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+39 Pizzeria
90/100 (4629 ratings)
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"Great experience made even better by lovely staff. The food was very high quality with fresh ingredients. We shared 3 pizzas and a pasta between 6...."
Emily K
"Fantastic Pizza. I have had +39 Pizzas many times when I come to Melbourne and it is always delicious and great consistency. Below scores are out of..."
A Otago
"This is a lovely little Italian pizzeria. They have an extensive menu and the quality of ingredients is excellent. Ordered two white pizzas. The..."
Arthur Pendragon
"🍤 prawns & zucchini 🍕 margherita 🍝 salmon ravioli 🎃 zucca pumpkin & italian sausage 🍅 lasagne croquette 🧀 stracciatella cheese..."
Faa Papon
"Came here on Friday night, so clearly they were crazily busy. But we got seated really quick, food came quick and was delicious 🤤 the server was..."
Charlotte Zhou
"A great 4 star pizzeria. The kind of place that you do a hit and run meal. Menu is basic, but the food is good. Love the crushed ice in the drinks,..."
Russell Black
"Staffs are friendly and efficient. Focaccia is good. Right amount of fluffiness and crisp on the outside. Fresh pasta marinara is pure heaven...."
Jasalin Chen
"Brilliant! Attentive service, excellent food. Wait staff scanning for eye contact from customers, friendly but not familiar staff. Kitchen staff..."
Luke Kettley
Scugnizzo
90/100 (1285 ratings)
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"Delicious pizza and the homemade spinach and ricotta ravioli is just gorgeous .. highly recommend for a first class Italian Restaurant .. see you..."
Julie Julz Merlino
"I fell in love with your Seafood Pasta which was your Special that night we came for dinner. I am not a huge fan of Pizza Margherita but that one was..."
Theresa Aiza Bajao Cui-licot
"Thank you for an amazing dinner, the food was AA+ and the service was AAA+. You all went beyond all expectations with our little ones even lettung..."
Clayton Schmidt
"The best and most authentic Italian restaurant in Melbourne city..."
Juventino Lu
"The food was delicious. The service was friendly and welcoming, thanks for a great evening and dining experience. Next time we come to Melbourne we..."
Ben Hidalgo
"A very pleasant find this evening. Charming staff and a lovely..."
Alan Milligan
"Great food, exceptional service. Will definitely come back..."
Cissy Ellison
"Quality food, fully licensed. Good service and great..."
Greg Tymms
"Best butterfish on earth! Compliments to the..."
Angie Chong
"Amazing authentic italian food. Awesome hospitality and great Chef. will be back..."
Mo Hamdouna
"Best dining experience in a long time! Amazing food, friendly, attentive service and great drinks selection! Very highly..."
Andy Smith
"A random Italian lunch with my friend. We ordered two Entree dishes and two pastas. The croquettes were impressive with crispy outside and soft..."
MissCatCat
"Really attentive and lovely staff. LOVED THE duck it was amazing. We also had the lasagne and salmon croquette. I’d recommend this place..."
Carmen Mun Mun Wong
"Work hosted a dinner here and it was nice of them. As an italian food fanatic I wasn't going to refuse the offer. The place was very cosy as you..."
Nay Nay
"The staff were absolutely lovely and ensured my friends and I had a great night eating here. Our waiter was hilarious and we were very well attended..."
Meg Eats Everything
"I’ve come here a number of times for lunch, but this was my first time for dinner. We had the lobster bisque, clam and muscle spaghetti, with a..."
Heidi
"Excellent food and wine. Service was also fantastic, especially given how busy they were with limited staff. Would rate even higher if the menu was..."
Anthony
"For my personal dinning experience the food was really good. I had the salmon fillet served on a bed of oyster risotto and burrata cheese, my wife..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"Very pleasant first visit. "Fried Calamari' with Lime & Chilli Mayonnaise" was cooked perfectly, however it lacked seasoning and the Mayonnaise was..."
Michael Wilson
"Lovely ambience with south Italian deco. The food was amazing especially the home made pappardelle with mushroom , pork & fennel sausage and mustard..."
May
"Nice little joint to enjoy dinner with a group of friends where you can have a conversation without getting too loud. Delicious pork belly and..."
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"I've visited Scugnizzo several times for lunch. It's close to work and the food is always delicious, and the service is prompt and attentive. If you..."
MelbourneMiss
"The aroma of woodfired pizza fills the restaurant and is complimented by the smiling faces of wonderful and attentive staff...."
LK
"Good food & great service. Went there for dinner with wife. simple setting and comfortable ambience. food tastes great, i was amazed by the entree,..."
Diner
"Beautiful evening. The risotto and ravioli were perfectly cooked and tasted amazing. Before our beautiful garlic pizza entrè arrived we were given..."
Facebook User
"Function for my daughter's communion. We booked the restaurant for our daughters First Holy Communion celebration. As we had over 60 guests, the..."
Massimini
"Great night here at Scugnizzo! Quality meals and service at a reasonable price. Looking forward to my next visit. I highly recommend this..."
Live To Eat Don't Eat To Live
"It was OK. Don't understand all the negatives. Service was good [except the waiter referred to us a 'mate']. Food was of high standard [my risotto..."
Mac 501
"Delicious generous food The three times I've been for dinner. Passionate chef and appropriately suave Italian waiters who give a big pour of vino..."
Oliolioli
"We had so delicious Italian food with very romantic and warm atmosphere. I really loved chef's hand made pasta! Dolce (strawberry chocolate mousse)..."
Megumi Japan
"Best Italian in Melbourne. I've lunched here occasionally and have never been disappointed. The service is personal and impeccable, particularly from..."
Anna K
"Thinking about trying? Do!. Dined at Scugnizzo for the first time on Saturday night (31/08/13) as i) I could get a discount via the Entertainment..."
Al
"Best Italian in Melbourne. My introduction to Scugnizzo came about as the result of a now well-worn routine, namely, attempting to find the best..."
FJ
"It's because of restaurants like Scugnizzo that we love Melbourne! Food fantastic, service impeccable...we didn't just feel welcome, we felt LOVED!..."
Eilish
"Authentic and great location. A great find for us the restaurant has a great ambience, good location off a laneway and a very clean and welcoming..."
Rennie
"Fantastic!. Great food, to die for tiramisu, a hidden lounge section to indulge in a post-meal coffee - We loved it, great value and great chef!..."
Tamar Erickson
"Amazing Food & Hospitality. If you get to Melbourne then make sure you give this little gem of a place a visit - you will not be..."
Liz McCann
"The food was perfect and the service was even better! I wouldn't hesitate to dine here..."
Louise Dugdell
"The best bresaola I’ve ever had!. I had never heard of this place until friends suggested dinner here. We shared a charcuterie to start which was..."
Ange
"Among the best Italian in Melbourne. Good vibe and great food all kinds of great fish, meat, and veg. Big thumbs up and good wine list..."
Jim
"Tucked away. You would have to be directed to this restaurant to find it. In an out of the way location, it is set in a long narrow room and I think..."
Richard
"Brilliant! Food was amazing and the best part was that the chef brought it out to us himself! Staff were extremely friendly and made us feel welcome...."
Miss K
"Best italian resturanat in town!. Maybe, and maybe not, but its definitely from the best!! Great food (You will feel you are in that small restaurant..."
Mo
"Loved it. Scugnizzo and was the perfect place for our first visit to a "good" restaurant with our almost three-year-old son. Excellent food, great..."
Walon Hol
"Best ever. From the moment we walked in, we where treated like family. The food was mind blowing, I kept saying that I haven't had italian this..."
Just-in To Food
"Italian food lover. Had a dinner here with my family, it was superb. Service very good, food amazing.The waiter knew his wines, recommended a..."
Linda MacGregor
"Great Place and Food. Great food, excellent chef and great atmosphere. The quality of the ingredients and presentation are excellent.The..."
Dinnerate
"Just beautiful.... The ambience was beautiful, the staff was lovely, the food absolutely divine... i just love Scugnizzo! Authentic, fresh Italian..."
LK
"Excellent food and service. My steak was cooked to perfection and the price was very reasonable. Authentic Italian..."
Jenny Fan
"Super delicious risotto and the homemade pasta is..."
Mishie-lah
"Scugnizzo. Really Really Really liked this place. The staff are great and the food was better. If you're wanting to take someone out on a date this..."
Nutty
"Great place! Friendly atmosphere and awesome..."
Sebastiano Armeli
"My favourite. Out of all the restaurants I have tried in the past 6 months in Melbourne on a temporary stay (I am from Switzerland), Scugnizzo is THE..."
Carl L
"One word...AMAZING!. This is the place to eat!! Scugnizzo have the three main ingredients that make for a great dining..."
JJ
"Almost hate to recommend it.... Because then it'll become popular and we won't get a table...but this place deserves the business, so, here we..."
Gdayhowyagoin
"What a find! Great food; fine wine list combined with attentive and knowledgable service all at a reasonable price. Highly..."
David
"Lovely food and great room, perfect for long lunch or dinner with friends. Great list of Italian wines and sensational coffee. Service is excellent...."
Tim
"I have eaten here and it was fantastic it is now opening for dinner Thursday and Friday nights a must..."
Reservations
"Wow! Loved every single dish we ordered along with the delicious crusty bread. Diavola pizza was fabulous, scotch fillet with roast potatoes and..."
Fiona
"Couldn't have asked for more friendly and caring staff for both patrons and the love of the dishes served. The gnocchi were delicious pillows of..."
Mitchell Mavrinac
"Excellent food, very traditional Italian taste, good vibe and nice..."
Billy Ping
"This place is an absolute gem. Despite the restaurant and hospitality industry in Melbourne being absolutely devastated in the wake of COVID, this..."
Christy Nordin
"We had the specials this time which may change soon. Great service, excellent food. We will be..."
Andrew Pang
"Loved the food. I normally don’t eat beef. But I was in love with the way it was cooked. And the pasta it was 😚 definitely coming back ❤️..."
L.A Amarawathi
"A hidden gem in one of Melbourne's little alleys. I sat outside so didn't really get a good look of the inside. The food will speak for itself. I had..."
Dianne Lowe
Donnini's Restaurant
90/100 (2081 ratings)
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Lasagne
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Carbonara
Salad
Chili
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Calamari
Tortelloni
Risotto
Focaccia
Sit down
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"Had a great night out with magnificent food - 3 on our table ordered the prawns with linguine. The prawns were so numerous that I was offered a..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"‘Luscious Lygon’Mouthwatering food that was so good that I have to rate it as the best I I’ve had since I can remember.I..."
Tripparooney
"Came to Donnini’s for Sunday lunch after reading promising reviews online. It definitely did not disappoint. I could not fault our meals or..."
Lara Murdoch
"Great home made pasta with ohh so fresh ingredients. This has been my pasta house for almost 20 years now.Great wine list on offer to match up..."
SamWasHere
"We visited Donnini’s last night. We ordered 2 entree size Pasta’s (Tris Pasta & Linguine w Prawns), one bruschetta, one garlic/cheese focaccia, a..."
Eleftheria Kalantzis
"I've been here twice and both times had some of the best pasta I've ever had!Really lovely Italian on Lygon, a nice change from the cheaper..."
Dj Meowmeow
"I have been here a number of times and every time is a good experience. The customer service is always excellent, they are obviously very passionate..."
Jon Row
"Had a wonderful meal at Donnini’s. The pasta was perfect and the bruschetta was delicious. The service was excellent. Will definitely be back..."
Justin
"Visiting from Perth and came on recommendations from friends. My partner and I shared - focaccia bread, lasagna and the tortellini mascarpone...."
LoveToEat?
"We come here often - the food and service are consistently of a higher standard. Yet to be disappointed.  The  3 pastas - tris di pasta donnini -..."
Mary Pranjip
"Loved everything about this place, is well known and have heard all good things. The stand out was the trio pasta which gave so much variety and..."
Davisco Sprincorza
"I don’t often give 5* but this place deserves it. Good honest clean fresh Italian food. Great service and at a wonderful price. We are planning to..."
The Gift Girl
"PASTA TRIS that is all you need to know!!!PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRIS PASTA TRISThis is the best dish on Lygon..."
Moetfan
"Donnini’s at Carlton. I like the spaghetti with fresh prawn mussels calamari. Great Italian restaurant with good ambience. Fine dining restaurant..."
Steven Gu
"Such a nice little pasta place on Lygon Street! You'd be silly not to order the trio di pasta donnini 🍝 and get a taste of three..."
Deana Cannatelli
"THE BEST ITALIAN FOOD IN THE WOOOOOOORLDDDDD!! Best place everrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ..."
Benny Macri
"My friend Duyen told me about this place a while ago, she said the pasta was amazing, and i finally got the opportunity to go today! And we ordered..."
Thuaners
"I kept it simple tonight and had a glass of Sangiovese along with the home made gnocchi. The Sangiovese was great but they always are. The star of..."
Shane Warren
"Great pasta, similar to what you might actually find in Italy. Recommend the tortelli. Very attentive service, being given a table right away and..."
2876998
"The best Italian restaurant in Melbourne! 25 years I have been coming here and the food and family are as magical as have always been . Mi..."
Blake Ryan
"Huge fan. Pasta is excellent quality. Service friendly. Food comes quite quickly. They could easily accommodate my pram and baby slept while I..."
Andreas
"Review from February 2017The Donnini family's been serving Melbourne Italian food since 1952. At Donnini's on Lygon St, the handmade tortellini..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"Wow our lunch was fantastic.    The service, the food and the atmosphere.The home made pasta and tiramisu was to die for.... its a must..."
Kyriacoum
"Nice italian food with a good wine list. Staff are always friendly and enjoying a meal al fresco on lygon street makes for a very pleasant lunch or..."
Gursharan Chana
"Love this place and have been going for years. They serve good food but for me it is an order of Focaccia and a Veal Piadina on arrival before a main..."
Cooper
"My all time favourite pasta treatI come here when I feel like spoiling myself with rich, quality, hand made pasta!Their pasta tasting plate..."
Jm
"The handmade pasta and gnocchi were absolutely delicious....probably the best I've had in a while. The snapper was cooked to perfection - crispy on..."
Elderblood
"Great food and excellent service. Went for dinner and each person has a different meal - we also ordered sides. None of the meals could be faulted...."
Sarah Farfalla
"Been here a few times now and really like it. Menu is limited though all the food I've has been spot on. Only issue I've had is the sauce for the..."
Mireille
"Food is so good of course, but that's not I want to say , the manager had given us a surprise because during the dinner we had a chat and he knew..."
Mac Wong
"One of the established Italian restaurants in Lygon Street, Carlton. With fewer Italian eating choices now in this once heart of Italian dining in..."
Waiter's Friend
"Excellent pasta on Lygon St. Had the tris di pasta, and my favorite was the tortellini among the three selections. The filling of mascarpone was..."
FoodieCCC
"Best pasta in Lygon St. Started off with a delicious, tasty bruschetta - the tomatoes must be organic to taste this good. Ordered the main serve..."
J-dub
"What a delight it was to stumble upon this magnificent restaurant! Not only was the food delectable and the 'real and authentic Italian deal', the..."
Fiona
"This is the second time my partner and I have eaten here when in Melbourne. Food is really good and the atmosphere is nice. The service is amazing as..."
Winston Maximus
"We have been here many times over the years and still keep coming back for that tris di pasta dish! The service is always impeccable, the waiters and..."
Sztefani
"I hadn't been back to Donnini's in more than 5 years but I always remember their pasta fondly ... Especially the pasta trio which I used to always..."
Occasionalist
"The trio of pasta is what I came here for and it was delicious... Tortellini with a ricotta sauce then a gnocchi pomodoro and a fettuccine bolognese..."
Birdman
"Love their lasagne. The best I have ever had. Come back for it for several times. Still the best! The price is a bit higher than..."
Chloe Wu
"We've been here twice now - loved it both times. Pizza and pasta to share between us. Satisfying in all aspects. Very friendly staff and atmosphere...."
Zara Mitchell
"Nice ambience, attentive and friendly waiters/waitresses, and above al, great food.Visited this restaurant the other day with a friend from the..."
Inuneko
"Best pasta on lygon street, big call but it's true ! You can rely on the sauce being perfect & the pasta fresh every time. Try the trio of pastas -..."
NK
"Even though we had to wait for a while, the taste was great! Especially the bruschetta, it was fresh from the oven and it had a very soft texture to..."
Foodaddict
"Great Italian food here! Totally worth the trek in the Rain. Nice ambience and great food, pricing is reasonable. Definitely would come back..."
Andre Ang
"---October 2018----Back again for a quick dinner on a Saturday night, luck was on our side as they were full and a table for two outside..."
Rennie
"When I'm in Lygon I come here for my favorite Italian. I usually order the pasta but the pizzas look also very good. Decent price, not cheap but not..."
Kasy
"It was absolutely amazing! I had the three pastas, all were amazing but the tortellini stole the show. Absolutely amazing, great service and amazing..."
Matt Without The Cravat
"Quick service, good home made gnocchi, I had the calamari but wish I'd had pasta as it looked really good. Filling mains so couldn't manage..."
Helen
"Lovely starter of crispy cracker-like bread with fior di latte and San Daniele prosciutto. Entree of tortellini in sage butter was a revelation...."
MellowFever
"We have been dining at Donnini's for a couple of years now and always look forward to the whole experience. The food is authentic, fresh and..."
Tralee
"Quick and attentive customer service. Fresh and tasty pasta. Totally loved it. Would go back for more. Ordered the Tri-pasta..."
Aussie Nawaab
"I love this place and used to come here pretty often a few years back. The pasta is really superb, and the service was very warm and personal. Other..."
Finding Resonance
"Donnini's is my favourite place to eat. The quality of food and its preparation are without parallel. Carlton is full of Crapitalian along with their..."
Cattlin
"Had the trio of pasta, came out reasonably quick. The ricotta tortellini (middle) is absolutely amazing, so I'm hoping next time that is on the menu..."
Sammy
"The spinach and ricotta tortellini is to die for. Pizzas are pretty good too. Very attractive waitstaff ;) great..."
Fiona_tudehope
"Loved the food. Loved the Prawn pasta and bruschetta. Their focaccia is..."
Muniche
"Great Afternoon of superb Pasta and company.. I can't reccomend Donninis enough, the food was awesome and the service spearheaded by Chelsea was some..."
Gavgalway
"Best Pasta EVER. Cannot fault anything at all with Donnini's, Firstly the service was amazing!!!! I had the tortellini and Have to honestly say it..."
Findcharliebrown
"The best Italian food on Lygon!. My boyfriend and I have been to Donnini's on several occasions and it has not once disappointed us. The food is..."
Emily Fioramonte
"A great restaurant is only as good as it's good...right, half right ...ok be it 3/4's then but "consistency is king" and by that, I am never let down..."
Michael D.
"Outstanding!. What a great example of first rate Italian food. This family owned and operated business never disappoints. From the helpful staff who..."
Annadeflowers
"Traditional Italian with a dash of Artisan thrown in, you will love Donnini’s. Went out to dinner on another gorgeous Melbourne evening, meeting up..."
Giulia Tesoro
"My favourite Lygon street restaurant. Went to Donnini's last night with ten friends. Food delicious, service impeccable. Six out of the ten had not..."
Jan
"Awesome. Food was amazing. Service was excellent. A great night out. Will be back. We highly recommend the potato and speck pizza, pasta trio and the..."
Emma Johns
"A good place for a business/work lunch, though if there are large groups around it can be a bit loud. Particularly enjoyed the antipasto and share..."
Feckless
"Amazing food and noticeably excellent service even though the reataurant was fully booked. The food all came out at a reasonable time & it really was..."
Dave Walker
"Food was fantastic. Service was great and staff were friendly... Very worthwhile lunch visit...."
Galakto
"Lovely fresh pasta and flavours. Very friendly waitress. Kids LOVED it which is always a plus, both kids scored..."
Tammy Bollinger
"This restaurant is amazing!!It's a little bit fancy pancy, but the food was so fresh & delicious and the staff were all really friendly. Ordered..."
Sammy
"Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! Food, service ( lovely waitress) can't recomend this place enough.Thankyou for a lovely Sunday lunch.I..."
Louisa Kenneday
"Lygon street places are often ordinary. Donninis is no such thing. Lovely food, great service and good prices. Had the calamari here tonight as a..."
Two Sheds
"Beautiful food and wonderful service! We ordered the rib-eye for entrée and it was cooked perfectly. For main, we got the trio of pastas because we..."
Emma Strommer
"Solid Italian restaurant. I had the daily special - gnocchi with clams - which was tasty, but could have used a bit more seasoning. Good espresso...."
Laura Kalra
"What to eat when in Lygon st? Italian of course! Booked in Donnini’s to have a taste of their pasta! Family friendly, welcoming hosts! We ordered..."
Emilie Yeo
"Our table was waiting on arrival. We were seated at front window, lovely view of Lygon St. Friendly and attentive service team, served sparkling..."
John W Newey
"We always go to Donnini’s for great pasta. Their Focaccia is great with extra virgin oil and sea salt. I love their linguine with southern..."
BeeYan & King
"Always amazing food and service. Consistently delicious 😋 for decades. Every time we travel to Melbourne this is a must..."
Michelle Obrien
"Exceptional service, delicious food and amazing serving sizes! Will definitely be..."
Evelyn A
Lello
89/100 (1460 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
Pizza
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Lasagne
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Calamari
"Managed to grab dinner for two here on a busy Saturday night. No booking, under 5 minutes and we were seated. Good wine selection, with a variety of..."
David Parer
"Fantastic food - the potato pizza is to die for! Cocktails are amazing - you must try the espresso..."
Craig Stanford
"Such a lovely place. The service was fantastic, the food was incredible and I would highly recommend this place. We had 3 different pastas, all..."
Julie Blackley
"Loved their service. They cooked my meal on a separate pan when requested to ensure my meal doesnt come in contact with any meat. Really tasty food..."
Ishrat Hasan
"The food and the service were excellent. A great place for a quick bite or a leisurely three course meal. We'll be..."
Brad Keele
"Fabulous..we walked in off the street on grand final nigh..no tables but promised a call in an hour. 20 minutes later we had a table for 6 and..."
Tina Smith
"Visitors to Melbourne staying across the lane. This became our "local" for the couple of days we were here. Enjoyed dinner, coffees, cocktails and..."
Francine Traeger
"Greeted well as you enter the restaurant, delicious food, excellent service - nice wine list - has it all....we enjoy the dinner - Margaret Cunniffe..."
Margaret Cunniffe
"The most amazing food you can have!! The gnocchi melt in your mouth and 24hours later I can still taste the flavours from my truffle parmigiano..."
John Cardamone
"A great place to eat authentic Italian. The staff was very friendly and..."
Ken J Clifford
"Some of the best pasta I’ve had in a very long while, with delicious salads, sides and the desert was to die for.I can’t recommend..."
La Ola Es Mia Cocina.
"Great Italian, excellent knowledgeable service backed up by great food, wine selection and coffee. Highly..."
Chris
"Its been a while since I last visited Lello and I was pleasantly surprised by the improvements. The staff were professional, knowledgeable..."
Espy Eats
"Pretty busy place for weeknights. Good place to go after work. The service is pretty good. We've ordered few things but my favourite are the gnocchi,..."
Priscillia
"Been here a few times now! Consistent pasta, love the traditional flavours. Prices are reflected in the dishes and love the atmosphere. I have tried..."
Foodie Takes Melb
"Cozy Italian restaurant on the corner of flinders lane and Russell street. Lovely atmosphere and wonderful staffs. And of course the food was..."
Ann
"Excellent service. The gnocchi with zucchini was phenomenal. Great texture and loved the sauce. Ricotta ravioli with eggplant also tasted great...."
Whalesfoodadventure
"A wonderful place with amazing Pasta dishes and mains. The gnocchi with pomodoro sugo and the special Fish of the day were super fresh and tasty-..."
VeeC
"Walked in for a pre-show dinner on a blustery Friday night. We were eating early so did not bother making a booking. The after work bar queue left us..."
Umami
"From the food to the service everything we experienced was absolutely faultless. Little pumpkin arancini was to die for as was the caprese salad..."
