Our experience was awesome, service was very good, food ordered and received meals with 10-15 mins from order being taken. Atmosphere was beautiful. We had a table upstairs so away from the hustle downstairs. Only downside was not being able to split the bill. Food was authentic Italian food
First time here and the food does not disappoint. We are still hungry and will be ordering dessert now ���
Wonderful trattoria style Italian food and service for those who know what that means. We have been regulars over the years and it was my fave Carlton restaurant during my university days. Sempre buonissimo!
Great food made by staff that understand what Italian food should taste like
Amazing food , great atmosphere and fantastic staff! We’ll definitely be back.
This place was recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint, I will happily return when i'm in Melbourne again.
Awesome seafood platter and great service.
We will be back
What a great place, wonderful crew, great food, excellent coffee, ticks all the boxes,
Fantastic service , amazing food �
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The staff we're so lovely and warm �
Came here for a quick bite before a movie, our party of three had two pizzas and a pasta dish, such a lovely dinner! Will be back to enjoy again!
You can come across a lot of italian food around here; Lygon Street, but Tiamo is one of the best. Pizza and pasta are both so good. Try the mushroom filled pasta! I forgot its name but yes order that one. While this ham and cheese pizza is a winner
It’s always good to go to Ti Amo for a quick plate of pasta, especially during the week. The restaurant it’s always busy but you can always leave your number at the desk and they’ll call you whenever they have a table available for you. Food is consistently nice. Staff is not always attentive and friendly, really depends who’s serving you.
Came here on Saturday night for dinner, we ordered garlic bread, the pasta with meatballs and eggplant and sausage pizza. The food here was tasty, service was quick, definitely one of the better Italian places on Lygon street and I’m glad we came here. Will definitely be back to try out some of the other dishes this place has to offer!
My friend and I were craving pizza, and since it was at an awkward time (around 2pm ish), quite a few of the restaurants we were planning to go to weren’t open. Luckily, we found Tiamo and were surprised to see that it was quite bustling despite being after peak hours. We opted for outdoor seating since the weather was great, and decided on a large Capricciosa (no anchovies)to share between the two of us.
The pizza was so tasty! The mushrooms and leg ham were abundant, and the olives and tomatoes combined beautifully with everything else for a great taste. I noticed that there wasn’t much mozzarella on it though. The dough was thin and crispy, making it very delightful to eat. A large serving seemed just right for the two of us, because we were left satisfied but could possibly fit a dessert down.
The staff who served us were very helpful and approachable.
For $21.50, it was a very satisfying meal, and I’d definitely be back to try other items on the menu.
A great place to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with generous portions. Ordered couple of pizza, pastas and breads. Everything was made to perfection and desserts surprised us all. Exceptional taste and adequate portions as we were group of 8. Service was fast and humble.
Great ambience, beautiful pasta and pizza, quick service and overall a great experience. Highly recommended! We chose to sit outside and the restaurant was well heated.
Great pizza for a great price ! Portions were generous shared amongst 5 people, pizza and pasta were fresh and delicious. Awesome place for traditional cuisine, the place was bustling but service was quick
Nothing better then eating a nice cultural Italian meal.
Love being Italian and love scoffing down our traditional foods!!
The pastas were absolutely delicious and if you’re a Parmesan fan like myself! They give you a massive bowl to share around!!
Flavours of the pasta are awesome! Heaps of sauce and yum.
Ordered the Don Giovanni pasta which comes with clams!
❤️🇮🇹
Hungry Little Caterpillar
+5
Absolutely delicious. We came across this place on a Saturday afternoon, we tried the sausage pizza which was so yummy, minestrone soup and garlic focaccia were outstanding also. If you are in the area and looking for some delicious authentic Italian this is your place!
Pizza and pasta is high quality. There are many Italian restaurants vying for your service but this is the classier and most romantic of them all.
The consistency is always there. We have been there many, many times and doesn’t disappoint.
We always get the MACCHERONI DELLA ZIA and it’s delicious. Also the capricciosa pizza.
If you don’t get there early you will have to wait due to its popularity.
Overall great food with a home-made vibe and taste. Great place to visit if you want a relaxed italian dinner. Recommendation: Macaroni della Zia - great taste and good size! Insta-5-Stars if this place was slightly cheaper..
Some of the best food I've had on lygon street. The pesto gnocchi and the eggplant parmigiana are ABSOLUTELY delicious. I always recommend this place to my friends visiting Melbourne.
