Left to right: Maritozzi brioche buns with ora king caviar, Chilli fried calamari

Andiamo does happy hour a little differently — here’s what you need to know

Otto Hour at Andiamo is still running, and is the perfect way to spend a languorous afternoon. Otto translates to lucky number eight in Italian, and lucky it is indeed, with an elevated selection of drinks during Otto hour priced at a modest $8.

Running the happy hour from 4-5pm daily was a considered choice, timed to inspire locals to make like the Italians and take a moment of repose to enjoy the warmth of the late afternoon sun.

On the food front, revellers will find a number of tasty deals sure to hit the spot as you sip on a refreshing Otto Spritz or a glass of whatever takes your fancy from the extensive menu. From chilli fried calamari, ‘bagna cauda’, with chilli oil and lemon to maritozzi brioche buns with parmesan custard and ora king caviar and a satisfying focaccia with goat’s cheese and walnut whipped butter with vincotto, the food on offer is sure to inspire you to stay for a little longer than just happy hour.

Open Tuesday through Sunday, we encourage you to perch at one of Andiamo’s highly sought-after outdoor tables surrounding their Jervois Road post and live la dolce vita.

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