Birdman
"Nicely located, nice interior, we were seated at table for 8 closest to kitchen and the soundproofing in the place seems well done, most places you..."
Sophie S
"Top dining experience all round, especially if you love Italian food with a difference. The staff were very professional and super friendly, making..."
Custardbun
"Very authentic italian cuisine. With the touch of expressive italian waitress that make the atmosphere sparkling even more. The ambience is on point...."
Fuad Pratama
"Amazing service - I had a suitcase because I was on en route to the airport - not a problem for the staff who promptly stowed it away. Next the..."
Sartaj.s.sandhu
"Lello is a sleek Italian cafe/restaurant on the busy Flinders Lane / Russell street corner. Nice fitout makes this venue aesthetically pleasing and..."
Espy Eats
"Came for lunch, had the kingfish and charred cauliflower. At first I was a bit put off by the $36 price tag.. but it was absolute value for money. It..."
Alex Bogart-King
"We ordered only 3 dishes but the 3 of us felt very full! The food and customer service are both excellent. Quiet atmosphere but nice warm feeling...."
Hoang Trang
"Probably some of the best pasta and lasagna I've had in melbourne all very fresh ingredients and everything is made from scratch. Highly..."
Dee Tuncer
"I had lunch there yesterday and loved it. My companion had the handmade potato gnocchi and I had these amazing zucchini flowers stuffed with goat..."
Angel Lewisova
"Seeing this is a pasta bar I’ll focus on that! The lasagna I had was probably 9/10 absolutely delicious. Can’t say the same about the calamari, I..."
Denny Patron
"Some of the best Italian I have had in Melbourne, the pasta and ingredients were so fresh and delicious! The atmosphere was very romantic and will be..."
Therese Rowan
"I love love love this place! Has the best cacio e pepe! Their pizza is also probably by the the closest to what you can get from Rome..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"My fellow diners and I had a great experience at Lello last night. The ambience was great (cheerful but not too noisy); the staff were delightful and..."
Sarina R
"If you work in the city, you’re in for a treat – the public transport system will get you there. If you are planning on driving in, and depending..."
The Domestic Traveller
"Lovely atmosphere, great service and the prawn pasta dish I ordered was quite nice and had a lot of effort put into it. The menu and the food..."
Dulasha Fernando
"I visited this place when it used to be Ostaria and I like the new look and menu!Lello has a very welcoming feeling, great ambience with..."
Eatabelle
"Can’t fault this place. Love it! The food, atmosphere and service 👌 have been a few times now and it never disappoints, highly recommend the..."
Beth’s Bites
"Great place for delicious Italian foods. The grilled calamari entree was super delicious with a charred flavour but still tender. The pine mushroom..."
AC
"The menu had pasta of the day which was veal pasta with truffle. It was so good, so that’s why I’m giving it a 4. Pizza was also pretty good and..."
Hungry Koala
"A friend suggested that we try Lello based on the good reviews on Zomato.We had some garlic focaccia to start and I decided to go for the..."
Ilovefood13
"Lovely ambience, great beer and good pasta. While the pasta tasted fresh and handmade it wasn’t bad but nothing extraordinary. I got the margarita..."
Christine Stephen
"The service is absolutely spectacular— incredibly engaged staff, warm, welcoming and with brilliant suggestions. The squid ink that was..."
Neer Ly
"Fresh home-made pasta! This place has my heart! Very friendly and relaxed. The venue is stylish and welcoming.I usually stop in for a quick..."
Sterling Archer
"I can only rate based on their coffee as I didn't have any of their food. Stopped in for a business meeting and the staff were friendly and very..."
Foodie4Melb
"I can't comment on their food as i didnt have any but their coffee? Wow. 👌Had a business meeting and the staff were courteous and friendly..."
Bigfatfoodie
"Excellent service, with good quality food. The pasta I had was al dente, and I thoroughly enjoyed the story behind the pasta told by the waiter who..."
Daniel
"Called in here last night for dinner before the theatre. We didn’t book and we managed to get a table for which we were really grateful...."
Timinmelbourne
"Delicious Italian fare! The Garlic Focaccia was just heavenly, and the calamari was nice and tender. I was really looking forward to the gnocchi but..."
Avolette
"Pasta made fresh daily, and serving Atomica coffee. Came for lunch. Food: Lamb ragu gnochi. Gnocchi pieces were beautiful, the perfect..."
SJFU
"Great pasta though I’d give it to Tipo 00 in a competition.Atmosphere and refinement a big step forward from what was here before...but..."
Rod Coleman
"The best place to enjoy a glass of wine and fresh home made pasta. We had the rabbit tagliatelle and the seafood pasta. To die for. We finished our..."
Andrea Agosta
"Had a vey nice evening here with my missus. The service was excellent and the food was amazing. Loved the Salumi plate and the seafood pasta. Looking..."
Luke Shaun Martin Jasper
"I did have the best vegemite toast on sourdough I've probably ever had this morning. Just the right amount of everything. It made me happier than it..."
Morag Longbottom
"Stumble upon this place randomly and decided to give it a try. Not many pepole when we first step in, but the place is full after we left around 9pm...."
Bubbles
"Lamb ragu pasta($29-$30). The sauce and meat tastes delicious. I think it would have been nicer if there was more sauce though and bigger cuts of..."
Christine
"This was by far one of the best meals we have eaten. The pasta was really delicious and a good size. The sprouted grain makes the pasta easily..."
HobbityElf
"A friend brought me here for a birthday dinner and I have to say, he picked very well. The decor was cosy yet trendy, and the staff were friendly and..."
Om Nom Nom
"Pasta Bar is a misnomer. I wandered in expecting a snack then thought I’d look like a complete goose if I walked out of what is in fact a lovely..."
Two Sheds
"Yak Italian Kitchen & Bar has now become Lello, which was the childhood nickname of head chef and co-owner Leo Gelsomino. Pasta is still the focus..."
A Chronicle Of Gastronomy
"Tried this place the evening before the Melbourne marathon a couple of weekends ago. Hoping for a large plate of pasta to carb-load, I was..."
Liz Elton
"In the heart of the CBD on Flinders lane, the old Yak Italian Kitchen has transformed into a new dining experience named Lello pasta bar. All the..."
Olive Sundays
"Very good food quite great service a bit expensive always check beverage pricesRecommended to order burrata salad everything is season very..."
Anupatfirst
"Really enjoyed dinner at Lello. Whilst quite similar to the previous restaurant, Yak bar, the fit out is noticeably more refined. The service was a..."
Kate Dougherty
"Friendly service and cozy ambience. Pizza and baby calamari are perfect, but the dessert special recommended by the staff has a strange..."
Hahapeanut
"Amazing Italian staff and food. Great vibe, great place for a meal with friends and it's not so noisy that you can chat without everyone hearing...."
Christina Katsifolis
"Loved this place! We went here randomly after not being able to get in elsewhere. Lucky we were able to get in on a Saturday night without a booking...."
Maddie Atherton
"Food was very good. We had the pizza with the sausage and the turmeric potatoes which was different but it was nice. We also had the lasagna which..."
Occasionalmelbfoodie
"Between 3 girls we ordered 2 vegetarian pizzas, vegetable of the day (artichoke), calamari salad and fries and trust me, it's enough food, bill..."
Fiona Le
"Not a bad little place in the city. The food was decent but too pricey for what you get. The pasta was good and pizzas just ok. The service was also..."
Bec C
"Came here on a Friday night and was lucky didn't have to wait without booking. Had the rabbit with risotto and it was the first time I had rabbit...."
Melody.mt.tang
"Yak is a modern twist on Italian food. Came for lunch and the staff were very friendly and attentive. The food is nothing overly fancy but it is good..."
Brungiel
"Yak bar...how have I not reviewed this place yet? Came in for a whisky after dinner. Great little bar where the suits usually hang out on Friday..."
Split The Bill
"Food is delicious, staff are a bit weird.. not sure if that's the snobby Italian self they have in them.Food can be overpricedHaven't come..."
Melbourneats
"Popped in for a quick bite to eat, the pizzas were delicious and cooked in a wood oven. The other food coming out looked good to and seemed to be..."
Tige
"Love this place is on trend at social media now. Very active on Instgram, fb and YouTube channel to share their love for Italian food. The family..."
Sambuca Sam
"A Melbourne institution in my mind. Have been here a number of times and have never been disappointed (with the food or service).Pizzas are..."
Themkc
"The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Express Restaurant lunches are a great way to try a new restaurant (or visit an old favourite) on a budget. For..."
Piecey Num Nums
"Wow...wow...wow !! Nice little restaurant/bar with awesome staff and fantastic food in a great location. Duck,Rabbit and pasta were our..."
Kate
"Can never go past the home made gnocchi! It's absolutely delicious. The tiramisu is maybe a bit cutesy in design but is light as a feather and very..."
Michelle
"I've been here twice now and I will be back! The gnocchi wins me over every time, so delicious. The pizza is also amazing. Would definitely recommend..."
Sandy Lozano
"Honest and hearty Italian cuisine in the middle of the exhibition street and little flinders lane. Absolutely loved their menu, and delicious half..."
J88
"Wonderful, friendly service. The pizzas had true Italian flavours. The chef was also accomodating to us as one person could not have cheese on their..."
Megha Koppa
"Getting busier over the years. Clear sign of consistency. Good on them. Food is always a winner. Pizza and rabbit dishes are the standouts and reason..."
M For FOOD And Drinks Occasionally.
"Nice selection of delicious homemade pasta and always dependable quality. They have upped their prices a fair bit and lose points on value. Good..."
Gourmet Globetrotting
"This italian spot isnt too bad. Some meals are ok and others are pretty good. However we found that the size portion for price paid and value wasnt..."
Rida Hakeem
"Arrived around 8 and waited only a few minutes for a table. Our orders were taken quickly by a friendly waitress who was only too happy to tell us..."
Benders Foodie
"A really nice and sophisticated ambience for a Saturday night dinner/drinks at the bar. We had the roast duck with semolina gnocchi- duck was..."
Thosemelbournianfoodies
"The pork belly pizza is my fav! Been there for lunch and dinner- quite a lovely venue for an Italian meal. Only thing negative I'd say is that the..."
Z For GoodFood
"Loved this place. Fresh home made pasta with tasty sauce, and pizzas are amazing also. Great friendly advice. Will be back here for dinner..."
Janella Davidson
"Worth yakking about!Every year I head to Melbourne for a girlie weekend with my bestie involving shopping, eating, drinking and solving the..."
Melisa Lewins
"Great breakfast. I had breakfast today it was absolutely Devine .I had mushrooms and eggs with Virgin Olive oil hollandaise sauce it was so yummy..."
Robert Doyle
"Hearty Italian Cuisine. Bustling restaurant, serving a wide range of tempting and authentic Italian dishes.I made a reservation weeks in..."
Famished
"Excellent Italian that is very authentic. They make their own pizza and..."
Alison
"A light casual Italian restaurant just tucked in Flinders Lane where I just happen walked into without a booking on a Saturday night. Waiting time..."
Frogfoodventure
"Yak Bar Pasta is an exciting restaurant that will take you on a journey deep into Italian cooking, moreover edgy pasta dishes. It’s a colourful,..."
The World Loves Melbourne
"It stands to reason that a kind of complacency sets in with any food that becomes a staple. Yak however is doing great things with pasta and..."
Plate Licker
"New wines are appearing on the winelist and the beautiful looking menu is, well,..."
Ed Charles
"We enjoyed our dinner at Yak, the salumi plate & pizza my fiancé and I shared was tasty. Service was outstanding. A little noisy, but all in all..."
ZaraEmilia
"Yummy Romantic Dinner. Went here for a dinner date on the Saturday right before Xmas and the place was quite busy. Got seated by the window side..."
Belinda-Mary BumbleBee
"Half Duck is Brilliant!!! Wow. Great food, well cooked and incredibly..."
Timbo
"Great service. We arrived late without a booking on a busy Friday night and were told there was a 20 min wait. The obliging host made room for with..."
Georgia
"Great vibe food and..."
Indigestion Kid
"Great pasta. Gets noisy..."
Lachlan
"Like it? No sorry I love it..... The food at this place is amazing and very fairly priced compared to other restaurants in the area, staff were also..."
Loves Pubs
"Get the pizza. Went here on a busy Saturday night hoping for good Italian food and was not disappointed. The restaurant was fairly busy but we were..."
Qtcat18
"Had a lovely lunch - wish we had more time to savour 3 courses. Will be..."
Foodie
"Delicious food (really well cooked steak and excellent chocolate fondants) Friendly, competent staff who manage to be professional but not..."
Mattym
"Well after being turned away by a restaurant just up from yak because we had our five year old daughter with us we were welcomed with open arms at..."
Peta Morris
"Authentic flavors well balanced and delicious traditional meals. Worth a visiting whilst in..."
Sundholm
"Ignore the naysayers. Went for dinner last night. We told the waitress that we needed to be out within 1hr15 to get to a show and they delivered...."
SLouise
"Delicious. Went here on a Wednesday night, the bar area was packed so found it hard to make our way through to the dining hall. But once there we..."
Madbishop
"The Italian fare at Yak Bar could well be the finest I've ever experienced. The spinach lasagne w Pork Ragout was nothing short of heavenly. YB is..."
Iceman
"Well worth the wait!. Had dinner there on saturday night the place was packed very busy. The food was excellent and i think a hidden gem in..."
Julia
"Amazing baby calamari and prosciutto San Danielle! Great service. Definitely recommend those two..."
Rebecca R
"Fabulous food, efficient and friendly service, sensational pasta. Well priced and authentic, big thumbs up! Thank you..."
Livvie Myers
"Love this place. Absolutely beautiful place with great food and..."
Josephine
"This place has some of the best pasta in Melbourne! Went with 7 people and everyone enjoyed their meal. Really generous with their ingredients (not..."
Hhunni
"Great coffee and Toast. I know this isn't a typical review - but I wanted to say that Yak does an awesome job for people looking for a quick and..."
MIKE Review
"Absolutely delicious food and top notch..."
Jess
"Beautiful pasta. Had an amazing pasta special here on Friday night. Think this place is a hidden treasure in..."
Alice
"Delish!. Great lasagne! Lovely vibe to this place somewhere inbetween a bar and a somewhat formal restaurant. Great menu but overall the lasagne is a..."
Marykiri
"Great experience. The staff at Yak Bar were very accommodating of our large group (20 ppl) and made us feel very welcome. The food was beautiful, and..."
Rhys McK
"Great night. Went with rellies on a Thursday night. The place was fairly busy but staff were helpful & attentive. We shared a variety of entrees -..."
Dragonfly Dazed
"Best desert I've ever had! Italian doughnuts with pistachio ice cream in a blood orange sauce, this is a dish that has the most incredible balance of..."
Diner101
"Mm comfort food with a nice touch. Our italian waiter greeted us warmly and explained the specials for the day, they always sound so much better with..."
Jess K
"When I want pasta I come to Yak bar. Ragouts are splendly comforting and the last time I went I had gnocchi, which I avoid like the plague but these..."
Mad For Food
"Recommend. Calamari entree, he sweet potato rosti..the gnocci delightful....good to see the pasta in the kitchen window hanging from the..."
Jamieblue
"Pasta was devine!. My friend and I were in the city and came across this place (after looking on Urbanspoon) and fell in love with its pasta dishes...."
Bmwz3roadstar
"Yummy and fun. Love this place. Great food. Fun..."
Elena Clayton
"Excellent. Great place - good atmosphere and amazing food.Had the tagliatelle with pork, and it was melt-in-the-mouth stuff.Wine..."
Keith
"Yum! Will be back.. We ate here for the first time Friday 13th May before a Comedy show. Very glad we did. The service was great - efficient,..."
TanyaC
"Great Food. Four of us ventured in on Sat night for a quick meal before a show.We were pleasantly suprised. the best pasta I have had for a long..."
C.K
"I love the pasta here. The pasta is cooked perfectly and deliciously fresh. The ragu sauce is rich, tasty and the meat falls from the bone. So soft...."
Biting Mammal
"Awsome Night With The Boys. Visted this place for the first time last night, could not fault a thing. Serivce was great and so was the food. Will be..."
Food Lover
"Everything was Delicious. Interesting menu and hard to decide what to order. The entrees of mushrooms and calamari were fantastic - with plenty of..."
Michelle Whalen
"TO DIE FOR. Had a beautiful lunch yesterday with my husband at the yak! The calamari were gorgeous and I had to stop myself from Dipping all of the..."
Patricia
"Delicious. What a find in the cbd, this is a great italian pasta bar. Home-made pasta is really good and reasonably priced. I recommend the gnocci,..."
Misty
"Good pasta at good price. Had tagliatelle with pork ribs in rosemary sauce. Tender pork ribs with meat falling off the bone, just right rosemary..."
Mihu Of The Woods
"Great value, good night out. Had a great time here with a girlfriend last night. We had a booking for 7.30 but bad weather and Saturday night traffic..."
SJMelbgirl
"Excellent place! I had the lamb gnocchi and it was absolutely amazing! The bread served with it was warm and crisp. We went in a large group and we..."
Sarah
"Value for money, with good service a bonus. I have been to the Yak Bar many times now. The food has always impressed me - value for money is hard to..."
Mr Lincoln
"Love Yak. The pasta is absolutely delicious. Have dined here many times, and love it every time. Yak is good people and good..."
A Person You Know
"Great lasagne. We went on a busy night, but they some how sat us down within seconds ( 2 people). I ordered the lasagne which was probably the best..."
P.P
"Was at Yak Friday night 6th August. I can't stop thinking about the gnocchi with ragu. Well worth a return trip. Service was great too. Just a..."
Chris McIntyre
"Surprisingly good. I'd always passed this place and written it off as it looked more pub grub than anything else. But after being asked to join some..."
Albo
"So much flavour, so little time.... With a show in town on Friday night and after reading a fresh, glowing review for the revamped Yak Bar we needed..."
The Hungry Badger
"Amazing new menu. Yak Bar has undergone an amazing change! The new owners/chefs (not sure which or both it is), have absolutely breathed new life..."
Bethiesee
"Fine dining food at pub prices. We wanted an early meal and stumbled upon Yak in the CBD last Saturday night. At 7pm it was full! Always a good sign...."
LizawithaZ
"New owners - bye bye pub food!. Went there last Saturday night as I'd been told that a new team had taken over. Italian in style with fresh pasta..."
Aussie
"I like it but.... The Yak Bar has two great things going for it: one, the delicious food (try the duck risotto - to die for!); and two, the Atomica..."
Ryan
"But…then Pierrick Boyer from Le Petit Gateau came with guns blazing with his first ever dessert pizza. Oh my goodness, what a showing! A homemade..."
Ashley
"Thanks @Lello 😀 my partner and I really enjoyed your restaurant! 🍝 Food was really nice, our pizza was nice and thin with plenty of..."
David Bartlett
"Pretty busy place for weekdays dinner. Better to books your table before. The place is pretty fun and service is pretty good. Good to go after work...."
Priscillia
"The food is very tasty. The pasta was filled with potato and mint 😋 The zucchini flowers stuffed with cheese were delicious, but my favourite from..."
Anita Elmaz
"We were very hungry and were quite pushed for time, but stumbled upon this restaurant and were served immediately, with complementary bread to keep..."
Lenny Peterson
"Service is friendly and the food gives Italy a run for their money. The pasta are all hand made including the gluten free ones, it was so good I..."
Katie Chuang
"We were a group of 7 booked over the holidays. The restaurant was very accommodating of several number changes within hours of our booking. We had..."
Kimberly S
"GOOD QUALITY ITALIAN CUISINE We dropped in without a booking before a show at the Regent Theatre one Saturday night at 6 pm. They were happy to seat..."
Ian Woodruff
Doc Pizza & Mozzarella Bar
89/100 (1789 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Pizza
Vegan Options
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Gluten Free Options
Dinner
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Prawns
Tiramisu
Lasagne
Prosciutto
Italian Beef
Pesto
Antipasti
Buffalo mozzarella
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
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Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
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Mid-range
"Wow, can’t believe I didn’t come here earlier! Ordered their lasagne on Uber eats and it was..."
Hungry Gal
"Last night I tried DOC pizza for the first time. It was takeaway but did not disappoint. It is clear that a Melbourne institution like this sustains..."
Tofi
"Tried the prosciutto pizza and it was really yum. The pork sausage with broccoli was average unfortunately. Service is great even though the..."
Missfoodieguide
"Hands down - the best pizza in Melbourne. Pay that little bit extra to top your pizza with buffalo mozzarella - you won’t regret..."
Ciro
"Pizza wasn't soggy, it has good flavor and texture. Service provided was very friendly and efficient. Highly..."
Kylie
"First meal in Australia and man it did not disappoint! Great location, outdoor seating and an amazing wine list! All pizzas were cooked to..."
Dinesh Bahrani
"Tried a lot last time and the food was super good. The best pizza I’ve ever tried. I’ll return with friends again just because of the amazing..."
Pentakill JackeyLove
"Gorgeous, authentic Italian pizzas - with premium toppings, sauces and bases. Great service, lovely building and a good drinks list - featuring..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"The food here has been, and will continue to be, some of my favourite. Lovely staff and great staple of the..."
Kelsey Gamble
"Not saying this in a hyperbolic sense, hands down the best pizza I’ve had in Melbourne thus far. Still dreaming of that mushroom truffle..."
Avery
"The pizza here is the best pizza I have had in a long time, even after a few trips to Italy. The staff were super friendly. The only thing was that..."
Srslyfoods
"Great restaurant! It gets busy, and there is a little bit of a wait but it is worth it. The lasagne was delicious and the coffee even better. Great..."
Foodie McFoodie
"Beautiful pizza with amazing Italian hospitality!The pizza was wonderful! It was so fresh and every ingredient you could tell was sourced..."
Jianne Yong
"If you love a light, crispy, doughy pizza then Doc is your guy! Staff are fantastic, pizzas are delicious, there’s always a vibe and the wine..."
MelbourneLops
"I was catching up with an old friend and decided to try out this place. I ordered the tiger prawns pizza, and it was very good. Service was all over..."
Melissa
"A high quality pizzeria that is usually full on the weekends with a casual vibe. I do enjoy the pizza here at DOC, however, maybe it was just this..."
Vizual.Eater
"A bit pricey, but very delicious. Pizza crust is crispy and the pizza itself is so full of flavour and very fresh. Service is average but not bad...."
Vivien 🍓🍙
"DOC was an Italian restaurant/delicatessen, serving a variety of gourmet-style pasta and pizza. The pastas that we had were pretty delicious; cooked..."
Angel Khong
"Love this place ♥️ always crave for their Pizzas! Especially with the truffle oil 😌 and extremely entertaining service too. Highly recommended..."
Hazelin Ng
"Had my son 21st here on Friday night 9/8/19 service was amazing, food sensational, would recommend Doc’s to everyone...."
Brenda Mills
"we came there for my friend‘s birthday party!actually the weather of 2019.08.09 in Melbourne is really gonna frive people mad…but luckily the..."
Savannah Pierce
"The pizza here is undeniably good - thin and crispy base, tasty sauce, perfect cheese. They don’t look like they could fill you up but they..."
L.H
"4.5 DOC never fails to surprise, and we are rather glad to have returned for such an amazing pizzas after such a long time.The authenticity,..."
Penguineats
"I ordered the pizza Margherita for lunch and it was a large pizza. I like the crispy and thin pizza crust. The sauce and topping was also very nice...."
Hannah
"It was the first time I have been to DOC but it definitely won’t be the last. I ordered both the Napoletana and the DOC pizza and they were equally..."
Kim Miller
"This restaurant has been an institution for years and it continues to be busy with people waiting for tables on most nights. The tables a comfortable..."
Rennie
"Food: excellent, probably the best pizza in Melbourne. Soft dough, thin crust, authentic, a lot of toppings. What more can you ask..."
Tim Deng
"Best Italian pizza in Melbourne!!! Must order San Danielle. The prosciutto is the bomb! Pizza with broccoli paste is nice, but a little salty to me...."
XinRu Ong
"My Uber driver from Naples said this was the best pizza in Melbourne, and I’ll have to say the Italians know their pizza. Combine that with..."
