter for 2 and it could honestly have fed 4.
Angela Vlam Flexible Pasta and Sauce Pairings
Rather than rigid culinary dogma, the kitchen lets guests tailor their pasta courses by freely selecting their preferred pasta shape and scratch-made sauce pairing.
It was great to get a choice of pasta or sauce to go with the dish of your choice.
Anigozanthos Zanth Unforgettable Milestone Celebrations
From personalized floor management to joyful, enthusiastic teamwork, milestone family gatherings are treated with genuine hospitality and meticulous care.
Her attention to detail and genuine care made my dad’s birthday celebration truly unforgettable.
Jennifer Ronald Warm Multi-Generational Gatherings
The welcoming, energetic dining room is ideally suited for bringing together multiple generations over crowd-pleasing Italian classics.
the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and it was a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion.
ヅKannie Belle Unhurried, Leisurely Dining
Guests are encouraged to settle in, savor conversation, and linger comfortably without feeling rushed or hurried through table turns.
We enjoyed a leisurely dining experience, allowing us to savor our food and engage in great conversation without feeling pressured to leave.
Garry Whitelaw High-Touch Front-of-House Service
A high density of attentive waitstaff ensures continuous check-ins and prompt plate clearing while maintaining a warm, effortless rhythm.
They seem to have one watress for every 2 tables and that is a superbly high level of service.
K Ed
Most popular items
Abundant Italian classics and ocean-fresh catches that define the table.
Seafood Platter
We shared the seafood platter for 2 and it could honestly have fed 4. Everything on it was perfectly cooked and tasty.
Angela Vlam Chilli Mussels
The chilli mussels looked AMAZING! And we could certainly taste the actual chilli!
Y T Salt & Pepper Calamari
the calamari was perfectly cooked
ヅKannie Belle Seafood Marinara
Seafood Marinara with fettuccine. Sauce was rich, seafood very fresh.
K Ed
Other favorites
Complement your feast with savoury starters, house sweets, and drinks.
Mushroom Bruschetta
mushroom bruschetta came with a really yummy pesto that I couldn't stop mopping up
David Tan Antipasto Plate
antipasto plate had a nice mix of cold and warm meats with a balsamic glaze and olive oil dip
David Tan Tiramisu
I liked the tiramisu
Y T Drinks
Drinks - fantastic.
Tatianja Hill
Frequently Asked Questions
How large are the portion sizes?
Catalano Family Kitchen serves generous family-style portions. Diners frequently note that dishes are substantial enough to take home leftovers, and the seafood platter for two is often ample enough to satisfy three to four people.
Can you customize pasta shapes and sauces?
Yes. Pasta orders allow you to select your preferred pasta shape (such as fettuccine or penne) paired with your choice of sauce from an extensive list.
Are gluten-free and vegetarian options available?
The kitchen caters for coeliac diners with dedicated gluten-free Italian options. Vegetarian choices are also available, though it is recommended to confirm specific dish ingredients (such as arancini fillings) when ordering.
Can you book a table in advance?
Catalano Family Kitchen accepts table reservations, which can be particularly helpful for group celebrations and busy weekend dinners. Walk-ins can also be accommodated when tables or booths are open.
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