DreamLand Cafe

Name: DreamLand Cafe
Address: 262 Preston Street, Ottowa, ON, Canada, K1R 7R5
Telephone: (613) 422-4200
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

386 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Italian

Top tags:

THE BEST PASTA IN OTTAWA
LOCAL - FRESH - FEELS LIKE HOME

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Café
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(613) 422-4200
Website
http://dreamlandcafe.ca/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Coco De Leo

Location
262 Preston Street, Ottowa, ON K1R 7R5
Neighbourhood
Little Italy
Cross Street
Gladstone Ave.
Parking Details
Private Lot
Public Transit
Gladstone / Preston
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Popular dishes

Dippers
Buttery garlic bread served with tomato sauce, pesto, and oil & balsamic. Can be made vegan. Nut Free
- Regular$8.00
- Vegan$8.00
Parmesan Salad$14.00
Arugula, radicchio, pickled red onions, fried capers and parmesan all tossed in a honey lemon vinaigrette. Can be made vegan
Just Meatballs$12.00
Three of Nonna's delicious meatballs doused in tomato sauce and parmesan cheese. Comes with 3 slices of garlic bread! Contains beef & pork (Meatballs are gluten free)
Honey I Deep Fried the Brussels$16.00
Deep fried brussel sprouts coated with a honey chilli oil and topped with pickled red onions. Served with a dijonnaise
Meatball Sub$15.00
Nonna's Meatballs served on garlic bread lathered with pesto and baked with aged cheddar. Contains pork
"Grilled" Cheese$10.00
Served on garlic bread with aged cheddar & mozzarella + a side of tomato sauce for dipping
Side Order Garlic Bread
2 Pieces!
- Garlic Bread$1.00
- Cheesy Garlic Bread$3.00
- Vegan Garlic Bread$1.00
Potatoes 'n' Pesto$14.00
Deep fried smashed baby potatoes tossed with our signature pesto and served with a side of roasted red pepper aioli

Signature Pastas

Puttanesca
Smashed cherry tomatoes, roasted red pepper puree, habanero peppers, green olives, pesto, & crispy capers. (Pasta: Mafaldine). Sausage add on recommended!
- Regular$19.00
- Vegan$19.00
Carbonara$20.00
Creamy egg & parmesan sauce with crispy cubed pancetta. Topped with lots of parmesan. Contains pork (Pasta: Mafaldine)
Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00
The one.. the only... original secret recipe. Nonna's tomato sauce. Served with two meatballs and lots of parmesan. Contains beef & pork (Pasta: Spaghetti)
Ricotta Red Pepper$19.00
Zesty and creamy red pepper sauce made with confit garlic & spinach. Topped with house made ricotta. (Pasta: Fettuccine)
Confit Aglio e Olio$16.00
Confit garlic, habanero peppers, tossed with fresh parsley. (Pasta: Spaghetti). Vegan Option

Keep It Simple Pastas

Alfredo Pasta$15.00
Heavenly cream sauce. Topped with parmesan. (Pasta: Fettuccine)
Rosé All Day$15.00
The pasta that feels like a hug. Tomato + alfredo sauce. (Pasta: Penne)
Penne Pesto$14.00
Our herbaceous pesto. (Pasta: Eggless Penne). Nut Free
Spaghetti Tomato$14.00
Nonna's tomato sauce. (Pasta: Spaghetti)
Creamy Pesto$16.00
Everybody's favourite. Pesto + alfredo sauce. (Pasta: Mafaldine). Nut Free
Cacio e Pepe$17.00
Good old fashioned pecorino cheese and black pepper sauce. Salty, peppery, creamy goodness. (Pasta: Spaghetti)

Mac 'N' Cheese

Classic Mac$16.00
Four delicious cheeses, one unforgettable experience. (Pasta: Creste De Gallo)
Pesto Mac$17.00
Perfect blend of cheese and herbaceous flavours. (Pasta: Creste De Gallo). Nut Free
Tuna Melt 'n' Cheese$20.00
Our classic mac n cheese with our signature tuna salad, baked in the oven with white cheddar, and topped with dill pickle chip gremolata, and green onion. (Pasta: Creste de Gallo)
Sriracha Mac$16.50
Our delicious 4 cheese mac with the addition of spicy sriracha and sliced green onion on top! (Pasta: Creste de Gallo)
A Lil' Loaded$18.00
Our classic mac 'n' cheese with bacon, sriracha sour cream & green onion. Contains pork. (Pasta: Creste de Gallo)

Dessert

Tiramisu$9.00
Layers of espresso soaked lady fingers, mascarpone whip cream and cocoa powder. Alcohol free
Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cup$9.00
Chocolate mousse layered with strawberry compote, & fresh whip