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
+4
I had lunch two days ago at Tiamo's (my first visit) with 2 friends. My friends commented that their meals were great including Spaghetti Don Giovanni (Mussels, clams & spinach cooked with garlic, oregano & chilli in a light Napoli sauce and basil) at 23.90, however I ordered their, Tortellini Tartufo (Ricotta filled tortellini with cream, mushrooms) & truffle for $23.90 which I found the pasta a little starchy & all three dishes were served steaming hot within 10 minutes of ordering. The staff were excellent - very friendly & helpful, & I was impressed when one of my friends requested a meal not actually on the menu (the Veal Scaloppini with fresh vegetables) & their was no hesitation to accommodate her. The background music was at suitable level to be heard over easily.
The Juror's Verdict: Food 4.5/5 (for the 3 meals), Service Provision 4.75/5, Will I return: Definitely, next time to try their Hawaiian pizza
Phill Jury (food critic & writer)
This place was a lovely find, the service was very friendly and the food was great! I ordered the Spaghetti Don Giovanni and it was very yummy!
Tiamo is my go to Italian restaurant on Lygon Street. It’s by far the best place on Lygon St. The pasta is super fresh and tasty. And it’s a casual and relaxed setting
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Its loud, crazy and you have to shout to be heard... and THAT is how you know that your in an authentic Italian restaurant.
Welcome to Tiamo 😊
On the 7th day god rested, but not Tiamos. At 7pm on a Sunday evening this place is busier then a one armed brick layer, shoveling out carb loaded goodness in the form of traditional pastas and pizzas.
We ordered a margherita Pizza and the Maccheroni della Zia (aka Pasta). It would of been a bit more professional if the meals came together and the pasta seemed a bit bland on its own, but it was nothing that Mrs S couldnt fix with chilli flakes and parmesan which got the attention of a table of retirees from Fremantle that were drunk on a glass of wine and the atmosphere of there actually being people in a city.
While they had a friendly yarn with Mrs S about why italians like her, are dipping fresh bread into their pasta bowls... i was constantly questioned by the table opposite me about the size of my pizza;
"what size pizza is that?"
Mr S - "Its a large".
"You can eat that all on your own?"
Mr S - waiter! Cheque and a doggy bag please."
All in all we rate Tiamos: 4/5
Will we be back? If they can find a table for me, hidden in the corner away from judging eyes... then yes!
I have ordered the mussels at Tiamos 100’s if times over the years. But I swear they get better every time. Today’s were a little different - and I loved them!
We had coffees, great wine, shared a margarita with salami, and then the mussels. I added chilli oil and Parmesan! 👌
We finished with short blacks with a 1/2 shot of grappa in each.
Really great lunch! Just under $75 for 2 inc drinks. You don’t need to spend big to have an amazing experience in this amazing city! ❤️🍷
Not sure about the tunes though 😂
Non pretentious food, classic Italian home meals. The antipasto options are amazing.
Whenever they have the house made granita running do yourself a favour and get a Lemone.
timeless place to enjoy some good Italian meal, it surely wears the "Melbourne institution" badge with honours. Always a great selection of antipasto to start your meal.
Wanted a quick dinner before a movie. We were seated quickly and menus delivered ordered pasta, though i think the place specializes in pizza. The truffle pasta was flavourful and filling, the marinara had a good amount of toppings but the Napoli pasta was a bit plain.
One minor thing would be service, during the order the waitress stopped mid-order to welcome other patrons in. I personally don't mind but it would've more polite if they said excuse me could I help these customers first instead of cutting half way through.
Food 3.5/5
Service 4/5
Environment 5/5
The food is average except the black squid risotto, which tastes so soft and juicy. We tried the lasagna which tastes like supermarket food. The friend veal steak taste average. But this is a nice place to enjoy relax and the Italian bar culture. The service is fantastic! So I can beat the average food to enjoy this good time with my friend
Visited with some friends after a tip from another friend. Had a bottle of the Italian Pinot Grigio which was lovely and very easy drinking. We shared a lovely entree with prosciutto, figs and burrata. It was lovely, but quite expensive (although those ingredients are expensive too). We got 3 fig halves on our table of four. I think it's good practice to try to match these kind of things to the number of people on the table. So cut the figs differently or give 4 halves. We got some bread with butter as well, all the butter was individually packed. Maybe an idea to upgrade this for a better environment? We shared the risotto nero and tortellini tartufo. They were both pretty yum. Our friends shared to other pastas that weren't quite as good. I would give 3.5 but think 3 really isn't doing it justice so therefore I have to give 4.
