Italian cuisine: the best places to taste it in Bendigo

14 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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The Epicurean Delicatessen
The Epicurean Delicatessen
90/100 (392 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Cafe
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Lasagne
Arancini
Cakes
Pesto
Café
Café
Italian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had an Eggs Benedict and Iced coffee after driving all night from Brisbane (literally all night!). This breakfast woke me up and I felt brand new...."
Kelsey Remmelt
"Its the nicest friendliest place to eat in Bendigo. Huge range to choose from in food eapecially vegetarian..."
Bev Dawn Bof
"Amazingly flavorsome food, prepared fresh with care. I always leave happy and with a bursting belly from this place. The staff have always been..."
Alana Gray
"I have enjoyed excellent coffee and delicious food from the friendly people at the Epicurean Delicatessen for two days running. Very generous sized..."
Helen Robinson
"We go here on a regular basis and always ends up as a meeting point. Incredible selection of food and..."
Marie Negri
"great coffee and friendly staff, enjoyed my time as a visitor from..."
Rolex Tang
"Food is fresh and so delicious and the staff are very friendly. I would definitely eat here..."
Belinda Kaynes
"I love this place SOOOO much. The choices are staggering and it's the only place I eat salmon. It's amazing. My fav barista. Tony and Maria are..."
Kanon Cunningham
"Went to the Italian dinner last night and it's one of the best nights we have had in a long time. The food was amazing and I tried wines I would..."
Georgina Rosaia
"Oh..my...goodness. Best food I've eaten all year. Can't wait to go back. Thank..."
Julia Keeble
"Just had a great lunch and two coffees. Great service, and the food is absolutely delicious. Highly..."
Phil Gutteridge
"Fantastic catering for a work event - the food was beautifully presented and a little different from your usual catering fare. We were extremely..."
Carolyne Taplin
"Best breakfast in bendigo. Hands..."
Megan King
"My Favourite place..."
Crystal Harry
"Great coffee, lovely friendly service and a wide variety of choice of yummy Italian food. This is a classic deli style cafe that is authentic. A..."
FoodWineCaffeineChick
"Absolutely adored the food at The Epicurean Deli in Bendigo.Delicious, creamy omelette and house made Italian donuts.There is a beautiful..."
DaniB @eatmystreet.net
"Delicious breakfast and friendly staff. I had an amazing zucchini fritters dish with fresh juice that was probably the best brekkie I've had this..."
MikeC
"Great food and friendly staff! Very welcoming! Highly recommend. Always greeted with a smile and never ignored. Fantastic place for lunch!..."
Sabcat
"@gastronomygirlThis cafe never fails to deliver food is always top notch service great my only criticism would be coffee sometimes is not so..."
Berlexbear
"Some places you feel comfortable straight away. It's a combination of a nice atmosphere but also the food is like how Grandma would cook a..."
MK321
"Been coming here for a while since moving here a couple of years ago and it's the only place I feel like I'm back home when here.Best coffee,..."
Slav Milovanovic
"Fantastic food. Been in Victoria for 4 days and hands down this place has the best food we've had thus far. High..."
Facebook User
"Wow really enjoyed the food here. This place has everything going for it and from the moment you walk in you are greeted by a traditional deli..."
Rennie
"Food was lovely. Coffee was.... Food was lovely.Coffee was too milky. And when I went to toilet, my coffee was on the table already. Waitress..."
Hungry Caterpillar
"Great Breakfast. Great breakfast...coffee is divine! Very friendly..."
Jan Alexander
"Nice Breakfast. Very busy, but rightly so. A great breakfast and the deli options looked fantastic. Only slight downer was that the eggs were very..."
MrCreosote
"Oh my gosh. the smell of this place is amazing. coffee is yummyyyy. and after craving pancakes all day and being unable to find any anywhere,this..."
Erm
"AMAZING FOOD AND SERVICE. Such a lovely environment, everyone is so nice and welcoming!Great food and service. Staff are so engaging and always..."
Bridget Trewartha
"I like coming here for a spicy pasta with aranchini or similar. Decent coffee, really nice food. Worth a try, normally around 20 for lunch with a..."
Brent Clayton
"Deli plus. Stocked with the widest range of continental products particularly cheeses in Bendigo. Lunches never fail to impress. Family business with..."
Particular
"Decent serving size, tasty food, and decent pricing. My poached egg was overcooked but the rest was perfect. Pesto is a bit salty but otherwise..."
Iggy
"Very nice. A cute little deli, with a nice courtyard out the back for sitting in the sun. Large serving sizes and friendly staff. Good..."
Therese
"Raelene, Lara and their team did an amazing job catering our wedding. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the food was exactly what we wanted...."
