Criniti’s Castle Hill officially opened in November 2011. The Matthew Darwin designed space includes spacious dining area for over 350 customers spread over two levels with a sophisticated mix of banquets and chairs to complement the rustic decor. A Lamborghini engine is suspended from the domed ceiling on the second floor, while the pizza bar is completely finished with copper.

Famous for its passion for authentic Italian food and culture as well as exceptional service, Criniti’s specialises in traditional Southern Italian cuisine, resurrecting an art of food that is rarely seen today in even the oldest of Italian homes.

The menu concentrates on the many regions of southern Italy and how the landscape and climate influence certain cuisines. The passionate head chef leads a team driven to seek excellence, stating "Our philosophy is to seek the best ingredients, produced by like minded suppliers with consistency and sustainability and most importantly quality in mind. Keeping in mind the most traditional Italian techniques and pushing boundaries without fear of innovation".

Also, a first for Sydneysiders, Criniti’s Pantry is located within the restaurant. Criniti's Pantry is a contemporary Italian pasticceria baking traditional and innovative Italian-inspired pastries, cakes and biscotti. The famous Criniti’s antipasti ingredients, including the homemade salami, are also available to purchase.