We love the food here! All dishes we ordered are very delicious especially the squid ink risotto! We also love the cozy environment and the vibe!
Tortellini Tartufo : 😍 Amazing
Ortolana Pizza : 😍 Amazing
Maccheroni della Zia : 😍 Amazing
Wow! Can I just say what an amazing experience we had a Tiamo? We went on a Tuesday night and they were so busy that there was a wait list. Service was outstanding; food was so fresh and delicious; wait times were not long and the atmosphere was lovely. I highly recommend coming here if you want Italian food. And any pizza is a must try. It baked fresh at the front of the store and it’s worth sinking your teeth into.
Tried the lasagna and margherita pizza. The cheese just melts. The pizza thickness is good as well. I love both food! And the service was pretty good as well.
Amazing service that I cannot fault for our waiter. The food. Mouth watering !. The tortellini was delicious with just the right amount of cream and mushroom. The meatball spaghetti was the best I have ever tasted. The meatballs were seasoned and cooked to perfection along with the pasta.
The Ortolana pizza was also nice.
The ginger ale we ordered paired nicely with the food.
This place is such a amazing find! Literally everything on the menu is so good! And the customer service is incredible. We go here so often that some of the waiters know our names, absolutely love it there
Dropped by Tiamo for a quick late lunch last Sunday, I and my friend weren’t really hungry so we order 2 pastas - Carbonara and Saltati with fettuccine. Loveeee my fettuccine, and everything else was just right. Friendly staff and a great vibe overall.
The Piccante pizza was delicious and we also had a linguine pasta with garlic, prawns and chilli from the daily specials menu which was excellent too. Staff were friendly and efficient and managed to organise a table for us within ten minutes even though they were extremely busy and we had arrived without a booking - will definitely return here again soon!
Great spot serving sumptuous Italian food. We had the mushroom pizza special which had a good truffle taste, but as with many of the more traditional Italian places the amount of toppings on the pizza aren't as generous. The marinara was really nice and something we always order. Good amount of seafood, pasta was done al dente and the sauce was tasty but not creamy so it didn't make you feel overfull by the time you finished. Portion size was filling.
Staff are generally friendly and accommodating. The place can get crowded but it's also quite a large area with many nooks so it's still quite cosy for your party.
Finally a pizza that fits my taste! I dislike burnt pizza and this one isn’t burnt 😍😍😍 i don’t eat pork and we can change it into shrimp, i really like this place! The other dish is like gnocchi, but it’s not gnocchi i forget the name but it’s nice too.
Best pizza I have ever had in my entire life. The margarita pizza is the best. Apart from pizza you should also try the hot chocolate which will make your day for sure !
Food was delicious, service was fair considering late night diners coming in at 9.45 for dinner
One minus point is we ordered a glass of their pinot grigio and was so surprised for a very italian vibe restaurant it came completely in a standard coffee latte cup. Truly amused.
Good all rounder here with a twist. Great stuff always busy and staff are only to happy to help you with your order or if you have questions.
Tiamo is one of Melbourne’s gems. My friend and I were served quickly with great service on a busy Saturday night. Whether you sit indoors or outdoors, the atmosphere is incredibly homely and welcoming, mirroring the comforts of Italian food.
To start we ordered the bruschetta, which was the extremely fresh and the perfect starter. Our mains were the Ortolana Pizza and Maccheroni della Zia. The pizza was good, but not mouth watering. However, the pasta was simply to die for. The pasta was freshly made, the meatballs were packed with gooey cheese, and the eggplant was cooked to utter perfection.
Our three meals were delicious and filling, but did not leave us feeling heavy or greasy.
Overall, Tiamo is a Melbourne staple and you must visit next time you’re on Lygon.
Tiamo’s is my go to pizza/pasta place on Lyon Street. This place is an absolute institution. I love the vibe in the place and the wait staff are all great.
This time round we ordered the alio olio and carbonara as the pasta dishes. The were as always exactly what you’re after. I know this is weird to say, but I actually love the bread they give you. It’s so soft and also chewy on the outside. I love it. I know right carbs on carbs right.. haha
The rocket partisan salad was great too. We ended up fighting it out on who would eat more of it!
Keep doing what you’re doing guys because you’re doing it great!
The pastas were absolutely lovely, especially the carbonara. The pesto on the other hand, is snout average. Pizza was thin crust, and nicely done - salsicce was the name.