Alan Tse
"It is always busy, but the food exceeds itself. Every time I come I order something I wouldn’t normally get and it is beautiful each time. The..."
Maddy Chetcuti
"Hands down my favorite pizza place in Melbourne!! Thin crust done so right! Place is a bit far from the city but im glad theyve just opened a branch..."
Elephantpizza
"DOC Pizza is beyond expectations, it is literally the best pizza I’ve ever had. I love the DOC Special and the Soppressa! Definitely Melbourne’s..."
Tashveen14
"Cheesus crust, Doc Pizza sure took a little pizza my heart that night. I guess I can safely say that from now on I pepperonly have eyes for..."
Alexius Choi
"My favourite pizza joint on lygon street. Truffle mushroom pizza was the best! Great pizza dough and toppings. Prosciutto pizza the same as mushrooms..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"DOC never disappoints. Food is consistently well cooked but what stands out is the service. This one time my friend was being real picky and annoying..."
Linda
"Been going here quite a few times after my trip to Italy. The pizza is amazing and always takes me back there. Toppings are just right and high..."
Tim J Naismith
"It's good pizza but I think a little over rated. It's something you should try and see what the fuss is all about as it's very popular.  Not that..."
Mel
"The best pizza I have had outside of Italy itself! Amazing gluten free base it is so close to the real deal. It is very very popular so very noisy,..."
Nikita Sauer
"To be honest, this is the best pizza place I have ever been. The pizza is very fresh and tasty, tops are rich with very thin dough, which is really..."
CharlotteJiang
"Pizza here is pretty good, simple toppings with great flavour, only ever got takeaway as usually too small/ busy to find a seat without a booking...."
Tasting Notes Melbourne
"Never disappoints! Will always be my favourite pizza place in the world!!! SAN Daniele with rocket salad can never go wrong and of course Nutella..."
Jennifer Issa
"All I can say is OH MY GOSH..The Pizza is freakin amazing, the combination and the fresh ingredients is well combined!Also the staff very..."
Junghoo Kim
"This was probably the best margarita pizza I have eaten! Everything tasted really fresh & was reasonably priced! The service was slightly too high..."
Thebrunchgirls
"I also appreciate Italian food. Who doesn't love pizza and pasta? My impression upon entering here is that the restaurant has that positive vibe. An..."
Justin R
"Can’t go wrong with DOC!!! My girlfriend and I discovered this place along Lygon St, it has Incredible pizzas and has this authentic Italian vibe..."
Elliott Jacobs
"Delish! Flavours grown up enough to be enjoyable for the adults and yet the kids still loved them. Prompt, fresh, a great bite, beautiful tomato..."
Susan Susan
"DOC is a little bit of ITALY in Carlton. DOC captures the food , the atmosphere and the spirit of Italy. Thanks to the beautiful staff. ..."
CAC
"The food is great very traditional pizza the way it’s indented to be ! Meatballs where amazing would recommend them highly !..."
Dylan Davis
"You might need to wait for a bit for a table but it's worthwhile. Love their pizza and the service is always tentative and fast. Love the..."
Coco F
"The service was lovely! The food was tasty and the wine was beautiful. The place is also cozy and the staff was super Italian Friendly.  The basil..."
Sienna Sayers
"One of the best pizza in Melbourne! Good prices and great service. The lasagna was so good! This is so amazing. But the standout here though was the..."
Phoebe Johnston
"The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful! The table service was amazing. The combination of melted and fresh buffalo mozzarella make..."
Ethan Oxenham
"4.5Had this place on my list for a while and I certainly wasn’t disappointed! Had the margherita and it was perfect. The fluffy base didn’t..."
Gee
"What a beautiful little restaurant , off the main drag of lygon street, this truly authentic restaurant mixed with all Italian staff really makes..."
Sig
"Best pizza ever in Melbourne! The place is also so cozy and the staff were super Italian friendly. The dough of the pizza is extraordinary. It is..."
Handini Audita
"Still the best pizza in Melbourne!!! Always one of my favourites and goes perfectly with an aperol spritz. Good prices and great service always!..."
Jessica Genobile
"The lasagne was so good! This is amazing because I do prefer vegetarian lasagne. Ordered:🍝 Pappardelle: with Italian porcini..."
Jasmine
"It takes something pretty special to stand out from the almost endless number of amazing Italian eateries in Carlton, and D.O.C Pizza & Mozzarella..."
YAMFB
"Came here for my work christmas party. The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful. The table service was amazing. Best pizza I've had in a long..."
Ivan
"Amazing!Best pizza I’ve ever eaten. Highly recommend the broccoli pizza. The base is gorgeous, the cheese incredible and the service is great...."
Rosie
"DOC is definitely my favourite Italian/pizza place now. Every meat on the salumi board was delicious and fresh, and the buffalo mozzarella was..."
Daisy
"Beautiful pizza, good atmosphere, we tried 6 different pizza but my favorite was the san danielle with prosciutto and the cornuta, the antipasto..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"Highly recommend to try their Speck pizza! Went there on a Monday night, full house, tables were quite pack together, but friendly staff..."
HildaLuv2Eat
Il Duca
88/100 (928 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Calamari
Fish
Risotto
Pork
Calamares
Lasagne
Ice Cream
Gelato
Pasta
Salad
Lamb
Scallops
Bruschette
Duck
Pesto
Sit down
Pizza
Mediterranean
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Serves Alcohol
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went here last night and was thrilled at the service provided. We called up before arriving to ensure they do gluten free options as im a celiac and..."
Shaz Williams
"My husband & I had dinner here on Friday night, the waiter that served us was very friendly & very welcoming. Was a great atmosphere to eat, the food..."
Melyn Salvestro
"Presently eating at this beautiful restaurant. Family run, very friendly, great service and delicious food. Highly recommend to my Sydney and..."
David Bourne
"Have been there twice for family get togethers. Food is first class , the staff our friendly and helpful, and the menu is great as there is something..."
Damian Turner
"During my numerous business trips to Melbourne, I often dine at Il Duca (for both lunch and dinner).David, Dominique, and their team..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Ordered the Fish of the Day (Swordfish) paired with a Fat Yak Pale Ale. Lovely panfried fresh swordfish cooked perfectly and complimented with a..."
JKGasMan
"A great place to dine before an event at MCG or Rod Laver. There are not many restaurants in the area, so be sure to book as it was jam packed at..."
Split The Bill
"We were staying at the Pullman on the Park for a conference and a group of us wandered up the road for a meal. We came across Il Duca and decided..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"Great place for all food; but the Italian dishes are superb. As is the menu, the wine and the service. Go there if you want a great dinner and night..."
Robert Masters
"Really loved our visit here. This is a great restaurant if you're attending a show at the nearby tennis centre or MCG. Be sure to let them know if..."
Madamcafebeing
"A very classy Italian place with pleasant ambience. We came here for lunch and were quite pleased by the service and overall experience. The food..."
Kimmy_desu
"Visited for dinner with friends, not having been here for a few years. Not many patrons on the night we visited, but were told the restaurant had..."
William Field
"Had lunch with friends here over 6 months ago.We had the eye-fillet, twice roasted duck, a veggie pizza and vegetarian ravioli.+..."
Ruby Bui
"The Duke ....Classic Italian diner, great "family" ambiance and full with patrons. Much improved as it used to be in a smaller premise a..."
"JT" Jeffrie Trika
"Great ambient, great service and fantastic food! Highly recommended the seafood fettuccine, big serving and the amount of seafood was very..."
Joey
"Dined here soon after moving into the area. Great ambience and well patronised on a week night. The staff were attentive and friendly and the dishes..."
Rod Adkins
"What a wonderful experience. The staff were friendly, attentive and knowledgable. They showed a genuine love for the restaurant and looked after us..."
Karen Walker
"Absolutely gorgeous - perfect food, lovely lighting, warm and comfortable. Excellent service, very friendly, exquisite food and lovely..."
Katie.gold
"Delicious!. Not quite sure why the low rating on Urbanspoon, husband took me there for my birthday and we both really enjoyed our meal. Granted I..."
Azusa
"Went here for a friend's birthday in the private room yesterday and the food and service was delicious! Fresh and wholesome Italian..."
Candice Pope-Narsey
"Can't Wait to Go Back!. I love this restaurant, the menu has a great range of Italian dishes, my favourite being the meatballs! I've been to Italy 5..."
Kristenb_0388
"Just a gem. What a fantastic meal last night, Ralph and family make you so welcome. The gnocchi my dinner partner said was the best she has ever..."
Facebook User
"Service was attentive but not intrusive. I had the fish which was so fresh and absolutely amazing. It was served on a bed of vegetables, not like..."
Gastronome
"One word..."
Giuseppe U Silano
"The best Italian restaurant in Melbourne!! Awesome service very friendly..."
Ant Marino
"Loved it. The food was traditional Italian and the pastas were perfectly cook. Wil go..."
Paul Barbaro
"We love Il Duca!. My partner and I come here at least once a fortnight, we are always thrilled with our food and the service is always friendly and..."
CJC
"One of the local places my wife and I frequent because the menu is very nicely put together and is quite well executed. However, there is no escaping..."
Jonathan
"Lunch club attended Il Duca and we were very impressed from the service from Ralph and his staff and the meals were of excellent standard. We highly..."
Lunch Club
"Il duca is like my second kitchen! We go there reguraly because the food is so delicious! The staff are also very..."
Greenbean
"Enjoyed the most beautiful meal (Chefs specially made a Carbonara), the entree size was perfect. My Husband had the lamb shanks which in his words..."
Lill
"So glad to have had the chance to have dinner here. I had the rib eye, my wife had the risotto, and my daughter had the gnocchi. All dishes were..."
Aleko
"This is a really great restaurant. The food is consistently at a high standard, the service is great and the owners are fabulous people who make you..."
Tim Lewis
"I met friends here for a meal prior to a footy match at the MCG. It was very busy but the staff were incredibly efficient and professional. The..."
Nick A
"Cozy and clean place, friendly staff with caring, delicious meal. We ordered a sweet potato soup, veg risotto and pene with slow cooked..."
Keun Young Kim
"What a great night, food fantastic, staff brilliant, atmosphere is wonderfully warm and inviting, listening to the songs of Carol King by sung by..."
Terry Kernan
"Ideal setting with a great atmosphere, excellent food and wine with very friendly service. Highly recommended whether you are in a business trip or..."
Leon Vermaak
"Fabulous place to get together and enjoy a magnificent meal! The customer service was fabulous - friendly, spot on with their advice and great family..."
Janet Congues
Da Guido 365
88/100 (1685 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegan Options
Pizza
Mediterranean
Italian
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Buffalo mozzarella
Tiramisu
Bolognese
Beef
Lasagne
Carbonara
Prosciutto
Pasta
Salad
Focaccia
Calamari
Pesto
Calamares
Antipasti
Sit down
Pizza
Mediterranean
Italian
Reservations
Delivery
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The best pizza I have had, excellent atmosphere, great staff, highly recommended..."
Bryce Collins
"PROSwonderfully unique and varied selection of both pizzas and pastas. Coming from a strong italian heritage, I'm often wary of ordering pasta..."
Bianca
"Authentic Italian home made but well presented food. The staff are friendly and attentive. A slightly hidden gem being on Little Collins St but well..."
Daryl
"Best pizza I ever had! An authentic italien restaurant with very good and high quality priducts. Very friendly and motivated..."
Aaditey Bains
"Beautiful fresh pasta, wood fired pizza with a thin base, makes this a great restaurant in CBD. Service is attentive and fast and prices are very..."
Annie
"Came here for a xmas party with over 70 and we had blast. Marco was a pleasure to work with when planning out the event. He was accommodating to all..."
Melb_Belly
"Came here on a TheFork booking and got 50% off food. The pizza had a nice crunch and was quite authentic (said our companion who has just returned..."
The World’s My Oyster
"The food was delicious, the server was lovely, and the atmosphere was great! Don’t miss out on the chance to experience Da Guido 365! Will..."
DaRekinator
"Had dinner there last night. Very friendly staff and great food in general. Ordered a pizza diavola and received a free appetiser on..."
Davide Falchi
"First impression is immediately the warm and cozy atmosphere, which is very welcome any time but especially on a chill Melbourne evening. Friendly..."
Alexei Gudimenko
"Came back for a second dinner visit after enjoying our first dining experience so much. Pleased to say it was just as good the second time! We had a..."
Michael
"We have to admit it was a thoroughly enjoyable Italian feast. From the quality produce to the near perfect execution, Da Guido’s newest venture..."
Penguineats
"Da Guido 365 is the business' second location in Melbourne, but third overall. Originating in Venice, Italy, the origins of this Italian restaurant..."
Nicole Tang
"Why would you go to Italy for food when the Italian food scene gets better and better in Melbourne every year?We started off with 2 pastas, the..."
Nathan Galea
"If you want to go to a place where its Nonna cooking then go here. Nonna is in the kitchen and it shows in the pasta. The pasta sheets were..."
Nay Nay
"We enjoyed our lunch at Da Guido 365 on a busy Friday lunch time. Our fusilli bolognese was fresh and delicious. The homemade bread and accompanying..."
Perpetuity Of Food
"Forget the air ticket to Italy. I am sick of the over complicated modern vegan small multi course bite size tasting portions served in so many..."
Kenny
"PROS - Great service - Cosy restaurant atmosphere with good location - Good food (recommend the salads, pizzas & lemon..."
Princeofharts
"Summary: We couldn’t fault the food here tonight and wine list had a good range of Italian wines to keep interest up. The Aperol Spritz was one of..."
Espy Eats
"We were invited to Da Guido last night a restaurant with some impressive heritage having existed in Venice for some forty years and then several..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Da Guido is a simple yet elegant Italian restaurant that serves up some of the best pasta I've had in Melbourne. Their Italian chefs specialize in..."
FOOD TRIP
"Took a largish group here and they were very accommodating. Service was lovely, the food (we got several pizzas to share) was excellent and at a very..."
Kate
"Food: Very GoodPresentation: GoodService: GoodAmbience: ExcellentLocation:..."
Debora Haus
"An absolute gem in the heart of the CBD. Conveniently located close to public transport, this pizzeria offers a thin menu of superb pizzas. The crust..."
Giorgio Barcaiolo Battaglini
"Brand new management here, and true authentic Italian cooking... Ordered SAN Daniele Pizza with salami and olives; what I received was amazing!!!..."
Nate
"My favourite favourite favourite pizza restaurant! I've dined here many times now and always leave happy and satisfied. The pizzas are so full of..."
Lilian Auduong
"Had the best night ever! The stuff was so lovely, the food was OVER THE MOON. I took my Italian friend and he got so emotional of how much da Guido..."
Valerie Li
"Absolutely incredible food with great service. Everything we had was extremely yummy, full of flavour and beautifully cooked & presented. The..."
Chiara Pepe
"We have had takeaway from Da Guido 365 twice in a row now and the food is consistent, delicious and the pasta is al dente. I strongly recommend the..."
A Otago
"Best pizza I’ve ever had in Australia! It brought my tastebuds back to Venice! Amazing service ! The pizza was authentic beautiful, fresh, Light,..."
Matthew Cua
"Fantastic Italian food in the heart of Melbourne. Pasta was perfectly cooked, amazing sauce and the garlic bread is actually a fantastic mini garlic..."
John T
"I like the pizza, it was a wonderful experience. High quality Italian taste. Friendly stuff and great hospitality definitely i will be back..."
ALShareef
"Great little place near my hotel. Pizza was decent with the gluten free crust and good selection of antipasto. Only thing missing was..."
Sarah Keally
Grossi Florentino
88/100 (2477 ratings)
Restaurants
European
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Oyster
Lasagne
Calamari
Tortellini
Risotto
Tortelloni
Cannelloni
Tuna
Lamb
Calamares
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Antipasti
Prawns
Ragu
Beef
Wild boar
Tortelli
Tiramisu
Pasta
Salad
Crab
Suckling Pig
Duck
Octopus
Sit down
Mediterranean
European
Italian
Accepts American Express
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Dinner
Lunch
Fine Dining
"A fabulous dining experience from beginning to end. We arrived early and had a drink at Ombré Salumi next door where the staff then personally..."
Louise Malizia
"Just dinned Upstairs and what a meal We had the 6 course menu. The food was amazing. The service was awesome and the staff had excellent knowledge..."
Michael Lumley
"Absolutely devine. The food was fantastic and the staff were exceptional. Do yourself a favour and get the Taglierini prawns zucchini. Our waiter was..."
Linda Vella
"Definitely the best Italian in Melbourne. The three pasta dishes we had where fantastic, could not fault. The rest of the meal was superb..."
Sergio Paglialonga
"We had an exceptional gastronomic experience in the dining room. Exquisitely presented delicacies as well as beautiful food from the al a carte..."
Gail Jenkins
"Dinner last night with my beautiful wife. Outstanding service so a big thank you to all the staff! Amazing food 10/10 for the chef the Venison was to..."
Todd Shone
"Been here several times over the years, with my wife. Grossi has never failed even once! From their service to the food and wine, nothing could be..."
Ash Jayasinha
"Perfect late afternoon lunch. The staff were welcoming and knowledgeable about the menu options, specials and wine choices. Meals were the perfect..."
Narelle Kearney
"This is a must visit for me on any trip to Paris in Melbourne even though it's for Italian food and coffee. Not just any Italian food and coffee,..."
Rohan Squingle
"For my partner, Ruth and me this is an experience which comes rarely. We enjoyed every aspect of the experience, which for us as we journey with..."
Peter Whitefield
"Fabulous food, great service very nice decor but noisy. Not a deal breaker but it does need some acoustic dampening. I did eat at the grill..."
Mark Houston
"Awesome dinner. Degustation menu with matching premium wines. Personal appointed staff from beginning to..."
Murray O'Dea
"Known as one of Melbourne’s finer Italian restaurants, we were super excited to see what the hype was about.Upon arriving at at booking..."
Tony
"Yes I ate more than just their amazing desserts. From the ambience to the polite staff this place is not your ordinary dining experience...."
Breakfast_Adventurers
"Hailed as a fine dining institution in Melbourne, we were more than excited to dine here. We got the 6pm reservation and was ushered in upstairs...."
Vi Dang
"Beautiful setting with very attentive service. The food comes out quickly and the flavours are for the most part good (just the whitlof is a tad..."
Dumba
"Well we ventured to the formal dining upstairs at this Melbourne tradition and all I can say is WOW!We decided in for a Penny in for a..."
Chris Kilpatrick
"This was a real 'Wow!' experience. The food was perfect. Literally perfect. Tasty, creative and exquisitely presented. The waiters were entertaining..."
Kim @FabulousDining
"At a place like this, you predict fine service. It was formal, Italian, considered and professional. From the little stools to rest your bag, to the..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"I’ve been walking past this place for years wanting to try it and finally decided to go for my partner’s birthday. We chose the Gran Tour menu..."
Chau Nguyen Evans
"Haven't been back to Grossi for years and we wondered why we waited so long to return.  Room has a lovely feel, waiters were attentive, some a bit..."
Melbourne Foodie
"There is a reason this place is one of the many food icons in Melbourne.Along with mulitiple glasses of wine it was a treat.We..."
Split The Bill
"Been to all three shops here...and it’s all good!!! Really a great place that keeps things simple and tasty! Very similar to Takumi Japanese..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"I’ve always wanted to go to Florentino Upstairs. It’s an icon in Melbourne. I was surprised by the decor; it’s much more subdued than I..."
Honeylishuss
"Amazing experience. I’ve booked this place for my partner birthday. From the moment we set into the restaurant everything was on point. Friendly..."
Dublinese
"Amazing, Amazing, Amazing. We walked to the top of the stairs to be surprisingly greeted by Guy Grossi. He was relaxed and friendly. He kindly..."
Rita
"MFWF express lunch - Highly recommended!! The service are way above expectations (even better than some of the high end elite restaurants I’ve been..."
~Happy Neko~
"Upstairs serves spectacular food, lovely service, and a lovely environment. We often visit for special occasions and Grossi never..."
Graham Connolly
"Booked for a special occasion and we were treated quite specially. Hats off to the waiters, very professional and they know exactly what is in their..."
Prithvijit Roy
"We expected to be blown away with Gross Upstairs but were somewhat underwhelmed. The food was delicious, the service was perfect however we felt it..."
Charlie And Ko Reviews
"You absolutely can’t beat Grossi upstairs for service l, amazing food and the kind of lunch you want to settle in for until the early evening - or..."
Melbourne To Mouth
"Very different, great food, very traditional yet very creative, definitely on the more expensive side for what it is.Worth the experience,..."
Dave B.
"Delicious Italian food and very traditional. Loved that they gave us a goody bag with pasta and sauce after dinner. In terms of atmosphere it was a..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Cannot be beaten one of Melbourne all time greats, wonderful food, wonderful service, wonderful atmosphere 5/5 a dining experience we definitely..."
WePreferEatingOut
"Grossi upstairs is one of the finest in Melbourne. And possibly one of the original finest. The story about how it all started is quite interesting,..."
KnowingMelbourne
"What can I say? If I could, I would give this place 10/5. It was seriously that amazing. But perhaps I am getting ahead of myself. This is how fine..."
The Domestic Traveller
"Service was flawless- rare find of perfectly balanced silver spoon service with friendliness in Melbourne 10/10Sommelier knowledge and..."
Lily Fullgrabe
"We have been here 3 times and enjoyed the experience each time. The egg ravioli is amazing and the cheese platter is a thing of beauty! The service..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Last week, Gastrology joined  Grana Padano representative, Elisabetta Serraiotto in sampling rich, aged Italian cheese at Grossi Florentino where..."
Gastrology
"Went to Grossi Florentino at the end of February for dinner to celebrate my bday.My partner mentioned was my bday so when we arrived was a card..."
Cindire Do
"One of the top notch, chef hatted and award winning Italian premium restaurant in Melbourne city. Absolutely loved every single dish I ordered,..."
J88
"My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Grossi Florentino Upstairs. Pro- superb service. All staff were exceptional. Attuned..."
Foodaholic
"Warm and cosy ambience, good service and amazing food! We were on a set menu , Ink squid Risotto was great and lamb was cooked to perfection! Will be..."
Food Affair
"This is my second time at Grossi Florentino upstairs. The service was great although the food took a while to arrive. We had the lunch menu..."
Mizpiggy
"Dinner with friends at Grossi Florentino last night. You don't get to be a Melbourne dining institution without doing alot of things right. The word..."
Dave Ansett
"This restaurant is a Melbourne location that is special for so many people.Being inside this place is like being in an Italian high class dining..."
Christopher & Marian
"Having dined at the Grill a few times I finally managed to get a table at Florentino Upstairs, the fine dining experience from Guy Grossi. After..."
Aussie Meets World
"Our experience at Grossi Florentino was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we ascended the staircase we were treated like absolute..."
Schnitzel Von Krumm
"Always a delightful experience in dining, with traditional cuisine accompanied by a wide selction of aperitifs and wines, and inconspicuous but..."
Stephen Harrison
"After years of meaning to visit Florentino Upstairs, my wife and I finally took the opportunity on a day off work and we headed in for the Veloce..."
Tim Keong
"What an amazing restaurant! Came here for my 23rd birthday and was blown away with the quality of service and food. We were immediately greeted at..."
Nick Rogers
"Upstairs is the fine dining area, versus the more casual grill downstairs.  Lovely dining room, impeccable service, and lots of "extras" through..."
The Napoli Alert
"Really enjoyed our dinner last night. We had the 5 course Gran Tour, and loved it. Service impeccable, atmosphere lovely, and the food was top..."
RoxyMaxwell
"Had an amazing 5 course set menu dinner- each dish was amazing- Guy Grossi is one of Melbourne's premiere master chefs. The wine suggested to us..."
Christian Clarke
"Wow! I have never received such amazing service. I have many diary requirements which the staff catered to without a fuss. They completely modified..."
Ashleigh
"One of my absolute favourite restaurants to go to in Melbourne. The service is always impeccable, the staff make you feel very special. The food is..."
Gemma
"I would give 5 stars for venue and service, chef Guy Rossi was so sweet and kind. We even had little gift to bring home. Food was underwhelming, I..."