Take Home Sauces

Tomato Sauce
San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, onion, & secret spices. Heat up and serve. Can be frozen
- 1/2 Liter$8.00
- 1 Liter$15.00
Alfredo Sauce
Butter, cream, secret spices. Comes with parmesan cheese. Heat and simmer for 5 minutes, add as much or as little parmesan as you want. Can be frozen
- 1/2 Liter$8.00
- 1 Liter$15.00
Rosé Sauce
Beautiful blend of our tomato and alfredo sauces. Heat and simmer for 5 minutes before adding pasta, add as much or as little parmesan as you'd like. Can be frozen
- 1/2 Liter$8.00
- 1 Liter$15.00
Creamy Pesto Sauce
Beautiful blend of our pesto and alfredo sauces. Heat and simmer for 5 minutes before adding pasta, add as much or as little parmesan as you'd like. Can be frozen
- 1/2 Liter$8.00
- 1 Liter$15.00
200g Pesto Sauce$8.00
Basil, arugula, lemon, garlic. This vegan pesto can be enjoyed cold or heated. Nut Free. Can be frozen
100g Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese$5.50
200ml Coco's Caesar Dressing$6.50
Dress up your salad or use as a dipping sauce! Add parmesan cheese to recreate our signature kale salad. Contains Anchovies

What 386 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Ottawa
Best Overall
Ottawa
Best Food
Ottawa
Best Value
Ottawa
Gluten-free-friendly
Ottawa
Healthy
Ottawa
Vegetarian-friendly
Ottawa
Italian
Ottawa
Best Overall
Ottawa
Best Food
Ottawa
Best Value
Ottawa
Gluten-free-friendly
Ottawa
Healthy
Ottawa
Vegetarian-friendly
Ottawa
Italian

386 Reviews

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SarahA
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely excellent experience overall. We'll be back for sure!
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best pasta we’ve had. My girlfriend loves spaghetti and meatballs and she was over the moon by the flavor and portion 5 out of 5 would recommend
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TracyW
Atlantic City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall it was a great dinner. Service was great. My only real complaint was for the cost of the kids meals the portions were really really small. Everything tasted phenomenal and we will be back.
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Annie
Ottawa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 22, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Trendy location/atmosphere, super friendly and helpful staff, delicious food and wine paring. As the restaurant got busier it was a little noisy making it more difficult to converse and hear my associates during conversation. Otherwise, great!
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Pearl
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the server was so friendly and helpful. Great ambience. It was loud for my liking but everyone seemed so hyped to be there that it caused volume. Didn't take away from the experience.
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MarioO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very positive first experience. Efficient and friendly service, innovative and tasty food including an unexpectedly good Caesar salad, and reasonable prices. Many different pasta options and difficult to make a choice so we will have no choice but to return!
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LADL
Ottawa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a family gathering and tested out the new appetizers and we all had different pastas. The calamari was NEXT level good! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their dish. DreamLand is such a special place where we’re treated so well each and every time we go. Thank you to the hardworking kitchen and front of house staff. You never disappoint! See you next time.
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UriB
Montreal
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing restaurant! Had a special request as my wife was having a surprise from her out of town brother and they helped pull it off perfectly!
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Nicole
Ottawa
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love going to this place, the food is incredible and always have great service
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TinaL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best pasta restaurant in town with affordable pricing and amazing garlic bread 👍🏻 friendly and quick services
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BarbaraM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We tried three different pastas, all three were deliciously unique in flavour, we had the broccoli appetizer and shared a tiramisu for desert, the service was friendly and attentive,
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CindyR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
delicious food. The brussel sprouts are the best I've had
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing pasta, fun informal atmosphere, great service, excellent value. Can’t go wrong.
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Anonymous
Montreal
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Nice little restaurant; very friendly staff, everyone in our party of 4 enjoyed their meal
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Tiffany
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my first time at Dreamland café and it came highly recommended by friends and colleagues. It was probably the best pasta I've ever eaten! All of the ingredients were fresh and it was so delicious. My mother always said a sign of good food is no one needs to season at the table and not one of us needed to. The desserts were also lovely - rich and decadent and very satiating for a self-proclaimed sweet tooth. The ambiance is cute and cozy and the staff were knowledgeable and friendly. I would highly recommend Dreamland for any pasta/carb lover and will definitely be returning in the near future!
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KatieT
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best dining experiences in Ottawa. You can tell a lot of love has gone into this restaurant.
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SarahB
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New menu options are great and the food was so delicious. The servers are friendly and attentive. Great spot.
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Sheena
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have always loved everything I've eaten here (I do so fairly regularly). The seasonal options are wonderful to try but, whenever I'm feeling for a bowl of comfort - the regular line up is absolutely magical.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great pasta! Nice service! The server recommended the nice wine to go with the pasta.
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Janelle
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Some of the best pasta I’ve ever had and 10/10 customer service!
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ClaireH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the best pasta ever, will mostly return and suggest it to friends.
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AlexS
Ottawa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best GF calamari I’ve ever had! The best pasta in Ottawa! Amazing service! Lovely people!!
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Justin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
quaint place, where the food was well worth the uncomfortable/awkward chairs and tables. while the chairs were easy to lean back in, it was difficult to sit up properly and eat over the table (which was trimmed with something like a picket fence), the food was absolutely delicious and like having sex in your mouth with the best itialian food i've ever had in my 40 yrs of life. 10/10, would sit myself so uncomfortably there again to eat that amazing food, and if i could continue to afford to drink avg. ~$15 cocktails.
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ToriG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Phenomenal food, great service, and a good vibe. I’ve been wanting to come here since August 2022 and just haven’t gotten around to it, boy am I glad we finally came!
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Yutian
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good pasta and drinks! Had a great time with friends.
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Anon
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot! Small, intimate atmosphere and the food is fantastic.
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BrandonS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Easily the best pasta I've had in Ottawa. Can't recommend it enough.
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Jerry
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, exceptional staff. Highly recommend
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JamesM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beat date spot! Amazing food, great price and atmosphere. The only thing I regret is waiting so long to come!
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PierreL
Ottawa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time to Dreamland on Preston. Catriona our waitress was awesome. Great little restaurant in little Italy. Food was great but a little on the pricey side for the portions.
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Mariette
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All around a delightful ambiance, quality delicious food and the loveliest staff. Also very reasonably priced!
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LADL
Ottawa
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From apps through to desserts, everything was spectacular.
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Ellie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful little spot on Preston. Diverse pasta menu with a wonderful array of sides and drink options. Lovely warm ambience with great staff!
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Maegen
Ottawa
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was delicious, fresh and flavourful. Ambience was a bit confusing but cute - place was loud, so hard to have a conversation, but still fun. Service was awesome! We're definitely coming back!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We had the lemon pesto shrimp and the spaghetti and meatballs and both were delicious. Service was excellent and we will definitely be back.
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KarlaS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great relaxed neighbourhood restaurant where you get personal service. The patio is great feature and the staff are always pleasant and accommodating. Serves good comfort food.
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved everything we had. From the cheese garlic bread, to the pesto pasta and my tiramisu. Our server Cam was also amazing. Would recommend for an inexpensive casual dinner especially for any pasta lovers 🍝😋♥️
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KelseyL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious. My partner and I loved it! Highly recommended! Uncomfortable bench seating. Otherwise amazing experience!!!!
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pastalover
Ottawa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
5 stars all around. Consistently delicious every visit, we love Dreamland and look forward to every visit.
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ChanelM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best pasta in Ottawa . Very cozy, intimate and tasty.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