Some Lygon St “institutions” trade on their former glory but now produce food which is mediocre on a good day. Not Tiamo. The coffee here has always been good and the food is just great. The prices have always been very reasonable. Have you ever had a bad meal here? I didn’t think so.
Good traditional Italian food. I prefer their pasta and main dishes to their pizzas - a great choice for a traditional. Spaghetti or gnocchi. They also have some great specials.
This place was recommended by a friend and we were not disappointed at all .Best Italian food we have had in Melbourne . We ordered pizzas and pastas and the tiramisu and choc. mousse. Everything was divine. Reasonably priced , Friendly staff and Delicious food . Can't wait to come back.
Food: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
We loved our dining experience at Tiamo. We ordered a Marinara Pasta and the Four Mushroom Special Pizza to share. Not only was the portion size generous, the pasta was cooked to al dente and was flavoured well. The pizza was also dellllicious and had us craving seconds. In addition to the wine, it was a delightfully filling meal.
Service: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
We walked in and were seated promptly. Staff were friendly and polite when offering recommendations and our meals did not take long to arrive.
Price: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Fairly well priced for the quantity and quality of our meals. We'd love to be back next time we're in the area.
Elizabeth Laura Donald
+5
Love love love ti Amos. It is our go to place if we ever can’t decide on what to eat. Everything is delicious and priced well. We especially love the way they make their ortolana pizza and lemon ricotta cheesecake.
The place to go for delicious, quick, authentic and high quality italian food. Rigatoni Beef Ragu and cheesecake are top notch. Service is lightning quick but not do not expect happy waiters. A place we keep going back to for a quick, delicious lunch. Prices average.
Tiamo is a classic Italian restaurant we keep returning to! The pasta is great, the atmosphere is lovely, and the food is reasonably priced. Sometimes there can be a bit of a wait to get a table, but I suppose that just shows it has a lot of fans!
Will come back for:
+ Mushroom chowder
+ Spaghetti Don Giovanni
+ Pizza Calabrese
You can taste the love and care in every mouthful of food in this place. The chowder was a delight, lotsa of texture from the potato, champagne mushroom, and cream of mushroom. And the accompanying bread was loaded with melted cheese and herbs. The spaghetti was moorish, loaded with rich tomato sauces, herbs and well cooked mussels and vongole. And the pizza was spicy, generous and heaped with herbs, cheese and great flavors. The food here is homey, rustic and speaks through it’s flavors. The service was quick (for a packed restaurant), the prices very reasonable, and the wait staff friendly. This place is a stand out amongst so many others in “Little Italy”.
What I can said about this place? is just amazing! Is a traditional italian cuisine I am in love of the food If you want to try Italian food this is the right place for you! My favourite are: Spaghetti Don Giovanni is a mix of seafood with a extraordinary napoly sauce yumm!! Tortellini tartufo! Oh good! is you love the cream you will love this dish! Is a tortellini with ricotta inside with a beautiful creamy sauce with a touch of trufa oil and Mushrooms!!! If you are more traditional Try the lasagna!!! Pizza my favourite is the zucca pizza! Is you are vegetarian this is the perfect pizza If you don't! well will be perfect as well :) the star of this pizza is the roast pumpkin and the goats cheese the perfect combination! For finish this review I have to mention the perfect tiramisu and the nutella pizza! yummm My favourite place in lygon street!
George David Michaelides
+4
One of the older venues in lygon st that hasn't lost any of its character. The pizza's are among some of the best on the street but the real winner for me is the eggplant parmigiana which reminds me of moussaka. Also being on the north end of the street it isn't awash with heros and chockos
Good food and reasonably priced. Service was a bit slow but once we got a new waiter it was good. Food came out fast. Would be back again because $20 for a good seafood marinara is awesome.
Situated in famous lygon street, you cannot miss this place.
The crowd always tempts you like a magnetic force and guess what, their food is commendable!
I wouldn’t say it’s anything out of the box Italian but it surely is a great Italian joint.
Service was great as well, even on a busy Friday night! Can’t wait for the next trip down to try the rest of the menu!
Love the pizza here so damn much. Even tho the portion is not that generous but is really tasty. The pizza base is so chewy.
We also tried the tortellini with marinara sauce, average level, but the price is so affordable and only 20 for this big portion of seafood!
Would definitely come back, highly recommended.