TT
"Absolutely beautiful meal and wonderful service. Can't believe it's taken so long to try it! Will definitely be back for more of that tortellini! ..."
Hummus
"I mean to visit this renowned two hatted restaurant since three years ago and eventually could have a lunch there last Monday. When we walked..."
Ronnielui2003
"Exceptional service and a delicious menu. We enjoyed the 5 course tasting menu that was tasty, interesting and perfectly balanced. Cannot wait to..."
Stu Harvey
"Do: the a la carte so you can pick your own. Favourites are always the steak, the duck, pasta with liver, the risotto, the chocolate soufflé and to..."
David Food Leasing
"This place was fantastic. The service was exceptional and the food was even better. The wait staff were extremely knowledgable and seem..."
Claudia L
"One of the nicest fine dining experiences we've had in Melbourne. A class atmosphere with genuine and unpretentious service. Perfect for a date night..."
RyRy
"Perfect in every way.Setting, food, wine.I have been to many high-end restaurants over the years and this was as good if not better than..."
Richard
"Old charm Italian in a stunning setting Service is as good as it gets, wine service is beautifully Italian that gets really personal, a..."
Adam Smogurzewski
"We were at Grossi Florentino Upstairs last night with one of my close friend. First things first: Service and waiters were such gentlemen so..."
Sertac Tanriverdi
"After visiting Grossi Florentino Upstairs it is hard to find anything that can compete with the standard of food and service, I will always find any..."
Monique Alexandra Maclean
"I have been to Grossi florentino at least 30 times, not counting all the times I have been to both of the downstairs restaurants. Every time I..."
Nicole P
"Went for a special occasion, divine. Every dish was perfect. We had several additional tasting dishes given to us as part of the service...all..."
Peter Farrant
"Fist five star on zomato. Went for the truffle festival. Oh my goodness. One word. Truffle. Then. Heaven. Each dishes are well doing. Will come back..."
I_M_M_ND_
"Lovely lovely place. Supernice atmosphere, outstanding service and good food. Only downside... you've got to pay for it all ;) You get 3 courses for..."
I. D.
"Ox tongue pastrami and the honey ice cream were worth the trip to this establishment alone but the ambiance, stunning artworks and beautiful..."
Innafatkid
"Guy is a master at fine dining. This is a totally awesome place for a special occasion. Place looks like a museum and food is as good as anywhere in..."
Shane Lucas
"I had dinner here about 12 months ago and came away from that night thinking this place was one of the best 3 or 4 in Victoria.Was there again just..."
Richard
"Magic at every turnThere is nothing bad I can say about the experience we had hereWe came for Dessert. Not only were our desserts..."
Stuart Widdison
"2 visits in last month. This place has faltered in recent years but the swagger is back. Polished floor staff and Guy Grossi working the floor again..."
Uroldoc
"Had a lovely night here with friends. Beautiful setting and lovely food and wine. The prices are a bit high but this is to be expected for this..."
Pari Yass
"Anniversary dinner. Wanted to impress the new girlfriend and so I chose a place that I hoped would match the occasion and it definitely didn't..."
Yahya_eid
"Amazing food and simply flawless service!! The little bag chair is such a nice touch. Can't wait to come back. Thanks to the team at Grossi :)..."
Foodtingtons
"My husband & I had a lovely long lunch today, trusting our sommelier Joe to match the wines for us. It amounted to a thoroughly enjoyable dining..."
Joy
"There is a very good reason Grossi Florentino is called an institution. Just incredible on all levels and enjoyable in every way. Yes it is..."
Sheldon Florence
"one of the best restaurant, me and my friends had a great experience..."
Annie Ng
"Fantastic service. From the lady that helped seat us to all of the waitstaff - absolutely phenomenal customer service. By far the best I've had in..."
Ian
"Love this restaurant for it's consistently fabulous food and meticulous service. It's been a while, but it didn't..."
Carolyn Valka
Ombra Salumi Bar
86/100 (1469 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Wine Bar
Pizza
Italian
Wine Bar
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Calamari
Profiteroles
Lamb
Calamares
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Parfait
Tapas
Ribs
Polenta
Meatballs
Octopus
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
Prosciutto
Salad
Arancini
Croquettes
Sit down
Italian
Wine Bar
Pizza
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Lunch
Brunch
After-hours
Dinner
Mid-range
"Went for a drink and snack after a show. Lovely wine, food, great service. Complimentary tasting plate between 4:30 & 6:30 and great music added to a..."
Mandy Thorley
"Fabulous food. Great drinks and GF bread to die for. I'd go back for the gf bread alone. The salami platter was also something I'd have again and..."
Inez Bardell
"Some friends and I had the Mamma’s Menu last night for my best friend’s Hens Dinner upstairs. The food was absolutely incredible – we loved the..."
Mel Alforque
"We stumbled across this wonderful place on our way to the comedy festival. What a gem. Incredibly warm and friendly service. We felt really looked..."
Samantha Edwards
"Awesome place, great service, beautiful food, stepped in for a 'nibble' and left three hours later - full and satisfied. Will definitely visit..."
Elyssia Connolly
"The service was just so wonderful last night and the food delicious. We had a big group and the staff were so accommodating. Thanks so..."
Millie Hodgson
"Chiara, Paolo and Gianmaria could not have been more welcoming or attentive; it adds so much to any restaurant experience when the staff are so..."
Harry Dickinson
"Had the best time it was such an experience I learnt a lot from Miss Maggie Beer and met a lot of wonderful people..."
Teina Gallagher
"Awesome food and service. I can't pronounce or spell the stuff I ate but it was all extremely..."
Steven R K Beddoes
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND - gnocchi and prosciutto pizzaGnocchi was extremely silky-smooth and delicate, and also bursting with flavours! 💯..."
Full Time Foodie
"Had a lovely time dining here. Perfect atmosphere for a date or dinner with friends, not too quite but not at all noisy. Service was attentive...."
Therese Le
"Amazing food and lovely ambience. Guy Grossi is always friendly and appreciative when you choose to dine at Ombra. My favourite pizza and..."
Mary Apostolopoulos
"This.Places.Bangs. Highly recommend you start with a mix of Salumi & cheese (off menu).And share as many Cicchetti as your..."
Ross Howse
"We loved 😍All dishes here were amazing! The duck liver parfait was delicious and was a very generous serving size. The waitress was lovely..."
Withaknifeandfork
"Cool and cozy Italian restaurant! I had a very relaxing 😌 time here, the sharing plates were interesting and delicious! Recommend the Cauliflower..."
Daniel Wirjoprawiro
"Cosy little Italian eatery and bar.  Décor gives the feeling of authenticity.  We shared a Salumi selection platter with warm bread.  Separately..."
Hans Moleman
"All the meals that we’ve ordered were so tasty. The service was great as well. The guy who were serving us was very attentive and gave us some..."
Priscillia
"While I do love this place, the food was yummy. Pizza in my opinion needed more toppings, but still yum! The service was a let down compared to..."
Agreekable
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: I love the ambience of this place - both upstairs and downstairs. The staff are lovely and attentive...."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Ombra Salumi Bar is based on the ideals of preservation and enjoyment. Inspired by the ‘Salumerie’ of Italy Ombra will focus on delivering..."
Robin
"Got the carrots, pumpkin pizza and margherita pizza. Service was abit slow however the food made up for it. Great flavours in all dishes! Pizza dough..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Quite happy with the food and service here. Started of with charcuterie boards, which had a good selection or meats bad cheeses. Only negative was..."
Christina Mathiasz
"A great place for a date night or a nice cost dinner. Amazing service and friendly staff that help you with ordering. The lighting and the decor is..."
Tabi Ei
"Visited Ombra on a weekday night. Easy to get a table. All meat is free range! Yay! And they seemed surprised we even asked. We shared a salumi..."
I. D.
"I joked that the reason that this place is called ‘Ombra’ (‘shadow’ in Italian) is because they can’t afford lights. In the end we did like..."
Mic.tom
"What an incredible Italian place. Such a happy and intimate atmosphere. Delicious food and friendly service. The salted caramel profiteroles were..."
Amy Read
"Great little Italian wine bar/restaurant. Concise food menu but enough to keep you interested and a more extensive wine menu. Great intimate..."
Whats On The Grill?
"Service was hit and miss, but who cares when the food and wine were outstanding! Italian food as it should be, just like Nonna's. And the wine list,..."
Brkfastlover
"If you like your Italian restaurants noisy, crowded and slightly eccentric on the service front this is the place for you.We had the salami..."
Austin
"My mother and I came here for their Mother's Day sharing menu on Mother's Day. For $75 dollars a head, I was really impressed as we got plenty of..."
Jayde
"had never heard of this place, but was very pleasantly surprised, nice Italian sandwiches/wraps (lunch only I think), also nice selection of sliced..."
Edgar Darmawan
"Second time here, first time 6 months ago. Quality remains the same. Pizza was really good, light, firm dough, not oily and good flavour on toppings...."
HobbityElf
"Can be hard to find a good place to eat in the CBD. They can often be hit or miss, and service questionable. We have a few favourites, so when we try..."
An
"Loved Ombra Salumi Bar. Cute little venue with a great vibe and delicious menu. Between 2 we shared the olive ascolane, the gin cured kingfish with..."
Kate Dougherty
"Cheap, humble, Italian food, in the heart of Melbourne CBD - near the theatre. What more could you ask for? This tight little Salumi Bar replicates..."
MELB JOURNAL
"Delicious, authentic, homely Italian food. A great place to go for dinner with friends! Everything was well seasoned, well balanced and perfect for..."
Queen Of Food
"This was the second time I had visited Ombra. The setting of the resturant itself is amazing and rustic.We ordered drinks that took 20 minutes..."
Kathleen Madafferi Di Rago
"Really liked this place. It is tiny but really lively. Service was super casual and friendly. Food is very well executed and tasty. With modern and..."
Melbourne Epicure
"Lovely ambience, attentive staff, great authentic food. Had a selection of the cheese, and salumi boards and several antipasto on the side to share,..."
Natasha
"Delicious food, amazing flavours. Recommend the meatballs, delicious marinara sauce. Nice atmosphere, with great music. Very helpful staff , pretty..."
Aleks Trajkovska
"I've been eagerly waiting for Ombra to return from their Christmas-New years break and counting the days. A lot of other restaurants are also closed..."
Eatabelle
"Came here for dinner last night after a recommendation from a friend. Pros were the pizza & the salumiCons were the somewhat pushy service..."
Rebecca R
"What more can I say other than 'mama mia?' We started off with some Aperol Spritz's which were made perfectly. We got the 'Mamas Menu' which..."
Il Ghiottone
"We wanted something quick and light so we shared a Pizza and Arancino. The wine recommendation was spot on, service friendly and genuine Italian and..."
Food And People
"Grossi just nails it again and again.This is a regular lunch time haunt for me but this time I came for dinner. Great service, amazing food and..."
Deep Dhanoa
"Friendly staff, quite a loud environment.We had the bruschetta that was really tasty but expensive for only one pieceMargarita pizza was..."
Maddie Chatley
"Now this is pizza on another level!! Bresaola, artichoke, fior di latte and rocket on a lovely thin crispy base, not your conventional pizza but..."
Whenfoodiesmeet
"Love the wines, the food and the service. We are starting to become Friday regulars at Ombra it's that good! Thanks for a great wine bar guys :)..."
Tardar Sauce
"Yum yum yum! Excellent service, with good recommendations.Wine went really well with the dishesMust try: The meatballs! 👍 and the..."
Grace Tan
"I really like this place. A great feel in a nice part of town. If you're lucky (which you probably will be) you'll get service with an accent as..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Well! Hello baby! An arm of the Grossi team this small Salumi Bar is some seriously good eats.Theo and the team looked after us a treat,..."
DRuz
"I'm gonna be really honest and direct: The place offers great atmosphere, staff is amazingly friendly, nice and helpful but the food was a little..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"A wonderful dining experience. My friends and I shared the 'mama' menu and we were in food comas by the end. Food was delicious and served quickly...."
Natasha Rigoni
"The food was delicious and the mama feed me was a generous amount of food. Service was good but we often were trying to get their attention to order..."
Bib
"Gorgeous food, gorgeous wine, and gorgeous servers. I asked for a wine recommendation with my pizza marinara, and was recommended a glass of a very..."
Emma Tutko
"Nice little place. Pizza base was a bit soggy. Expensive for small amount of cheese compared to their cheese and wine..."
Plummy Loves Yummy
"Great place to share a pizza and some meat balls. Very Italian with a great vibe. Would recommend for a intimate dinner experience or late afternoon..."
Addam Cao
"Cocktail was so-so but Mamma's Menu was yum! Nothing over the top just simple things done well. Set menu changes but ours consisted of charcuterie,..."
Milla Vanilla
"Came here with a group and were seated upstairs. Really friendly and helpful Italian waitress looked after us. We had the $45 menu and there was a..."
Gee
"Came for a weekday lunch.  Luckily it hadn't filled up yet when we arrived but it soon did.  We had the octopus and prosciutto pizza.  The octopus..."
Blueberrypie
"Pizza and drinks with the girls....the classier kind!Late post as it's been a while since I've last been back but on the occassions we have..."
Mummy+Me Eats
"Details: The potato and olive oil pizza was incredible. I thought the base was so fluffy with fantastic texture. Also the croquettes were to die..."
T
"A place where the pizzas are more Italian than Australian (or Hawaiian...). There are no Capriciosas, Supremes or thick crusts overloaded with..."
J0yy173
"Thank you to Jack and his crew for a lovely early dinner - warm, relaxed yet professional service, excellent food and a lovely ambience. Delicious..."
Joy
"Music, music, music, turn it down! Friday late afternoon came in for some wine, sharing food and catch up with friends. The music downstairs killed..."
Ren
"Love love loved everything that came out of the kitchen! Banquet was great value and staff were friendly even though it was a manic Saturday night...."
Minh Nguyen
"Had the banquet menu ($45 for 5 courses). So much food, so delicious, so satisfied (so full)! Pizzas here are amazing, the crust is thin but somehow..."
Fatcat
"I love coming here. My favourites are the lunch time pockets, the eggplant frites, the pizzas and the profiteroles....... The staff are the..."
MandyToorak
"Great italian food, we ordered the eggplant frites, lamb racks and 2 pizzas. Reasonably priced food for the quality, service was good and love their..."
Mi55Bee
"I really enjoyed eating here, having a nice balance between a casual yet classy dining experience. It had a very relaxed and laid back feel about it...."
Deana Cannatelli
"Went on Thursday with a big group of people and we did the $45pp set menu - we had a fantastic time and the amount of food you got was amazing it was..."
Wiggy285
"So impressed - the Mamma's set to share is such good value for really nice food. We opened with a platter of Italian cured meats and sourdough,..."
Meeateor
"Shared the Mammas share plate for a substantial lunch. Sensational. Food and service great. Guy Grossi approached our table and welcomed us and son..."
Hard Candy
"I went to Ombra for the first time on Saturday. The venue itself is really nice and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We got the Mama's menu..."
Mathew Haines
"Great selection of wines and Italian style tapas. Pizzas are good value and toppings are well balanced. Good service too. Prices generally..."
Valina Whites
"I really enjoy Ombra's casual yet classy premise, making it an enjoyable place to catch up over some good quality Italian dishes and wine. I love..."
Kell
"Just loved it. Again. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable. Food was great. The salumi was varied and delicious. We have been coming here for a few..."
Tigerland
"Such a great experience. Popped by on a Friday with no booking- we offered to sit outside and within seconds heaters etc had been turned on. The..."
Esther Maree
"I've been here a couple of times for lunch. $10 meatball pezzos - absolute bargain! Delicious meatballs in tomato sauce and cheese yum! I've..."
Ben Johnson
"A lovely evening out for my wife's birthday - attentive staff  with a eye for detail, delicious traditional food (Nonna's Menu) and relaxing..."
Jchristophers
"Great wine selection & their pate , antipasto platter goes very well. Staff attentive. Price not that expensive considering the fact that they have..."
MelbfoodCritic
"nice location and i like to be seated second floor where you can look out a busy city centre. I ordered terrine, meatballs, marinara pizza and some..."
Zhitian Zhang
"Fantastic date night here at the Ombra Salumi bar. We actually tried to get into grossi without a booking, but the staff were kind enough to walk us..."
Jinn Kan
"Excellent top notch Salumi Bar by the renowned chef hatted Grossi family. Located next to my fav Italian restaurant Grossi Florentino, Ombra offers..."
J88
"Attentive and predominantly friendly sevice. Good selection of Salami, salumi, cheese and wine although a little bit stingy with quantities. Felt..."
Bubba Gump
"Amazing. Eat here, such great food and service!The croquette was the best I've ever eaten the burrata was so tasty and the wine was exceptional...."
Sarah Nayton
"We popped into Ombra for a glass of wine and coffee and really enjoyed both the character and atmosphere of the place. The Italian (I am assuming!)..."
Foodinfocusz
"I've visited Ombra a few times now and find it to be a perfect balance of quality and value - especially if you visit during aperitivo..."
EHL
"This place is absolute delightful establishment. I have been here on multiple occasions and it never disappoints. The wine selection is great and..."
Khpn
"Great little find. We ordered the proscuitto pizza - very tasty with a nice crispy base. We liked the meatballs too. Service was attentive and didn't..."
MN-A
"Great Italian Flavours. Enjoyed a work lunch with ten of us at Ombra. We had the long table upstairs, which was a little sqeezed-in for comfort, but..."
Dave Ansett
"•A great place to grab a quick feed or a drink. Plenty of choices on the drinks menu and great vibes •We just got a quick drink and a small..."
Getinmybelly
"All the food was delicious! The pizza especially was a stand out, the bases were thin, crispy and tasty. Service was also very attentive upstairs and..."
Kim
"Lovely staff and restaurant. We booked for a dinner at 7pm and the table was all ready for us. The interior is dimly lit so the vibes were very nice...."
Judy L
"Great little restaurant two sections down stairs and upstairs a little more formal upstairs tasty food slightly focused on sharing plates, you can..."
Frank M
"A beautiful restaurant with fantastic food and excellent service that doesn’t disappoint. Third time visiting Ombra and I’ve made it a priority..."
J
"Really fantastic early dinner. Service was exceptional and everything was delicious. We will be back for..."
Caitlin Green
"One of the best Italian joints in Melbourne! The Prosciutto pizza is to die for. And the ribs - oh my goodness. Capped off with a couple of world..."
Adrienne Kher
"On the dessert alone ... If you like your #tiramisu and #profiteroles ... Coffee is not bad even with weekend surcharge ... Guy Grossi desserts are..."
Jeffrie Trika
"We went on a Sunday afternoon with a small group of five. Had the degustation which was generous and tasty. Service was friendly, cocktails and wine..."
Aaron Paul
Shakahari Too
85/100 (1523 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
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Dinner
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Polenta
Lasagne
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Salad
Curry
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Dinner
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Mid-range
"I had visitors from New Zealand and Sydney and my guests requested to have vegetarian and one of them is Vegan. I did a search online and found..."
AngeLuvFood8
"Wholesome and delicious vegan food in a spacious and beautiful venue. Everything is made fresh-to-order, yet the service is quick and professional...."
Dana Sole
"Wow! The flavours are spectacular. LOVED the satay. By far the best. I can't stop thinking about it. Also make sure you get the Tofu Caramel for..."
Facebook User
"As a carnivore and newcomer to vegetarian cuisine, this place has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants. I can't believe that I've become a..."
Harryk
"Such a lovely place with delicious food and friendly staff!! The only thing is that it’s a bit pricey, but we will definitely be coming back to try..."
Mins
"Went there for my friends anniversary and the other couple happened to be vegetarian. Hence this place was chosen. I can definitely say that one of..."
Adi
"Although I have been a vegan for 4 years, I was quite concerned about the obscureness of this menu. However, Shakahari Too did not..."
Hungrylittleshrew
"Love their vegan lasagna! It is a dish I get every time I go. It is my ‘go to’ dish.Their laksa is amazing too.A great place..."
Jennyabouttown
"By no means am I a vegan or vegetarian, but this restaurant did not make me miss meat! Food was super tasty and rich, but not too rich, so we..."
Xtina
"I haven't been to Shakahari yet, but it should be great if Shakahari Too is anything to go by. It's a really cute, quaint little spot with incredibly..."
Quince And Cheese
"Definitely one of my favourite (vegetarian) restaurants. Had avocado magic/croquettes chinamoon and saffron polenta/satay shakahari - every element..."
Angel Khong
"Simply brilliant. Has the best tempeh I've had outside of Indonesia. The papaya salad makes an amazing starter with perfect balance of sweet, sour..."
Hungry Ronin
"We get to this restaurant by luck. A very good vegetarian restaurant which serves Asian fusion cuisine. We had choose from their luch menu which has..."
Abhinav Khandelwal
"The green laksa was a delicious bowl full of delightful surprises. The matcha tofu unfortunately tasted quite bland. The staff here make you feel..."
An Antelope
"The food is nicer and different from other places, they have their own style and I really appreciate that! It was a full experience for non vegans..."
Merry Rourou
"Great service, generous meal servings, healthy and delicious! A menu with a variety of options but not overwhelming. We ordered the laksa, the..."
Tay Tee
"Had a business lunch here this week. So tasty, fresh and impressive. Attentive but unassuming serviceOutstanding!!  In particular..."
Sachin B Patel
"Lovely little Asian Fusion restaurant on Clarendon st. Place was practically empty when we came, so I can't tell you what it's like when busy but the..."
Veggin' Around
"Food was good, most of it was a bit spicy so be aware. Avocado entree is definitely a go-to dish. Overall good experience and no issues whatsoever..."
Sib
"I have been here twice, once with friends and once with family. On both occasions the party was full of omnivores, however everyone found something..."
Adele W
"One of the best vegetarian restaurant in town!!! Their Avo fritters are to die for!!Must go place. Loved the capsicum sauce too. Would definitely go..."
Rbms
"What a beautiful meal. I can't really explain how nice it was! You must try this place if you are vegan or vegetarian. The avocado entree was..."
Eat To Live
"After some fantastic eating at Shakahari, I was extra keen to check out their newest location in Clarendon Street of South Melbourne. Shakahari..."
Donutsam
"Been here a couple of times and overall had a really pleasant experience. The food is healthy, vegan friendly and tasty, and there are lots of..."
RubenTheGoodGuy
"Fantastic food!! For a purely vegan menu, Shakahari Too does extremely well! Ordered the red vs white with quinoa, chickpeas and veggie stew. Really..."
Loz Arthur
"Amazing food! Everything is so delicious...and pretty too! My friend and I shared the satay skewers, croquettes, caramel tofu and vegan cheesecake...."
Kim
"Had the Flat bread Around and the Mushroom Walnut Agnolotti and a Lassi. Very nice, great mix of flavours. Very nice food with warm, friendly..."
Bothead
"Serving a deliciously innovative vegetarian menu designed to be balanced, nutritious & appealing to even the most stubborn of meat eaters. Full..."
Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)
"The food. Oh God the food! In our second bite of the Shakahari Too experience my vegetarian and I took to the tables with anticipation, as our..."
Oni San
"Nice tasty food, no mock meat (thank God). The place has a suburban, local feel. Depending on your individual financial circumstances, not really a..."
Meeateor
"Service and atmosphere: Nice! Been here at a quite Sunday night. Staffs are quite attentive!Food: Entree- matcha matcha tofu, I have to say..."
Yolanda Wong
"Best vegetarian food I have ever tasted. I constantly find myself craving their croquettes! Excellent service with very welcoming staff. Great..."
Simon
"True it's probably some of the best vegetarian food around (without trying to pull off "fake meat" and all that). It's also nice that each dish is..."
Julycheee
"Best Vegetarian restaurant in Melbourne.This restaurant is the sister to Shakahari in Carlton. It's not open as frequently but it's less..."
Julian
"If vegetarian tasted this good more often, I would become one! We started with the Avocado Magic entree and it was such a surprising blend of..."
J0yy173
"The restaurant we chose was Shakahari Too. I was actually pretty keen to try this place, given that I had only ever been to the original Shakahari in..."
Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni
"The Carlton branch of Shakahari is a bit of a stalwart of vegetarian restaurants in Melbourne, so I was keen to try this new branch. The menu is..."
Moni | Thoughts Of A Moni
"Amazing variety of flavours. Don't miss meat at all when cooking is this good. Avocado magic is a must. Dumplings were delicious too. Staff are very..."
Pickycat
"This restaurant offers a small range of yummy vegan options. Whilst some dishes are a standout, others were a bit of a miss. They do have great..."
Believeinyourself
"Amazing vegetarian food, in fact clearly the best vegetarian restaurant I have been to in Melbourne. The food is great in taste and quality however..."
Mommyinmelbourne
"Awesome Food!. This place is just as good as their twin in..."
Amulya Merit
"One word : delicious! !!. Unlike any other vegetarian cuisine I have ever tried. The flavours and combinations made for a delightful evening...."
SS
" In my experience, there appears to be two types of vegetarian food – the faux ‘meats’ (or meat imitations), or genuinely tasty vegetables that..."
Sheepish
"Very wow healthy good for you food. I really enjoyed myself here. The staff were nice, the food was pretty good. The pricing very reasonable.The..."
Madam Boots
"Fabulous food!. This place has absolutely delicious food! We were visiting Melbourne from interstate and decided to give this place a go after seeing..."
Perthvegetarian
"Thumbs up. Had dinner last night with my partner who's a vegetarian. Being a carnivor, it would be hard to please me without meat. however this place..."
Mr. Brunch
"Best Restaurant in Melbourne!. Best cuisine and service in Melbourne. I can't say enough good things about this Restaurant.The food is to die..."
Jcdc
"Great vegetarian food. Been here a few times and can't fault it!Food is excellent! Service great! Value brilliant! Note that..."
Monkey Man
"Awesome meals! Huge and filling :)Delicious. Place could be a little warmer, patrons all kept their jackets on, but it's a small..."
Lungs
"Enjoyed by a non-vegan. Fantastic service and even better food. Would recommend the Avocado Magic & Satay..."
Laura
"Absolutely delicious meal. Fresh flavours and very creative meals. Wonderful to eat without onions and garlic for those of us who can't digest them...."
Netty
"Great place. I had a dinner with my husband yesterday evening. Food was great. Specially sauces, spices combinations. When I go to a restaurant, if I..."
Solmaz Tufan Miller
"Amazing choice!. Having had dinner here we are so impressed with the food, so amazing to have so much vegan and veg choice with tasty fresh food and..."
Siobhanmbailey
"Yum. Not usually into hipster, vegan, raw etc... But this place makes it easy to stomach. In fact the only hipsters were the staff. Food was..."
Elm92
"Excellent vegetarian. Had the avocado magic and tofu for entrees, and then the quinoa croquettes and laksa for mains. The avocado and quinoa..."
Shitake
"I'm not a vegan by any means, but I think this place is good. Had the chestnut dumplings and the pasta dish, which were so so tasty. I can't specify..."
J
"I love Shakahari, the food is always delicious. Every dish I've had is loaded with fresh, distinct flavours and I've tried nearly all of..."
Renee Mead
"AMAZING!. Such great food!! Went for lunch yesterday, was my third visit there and have never been disappointed, the food is mouth watering..."
VeggieGirl
"Awesome vego! Get the laksa it will rock your..."
Nathan
"Worth going vego for. Until recently, I thought vegetarian food was good food with something missing. If you still think like that and need..."
Mouthful
"You don't miss the meat!. It was a risk taking five non vegetarians to a vegetarian restuarant but with fond memories of the Carlton restaurant from..."
PoleDancer
"Excellent interesting vego. These people already own another Shakahari plus one of my favourites Isthmus of Kra..the food and service at the new..."
Geeps
"Flawless. Amazing food and cheerful service. Highly recommended!..."
Mrs Robinson
"Sue. Have been to the new Shakahari 4 times now and the food is excellent.Service was very good and the meal was well priced.WIll..."
Sue
"If you think healthy, organic, fresh ingredients with a genius chef putting together eclectic tastes then you might be able to imagine the wonders of..."
Bob Weis
"If u wanna spent ur time and relax with ur families or frens or with some one special for out door dinner or lunch....i must say shakahari is de..."
Karma
"Really enjoyed, satay exceeded expectations! Biriani was OK. Would be a great place for take away, but prices are a bit..."
Bob Yuletime
"SHAKAHARI TOO!. Shakahari has built a big reputation for offering a purely vegetarian menu that everyone will enjoy. Not just vegetarians, but all..."
Caleb Caliban
"All of the materials are good quality and I was told most of them are organic too. Moreover all of the staffs are very friendly and handy in doing..."
Neysavaleria.lcbmeta
"Not always a popular suggestion to hit a vegetarian restaurant but if you ever had any doubts Shakahari Too should help clear them! This is such a..."
FoodieAboutTown
"Delicious food, beautiful murals and the service was flawless. Fantastic range of vegan and gluten free options. We're neither vegan or GF, but still..."
Liza Wei
"Dear Shakahari Too, Today wasn’t the best day. It was the greatest day. My mouth was wet with the watering from thy food. I did not die of my nut..."
Harrison Storm
"This was our first stop on our trip to Melbourne and it did not disappoint! We had the udon, which was delicious. As vegetarians, it is so nice to be..."
Alison J.
"Had such an amazing night at Shakahari Too! The service was PHENOMENAL! As soon as we walked through the door, we were greeted with such kindness and..."
Holly C
"AMAZING food!! All vegan, delicious, nutritious, incredible service, so so happy. We went as a group of 5 and shared everything, they catered to a..."
Enna Blake
"Oh my golly jeepers! My friends and I literally had THE greatest evening. We shared almost every dish on the menu, and loved them all! Delicious..."
Emily Coatman
"I must admit the satay it’s super tasty! The place is really cute and intimate. I would definitely come back to try more dishes on their menu...."
Priscillia
"Absolutely amazing food and great service. I've been here a couple of times and every dish was on point. This restaurant is fantastic, even for..."
Loc Tran
The Olive Tree
85/100 (1092 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
International
International
European
Vegetarian Friendly
European
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
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Drinks
Calamari
Calamares
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Lasagne
Crepes
Lamb
Beef
Pesto
Pasta
Duck
Oyster
Sit down
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Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"We were there for a Christmas party and the place was full. That didn't hinder the service at all, the staff were all really nice, professional and..."
Jayne Dunell
"Omg this is the most fantastic restaurant. Beautiful food, friendly attentive staff, good wine and casual welcoming environment. Will definitely..."
Brenda Doran
"Great atmosphere, friendly service, delicious 😋 food and even better you get a huge plate of food and at average prices which is why we love it so..."
Nicole Kimber
"The Olive Tree Restaurant. is still the Best. great service very polite staff, good prices & the best, food. a pleasure to eat there.Joe..."
Joe Puglia
"We have been going to the Olive Tree for many many years and it never ceases to amaze us with the quality and quantity of the food, not to mention..."
Michael Houston
"happernimg and exciting place Waiter was fantastic! Warm, Knolagable and funny. Food was exceptional I had the Sydney Bay Oysters combined..."
Brydie Sheppard - Weller
"We called in for a late supper, the staff were very welcoming & the food was terrific...whole fresh flounder grilled to perfection & amazing bug..."
Heather Montague
"Have organised dinners there every 3 months for 19 years. Great atmosphere. Scrumptious food, great service & staff always welcoming &..."
Bern O'Gorman
"I went with a community organisation for a booked dinner. The food was both superb and plentiful, the staff found nothing too much trouble. Prices..."
Heather Patricia Stone
"Have been to this venue a few times over the years and im always walking away satisfied great food and atmosphere is always..."
Franca Berardi
"Been going to this institution for 20 years, never had a bad meal nor bad..."
Peter Cations
"Amazing food and impeccable service! Will be..."
Tamara Dwyer
"The food, service and temperature were all amazing! Looking forward to heading back there again. The drinks were also delicious and i loved that..."
Catherine Hammat
"Great steak and great service at the olive..."
Anthony Ellis
"I live across from the Olive Tree . Been there many times and never been disappointed. It’s a hidden gem in South Melbourne. Food is always great..."
Tabi Ei
"This place has been in South Melbourne for a long time. Only came in for Friday lunch and I was impressed. I loved the home cooked lasagna as I could..."
Erin Zhang
"An absolute institution in South Melbourne! Visited here a couple of months ago after wanting to come to years. The staff were so friendly and..."
Oj_always_eating
"First time visiting here with friends who visit often. Love the look and feel of the place. Service was great when we arrived. Surprised there were..."
Romina Battaglini
"There are not many places like this still open in Melbourne. The old style decor is really cosy, food is divine (amazing rack of lamb) and service..."
Jayde
"Initial approach the facade is looking a little worn/tired. Inside the decor and furniture is ageing and it is a little dark towards the back. The..."
Shane Sollars
"Can only comment on the pasta because for some reason I went in thinking it was an Italian restaurant, I think the name threw me off. Anyway, it..."
Chris
"Well hidden between the towering south bank buildings and a true gem is The Olive Tree. Oysters have never disappointed me there. The decor is..."
Sumeet Subba
"We had an extremely pleasant meal at the Olive Tree last night - so nice I felt compelled to write a review. This restaurant provides attentive..."
Lucy Lion
"A first visit accompanying friends who eat there regularly. Outstanding meal. We shared oysters and Moreton Bay bugs for entree. I am very..."
Geoff
"Recently went here after a few years. Food was great as usual. Had fried calamari for entree and chicken, avocado and prawns. Both very..."
Sf32393
"We ran into this place cause it was closer to the hotel we were at but bless my stars for this find. Amazing service, straight forward food that..."
Akshay Mandava
"The Olive Tree is an oldie but a goodie. Don't expect anything flash as the decor is daggy but it's endearing all the same.  More importantly, the..."
SLH
"Meals reasonably priced and delicious. We had meals including pasta, steak , roast duck (superbly done) and a veal parmigana - all really good...."
Daisy Werac
"Very very cozy and great food. You can just relax there with your bottle of wine for a good few hours and the staff are very friendly, definitely..."
Lanaa
"Directly opposite my office, this place is deceptively good.  The serving portions are huge, and whilst they haven't invested in the exterior of..."
Josh Strawczynski
"It’s a European style bistro, with warm wood panelling inside. Very welcoming and made me feel like I was in France on a cold winter’s day. The..."
TriedNBested
"Liked it but better food elsewhere. Ok so the food was ok, as was the service but there are much better places to eat elsewhere. We've eaten here..."
Louisetkeogh
"Hosted a group of four and enjoyed a sumptuous dinner. Be prepared for the generous servings. Table service was good - no hovering but available..."
John Blackburn
"Awesome food, great value for money, one of the great steak houses of Melbourne. Been going for over 20 years with a regular wine group. Food is..."
Bill Barnes
"Thumbs up. Seamless experience from start to finish! I really had a great time. Easy to book online, good efficient service and tasty food with great..."
Jm93
"Very nice, warm, quirky restaurant.. Were invited to this restaurant on Saturday evening with family and friends as a recommendation. Tucked away,..."
Neil The Foodie
"Fabulous Simple Italian Food - We will be back. There were 11 of us for a Birthday party. I ordered the Venison and could not believe the plate -..."
Rita
"Wow - what a nice surprise. Perfectly cooked steak and friendly fast service. Good old fashioned menu and great value. I'm coming..."
Sharyn Honey
"I thought it was good. The steak I had was delicious and the house wine delic at 7 a glass. Everyone at the table liked their meals, risotto etc. the..."
Cat
"Lamb rack was overcooked but was still tender and honey mustard sauce made it really delicious. The duck was overcooked and wasn't that great. The..."
Brando The Pig
"Best atmosphere.... And the steaks amazing too... Always loved this..."
Mike O'Brien
"Amazing food, great service. One of the best risottos I've ever had, the duck was cooked beautifully & added great depth of flavour to the dish. My..."
TriedNBested
"My husband and I went to The Olive Tree last night for the first time and we really didn't know what to expect. We ended up having a lovely evening..."
Sofie Papasifakis
"Back after a few years. First time back to The Olive Tree after a few years away overseas.STILL AMAZING.We came on Saturday night and..."
Unicorn Thunder
"Old Gem Rediscovered. OMG ! The rediscovery of the century - I remember going there with my folks when I was little some 20 years ago.Yes the..."
Tanya
"4 kids 4 adults, amazing service and great value. Very..."
Loren Brooks
"Loved it great good great service made for a very enjoyable birthday am sure I will return many..."
Jussy Mc
"Nice place. The food was very good, especially baby goat; vine selection was also fine; the service is friendly and bit too..."
Al
"My partner and I have been to the olive tree several times together. We always get the same thing, a dozen oysters Kilpatrick and eye fillet with..."
Courtney
"One of the best. Without doubt one of the best restaurants in Melbourne. Have been there many times, standard in service & food always excellent. Try..."
Custer
"Wow!!!. This hidden treasure in South Melbourne is just phenomenal. Loved my scotch fillet with veg and mushroom sauce!!!!!!! I have never had such a..."
Peaceloveandfoodiness
"Disappointing. Orders mucked up on multiple occasions. Wait too long. Steaks cooked inappropriately. Meals came at different times. Service..."
Alysia
"Iv been to this restaurant many times over the last 3 years-and that's because it ticks all the boxes for me. It's affordable,friendly staff,honest..."
Luke
"Great hearty meals, good prices, friendly..."
Lazlo
Pellegrini's Espresso Bar
85/100 (3520 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Cafe
Diner
Diner
Cafe
Italian
Southern-Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Neapolitan
Campania
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Campania
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Pesto
Tiramisu
Cheesecakes
Bolognese
Lasagne
Carbonara
Cannelloni
Ice Cream
Gelato
Minestrone
Pasta
Salad
Risotto
Cheesecake
Cakes
Sit down
Café
Campânia
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Italian
Diner
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Brunch
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"if your in melbourne CBD - a must!!..."
Show Me The Yummy
"Haven't been here for a couple of years. Always like to sit at the table in the Kitchen and watch a Nonna cook the food, but you have to get there..."
Hans Moleman
"Finally came here for the first time when all the other shops around had stopped serving coffee. The coffee is, admittedly, not great (although they..."
Quince And Cheese
"Loving this coffee shop since my first time visit to Melbourne 7 years ago. Its a must place to stop by. Have a sip here when you come down to..."
Naijee
"Looking for Melbourne's BEST Lasagna??? Well look no further!  Just like Nonna's, if not even better!  Forget about fancy schmancy presented..."
The Hungry Greek Girl
"Amazing pasta, super authentic and friendly atmosphere. Was a bit hard to read the menu on the wall, but I assume that everything is just as..."
Kate Bennett
"You don't go to Pellegrini's because the pasta's the best - it's probably not. You don't go here because the food/coffee is the cheapest - it's..."
Carlos Humphrey
"Absolute must if you are in and around Melbourne CBD, a great coffee place that did not change over the past 30 years, not a sight of a hipster..."
Rabani
"i came here because Hanson ate here when they were in melbourne, and Zach was right, its so good, just like your grandma would make (if your grandma..."
Thuaners
"Thank you Pellegrinis for so many good times.Your culture , food, coffee, everything is so good, and so much part of melbourne.What a..."
B Man
"The Lasagne that I had for lunch today at Peligrini"s was absolutely delicious I did wait close to an hour and a half for my food to come out which..."
Jim Baggio
"Had the most delicious vegan pesto tomato penne here! With fresh bread, and refreshing granita, it was the perfect dinner!! Such a..."
Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)
"You would come here for comfort old school pasta in particular their spaghetti bolognese or lasagna. Place has old charm and well worth a visit...."
Caroline
"I’ve been living in Melbourne for nearly ten years and I FINALLY managed to visit Pellegrini’s. Now I’m kicking myself for for waiting this..."
Jessicaaaa
"Every time I am in Melbourne there is always at least one stop at Pelligrini’s. Even if it’s just for coffee and crostata. I get transported back..."
Marianna Tuccia
"A great institution of Melbourne and homage to the late Sisto Malaspina. Pellegrini's have served almost everyone from all walks of life who has..."
Nelson
"Hasn’t changed in the forty years I’ve been coming here. Coffee is great. Atmosphere is amazing. I’m sure some of the decor is original...."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Amazing amazing amazing! I have been coming to Pelligrini’s ever since I was little - coming from Sydney it is one of the first places on my ’to..."
Dakota O
"Date Visited: since 2013 - Newest: 30/09/20 18 I would like to say personally sorry for the loss of Sisto. A great..."
Rick Dalco
"Very busy and vintage style restaurant.I was attracted by the wonderful smell of pasta when I walked past and decided to try out this..."
Melody.mt.tang
"Great staff great atmosphere and great food.. but it’s italian so it was bound to be. the Minestrone is fantastic as is the polpette e lasagna...."
Alessandro Calabro
"This is exactly how I run my kitchen, no muss, no fuss eat your food! Nonnas in the kitchen churning out beautiful Italian comfort food. So good on a..."
Hungry Little Dinosaur
"A Melbourne Icon!I love coming here so much because of all the friendly owners and staff. The most welcoming place in Melbourne.I always..."
Moetfan
"Could I eat here every day? Highly reccomend Pellegrini’s if you are after traditional Italian cooking at its best. Pictured is the lasagne and..."
Beccy's Adventures
"If you're in Melbourne or visiting Melbourne you need to go to Pellegrini's Espresso Bar. The interior looks a bit like an american diner with stools..."
Whenfoodiesmeet
"I mean if you haven't been here, you haven't really eaten in Melbourne yet. The food is amazing comfort food. It's exactly what your faux Italian..."
Descartesmuse
"We were on the hunt for some pasta and it lead us to Pellegrini's. I've heard a lot of mixed reviews of this institution and I can see why. The menu..."
Mustard
"Best pasta in Melbourne.Filled to the brim with personality and stories. Wonderfully kind servers, who welcome everyone like friends and family...."
Jordana Macpherson
"What makes this place unique is the authenticity surrounding it! The menu is fixed, not much variations, but if you are looking for some good Italian..."
Rishabh Shukla
"one of my favorite places in all of melbourne fresh pasta at a click of a button and awesome set up that like fine wine looks better with age..."
Joefess Dimento
"This place is a Melbourne icon, there is a lot of history here. I personally don’t think the pasta is the best you can find, but the atmosphere is..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Never ever change i wanna be mopping up spag bol when I'm 90 years old...."
Margarita Pracatan
"Spaghetti bolognese at pellegrinis for Australia Day. You can't get more Aussie than that. As usual, good homely Italian service, the same menu since..."
Steffo
"Haven't been here for ages. They still make a consistently good spaghetti bolognese, served with a fresh thick piece of bread and butter. Service was..."
Hungry Tum
"Classic Italian espresso bar with brilliant food and typical Italian service. The lasagne was brilliant and cheesy with the right amount of beef and..."
Atto
"Love this place, the look and feel is old but feels so comforting when you’re inside. Service is great, the lovely older Italian men are really..."
Max
"Friendly atmosphere with casual bar seating. Staff are friendly and can have a good conversation. Food was quick to come out. The Lasagne here was..."
Ryan French
"A unique dinning experience, the food is good but not exceptional especially compared to the price. It’s definitely an institution in its own right..."
Abhishek Mehra
"Awesome little Italian coffee shop at the top end of the city. Flat white and cheese cake for Sunday afternoon Tran was great. Have been there..."
Phillip Wilkie
"Pellegrinis is the definition of authentic Italian food. Served straight out of mamas kitchen, the pasta is Aldente and delicious! We highly..."
@twogoodtoresist
"This restaurant has not changed since ever, everything there looks old & original. The food is really simple in a good way & I love the pink..."
Alice
"I've been going to Pellegrini's since I was a child with my parents and I have always loved it. It's always consistently good and never lets you..."
MeowCat
"Came here for lunch and tried the beef cannelloni. I was served bread with butter while waiting for the food. Bread was not good, could definitely be..."
FoodHedonist
"It's a humble Italian affair with seating either along the counter or the wall but the best one in the house is in the kitchen, together with you..."
✈️🌍TravelNTastes🍷☕️
"Lives up to its name of being an institution. Jam-packed pasta bar that is ran by an Italian family. Very busy, with matter-of-fact service. Pasta..."
Whats On The Grill?
"Nearly 3500 reviews at the time of writing means pretty much all is covered I would suspect. I have been to Pellegrini's a number of times over..."
Martin C
"After a movie at Kino on Collins this was exactly what I felt like on a cold night, comfort food a busy vibrant community of people seeking..."
Krishna Brannigan
"Pellegrinis serves the best basic no frills authentic Italian. Great coffee. Quick and easy service. Friendly. Relaxed. Cheerful. Ambience is..."
Weddall Archer Debra
"Great coffee with fresh, home made Lasagna. The pasta was so light and delicate. Yum. Pellegrini's is an authentic Italian cafe. Specialising in..."
Mr Bill
"For 18 dollars a plate of pasta with nearly no toppings, its the traditional noona style canteen you are after. They were good, bolognese and pesto..."
Mi55Bee
"What can I say hmmmm Sitting in the kitchen is tops the chefs r so friendly the food is fast good quality cheap and they apple strudel in out of..."
Shrek Oh
"Review from September 2016There's a reason this place is a Melbourne institution. Generous plates of homestyle pasta, soft buttered bread on the..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"I was last at this iconic and simply fabulous Italian restaurant 44 years ago. Nothing has changed and co-owner Sisto is the consumate host. His..."
Arthur McKinley
"An authentic gem, tucked away in Melbourne CBD. The menu is not extensive, and is focused purely on tomato based sauces. Service is excellent...."
Lachlan Mills
"Love Pellegrinis 😍 - I'm pretty much living here at the moment.This place is generally busy so I recommend to come with only one other..."
Georgia Allen
"Very traditional Italian cuisine served in a relaxed authentic environment. Completely worth a visit. Sitting in the kitchen and hearing all of the..."
Dylan Thomas
"Want to eat a true tasty cosy Italian meal in a place filled with character where staff will welcome you with a big smile? This is the right place,..."
Vanessa Espírito Santo
"Absolutely the best Italian experience in Melbourne. You won't find more authentic, tastier Italian food and warm/friendly staff. I love the..."
Chris Gryg
"We were immediately transported back to Italy from the minute we walked in. The pasta was delicious (lasagna and carbonara) lemon tart was great and..."
Cassie O
"I know a lot of people have a serious gripe about this place, I love it! Food is good, coffee is great and I really couldn't give a bollox about..."
Tomlovestoeat
"We came here for a late night hot chocolate, well around 9pm. The hot chocolates were pretty rich but not too sweet being dark chocolate. The hot..."
Dulicieux
"Consistency goes a long way. At Pellegrini's you always know what you're going to get – the servings are always the same generous size, the sauce..."
Cranky Veg
"The Godfather Bar haha :)!! Was down in Melbourne for the greek festival so before i went oppppaa with the Greek food i had to go Pazzo at the..."
Billy
"With the venue and service being unchanged for decades, the daily freshly baked Italian delights paired with fine Italian coffee is what makes this..."
The Domestic Traveller
La Spaghettata
85/100 (1912 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
After-hours
Dinner
Breakfast
Lunch
Drinks
Risotto
Carbonara
Mussels
Tagliatelle
Calamares
Bruschette
Pesto
Prawns
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Pasta
Salad
Octopus
Chili
Bolognese
Calamari
Lasagne
Sit down
Mediterranean
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Private Dining
Street Parking
After-hours
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"So many choices on Lygon street but always come back to this place. There’s a reason why this restaurant has stood the test of time.. authentic..."
Julie Minichiello
"A decade has passed & always a pleasure to wine & dine in beautiful atmosphere. The friendly staff pay a great attention to detail and all above the..."
Natasha Mihai
"Love this place. Love the vibes and the staff. They are amazing and just the best. Amazing food too. Highly..."
Brandon Tan
"The best food by far in Melbourne. Food was super fast, so fresh and absolutely delicious. The salads super fresh and the best. I was skeptic..."