Lauren Maciej
"Great meal and wonderful service. It was a group booking and they made it into a buffet which was very reasonably priced with more than enough food..."
Alan Kroiter
"With new owners on the sign board we entered the Epicurean Deli in Mitchell st. Staff member Carlo made us welcome from the moment we entered and..."
Denis Fitzgerald
"Amazing food. And the best service and coffee. Love our Tuesday..."
Rhonda Reilly
"Lovely, fresh, home made food. Nice atmosphere. Only wish they were open for dinner! The Sicilian pasta and Italian donuts are to die..."
Melanie
Cafe Roubaix
Cafe Roubaix
90/100 (99 ratings)
Quick Bites
Dessert
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Cafe
Australian
American
Japanese
Japanese
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Italian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Café
American
Café
Japanese
Australian
Italian
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Street Parking
Seating
Parking Available
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"My fave coffee shop my far! � Only place that gets my Almond Milk latte to PERFECTION, LOVE their signature hot chocolate, awesome food and the..."
Grace Elizabeth
"Always amazing service, beautiful food and the signature is..."
Laura Cuskelly
"Great Coffee and friendly staff! Will definately be..."
Wayne Bevo Bevans
"The staff are ever so friendly and the coffees and meals are..."
Emily Young
"Excellent customer service and great food. Will definitely be back for..."
Jess Blackley
"Wow absolutely amazing! So friendly awesome..."
Shelby Thompson
"My new favourite cafe. I had a chicken avo cheese mayo foccacia and a signature hot chocolate. Was sooooo yummy!! Thank..."
Susan Bysouth
"The frittata was delicious. Will definitely be back to try the yummy..."
Emily Fithall
Borchelli
Borchelli
86/100 (1186 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
European
Vegan Options
Italian
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
European
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Saltimbocca
Crepes
Lemon tart
Bruschette
Pesto
Salad
Fish
Risotto
Antipasti
Salmon
Tiramisu
Carbonara
Sit down
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
European
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Digital Payments
Gift Cards Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Highchairs Available
Family style
Full Bar
Non-smoking restaurants
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Nice meal. Service was great. Potions was big too. The Penne Calabrese was just delicious. The flavor profiles were simple but very..."
Calvin Chia
"Great food. Great company. Great staff Elvis playing in the background, who could ask for..."
Clive Coogan
"Cheery Italian street cafe with great staff and down to earth meals. Very busy so I would advise making a booking in advance if you..."
Sara Langham
"One of the best coffees in bendigo. Great pasta. Friendly service. Good..."
Janeene Du Bois
"Fantastic food. Super authentic. It is always extremely busy so be sure to book. It did take 30mins to get our order taken but as I work in..."
Hollie Jones
"2 hour timeline for our dinner, food was very good although I thought it was a little overpriced. Staff were accommodating for our large..."
genie egorov
Luchiano Pizza & Pasta
Luchiano Pizza & Pasta
85/100 (428 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Fast Food
Fast food
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Pasta
Pesto
Fast food
Pizza
Italian
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Amazing pizza and cheesecake good prices and delivery was quick. Ordered online and it said around an hour wait the driver knocked on the door 30..."
Sammi Lister
"Loved the pizza and pasta! Best place in Bendigo and amazing customer service. The family that own it are lovely..."
Darcie Jane
"Best pizza in Bendigo. Always delivered quickly and hot. Love..."
Mark O'Meara
"Best pizza in Bendigo by far!!!! Beautiful family and always fantastic customer service. Love having a chat while we're there..."
Chell McKenzie
"Missing you guys. We need a Luchiano’s in Alice Springs. Love to you..."
Timothy Donovan
"Best pizza, always fresh and full of flavour 10/10!..."
Chon Whitting
"Love this place for our pizza. Always fresh and..."
Kader Short
Bridges7
82/100 (91 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Built Pizza
80/100 (19 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Pizza
"Dear other pizzerias in Australia: please come here and take a lesson from these guys... Best pizza we had during our year in Oz! Real woodfired..."
Tom De Nies
"Just discovered this place a few days ago and the pizza is mind blowing!! So good, full of flavour and top service, highly..."
Amba Kang
"Exceptionally flavoured pizza, great people, professional..."
Sam Storer
"Always a wonderful curry here. We had a great..."
Dawn Morgan
"The best pizza of everywhere of all..."
Mr Pig
"Best Pizza in Bendigo by..."
Gurpreet Chatha
Don Chichios
Don Chichios
80/100 (21 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
"We have ordered twice from Don Chichios and have been very impressed both times! The Spaghetti Pizza is to die for! The toppings are flavoursome and..."
Krystal Harte
"Just had pizza again at Dons....always bloody great and excellent value. Staff are super friendly and the owner Tony is a legend! My daughter loves..."