DreamLand Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. DreamLand Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (613) 422-4200.

DreamLand Cafe is rated 4.9 stars by 386 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 10, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

262 Preston Street, Ottowa, ON K1R 7R5

Additional information

Cross Street
Gladstone Ave.
Neighbourhood
Little Italy
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Café
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
Private Lot
Public Transit
Gladstone / Preston
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Coco De Leo
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://dreamlandcafe.ca/
Phone number
(613) 422-4200

DreamLand Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Alfredo Pasta

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Tiramisu

Starters / Not Pasta

Dippers

Parmesan Salad$14.00

Just Meatballs$12.00

Honey I Deep Fried the Brussels$16.00

Meatball Sub$15.00

"Grilled" Cheese$10.00

Side Order Garlic Bread

Potatoes 'n' Pesto$14.00

Signature Pastas

Puttanesca

Carbonara$20.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$19.00

Ricotta Red Pepper$19.00

Confit Aglio e Olio$16.00

Keep It Simple Pastas

Alfredo Pasta$15.00

Rosé All Day$15.00

Penne Pesto$14.00

Spaghetti Tomato$14.00

Creamy Pesto$16.00

Cacio e Pepe$17.00

Mac 'N' Cheese

Classic Mac$16.00

Pesto Mac$17.00

Tuna Melt 'n' Cheese$20.00

Sriracha Mac$16.50

A Lil' Loaded$18.00

Dessert

Tiramisu$9.00

Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cup$9.00

Take Home Sauces

Tomato Sauce

Alfredo Sauce

Rosé Sauce

Creamy Pesto Sauce

200g Pesto Sauce$8.00

100g Finely Grated Parmesan Cheese$5.50

200ml Coco's Caesar Dressing$6.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitising

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does DreamLand Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is DreamLand Cafe restaurant rated?

Is DreamLand Cafe currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information