Rebecca Belshaw
"Hands down best Italian restaurant in melb! Staff are so lovely, place is homely welcoming and warm and my god the food is..."
Beau Jess
"Amazing food! We had the pasta platter to share which was perfect as there was too many choices! Will be back without a doubt. Great atmosphere as..."
Dan Barre
"Best service, best food and best atmosphere on Lygon Street. Why would you go anywhere..."
Jason Buckner
"Amazing service, atmosphere and some of the best Italian we have had. Highly..."
Nessie Pleasance
"Best restaurant in Melbourne. The entire family and staff compliment the fabulous food, service and atmosphere. Fabio is every diners best friend -..."
Kerry Tucker
"Always love this place! Been a regular visitor for many years now. So many choice in the street, but always been truly happy with food, service and..."
Andrew Muller
"I've been to this eating heaven every time I come to Melbourne. The service is great and friendly but the food is beyond delicious. Every time I want..."
Patricia Bowden
"That was fabulous! Thank you for a delicious Mothers Day Dinner. Top marks for our waiter, too - very good service for such a busy..."
Karen Conrad
"Rating: 4Food: 4Value: 4Ambience: 3Service: 4Along Melbourne's busy Italian district, this hidden gem is run by a..."
Munching With Mel
"Very warm atmosphere. The staff is very..."
Raghav Anand
"Me and my friends visited this place since we were looking for an authentic Italian restaurant. The place was really cute and stood out as Italian..."
Sense Of Food
"The service was fantastic-nothing was too much trouble. We had the trio: scampi, gnocchi and spaghetti carbonara. Out of the three, the gnocchi was..."
BearNecessities
"We (the Wife and I) really enjoyed La Spaghettata, we had our wedding anniversary dinner here and it did not disappoint. great food (we ordered Steak..."
Aadarsh Agarwal
"Relaxing environment with very attentive service. If you couldn’t decide which pasta to choose, you should definitely try their pasta platter which..."
Fat Sushi
"Was in Carlton and visited la spaghettata, I have to say this is a really authentic italian restaurant .The bruschetta was like be in..."
Dean
"There is an abundance of Italian restaurants on Lygon Street, Carlton, but La Spaghettata is one that stands out from the crowd. The set up provides..."
Sylvia's POV
"Have come a few times and must say the Pasta dishes are some of the best I've had. The marinara is my favourite. Getting the 3-mixed option is a..."
Frank
"Have only ever ordered here from Uber Eats so have no idea what service or ambience would be like BUT the food we get every single order is amazing..."
Asia Ho
"Small restaurant but they serve nice food,big portion for share. very friendly waiter,real italian home made food! As starter,order olivette and it..."
Rosalia Dwita
"Our friends had already ordered by the time our party of four arrived. The restaurant was very accommodating and added another table to theirs so we..."
Alison Read
"I had a work Christmas lunch at La Spaghettata last week and was very happy with the experience. Our group got a range of share pasta platters..."
Nicole
"Really enjoyed dining at La Spaghettata, didn’t expect too much from the start as I was just looking for somewhere to eat, we arrived at the venue..."
Richard Tom
"Nice little Italian restaurant on Lygon St. Pasta here is delicious. I ordered the Tagliatelle Calabrese - loved the spicy hot salami which delivered..."
JKGasMan
"This is my fave Italian restaurant hands now. The owners are lovely and the food is amazing. Every time we go, we try out a different type of pasta..."
Eatandbooze
"Went here with a group. We loved sitting upstairs with the cool wooden cooking utensils handing from the roof and lovely Italian art work. Food was..."
Adel-phoodie
"Got the alla pollo because the everything is very pricey Overall the quality of the food was good, the sauce and everyone tasted nice and..."
YesNoMelbourne
"My go-to place for Italian. Love the food and the service! Every time I have come here with my friends we have never been disappointed. Definitely..."
Marianna
"Old fashioned, homemade style Italian. Great service and lovely wholesome dishes. Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Huge selection of pasta dishes. Nice..."
Ramen_Girl
"Very good.very friendly staff and good service. The food is really yummy, especially the seafood pasta. Will definitely come again soon. Thumbs up..."
Sze
"This restaurant has been a family favourite for almost 40 years! My mother came here with her friends when she was my age, and the quality is..."
Alannah
"Very nice spaghetti platter, the steak is a little bit over cooked to be a medium rare. However, still a very good place to enjoy Italian food...."
TOM HAN
"I came in for a business dinner not knowing what to expect. The reviews as a whole appeared pretty good and boy they were not wrong! There were..."
R Rompamuro
"Really nice experience. Food was great and staff where helpful even though the place was jam packed and they where ran off their feet. Authentic..."
Arron Conran
"Great ambience and very good quality food especially the bruschetta, mushroom fettuccine and eggplant pasta. The downside is the poor service. That..."
Abhishek Mehra
"Tonight, I came here alone and I ordered the fettuccine, with avocado, mushroom and cream. I also ordered garlic bread. The garlic bread was very..."
Dine And Dash
"I had the delicious and very fulling gnocci. The atmosphere was great and the staff were friendly. Made for a throughly enjoyable evening. Will come..."
Dain Clarkin
"Lovely setting and welcoming decor. Staff were very warm and welcoming and very helpful. Great food and great service would come here..."
Zac Tasic
"I've been here for years and service is always great. I must picked the right day of all good chef and staff on Valentines day💕Today's..."
Leena
"Very enjoyable experience that the Pasta was good, it was raining heavily and the waiters were so helpful and nice. The house was full of people even..."
Cathleen
"Thank god for La Spaghettata!After a horrible experience down the road they were so accomodating and the food was Bellissimo! I don't review all..."
Ryan Michael
"Poor quality pasta that resembles something from the supermarket and service is pretty bad too. Fairly cheap though so I guess it is ok if other..."
Jean
"Great old school restaurant .. great food and great service .. very happy with the staff .. the food was perfect . Thanks for our great meal..."
Mariopapalia78
"Came across this place in lygon st and was drawn in by the friendly gentlemen at the front that assured us we would have a pleasant meal and even..."
Patrick
"Had the fettucine vongole which had clams. Was very nice. Nice delicate seafood flavour and simple presentation. The outdoor setting was very cosy..."
Vincent Lai
"This was the most yummy Italian restaurant I have been to in a long time. The service was impeccable and the pasta was delectable. I recommend this..."
CSav
"Yummy food definitely we'll come back! I enjoyed the garlic steak so good,everything's good.. Service is very good too..always busy but it's worth..."
April Bobadilla
"Absolute favourite restaurant that I’ve been going to for years which NEVER disappoints. If you want the best pasta, this is the place to be! And..."
Selin
"Came in without a booking. Was greeted by a warm and friendly waiter. Food came out quite quickly and the portion was huge! Not complaining! I got..."
Dilys Yeak
"Great food and service, I suggest the oysters, cheap able and delicious. A lot of people come on Friday night! Beautiful street site, it's really a..."
Chris Xiao
"Been here for many times. Great cozy place on Lygon. Very friendly staff, small shop but homely. Terrace is lovely, spaghetti is great. They also..."
Qingdong1022
"Came here after Melbourne cup win a couple of mate. Even without a booking it was fast getting a table. Awesome vibes and food. Would come..."
Alex
"A couple of friends and I ventured into La Spaghettata on a Sunday night. I ordered the Bruschetta as a starter, it was alright - certainly not the..."
Melissa
"Really good food. Highly recommend. We always come here and enjoy it. The service is excellent and there is a terrific family atmosphere. Tony always..."
Alex Arnokouros
"We came across La Spaghettata on a pumping Friday night where we were lucky to get a table. Italian vibes all round - felt like we had just stepped..."
ToFeedTwo
"We came here Saturday night, it is the most popular restaurant around that place. We got excellent service, all the staff are friendly. We ordered..."
MissCatCat
"I had dinner there for the first time last night. Let's just start by saying I would have giving them a 4 if it wasn't for their 5% surcharge and the..."
YumYum
"Came here in an group of 6 on a very cold night. It was warm, cozy and has a lovely homey ambience.The pastas were great, especially the..."
Issy
"Pouring in Melbourne and the waiter was pretty insistent that we eat at an outside table with an obvious drip, close to a heater though.Service..."
Ivy Walker
"A pasta house dedicated to pasta so you'd expect them to do it well! I wasn't disappointed and I love how they give you the choice to combine your 3..."
Thu Duong
"After having been turned off by many pushy restaurant staff attempting to gimmick us into their tables, La Spaghettata simply left us with "we've..."
Nafet5
"Good place to catch up with friends. Very inviting and cosy. The pasta was a little bland but the lasagna was good. Although this plate of food..."
Jess
"Had an enjoyable dinner with friends. The food and service was great! The restaurant ambience was nice and cozy. Would recommend and come..."
ALEX
"Has really good food - Risotto Alla Siciliana was bomb 👌🏼! Great service by waiter. Lovely italian restaurant. 10/10 would..."
Xxiiivixciv
"Good food and good service!!!Very nice waiter, friendly and..."
AliceInWonderland
"Great food and service. Love the table cloth and the aesthetics! Would recommend to other..."
Mez Popz
"Used our entertainment voucher, our moscato tasted very funny and we asked for another glass they were a bit surprised but did pour us another glass...."
M. A.
"Great meals here! A perfect place for dinner! It's my last day in Melbourne and this restaurant gives me fabulous memory of this..."
Maxingying1997
"The food was average. There are many good restaurants on Lygon street, not recommended this one. The service was bad. The staff were not..."
Honey Cat
"Loved it! Food and service was fantastic. Our waiter was lovely and very attentive. Meals came out quickly, and were absolutely delicious. We will..."
Melissa Petrolo
"A great family lunch at La Spaghettata. Great family restaurant delicious casalinga food. Service was impeccable. Children friendly and don't get..."
Brunswick Gal
"Delicious and fresh spaghetti for lunch!!! Their serving is quite huge, perfect for sharing. the service is also good, the waiter is very friendly...."
Catherine Widyaputri Suprapto
"(Saturday 6/5/2017)Was here for friend’s birthday party. The place always seems busy and crowded during the night.Staffs were..."
Pauliwag
"One of the oldest pasta restaurants on Lygon Street, keeping a very fresh and family warm atmosphere going, with great food. Whilst I am not a fan of..."
Ca Ho
"W.o.wService 3/5Food 4/5Ambience 4/5We ordered lamb and trio seafood and entree scampi.rocket salad and more but all was tasty..."
Rizkisari Maharani
Trattoria Emilia
85/100 (2801 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Pesto
Fish
Prawns
Pork
Antipasti
Ragu
Tiramisu
Torte
Octopus
Beef
Bolognese
Lasagne
Tortellini
Tortelloni
Pasta
Tagliatelle
Risotto
Mortadella
Lamb
Mediterranean
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The best Emilian Romagna chef in melbourne Francesco Rota !!! Great guy i recommend this place to anyone that wants have a traditional emilian..."
Giuseppe Demarinis
"We had the tasting menu tonight and loved every single mouthful. Every course was beautiful. The staff were wonderful. Very friendly and..."
Michelle Goldfinch
"What's a wonderful place We have a chef choices menu Everything's 10 of 10 The booking The welcoming The services The food was delicious The..."
Pier Barel
"A hidden gem. Following a recommendation we visited this restaurant tucked away in one of the many side streets. From arriving to leaving nothing was..."
Richard Sugden
"Great night with the Aussie family food awesome great staff great place ten out of ten..."
Dave Broadbridge
"We go to Emilia EVERY Saturday morning we can. It’s the perfect way to start our weekend and only ever miss it if we’re out of town! We’ve..."
Louise Stockfeld
"A sensational mix of fabulous gnocchi, lamb shoulder and rugged house baked bread, coupled with great Heathcote red and sensational service. A new..."
Barbara Sattler
"Heaven ! Found it late after wandering Melbourne streets for something yummy. Beautiful service from all of the boys & yummy food...."
Natalie Bowers
"The whole experience was great. From the food, the wine and the staff. A great night, where everyone will not be..."
Anna Arquilla
"Walked in with no booking and staff quickly made room for us. Service was great, wine and food fantastic. Lovely atmosphere, relaxed but with a..."
Doreen Ross
"Was one of the best italian we have ever had totally..."
Narelle Pitcher
"WOW...... We eat here saturday night for our 24 anniversary food, service, wine everything was absolutely amazing. We will be back. THANK..."
Alessandro Abraham
"Excellent food, great atmosphere and friendly, attentive service. Thoroughly..."
Steve Hogan
"Amazing food, amazing atmosphere.. defo a place to..."
Marco Gallerani
"Insta: melbfoodie_markYT: MelbFoodieMark** Check them out for more food reviews in Melbourne!-Hands down my favourite restaurant..."
Melbfoodie_mark
"Been here a few times now and we all know there are so many good Italian restaurants in Melbourne let alone the CBD. However, I'm always impressed..."
Sophie S
"This restaurant is charming and has character. The left side of the menu changes daily. The right hand side is consistent. There is a $15 charge if..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Delectable hand made pasta. Little pillows of delicious goodness.The lamb rack was cooked nicely and very tasty. Garnished with fresh green..."
Baba Gump
"I came here for lunch with my colleagues. I’ve been wanting to try this place since it’s been awarded one chef hat. I had the Linguine and my..."
Eat_Sleep_Repeat
"Incredible!!!! The vibe of this place and the food that goes with it teleport you to Rome!..."
Foraging Fiona
"Trattoria Emília had been on my list for a long time and I was excited to finally go. The space is beautiful and traditional and I loved that it..."
Simply WonderFood
"We absolutely love this place! Emilia is tucked away in a little alley which gives it a lovely authentic Italian vibe to it. The food is amazingly..."
Kris L
"Lovely cosy Italian restaurant in a small alley.Free wholemeal bread at the start of the meal was just fantastic, gluten was well formed and..."
J
"This was our second visit to Trattoria Emilia and, like the first, we loved the relaxed, rustic atmosphere and of course, their food. The housemade..."
Foodinfocusz
"My second visit here and have ordered the Tortellini Emiliani on both occasions because it is soooo good! The pasta is delicious and all the..."
Aj4452
"Went here for a team lunch. The food was very good and service excellent but was disappointed with the portion sizes. Nothing worse than needing a..."
Hbomb
"We loved seeing the various oils used in the different dishes. The canape of Bruschetta with buffalo mozzarella and tomato was perfect with the..."
Gastrology
"Trattoria Emilia last night with a large party for dinner. We ordered the special antipasto platter where a range of small appetisers came for..."
The Daily Feed
"Great laneway find! Dined in on a Tuesday evening and found the food to be both great in taste and reasonable in price (you’re also able to BYO..."
@esjaysam
"What a wonderful surprise! Found Trattoria Emilia by searching on Trip Advisor. Thank you TA!! The food was heartwarming comfort. The..."
Veta Bajaj
"WOW. What amazing night I had with my wife on our 24th anniversary. service outstanding wine list really good and food amazing. We had the tuna..."
Alessandro Love Good Food
"Came here for a work lunch yesterday. Up a little laneway this place would be easy to miss. The service was excellent the staff were really..."
Timinmelbourne
"Nice italian place in the city with beautiful fresh pasta. The food here is good but the service is a bit under standard. It took us ages to order..."
Kevin
"Down a dark alleyway with a beautiful big door, this restaurant is gorgeous. In an old warehouse, the decor is beautiful with lovely old brickwork..."
Hanah Penrose
"A non-descript hidden little gem, that looks deceivingly small. The service was excellent. I was invited by friends and as a vegan, I didn't expect..."
Yas Hamood
"You need to explicitly look for Emilia if you want to dine here. I think it's a standalone restaurant on a side street which has nothing else. It may..."
FoodHedonist
"This is my first time to Trattoria Emilia since it changed from Gill's Diner. I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT.We were in town to run some errands on..."
Jaymie
"Definitely a go-to in Melbourne for great Italian (which can be hard to come by on reasonable prices)! Great ambiance, selection of wines and general..."
Daniel Wirjoprawiro
"I was super impressed with the food at this Italian trattoria. The starters were delicious and in particular I tried the most unique thing I've had..."
KnowingMelbourne
"As good as it gets if you want to eat authentic Italian food when you are not in Italy. Great choice of wines too. A little pricey (especially the..."
Maryella
"Formerly Gills Diner, this authentic Italian trattoria – located down a laneway in the heart of the city – will transport you to the rich..."
Sub Urban
"Family member recommended we visit trattoria emilia for dinner. For entrees we had olives which were beautiful, pork belly was average but I..."
Jules
"Review from March 2017A lunch special of paccheri with lobster and bugs at Trattoria Emilia: super al dente pasta, tender seafood and a tasty..."
Pasta Of Melbourne
"I ordered the pork belly entree and the linguini with lobster and Moreton bay bugs. The pork belly was disappointing, there was no crackling at all..."
Lizia
"We cannot get enough of this place!! The atmosphere, the decor and the lighting in the restaurant is just magnificent, romantic and relaxing! The..."
Ornella
"Tucked away in the heart of the city, Trattoria Emilia takes you away to a familiar yet dreamy location. Impeccable service, honest food,..."
DW
"Outstanding experience all round from the attentive, friendly service to the exquisite food. The antipasti platter was a stand out as was the..."
Ian.m.whyte
"Had a very nice Italian dinner at Trattoria Emilia. Service was impeccable, as staff were friendly and attentive. The cosy ambience makes it..."
Inner Suburbist
"In what used to be the cosy hidden Melbourne favorite Gills Diner you'll find this Italian diner. Brighter and less cosy and now offering Italian..."
Eat Drink Anon
"Trattoria Emilia is with out a doubt the best Italian restaurant In Melbourne . Trust me - I've eaten in them all! The staff are friendly, attentive..."
Lisa Courtney
"Has to have the best coffee I have tasted in Melbourne, using RomCaffe italian coffee brand. Your coffee is prepared using a manual hand lever coffee..."
Anthony Francis
"Simply special! The food is real authentic italian flavour. I had gnocco fritto with salumi and tortelloni emiliani, so yummi!!! Highly..."
Federica
"Trattoria Emilia has character, a nice Italian vibe, great music,  fabric napery, something I always enjoy, and nice staff.   I had the..."
Lulu T. Legrand
"Being a long-time fan of Gill's Diner, I visited its replacement several months ago with great excitement. Its welcoming dining room and traditional,..."
Andie Porcaro
"One of my favourites but didn't deliver at all last night. Mixed antepasti we're delicious are usual as were the cocktails (even though..."
JS
"nice atmosphere, warm and casual, very authentic Italian menu.  We shared a delicious and interesting veg antipasto selection, then risotto with..."
Miriam Faine
"I came here with my partner on Saturday night for my birthday and was absolutely blown away by this amazing little gem of a restaurant!We..."
LillianEvelyn
"Good homemade bread made the rather small, and short, lunch here perfectly acceptable. Prompt lunchtime service and will certainly return for another..."
Bronwyn
"A terrific long lunch here earlier today. Simplicity, warmth, restraint, and food of the Emilia-Romagna done very, very well. Gorgeous pasta;..."
Darcy Brown
"Back in Melbourne and my fiancé took me out to this delicious modern Italian restaurant which I have to say is now my favourite Italian restaurant..."
Lana Juresko-Krpina
"Humble Italian food and friendly service, warm overall atmosphere.  Not as good as Lupino or Tipo 00 but tasty simple fare.  Did love the..."
The Napoli Alert
"Lovely dinner, regional food showcasing Victorian produce. Bread and salumi to die for, gnocchi so delicate with a pumpkin and sausage sauce which..."
Libby
"Great wine and really good service. Atmosphere was authentic Italian and food was delicious. We had the antipasti platter - arancini were spot on!..."
Kate Hills
"Came here for dinner tonight. Ambience and fit out is beautiful. The first thing you smell when you walk in the door is fresh bread! Food was nice..."
Haley
"Friendly staff & quaint setting made this a great pit stop on a cold and dreary morning. Could be great place to get regular coffee fix or sneaky..."
Tim Trotman
"What a great experience. Atmosphere is great and food is AMAZING. We had the tasting platter for 2 to start and it came out in little bowls and..."
Deb Petersen
"Quite difficult to find if you don't know exactly where it is, but worth it once you do. Very nice food and a good atmosphere, but I would have liked..."
Philam
"Great atmosphere and attentive staff for dinner. Very interesting wine list. I have to say I was a little unprepared for the amount of offal in this..."
Suse
"We decide to share an entrée: a selection of six antipasti. Visually attractive, the Antipasti Misti is every bit as tasty as it looks. A golf-ball..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Once known as Gill's Diner, this Italian restaurant is tucked away in Gills Alley in the very same building, away from the hustle and bustle of the..."
JoJo X LiLi
"Just like being there! Having come back from Bologna recently, we were excited to try this place, and very happy to report that it was just like..."
Melb Eating
"Outstanding service,delightful food absolutely nailed it. Wonderful experience. Try the ravioli & lamb, excellent wine list. Olives & bread to die..."
Lynda Horton
"I had a business luch today here and it was simply Fantastic. Great vibes and Italian food done properly in all it's simplicity. If your looking for..."
ItalianAffair7
"Went there for work Christmas dinner. It offered a large variety of entrees. We ordered everything was so good. My favourite was the king fish..."
Alwayshungry
"I don't know what's better, the smoky beetroot and goats cheese roll, or the latest roasted eggplant, tahini, feta with or without lamb.  Shoot me,..."
Nick Kotsopoulos
"A surprise visit to this restaurant was fabulous. great hospitality and excellent service. Great wine suggestions and delicious food. We had the..."
Sue Roff
"Posted by Chasing a Plate in Melbourne CBD on 09/11/2015. I liked Gill’s Diner...."
Chasing A Plate
"The former Gills Diner has had a Mediterranean makeover and I love it. Been here to this laneway gem twice for a business lunch and the food is..."
Misha Purdy
"Trattoria Emilia Melbourne is the new incarnation of Gills Dinner. Walking down Gill’s Alley and not much has changed however as soon as you walk..."
The City Lane
"You can take your pick from either dining in the main room, which is slightly more elaborate, or relaxing in the side bar. Ambiance a little bit of..."
Il Snoberino
"No idea what the negative reviews were about. The atmosphere wa exactly what a trattoria should exude - animated and relaxed. The food was great - ..."
Noble_rot
"If you are italian and you miss your country or if you just want to have a true italian experience go in this little gem! We have been here just for..."
Gigia
"After just coming back from Italy on holiday in Modena, Bologna, Emilia Romagna I can say that this place is authentic. Fantastic Ragu, great service..."
Joemcguiz
"As a fan of Gill's Diner I decided to check out its new incarnation as Trattoria Emilia with a few friends. I was pleased to discover that the..."
Kate Dougherty
"There seems to be an abundance of exceptional Italian restaurants popping up in the CBD at the moment, and I'm far from complaining. The latest venue..."
The New Fave
"Found this gem while walking around the city for a quick lunch. The cafe section was small with just bench window seating. My fiancé and I were..."
Timablessed
"Cute little place! Grab a coffee, nice bread or have a fancy dinner at night. This place hit the mark with all of it. Recommended if you like..."
Andy C
"Just when you think you're over Italian, this regional Italian wonder opens up in the neighbourhood. Don't be afraid to try old classics here, they..."
David Gonzalez
"First time visit here. Superb fit out - clash of old style Europe with some modern inserts. Nice strong coffee to get the heart started -..."
TBMoftheWEST
Cafe Rosco
84/100 (801 ratings)
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Accepts Mastercard
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"Good food, prices are bit on the mid - high side but are not unreasonable for the quality and quantity. Food quality is decent and service is good....."
Muneesh
"We came by for a work lunch and were soon seated with menus and water by friendly staff. With lots of Italian options to choose from, we all..."
Joanne Lung
"Very warm family restaurant. I have been for 3 years. The food never let us down. Both in quality of the food and the tastes of it. Salad is very..."
Sophia Lee
"Great little restaurant. Very friendly service and reasonable prices. Mexicana pizza was delicious, not that spicy, though. Gnocchi carbonara was..."
Norman Chia
"Go in for a top feed, great little place. Friendly staff, awesome pizza and pasta. Cosy atmosphere definitely worth a visit if you are hungry. Great..."
damon ferguson
"Great food...service can be a bit hit and a..."
