Simpatico embraced the share plate menu long before it became wildly fashionable. It's a premise that works perfectly in this open and relaxed dining space,patronised by loyal locals and Saturday shoppers taking a break from browsing Paddington's designer shops. Snack on communal favourites such as fried green olives with a tangy roast garlic mayonnaise,or white anchovies laid across toasted bread,while debating your group eating decisions. Smaller share plates are globally roaming;an Asian sticky chilli caramel pork belly with refreshing apple slaw sits beside crisp beef empanadas and a goat's cheese and caramelised onion tart. More substantial hungers can be sated with the larger plates,such as a simply grilled spatchcock with a fresh herb salad,or tender barbecued beef ribs with tequila and salt crisps and a spicy jalapeno pickle. The dessert list is short but appealing,with the classic tarte tatin always a sure bet,but it might be easier to continue sharing the love with a cheese platter.