Carson White
"Pizza arrived hot and fresh. Onion on the meat lovers is a winner for sure! Highly..."
Natalie Nolen
"Very tasty! the whole family enjoyed our meal. Great service. Will definitely be coming back next time..."
Steve Murley
Stella Bendigo - Woodfired Pizzeria, Wine Bar & Cafe
Stella Bendigo - Woodfired Pizzeria, Wine Bar & Cafe
79/100 (706 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Italian
Cafe
Australian
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Sit down
Wine Bar
Pizza
Australian
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Live Music
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
The Groove Train
The Groove Train
79/100 (159 ratings)
Restaurants
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
International
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Calamari
Calamares
Club Sandwich
Sandwiches
"Great place for breakfast. Coming here for years. Great food and customer service. Highly..."
Chris Mather
"Great meals and friendly helpful staff. The Wood fired pizzas are really tasty and there is a good menu with plenty to choose from. It's a great..."
Lani Gerdsen
"Very nice and friendly place. Decent menu. Very friendly..."
Rehab Doc
"We dropped in for afternoon tea. We were greeted and offered our choice of tables. We sat at a sunny table with a view. The service was prompt,..."
Cassandra Stone
"This place wins a regular visit on my part because of the Lime milkshakes. (although get them thick, they're better) Decent prices, nicely cooked..."
Dave Beer
The Borough Club
The Borough Club
79/100 (642 ratings)
Restaurants
Pub
Italian
Greek
Australian
Pub
Italian
Greek
Australian
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Sit down
Greek
Australian
Italian
Pub
Accepts Visa
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"We are new to town, been here a week, went for lunch, the staff and locals were friendly and the food is amazing, definitely be going..."
Louise Arnott
"Great food, friendly environment, great staff.. Special thanks to Gay & Bev....."
Trevor Daly
"Delicious food , excellent service . Lovely..."
Gina Hilson
"Had a lovely lunch with a friend today. It was awesome and the young guy who served us our drinks was very helpful as well. We will definitely be..."
Judi Jones
"The service I have received from Borough Club from start to finish was nothing short of understanding. I had a large group booking, Cindy, Deb and..."
Bradley Ower
"I totally disagree with the last review, I have been coming here for 15 years and cannot fault the staff. They are always friendly and cheerful and..."
Ian Mulcair
"Always the best food and the friendliest staff! We were looked after by Deb And the chefs Tuella and Bailey always outdo themselves from the previous..."
Kayla Harris
"Had a 22-people organised event in which Cindy, Deb and Chanelle were super prompt and helpful with catering for so many people. Food was ready to go..."
Richard
"Beautiful tea tonight couldn't have wished for better. Deb and Cindy and the staff member are always welcoming and very friendly. Thank you a..."
Teresa Hammer
"The steak is absolutely the best in town, and the staff are always polite and go out of their way to make sure you are being looked after. The whole..."
Russell Welsh
"Its was quite awhile since I've been there, but it has improved the meal was scrumptious. The staff were very friendly and it was very..."
Kathy Christie
"Just missed dinner but was able to grab a snack and a drink from the bar, lovely staff & had nice..."
Jess Holgate
Jojoes Restaurant
Jojoes Restaurant
76/100 (919 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Australian
Pizza
Italian
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Cheesy Pizza Sub
Garlic bread
Roasted Pumpkin & Quinoa
Bacon
Smashed Avo
Pasta
Salad
Chili
Calamari
Risotto
Calamares
Breakfast Bruschetta
Mexican Pizza
Pizza Happy
Tiramisú
Cakes
Milk Chocolate Mousse
House Salad - Side
Pesto
Southern Fried Cauliflower
Penne Pasta Salad
Gnocchi
Sit down
Pizza
Australian
Italian
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Had dinner there last night with my family. Excellent customer service as all the staff were friendly to not only my wife and I but were good with my..."
Terry Gordon-nilsson
"Excellent Italian restaurant in Bendigo. The restaurant can be quite bustling so you may want to consider booking ahead. Really nice pasta,..."
Hungry Catepillar
"Not bad !!!! I like the banana milk shake !However a fly just kept going fly around us which is make our lunch so busy , may need to do..."
Nory
"Loved it- plenty of fresh, healthy, veggie and gluten free options. We dined at Jojoes yesterday before going to see the excellent Marilyn exhibition..."
Yvesi
"While we were looking for out of the box menu for lunch, we chanced upon this place. Though it wasn't 5 pm by the time we arrived, we couldn't order..."
Mansi Kumar
"Pleasantly surprised with the kid's stuff provided, including colour pencils, colouring paper, and a pizza dough to play with and shape, which later..."