Abi Chua
"Fantastic I can always rely on Cafe Rosco for my Friday night wind down. Their food and service is fantastic. Huge thanks to the guys on Friday. My..."
David Browne
Shakahari Vegetarian Restaurant
84/100 (1459 ratings)
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"A great place for asian-fusion vegan food. Heaps of labelled gf options which make life much easier for dietary requirements. The service is always..."
Fallon Cashell
"Had dinner here on a Sunday night without a reservation. Plenty of tables available. I really don't like the atmosphere, not cosy at all. We had the..."
I. D.
"Homely restaurant serving comfort food. The satay was delicious - definitely worth a try! Their seasonal strawberry lassi was also delicious...."
Fatcat
"Visited Shakahari and tried the laksa and the satay. Holy moly! They were good! The laksa was “to die for”, exactly as the waiter had described...."
Courtney (@rawpublic_)
"Fantastic food. It was very comforting and homely whilst also being incredibly unique. The minimalist design of the restaurant itself juxtaposed the..."
Jem Ryan
"Amazing service! Food came out fairly quick. Ordered mushroom agnolotti, eggplant with paella, and a lasagna. Mushroom agnolotti had so much flavour..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Asian fusion. The menu says it's vegetarian, but I think it's almost vegan. The fried skewer of beancurd in Legendary Satay is tasty. As for dessert,..."
Lesley Luo
"This restaurant is such a lovely cozy place to have dinner. The food was very delicious and healthy with great presentation. We had hotpot with..."
Hân Trịnh
"Went to this place with some friends on a Saturday night.  Have to say it is some of the best veggie food I have ever had and very creative and well..."
Glenn Cogar
"checked it out with partner on vday. was a cosy place with eclectic design and decor - south east asian meets refurbished victorian. looked after by..."
Soymilkisagoodbeverage
"Absolutely enjoyed myself! We booked ahead of time just in case but there were still tables available. We ordered three mains to share as we all..."
Loz Arthur
"Finally got to try Shakahari! I had originally booked the table for 14 people but in the end I had 18 people so I was really happy that Shakahari..."
Caroline Beaney
"Shakahari is a sorted restaurant for the vegetarian s and vegans in Melbourne. I had been here for dinner with friends few weeks ago. We ordered..."
Anjali Bhat
"Shakahari never disappoints. The restaurant is set in a restored old house - with warm colours, polished floorboards and open fireplaces. The staff..."
Itsbetterthanbaditsgood
"One of the best restaurants I've ever been to! Delicious, innovative, well presented and tasty food. I loved the Avocado Magic and Legendary Satay...."
The Gluten-Free Foodie
"Comfortable restaurant away from the bustle of Lygon St. The food was surprisingly very good quality, my expectations of Vegetarian restaurants are..."
José
"Very tasty food, great service and the food comes out really fast. The laksa is a great size and delicious, not stingy on any ingredients, highly..."
Kim
"Shakahari is a great place to visit as they offer a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes that are well thought out. Their menu shows that they've..."
Vera7
"Very cozy place for a hearty vegetarian meals. The curry is great! Will surely return to try out more on the menu. Must try for all vegetarian out..."
Jericho Law
"Positives: Avocado fritters- Crisp and creamy bites of delightNonya curry- Filling- A flavoursome, tasty and creamy..."
Jennie Diep
"a great spot to have modern indian vegetarian cuisine with vegan options available as well. brought my mum and a friend who are vegetarians to dine..."
Foodie Panda
"I have been here, of course, a long standing institution for vegetarians and vegans. It is admittedly some time ago since I last visited, but the..."
Andrew T
"This restaurant serves really tasty vegetarian food. There were 4 of us and we ordered the quinoa croquettes, saffron quinoa,rice + rice and the..."
LittleM
"A fantastic meal! Couldnt recommend it more. Starter & mains were cooked perfectly. I used to think the Vegie Bar slop was good vegetarian! Now..."
David Ensor
"I came here alone as I was just moving from Sydney to Melbourne and was in need of some gluten free and vegan cuisine.I ordered the..."
Rebecca
"Had my birthday dinner here with my friends 2 weeks ago, mind you none of us are actually vegetarian but the food are just amazing and we are really..."
XiaoHui Teo
"Very healthy lol! A good place to come to if you are on a hard diet. The food was all nice enough, not very satisfying though, I was super hungry..."
Michelle Young
"Tasty vegetarian food that makes it feel as though you never need meat in a dish. Satay skewers were probably a stand out followed by their curry...."
Little.miss
"I’ve previously heard some great things about Shakahari, and with an eclectic menu and vibrant service it served as an excellent choice for a..."
Donutsam
"Very nice South-East Asian oceanian fusion food in a hidden lane way right besides the Italian eatery street. The menu is short but with great..."
Full Time Wholesomeness
"Looks smaller from the outside but quite roomy inside with simple decor and pleasant ambience. For entree I had the avocado magic which was delicious..."
Helen
"Avocado magic entree was very good if a little small, and the main courses were delicious. We ordered the satay shakahari and the lasagna, both were..."
Emma
"Melbourne is the place where you don't get food only vegetarian food easily. So for people like me who is here for a short visit, this place is a..."
Parth S Rawal
"We hadn't made a booking at Shakahari, but got a table towards the back of the restaurant easily enough when we visited on a Friday evening,..."
Andrew Turner
"Lovely vegetarian restaurant. Food is always  delicious, the receipes are well elaborated and the dishes are quite creative. I recommend the..."
Williams Alex
"ive been coming to this place for a number of years - menu never changes, but consistency of food always remains the same; tasteful and authentic!..."
Linda Nguyen
"I came here the other day with a vegetarian and a meat eater. We shared the mushroom dumplings and avocado magic for entrees. Loved both of these..."
Fainzee
"My first visit to this lovely place with high ceilings and umber/burnt orange walls. Couldn't decide what to order; so many interesting options...."
Vegogutz
"this is a good vegetarian staple, the meals are inventive and a little exotic, making it tricky to decide what to have (I am saying that's a good..."
Academic013
"We came back here after a long time between visits to catch up with our favourite vegetarians. The croquettes as always were lovely, and would..."
Rahul Barmanray
"I appreciated the warm, homely ambience of Shakahari - a very welcoming presence as you walk in. Our meals came out pretty quickly which was great. I..."
Gabby
"I came here with a group of friends a while ago and this place was packed. The menu was quite broad and the menu items looked quite creative. I..."
Khpn
"Service is nice and fast!Food: Entree-avocado tempura is nice, but not as good as reviews. I would prefer Japanese tempura . But the..."
Yolanda Wong
"I really loved this place! I ordered the Urban Spaghetti dish; it was tasty, fresh and a good portion. I also shared the cheesecake which was also..."
Teeny Reeny
"Delicious food, large servings, quite expensive. Lovely home restaurant vibe, especially when sitting near the fireplace. The setting can be a little..."
Mim D
"Pretty yummy food. I tried the avocado fried in tempura. Love the location and was treated to very friendly service too. Great experience..."
Sasha19
"Enjoyable and tasty. The Quinoa croquettes were a real standout. Would highly recommend, but beware on a hot night as there is limited..."
Michael Byrne
"As a significant other to a vegetarian, finding a truly exceptional dining experience where both herbivore and carnivore can be equally happy is a..."
Oni San
"Had dinner here with my boyfriend and the service was absolutely amazing from all the waiters. They were very polite and accommodating, even when we..."
Jackie Pipe
"Great option for vegetarians. Absolutely loved Avocado Magic.  We were hoping to try lasagna but it wasn't on their menu anymore. Enjoyed the food..."
Food Explorer
"Fantastic food. Ambience a little old school considering the contemporary menu items, but brilliant, tasty and creative upscale veg dishes...."
ShaSha
"Food was delicious, staff were friendly, decent atmosphere. I would recommend it to non vegetarians and people who cant eat gluten as well as other..."
Alicia Fox
"Great indian vegetarian dishes. Had a get-together after a successful project. Portions are reasonable, but expects it to be on the expensive side...."
Kimky
"With so many enticing dishes on offer, we decided to share an entree - a signature dish called Avocado Magic (vegan, non-dairy and gluten-free). ..."
Eat And Be Merry Crew
"Absolutely amazing place, would recommend to any vegetarian, people who enjoy eating vegetarian (aka me) or even people trying to start trying..."
Food1995
"Shakhahari is a legendary place to dine at. A place which is more for love for food than any fancy thing. People there are sweet and trust me..."
Jashan Kumar
"Simple and elegant dinning. Serving interesting food shakahari celebrates flavoursome combinations of food and spice. Good seating options and..."
Mondale
"I have been here a few times and have always been happy with my food. There are always so many good dishes to choose from and they seem to update the..."
Esther
"Great place to take Vegos and even your more sceptical meat eating friends. Great atmosphere and delicious food, always a hit.The staff are..."
Ali Ward
"Enjoyed dinner here tonight. Had the potato, veggie and chestnut pie . Very warming on a cold night , really delicious. Tasted Hubby's curry, also..."
Netty
"Great Place!. Always a pleasant experience! They have a courtyard too, which is nice in..."
Amulya Merit
"Shakahari seems to be doing rather well given they also have one in South Melbourne and it isn’t surprising because they’ve managed to make..."
Typical Food Blog
"Oh my. I ate one and a half desserts today. I’m so stuffed. But it was worth it. Shakahari has it all: great food, friendly service and a relaxed..."
Mochi Jungle
"Shakahari is quite an unassuming restaurant. Appearing as if it’s been converted from a Carlton house, it’s easy to miss if you’re walking..."
Francesca Hambly
"Entrees this evening was a hard decision within itself. The tables favourite of the evening would have to be the Kerabu. Here they combine a salad of..."
Em Belden
"This bowl came with braised turnip, ginkgo nuts, spicy tofu and braised seitan. It takes me back to Asia, very asian influenced. No strong sauces..."
SylviaOng
"It has a very homely feeling. To start off with we had drinks. They do have wines and beers on offer as well as non alcholic drinks such as..."
Katherine Chiu
"The space is a converted home with polished floor boards and yellow walls (infusing the relaxed and casual feeling that typifies the university..."
Melbourne Lifestyle Blog
"Shakahari is one of Melbourne's vegetarian instutitions, having been around for over 18 years. The menu definitely has a slight Asian skew to it, but..."
Ashley
"Simply Delicious!. As a masterchef judge would say " Food made with love". Had some laksa for a team get together and the experience was awesome...."
SrPr
"It's so great to have a place to eat where all but two options on the menu are vegan !! the ambience here is great, the food is divine and the..."
Zara McDermott
"Awesome quality food!. Had a really good meal at this place and the prices were very affordable. The menu offers alot of variety. Only problem was..."
Roy Boy
Papa Gino's Pizza Restaurant
84/100 (1557 ratings)
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"The best food in Melbourne every time!! , Pepper sauce to die for �� with amazing friendly staff. Highly recommended...."
Raylene Bryans
"My fav restaurant ever!!! Best chicken snitznel ever!!! Fast service food always hot and perfect! Garlic focaccia is to die for!! No matter how busy..."
Kacie Dempster
"Food is quality, beer is the best price in Laigon Street... staff are awesome.. Always go for dinner when I'm over from Perth......."
David Bloxsome
"Absolutely the best food out... staff are wonderful. But the food is so..."
Silvana Ellul- Bonacci
"Always fantastic. .amazing staff even better food..no wonder there is always a que outside..best place..."
Michelle Pepyat
"My family and lhave been going to Papa Ginos for over 30 years. The service is always spot on and the food is delicious. I always have the Mexican..."
Lee Wright
"Best and afforbanke place to eat when in Melbourne. Always amazing service and they are great with kids.. Orders taken and meals are out in no..."
Kylie Ann Goodwin
"We love Papa Ginos it's a favourite that we visit often. Love the no.21 pizza... Ortolana is so good! Highly recommend Papa..."
Karen Hatzi
"Best pizza ( specially the marinara one ). Would highly recommend to try it, thumbs..."
Aya Blackburn
"I went their a couple of times and I enjoy their food so much! They have the best pasta and lasagne! My sister also loves to eat their pizza and..."
Orla Lee
"A great lygon st institution. Had a capricciosa and the Vongole. Very nice! If you are in Lygon St definitely try this place at least once. It..."
Revolver
"I ordered their Ubereats and add extra shrimps & zucchini ... and they really gave me A LOT! Tasty & large portion! I’ll dine in there next..."
Scarlett Wang
"We have been goin here whenever we are in the neighborhood and feel like pizzas. Their pizzas are good , service is fast and staff are friendly . The..."
Putriku
"They have been around for ages and they serve amazing pizza and pasta. It does get busy on the weekends, might want to get in early.Love..."
M3lissa____
"Loved that the servings were generous. Had a meat lovers pizza and it was soo..."
Sancha Noranho
"My mates and I frequent this restaurant monthly. We’ve been doing so for years. The food here is always really good. Old school pizza. Not wood..."
Stuart Sutherland
"Food here is amazing. I don't eat a lot of Italian outside but this took my breath..."
Parul Aggarwal
"If you’re looking for an authentic Italian pizza, couldn’t recommended Papa Gino’s highly enough! Lovely family run business located in the..."
Nick Bav
"Single best Italian restaurant I have EVER visited. At peak times, you might have to wait 20 mins to get seated. But I can assure you, it's worth the..."
Sankalp Mishra
"My family was there last night, it was a great time. Nice ambience. It was super-busy but we got a table quickly. The food was awesome. We ordered..."
Sean Jackson
"Authentic Italian pizza and pasta!The place is very cozy, and the interior is very Italian. The serving was also big enough for 2 to 3 people. I..."
Darryn Galle
"Awesome food that makes you feel at home. Great atmosphere and service. Drool inducing cheesy garlic focaccia, therapeutic tortellini ah funghi and a..."
Casey Croucamp
"Had a late night margarita pizza with extra hot salami. It was probably bad for me.. but the pizzz was soo good. The cheese was extremely generous..."
Ji Song
"Best traditional old school style Pizza on Lygon. Pasta's are okay, nice but not amazing. Wait staff are friendly. Always busy and can get noisy,..."
Frank
"After some research, we found Papa Gino's as a place that served simple Italian food. We were blown away. Our pasta was perfectly Al dente, and the..."
That_Foodie_Friend
"It was a very nice pizza shop! I really enjoyed the foods. The pizzas were so fresh and crispy. Every ingredients; including prawn, veggies, ham;..."
Hannah
"Quattro Gustri ($22 large)⭐️ 4/5 ⭐️🍴Quite authentic Italian pizza that comes with a generous topping of ingredients and a thin..."
Cafehoppingkids
"Excellent establishment! Vibrant and delicious not to mention entertaining! Watching the chefs work the pizza dough, authentic pizza experience. I..."
Jesika Chaffey
"Cute little restaurant in Lygon Street which was very busy (a great sign). Ordering and table service was prompt and friendly. I ordered the..."
Lara
"Nice food. 2 large pizzas and 4 beers fed 4 large fellas and some. Good flavours and bases made for a pleasant night out. Beers were icy cold which..."
Grant Gibbs
"Food Rating: 😀4/5Atmosphere Rating: 4/5Service Rating: 👏4/5Came here because our usual Carlton spot was closed for the..."
Julia.eats
"Generous portion of pasta and seafood in the marinara. Prawns were overcooked and the pasta was slightly over al dente but that was likely due to the..."
Crabapples For Lunch
"Have heard so much about this place so we gave it a go. This restaurant is one of the busiest restaurants on Lygon. It is spacious. You better book..."
Eat_today_diet_tomorrow
"Been coming to Papa Ginos for many years now and the quality of their food has kept its standard. Although the price has been slowly creeping up each..."
Thelordlam
"I was so excited to order the mushroom pasta with cream sauce as i'd read a review raving about the sauce. Sadly my serving was quite dry and lacking..."
Michaela Mvb
"Amazing food always. My boyfriend and I love this place and the staff are incredible. Always so busy and pumping. Thank you Gino. You’re the..."
Lexi Hansen
"Can't have a foodie adventure to Melbourne without hitting up Lygon St for some Italian! This time we decided on going to Papa Gino's, the queue was..."
ThatSeriousGirl
"Mate mate , what food , what a place . Love the pizza , love the veal Parma .Great place to go and eat . Mate Mate I would..."
Vinnie Furina
"Been going here for a long time. Their chicken Parma is to die for. Pizza and pasta are great too. Crowded during weekends and staff are super..."
Satyacena
"The staff is really friendly. And the food is nice as well. Me and my friends ordered a vegetarian pizza and a chicken Spinach potato dumplings. They..."
Wzhang2017
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Lorna
"One of the best pasta places in Melbourne for a decent price too compared to more expensive Italian restaurants that I have tried. The pasta is..."
Mandy
"Food was very delicious, staff were friendly, the restaurant was nice and cosy and had a lot of people, so there's not much I can complain about. The..."
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"I've heard this place for ages and finally checked! My friend and I came for lunch on weekday. No queue at 12:30. We started with some..."
Qianyi Lillian Li
"A cozy italian place with nice service. Seems like this place is always buzzing + the place is smelling delicious! 😋 the price is reasonable...."
Adinda Nasution
"The best traditional Italian pizzas and pastas you can find along Lygon Street in Melbourne. :) Feeds many, reasonably priced and worth the fill. For..."
Evelynwongyh
"For me its the best gnocchi marinara in melbourne spaghetti marinara and vongole was also on point the mushroom pizza is delicious and the dessert..."
Utiii
"Heard great things about this place and had quite a walk to be a bit underwhelmed. Pizza and pasta was the traditional flavours so can't really..."
The Food Book
"Papa Ginos this is one of the best Restaurants for the simple reason it's not expensive and if you like old fashioned PIZZAS this  is the place to..."
Garry Roberts
"The best such a great pizza base crispy and delicious we only had small mama mia Bella we came from Queensland for the word of mouth that we had to..."
Ruthie
"Got a meatlovers, vegetarian and margherita pizza. All were awesome, though I think the meatlovers was particularly good. Loved the cosy atmosphere..."
Jordan Wong
"The food is delicious and the service is amazing. The waitors are very friendly and polite. I came here on a cold night and immediately loved the..."
Minhhiendo.105
"Great family friendly place on Lygon Street. Had the Chicken Al Funghi with chips and salad and ate every bite of a large portion it was scrumptious!..."
Nikki
"They have definitely friendly staff and manner is a typical italian joinery along Lygon street, the food is not bad, is definitely not awesome. It`s..."
David Baldini
"One of many Italian restaurants along Lygon Street, Papa Ginos has been a long term business in that precinct. I met with a group of friends there,..."
Andrew T
"One of our favourite pizza places in Melbourne. The pizzas are authentic Italian and absolutely delicious every time that’s why we keep going back..."
Melbourne Foodies
"Service was great. The food was good and reasonable value for money. This was our first time here after walking past it for many years. Weekend there..."
Darren Wilton
"Great Delicious spaghetti. I had the Spaghetti marinara & it was delicious enjoyed every bit of it they don't mess around here too bring it out to..."
B Nel
"Definitely a great spot for dinner or lunch. Came here on a Tuesday night before it got busy. Staff were competent and friendly, if anything they..."
Vick Eats
"The style of the pizza appears like a gourmet one but geared a little more towards the american style with more generous portions of toppings. The..."
Zidane
"I love papa t's. I have been coming here and had every pizza on the menu the pasta is great too especially the home made ravioli. You get what you..."
Joshua Waddell
"Ordered 2 medium pizzas for $32 total which was a bit much. Service was brilliant in the friendliness of staff, and layout plus vibes of the..."
Fat_Steve
"Always a great place for pizza! The base is thin and the toppings are the perfect ratio! Would recommend coming early because peak times are around..."
Foodlover
"Very tasty pizzas and reasonably sized and priced. However, being cooked in an electric oven it just does not have the same taste as a woodfired..."
Rebekah Jade Culhane
"Authentic Italian food at its best , pizza is simply excellent and made to perfection and the pasta are just like homemade full of flavour and can't..."
Good Food = Happy Mood
"Theres nothing I love more than watching the art of crafting pizza dough and man, you can watch your entire pizza being created here before your very..."
Tash
"Yes the heat lamps were running and the service was efficient. The entree size is big enough to eat as a main which means this is really good value..."
Chantelle Hiley
"Great pizza and friendly accommodating staff.Generous servings and friendly vibe and atmosphere. Always a pleasure.Great food..."
Andrew Bartram
"Lovely service! My go to place in Carlton! It has everything you could ask for plus the service is good! It's easy for a casual meal, weather it be..."
Lily
"An iconic pizzeria on lygon street. We were here on a Wednesday at lunch time. It was busy with people lining up. While we waited we scanned the..."
Split The Bill
"Great pizza. Fresh ingredients used have been here quite a few times for lunch and dinner. Can get quite packed out and it isn't the biggest place..."
Jpad
"Pretty decent and waitress are kind. Have been multiple times and love this place. Entree size are still very filling and i never tend to finish...."
Alex William
"Ordered: 🌇Papa's Pasta Platter (min 2 people): $38.00 Fettucine VongolePenne AmatricianaTortellini Ai..."
Jasmine
"great italian pizza ,pasta restaraunt,  nice food,  went  here with some work colleages   sunday night,highly recommend,fast service.well done..."
Xaralambos Psihogios
"I have been eating pizza here since I was a child (so many years now) they still have the best quality ingredients and always great..."
Michelle Fros Salvatore
"Love the interior and buzzing busy feeling in this Italian. Had a lunch pizza and selected big one.. wov. Big it was LOL!! Fantastic flavours,..."
Finn & Filo Downunder
"Fantastic Pizza! Only been there once, but definitely coming again! It took a while for the food to come, but it was a busy night. Totally recommend..."
Tony Woolhouse
"Oh my goodness. Come here for delicious thin crust pizza! We ordered the small chicken pizza and the main vongole spaghetti and both were soooo..."
PS91
"Papa Gino's provides that perfect Italian comfort food. Great, hearty meals at affordable prices.You can't go wrong with their pasta or pizza..."
Melbourne Food Journey
"Love going to Papa Gino's for the gnocchi with cream sauce, chilli and tuna or the delicious calzone. The crepe suzette is also fantastic. The fact..."
Jean
"They are famous for their pizzas! Good service scope, many customers, traditional taste of Italy. Although my Al Funghi fettuccine looked and taste..."
Harry Lu
"Papa Gino’s serves up an affordable and hearty traditional Italian/Australia pizza. This is definitely one of the more low key eateries on Lygon,..."
James Lovery (internet_james)
"Food was so good!! We ordered Gnocchi al funghi and Fettuccini carbonara as main. Garlic focaccia as entree. Only feedback I would give is that..."
João Alfredo Santos
"Huge portions of great food for the most decent prices in all of Lygon - all complimented by super friendly staff and a cozy and welcoming..."
A Green Koala
"Great restaurant delicious food and friendly staff the food is delicious and reasonably priced will bring more friends next..."
Jeff
"YUMMY AS F*CK !!! very good pizza and very friendly staff - ordered a mexican pizza at an italian restaurant and the only people to make fun of me..."
Lily W
"The restaurant has nice decor and friendly staff!! Cosy. Portion sizes were decent. Enough to have some leftover to take away. The prices aren't too..."
Saba S
Cellar Bar
83/100 (849 ratings)
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"It's better than 5 stars probably the best Italian in Melbourne. Flourless cake, lemon tart, lasagna, gnocchi all were amazing. Coffee is superb just..."
Manish Sahjram Dharma
"Always enjoy coming here. Great Italian food. Service is good, very professional and attentive. Pasta cooked al dente, however some of the..."
Foodz0r
"Quite the spot for a gentle or aggressive session, depending on the mood. The walls looked steeped with history and if they could talk I'd imagine..."
The Dear Luncher
"One of my favourite Italian places in the city. The food here is everything I love about Italian: it’s rich, it’s creamy, it’s decadent. The..."
Belle Eats Melbourne
"Narrow and dimly lit, this place is a good find. We had 3 pastas, all were delicious. The gnocci was so light and melted in your mouth, just as you..."