The best place for pasta on Lygon street, food is always good and the place has a great atmosphere. Be prepared to wait for a table but don't worry they rotate quickly. Try the marinara and you cant go past the garlic bread.
Everything i have ever eaten here has been amazing! Service is good. Food is spot on every time. Prices are decent. What more could you want?
Everything is good here from pasta, to lasagne to dessert to coffee. Service is usually quite good and it’s always busy, lunch and dinner but usually easy to get a table because they make the food so quickly people are in and out
午饭时间去的 人没有很多 直接进去了。晚上人会很多 得排长队. 点了奶油蘑菇小饺子意面 Tortellini tartufo 墨鱼汁饭 Risotto Nero. 都蛮好吃的 分量大 就是吃多了很腻. 墨鱼饭是咸口的 小饺子意面里面是奶酪 汁很浓 所以真的吃多了很腻. 总的来说就是还不错 推荐！
This is a great spot, the pasta was sensational, pizza very good and the service flawless. Terrific atmosphere, great value, a treasure on Lygon.
Tiamo is your stereotypical Italian restaurant- expect wooden chairs and tables, dimmed lighting, parmesan and cracked pepper and all your favourite Italian foods. I got the penne al ragu while my mother got a margarita puzza. Service was quick and pleasant, with little personality and all efficiency. The food arrived in around 15 to 20 minutes despite it being very busy. My penne seemed like a substitute for a traditional bolognese and although it was nice, it wasn't anything hugely outstanding. The pizza was great- wildfires and crispy with gooey mozzarella. Go to Tiamo for Italian comfort food and predictability, but don't expect anything surprising or out of the box.
You know the pasta is good when we go back two days in a row. Rich with flavour and perfect portion sizes. Also available upon request is chilli oil which I assume is home made. Definitely recommend putting on your pasta if you like the heat.
Also the rosemary pita bread is delicious.
Good service - we were attended to quickly and our food came out in good time despite being a very busy Saturday night. Both the pastas and garlic bread we ordered were tasty and well-priced - $20 for a good main on Lygon St is definitely a plus. I'll be sure to come back sometime.
Time: Saturday Lunch
Food: Margherita Pizza- Flavoursome, generous amount of toppings
Lighting: Near Non-existent, very dark inside (hence no photos- was seated at the end where it was very dark)
Atmosphere: Cosy
Service: Excellent
I had a grewt dining experience here. Highlight dish was the mushroom with truffle oil pizza. Simple but the flavours were such a great combination. Pastas were also super tasty and reasonably priced. Would recommend it to others.
This place is a great classic Italian restaurant with a menu that can suit anyone in the family. The atmosphere is chill and cool. They offer an awesome range of fresh pizzas and paste. Staff members are always friendly, prices are reasonable. The pizza here is really amazing and would recommend trying these guys out. They have great toppings!!!
Before trying this place, we did not realize this restaurant had been around for years. Definitely a hidden gem (although the queue say otherwise). Star dish for us were the pizza and the veal parma. Service was friendly and pretty quick too.
Food - 8
Service - 9
Vibe - 7
Price - $$$
Great atmosphere right on Lygon - recurring customer for quite some time now.
Fairly tentative staff with food coming out in adept time.
Large-proportioned servings including desserts; hearty Italian cuisine at its best.
Co-ed bathroom causes some confusion at first...but adequate privacy and facilities for all humans. Espresso Martini is delicious, food is great, service staff are incredibly understanding, friendly and obliging. We got too full early in our meal and requested our share pizza as take away which they were more than happy to accommodate. Highly recommend!
A small unassuming deli with indoor and outdoor seating. The food however is freshly made from scratch and mindblowingly tasty! Staple Italian dishes (pizza, pasta, pesto sauce) but cooked with native ingredients that burst zillions of flavours inside your mouth and leave you yearning for more. The simple senior staff are very attentive to the diners. Loved the pesto! Never had such vibrant and delicious pesto in my entire life. Perfect accompaniment to the garlic foccacia bread.
Lovely place to hang out with friends.
Tiamo is one of the most popular Italian places on Lygon - and I can’t believe I’ve never tried it till now! We were in the area and decided to get some takeaway from Tiamo, and it did not disappoint!
Absolutely love the pizza here. We got the prosciutto and Quattro Funghi - both were super delicious, but my favourite has to be the mushroom one!
We also tried the seafood spaghetti marinara which was really delicious too. Portions are not huge but flavours are really good!
Will definitely need to visit in person in the future.
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