Iggy
"I've been here twice. Once with a large group on a very busy night. Reserved table for 5:30. Took advantage of the kids eat free offer but only just..."
Emma Poole Sharples
"My wife and I came in on New Year's Eve with our 6 month old. The place was booked but they made space for us. The service was brilliant and the food..."
Adam
"Tasty pizza and well topped. Got takeaway but would go..."
Simon Wile
"Whole experience was good. But the dessert calzone was worth the 200km..."
J.T.
"Excellent pizza. Good gluten free options (except no gf pizza). Service friendly if a little slow. Coffee could be better: flavour okay but long..."
David Brewster
"I've been off and on with Jojoes over the past 2 years, tonight was absolutely perfect! I ordered the gnocchi and it was so well cooked! Thank you..."
James Burke
"Friendly, helpful service and very quick. I got what I think is called the Jojoes Special pizza to take away and it was absolutely delicious! I don't..."
Janet
"Yummy food, good price. Staff were very attentive and kept making sure we had all we wanted which is hard to find these days. Keep up the good..."
Sue Bremner
"Best customer service I’ve ever received and the drinks are fantastic would definitely recommend..."
CubicleEnthusiast
"Highly recommended, great food, very helpful staff, loved our dining experience, perfect venue for the family, thanks..."
Anthony Mazzeo
"Pretty casual place where you can sit down and get a nice pizza or pasta, however it's a bit pricy for what it..."
Luke “MrSirLRD” Ditria
"Great food and service. Must order the garlic and olive flat bread - topped with beetroot hummus - perfect combination of fresh flat bread with salty..."
Susan Turland
Clogs Bendigo
Clogs Bendigo
74/100 (1184 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
After-hours
Drinks
Dinner
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Salad
Scallops
Risotto
Cheesecake
Prawns
Lasagne
Sit down
Australian
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Full Bar
Delivery
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Tasty pizza dinner at Clogs, lovely outdoor seating area, good service even on a busy public holiday. Great pizza bases, loved the marinated lamb..."
Danika Sanderson
"Great food. Service could have been better but I'll give them the benefit of doubt because this was one of the only places that was open at the time..."
Rajat Malhotra
"When i once lived in Bendigo, Clogs was described as "Rolls Royce" of pizza in Bendigo, and today we gave them a go. This isn't the cheapest..."
Chris Arabatzis
"We aren't from Bendigo but after our first visit late last year we returned last weekend and Clogs has managed to exceed our expectations both times...."
Amy Lyon
"Amazing rigatoni!!! Thank you very much!! Great value for money, seriously good quality pasta and brilliant customer..."
James Burke
Domino's Pizza
Domino's Pizza
70/100 (780 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Fast Food
Fast food
Dinner
Lunch
Cheesy Garlic Crust
Dominos Loaded Fries
9 Worth of Chips
Dominos Pizza
Supposed to Be Simply Cheese Pizza
Chicken Bites
Ham and Pineapple Pizza
Meatlovers Pizza
Value Chicken Mega Box
Cheese & Garlic Scrolls
3 Large Pizzas & 3 Sides
Franks Hot Sauce
Handcrafted Thickshakes
Savoury Pepperoni & Sweet Choc Lava Cake Puff Rolls
Mini Value Range Pizzas
Chicken Wings with 3 Sauces to Choose from Including Frank's Hot Sauce
Indi Chicken Tika & Spicy Pepper Paneer Pizzas
Boneless Chicken Tenders
Dominos Pepperoni Pizza
Sit down
Fast food
Pizza
Italian
Delivery
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Girl/manager there always nice. Friendly helpful polite. Good service. It's a shame no deep pan pizzas for enlarge.. could do with more..."
brenda “brendalee”
"Visited here for the very first time ever. Had friendly service, but could have been more helpful. I ordered 4x $10 pizzas. Later, after I had paid..."
Jason Lumsden
La Cecil's Pizzeria
La Cecil's Pizzeria
70/100 (291 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Prawns
Pesto
Café
Italian
Pizza
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Delivery
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Absolutely love the pizza here. So fresh and tasty and very well priced. So nice to have great pizza in..."
Sebastian Guzzardi
"Awesome pizza... I ordered this 2 nights in a row it's that good. Generous and quality toppings fast delivery time too, easy the best in..."
Ben Threlfall
"La Devil's Pizzeria is an awesome little place. The food is really good and the people there are super friendly and service is fantastic. We..."
Kelvin Morrison
"Best pizza in Bendigo! Fresh ingredients, plump prawns, and an excellent amount of toppings! Get yourself some 'real' pizza!!! ..."
Jodie Hovenden
"Awesome pizza, good range of options, heaps of topping, heaps of flavour, good prices. My go to for pizza when I'm in..."
Adam Zurawski