HobbityElf
"Have been coming here for over 20 years so thought it was about time I reviewed it.The food has always been consistently good - great value..."
South Melbourne
"Good service and good food. The staff here has been well trained on the menu so they know exactly how to answer any questions about it. Had the..."
Happyley
"Consistently good food and service. Have eaten in the grill and cellar a few times but often just pop in for coffee and sweets. The tiramisu is..."
Kat
"Me and my partner happened to pass by this cozy look bar and decided to give it a try. It was full but we managed to grab a seat at the bar counter...."
GoodFood HappyTummy
"This placr has authentic pastas and dishes. This place is underrated. It is a little claustrophobic though and dimly lit. Good for a romantic night..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Went twice in my Melbourne visit. Loved it. Great minestrone and spaghetti bolognese. Staff were great. Absolutely loved it and will certainly be..."
What's Cooking Good Looking
"I've been here countless times and it always hits the spot. The pasta dishes are perfect, I always go for the one with a hearty, rich sauce. I love..."
KnowingMelbourne
"Excellent food, excellent service. The bruschetta was one of the best I've ever had and will have to try and replicate at home. The creme caramel..."
Siân Cole
"The Lasagne was very tasty and was definitely the crowd favourite. Loaded with an abundance of cheese, the layers of pasta sheets were cooked to a..."
Penguineats
"Authentic Italian in the heart of Melbourne. My favourite Italian go to and yes they have cheese wheels!!!! Delicious lamb ragu, lasange, and freshly..."
World Eats Food
"Very decent restaurant, highly recommended for special occasions. I love seafood and fish. Their oysters are so fresh and the fish taste so..."
Alice Toovey
"Another great casual eatery turning out beautiful food without a hefty price tag. Snagged a table outside on a busy night and although busy service..."
Melbourne Foodie
"Wonderful spot for a delicious lunch with  superb food, wine, coffee and service. We sat outside and really enjoyed the ambiance.  Mr Grossi was..."
Helen Appleby
"Old world, strict service. We had the creme caramel before lunch! Food is wonderful- esp. the freshly baked bread as a starter and the Parpadelle..."
Petal Loves Food
"We came here looking for a delicious Italian lunch, with a cheaper price tag than the main Grossi Florentino restaurants next door!Located..."
M.
"This is a great spot for a lovely post work plate of pasta made with care and glass of wine. My boyfriend and I love it for an inexpensive date...."
Kate
"Food was okay and service was average. We were not told about the specials but ordered the gnoochi and chorizo pasta. It was better than expected but..."
Mi55Bee
"“We were lucky enough to eat here every morning for brekkie, as it was just around the corner from our hotel. Such a great atmosphere, a little..."
Postcards From Peta
"Always reliable love the consistency the atmosphere and the service. The maitre d is a stand out. I have tried all three aspects of florentinos many..."
Enjoy It
"Very authentic italian food, always feel warm and welcomed here. The ragu pasta is one of the best in Melbourne, also my must have on my every visit...."
金金
"We had a great night here. It was a busy, rainy Saturday, so we sat at the bar and had a couple of drinks and some antipasto. The olive oil was the..."
Jodie
"This is a nice little bar, suited to couples and small groups. We had proscuitto and octopus to start, both very good. I really enjoyed my pork..."
MN-A
"Always reliable spot. Lovely to sit outside on a sunny afternoon w a plate of delicious pasta, soft bread and decent hearty glass of red. Polite,..."
Oliolioli
"A neat little find. We ate on the footpath on a lovely warm evening. The mozzarella was a bit ho hum but the bread and olive oil made up for it. The..."
Everhopeful
"Everything was amazing!!! The wine was delicious, octopus and cod appetisers were were fresh and amazing. Then the pasta was perfectly al dente and..."
Lizzy
"A legendary dining establishment in Melbourne from days gone. It's held on to its hat now run by famed chef Gut Grossi.Florentinos takes us back..."
Evdokia
"Came here for a Friday dinner with a friend. We were lucky to get a seat in 10 mins. The service is friendly and they look after you pretty well. Got..."
FoodHedonist
"Popped in for breakfast - Great service! Amazing food! Had the ham steak and egg with tomato relish - cooked perfectly, great flavour! Only negative..."
Local 3078
"Do: the pasta (any) and of course the steak with lemon (simple it is not. Devine it is). Don't: be a loser. Eat at the bar, talk to nearby..."
David Food Leasing
"Stuck in Melbourne for work and had to get out of the hotel, so grabbed a book and headed down Bourke Street to find something.Found this..."
Bianca Lazar
"This was one of the most amazing restaurants my friend and I had a chance to visit on our trip to Melbourne. Both the food and the staff were..."
Taylor Lawes
"The service here is what brings me back. Even though this is the economical option in the grossi centre - you're treated to a level of service that..."
Bamposs
"What a treat!! Definitely amazing food for a reasonable price. We had for antipasti: calabrian caviar (spicy whitebait) and very tender octopus. For..."
Marcel S.
"Lunch time favourite, Mariano is probably one of the best waiters. Excellent service always all the time. I've tried most of their food on the menu,..."
DumplingDoll
"Best pasta that I've ever had in my life! Went with a group of 3 and we ended up getting another dish of pasta to share (not pictured because we were..."
Elizabeth Duong
"My friends and I were craving for a good pasta in the city, and Grossi Florentino Cellar Bar came up as the first few options for good Italian on..."
Evelovelle
"I don't understand how this place has flown under the radar. It's small, but effective interior impressed us. From the cosiness to the home styled..."
FizzleO
"Just visiting Melbourne and was cold so stopped in for tea and coffee...absolutely amazing service and the best green tea I've had in a while. Would..."
Bryanna Husking
"Clams Vongole was delicious!  Also had the date pudding...was good but needed more sauce, will definitely revisit!  Felt like I was in a restaurant..."
Chai Latte
"Cheap, somewhat fast, and delightful.Service is quite good yet a bit slow at times.Ambience is quite average.Well worth the..."
CBF Glutton
"One of the best cheesecakes in Melbourne. My husband and I stopped here for a coffee after dining elsewhere tonight. We usually stop a few doors down..."
Kimhillson
"Staff - Lovely.. Lovely and friendly staff - I feel comfortable coming in to dine or to have a drink any time of day or night. Well done - Great..."
Honey Gummy Bears
"Had food on a busy night. Excellent food excellent service. Will come back for..."
Mandy
"Reminds me of Florence. I had the Spaghetti Vongole and mussels- just absolutely amazing. We enjoyed a beautiful evening here and the hospitality was..."
Neen
"“After a delicious dinner at Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar next door, the three of us decided to stop at Grossi Florentino Cellar Bar for some coffee..."
Melbourne Food Baby
"To those who are familiar with the name, Guy Grossi is the real deal. Italian to the core he brings food to life in a manner that is homely, rustic..."
Queen Of Bad Timing
"Favorite Spot. I have lived in so many places in the world and this brings me back to Europe! Staff are just as authentic as the food. Not one fault..."
Roxy.powers2
"Cannot fault it. A little piece of Europe right here. Every dish was delightful. Service very..."
Miss Pedantic
"Amazing pumpkin tortellini & tiramisu, great service, cosy atmosphere, highly..."
Klo
"Garganelli with spiced veal ragu just blew my mind. I had it with a glass of Sangiovese, dinner for one, and walked down Burke St afterwards in shire..."
Hula Jarmusch
"Love the authenticity of the food but with a twist - being able to access fresh, Australian ingredients which makes all the difference! Prices are..."
Ann
"Great breakfast menu. Exceptional wait staff, perky, polite and perfect timing for a busy morning. Polenta Frittata with Poached egg was..."
Cinntonic
"The perfect venue for a midweek dinner . Very reasonably priced and the service was very friendly and efficient. The oysters were exquisite and you..."
Kiss And Eat Up
"We enjoyed home made pasta dishes and a glass of prosecco for $30. Service was excellent and we sat outside by the heaters which was warmer and less..."
Lee-Ann Hawe
D.o.c
83/100 (1587 ratings)
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"We had a great experience at DOC. The food was fantastic, and the service was too! Unfortunately I wasn't very well and couldn't finish my meal,..."
Deb Smith
"bellissima!!! best Italian Bar I've been in since Frascati in..."
Darren Ormsby
"Great stock, food knowledge and service. Frederiko and co make the best lasagne in Victoria - go next door and try. Fantastic...."
Amanda Davis
"A heavenly place - try the fine, black wafers they're..."
Sally Galwey
"The San Daniele pizza is soooo..."
Vi Tran
"Always love their..."
Leticia Li
"Hands down one of the best pasta i’ve ever tried in Melbourne! The staff were amazing and the food was even better! Very accessible and..."
Hungry Panda Melbourne
"The pasta at DOC was delicious, especially the gnocchi. The bread that comes with each dish is great for cleaning up the leftover sauce. The service..."
Daisy
"Great atmosphere & amazing food. I ordered the black linguini & I was impressed. The bread on the other hand was just alright, wasn’t too impressed..."
Jelly9449
"On one of the busiest eating streets in Melbourne, DOC Espresso serves up delicious Italian food. Lygon Street is famous for its Italian eateries,..."
Morgs71
"Lovely selection of pasta and each dish we ordered tasted delicious! Service was friendly and efficient. My favourite dish was the gnocchi which was..."
Joy
"Fantastic service—I was seated and looked after within minutes. The pappardelle were cooked al dente just how I like it. The porcini mushrooms were..."
Food Comatose
"Cozy place with some comfy food, the pasta was great, been here few time, they change their menu regularly, also lots of drinks can choose from, the..."
FoodieInMel
"Amazing service. Food came out quick. Best pasta ive eaten. The pappardelle was to die for. The truffle mushrooms were cooked really well. So much..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Awesome service, very bustling and fantastic vibe. It gets quite busy during lunchtime!Ordered the lasagne and a carbonara-type pasta (forgot..."
Pineapple San
"We came on a busy Friday night. We ordered the mushroom fettetucine and pasta special. Both were amazing, delicious. The pasta is freshly made,..."
Esther Gn
"On a random Sunday evening, my friend and I ended up in Carlton.  I had not been in Carlton for such a long time and my friend suggested we go to..."
AngeLuvFood8
"The authentic Italian cafe and bistro experience. Not surprising since most, if not all of the staff are imported! A pretty excellent lasagne - way..."
Burgers Of Melbourne
"Good pasta joint on Lygon! Food is fresh and flavorful. I ordered the spaghetti al pomodoro and it was really tasty! I also tried the black linguine..."
Vivien 🍓🍙
"There are times when all the planets align and you find yourself in carbonara heaven. Today, DOC’s too me back to last year in Rome dining on all..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"I love DOC espresso. It’s simple but fast, good, flavourful and authentic italian dining. The service is efficient - they were able to accomodate..."
Munchin
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Lorna
"Nice place with the best coffee and friendly atmosphere. Pasta is average, every time tastes different, but the cheese platter is..."
Ivan Stojkovic
"(For desserts)For the dessertsTiramisu ($12) ⭐️ 5/5 ⭐️Lemon custard ($12) ⭐️ 4.5/5 ⭐️🍴Usually known for their..."
Cafehoppingkids
"They recently changed their menu that I just uploaded.There are 2 Docs one offers pasta on their menu and the other one offers pizza; both..."
Suhujana
"DOC Espresso is a bustling and busy restaurant! We loved the pasta and how well it was cooked - the must have is definitely the spaghetti with tomato..."
Whenfoodiesmeet
"Not that Doc needs my review but since I’ve left some pretty harsh reviews for a lot of places on Lygon street, here’s finally a good one. Cozy..."
Svenja Grabo
"It’s a place with great and joyful ambience. The coffe flavour was surprising, like if it was directly created with the milk itself, i couldn’t..."
Rafael Quevedo
"The food is so fresh, so italian, the staff is very friendly and the service is very fast i realy enjoy this place mornings, afternoons or..."
Kostas Poulis
"My favorite place for great pasta. Visited tonight and meals were perfect as always. Great service too. It's clear why this place is so popular...."
YUM
"Being big fans of DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar it was only a matter of time we came to DOC Espresso for a pasta fix. The restaurant was chaotic but we..."
Mustard
"4Came here for pasta as I love the doc pizza store The pasta is very al dente and were very simple but tasty . Parpadelle is always a must..."
Vivian
"The thing that I I love about DOC Espresso is the authenticity. After you have ordered, you are given a paddle of antipasti of breads with toppings &..."
Sarah Brancatisano
"My favourite pasta joint. I always order their pappardelle truffled porcini mushroom and spaghetti pomodoro. It's super al dente and they give..."
Hungry Big Potato Bear
"Coffee and food are really good.very traditional Italian food. Friend recommend, we tried few food but all very yum. I love to return and try..."
FoodLoverQueenM
"Classy place that serves up a pretty cheap bowl of pasta really. Can’t complain about anything you get here. Menu is small though and the staff can..."
Eat Me!
"Great pasta, great atmosphere, just can’t get enough! Very busy place but worth the wait! Great meat and cheese plates available too! Oh and..."
Great Restaurant Mentions
"Everything here was delish. The cured meat and cheese platter we got as an entree was super tasty. The pasta though,that was the highlight. We got..."
AaronN
"Creatively tasty pasta. The black paccheri pasta was a weird texture with the mashed peas but the prawn ragu was so rich in flavour, the whole dish..."
A Choong
"I really love this place! The best office ever in Melbourne! I went there to buy coffee last year on my competition day, and this year I come back..."
Spinning Round Horse Kick
"Back again on a cold morning and we are happy to sit outside under the warm heaters (that actually work well). The service is the usual, efficent and..."
Rennie
"One of the best places on Lygon to grab a coffee and soak up the atmosphere, if you are in at breakfast grab the egg and pancetta panino, they are..."
Cedric Pires
"At a 'Cafe strip' on Lygon Street at the corner of University Street there is a small, maybe slightly cramped cafe serving good quality..."
Gaery
"For a restaurant situated in Lygon Street, which is notoriously bad for authentic and soul satisfying Italian food (don't be fooled tourists!); DOC..."
JW
"We had a great experience at DOC. It was suprisingly busy and full of atmosphere midweek but we were lucky enough to get a seat at the bar straight..."
Tangertalks
"We tend to avoid Lygon St, even though it's  within walking distance. But on this occasion we had 45mins until the movie started and rumbling..."
Brunny Girl
"Well, I have to say they served very nice coffee to us on Saturday afternoon. Ordered a latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate and they were all..."
Scrumptious GG
"A really nice simple menu, with changing specials. This place keeps it simple and serves up delicious fresh Italian food paired with nice wines. The..."
Gursharan Chana
"Like its older cousin (just around the corner) serving very delicious pizzas, this DOC focuses on serving really nice pasta (and other casual Italian..."
Melbourne Epicure
"I am not big fan of pizza. So? I don’t get why this place is sooo busy always. I ordered two pizza one margarita and broccoli one. I understand it..."
Japapa
"I came here with a group recently and had a really lovely pizza dinner. Since there were a few of us we were able to share a few different pizzas...."
Followthefoodmelbourne
"Really good pasta that is hand made and tasty.  This is one of the better pasta and pizza restaurants on Lygon street and is always packed...."
Jean
"DOC Espresso is easily one of the busiest restaurants on Lygon street, and rightly so! Firstly, the food is reasonably priced. The serves..."
Juhi- Culture And Cuisine
"Everytime we come here it’s never disappoints. The simple fresh flavours and well thought out dishes are amazing. The closest I have found to..."
Mark
"I love D.O.C espresso. Hands down best pasta in Melbourne, I love their pomodoro pasta & their traditional Italian cocktails. I was however..."
HotChipy
"My friend and I got the Zucchini Piadina and Pappardelle.Zucchini piadina was so gooood. So filling and tastes amazing. Putting simple..."
Chewynoms
"I have been to the DOC pizza place many of times & always had a great experience! This place has a very different atmosphere but the food was just as..."
Shell Samuels
"Prosciutto, formaggio e spritz tutta la vita! Everything here at DOC espresso is delicious, from aperitivo, to mains and dessert. Most of the staff..."
Mia Tua
"My favourite place to go for lasagna and an Italian hot chocolate! It's the only place that I know of that serves thick gelatinous Italian hot..."
Thuyteeisaboy
"The best thing about this restaurant is the service, which is always amazingly fast given how popular they are. Pastas are fresh with a changing..."
Mlinda Saveur
"There's nothing I love better than a chacuterie and cheese plate for starters and a good, old school spag bol with a slice of bread with olive oil..."
Willtravelforfood17
"Highly recommend. Went for lunch and got spoilt with a delicious antipasto as a starter and lasagna to finish. YUM. Sit outside and watch the world..."
Tish Piaser
"I loved my meal (penne Di farro) here at DOC espresso. It cost $20 or so. My companion had the special of the day which was a $26 pasta and enjoyed..."
Mo
"Top tier pasta and a pleasant environment.  They cook their pasta 'al dente' which means that it's still rather chewy.  Most italian restaurants..."
Julius D'urden
"Nice Italian food, of very high quality. We are in Australia people and the Europeans don't serve the quantity we are used too!!The food is..."
Stelyios
"Good hot chocolate, served pretty quickly, the customer service was great and is in a good location, I will go again for sure, with friends and..."
Little Foodie
"Tried their carbonara spaghetti. Really delicious. Worth the try. Salami board is nice too. But beware of their coffee, a bit unfortunate that they..."
KH
"Ordered a Pappardelle pasta, can't fault it, very satisfied. Pasta cooked al dente, mushrooms very fresh and flavoursome. Husband ordered pasta of..."
A Black Sheep
"Pretty solid Italian food and for a fair price. The chicken carbonara was really good and patrons were so disappointed when it wasn't listed as a..."
Michael Guertin
"Great pasta!! Definitely worth a visit! We stopped here on our way to the museum on a Sunday and had some amazing pasta. It was cooked to..."
Scomanda
Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana
82/100 (2904 ratings)
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Full Bar
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Mid-range
"Stumbled upon this great restaurant when walking through Melbourne late on our first night down there. We were looking for something decent for..."
Jessica Crouch
"Awesome find! I highly recommend the spinach and ricotta cannelloni. Great vibe and reasonable prices. Will be a regular joint when we visit from..."
Ryls G Cole
"The service was fantastic at this restaurant and the found was great at very good prices. I recommend the gnocchi ! 😍 I don't even like gnocchi..."
Ellora Jane
"Looked for a restaurant with simple good food near Athaneum Theatre Maccaroni came up. From 1st contact felt really happy got good advice as to..."
Sue Evans
"excellent food, warm atmosphere and service at the top! We are delighted with our experience in this property and will be happy to return on our next..."
Sam Zirah
"Some of the best Italian food that I have ever had! Fantastic service, friendly staff, and a lovely atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back and..."
Rhiannon Williams
"Food is always delicious though they forgot to bring a liquor and other times the waiter could have been a bit..."
Pam Morr
"We had a tipical Italian antipasto and gnocchi, I can't really tell how good our lunch was. We are Italian and it was like to be in our home country..."
Jessica D'Imperio
"one of the best Italian restaurants I have ever been to. The food was simple, authentic and prepared with attention to..."
Tom Li
"Very delicious Italian restaurant with great ambience! The menu boasts a great selection, with lots of vegan options. The restaurant is great for..."
Annabel Khamly
"Lovely, clean ambience and we had a friendly and accomodating waitress. Pasta was absolutely fantastic and authentic Italian. Have seen this..."
Janice Liew
"I'd seen Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana before but finally got tempted to try it with Zomato Gold and I'm glad I did! The pasta and pizza were..."
Daisy
"Nice meal in quirky..."
Vesna Lombardi
"Fast and friendly service. We had the fettuccine lamb ragu and the maccaroni incasciati, both were very delicious. I’ve never had a specific..."
Grace Lin
"Been here a few times as the restaurant has Zomato Gold, and it’s always consistently good. The flavours are fresh and the staff are friendly. It..."
ARMANEATS
"Ordered the Maccaroni Incasciata and it was tasted great. Good portion. Quick service and friendly staffs. Definitely a recommended place to eat in..."
Marcel Putrastya Adhitama
"Had lunch here with a friend using the Zomato Gold 1 for 1 deal. I had the mushroom pappardelle. Pasta is nice and freshly made, the sauce was creamy..."
Marcus
"Atmosphere, staff, and pasta were great. Pizza base was somewhat..."
Stuart Summerville
"Came here around lunchtime on a Friday. I was not really busy. We ordered a seafood pasta and a pizza along with a side dish. The food came..."
Jenny QUINN
"Great Italian restaurant in CBD. It was a busy night and we visited here without a reservation, but the staff organised a table quickly. Thanks to..."
Chai
"A cute little Italian restaurant hidden in a laneway. Upon arrival we were greeted warmly by our waitress. The place is very cozy. We went for the..."
Stelly
"Food is delicious and good ambience. ZG accepted here. Definitely will..."
Love2eat
"Nice restaurant with great atmosphere. IMHO, they have limited choices of pasta and the taste is..."
Grace
"3.5Pleasantly surprised! It was far from traditional but it was tasty comfort food. I had the fettuccine with bacon and zucchini and loads of..."
Gee
"Come one, come all, come hungry.Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana serves enough food on its $45 set menu that you wont feel the urge to eat..."
Mr And Mrs S
"Came in no booking for one in this bustling restaurant set in an alley way on route to a car park believe it or not.Once inside I was..."
Baba Gump
"Love the pizzas, i go there almost every week to eat. I guess this is by far the best place for pizza in Melbourne..."
Jd Narula
"Good service and great atmosphere.Tried the prosciutto pizza and the macaroni. The macaroni was great had great flavour and was baked in..."
Ray
"A great Italian restaurant in the city and one of Melbourne’s best kept secrets. They have gone through multiple renovations but the food remains..."
Kris L
"Perfectly cooked pasta. Some very interesting items on the menu including multiple vegan pasta options. Generous pasta servings and friendly service...."
Foodventurer
"We had lunch during the week, using the Zomato gold offer. The service was very friendly, the food came fast, and it was very refined and good. The..."
Loulou
"Slight overpriced but the pasta was really good! Love their maccaroni ! Wish they add more cheese in it. Spaghetti bolognese was so so but..."
WK
"Came back here for another dinner in a while because they recently joined Zomato Gold. We had 2 entrees, 2 pastas and a pizza for just $74 thanks to..."
Eat_Sleep_Repeat
"I’m so in love with this restaurant! The ambience and vibe and the service were all so perfect! Had the fettuccine pork belly & porcini..."
Priscilla Yeo
"Very good service. The pasta was firm and..."
Gourmet Explorer
"Overall food was great. Restaurant wasn't very busy at lunch time on a weekday. Quick..."
Alok Shah
"Went here previously in March 2019 and feel the pork belly and mushroom fettuccine was mote impressive on our first visit. The walnuts was more..."
The World’s My Oyster
"We came here on a Thursday night to take up on the Zomato Gold 1+1 on food offer for the first time (bill came up to a total $31 for 2 people..."
Jen Eats Away
"100% would recommend the mushroom pasta. It was amazing. Chips weren’t that amazing as they lacked..."
Vernice
"(3,5) Food: ⭐️⭐️⭐️Service:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Price: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Usually I don’t like eating..."
Larissa Mayumi
"Walk in and feel the chill vibes. Well lit restuarant with brown tables and vines that dangle above.Gnocchi sorrentina- imagine light balls..."
Cookielessvee
"Sometimes visit here cuz not too crowded inside and staffs are friendly food is overall okay. Zomato gold 1+1 dish is very worthy to use it..."
Dolphin
"Great food, Italian wine, service and value. Tucked away on a side street off Collins St, I am glad I found this restaurant on Zomato because I would..."
Ryan+Maryane
"Delicious gnocchi as per usual, kind staff and lovely warm..."
Mikip98
"3.5 stars ⭐️ Really like their lasagna here and their carbonara, but their calamari with chips was so so. The portion size is also a bit weird...."
Piggyeatalot
"Nice place, was pretty full as I imagine it would be each night. Food was fantastic as was the service. Just be aware if your after a quiet dinner..."
Gianni S
"A very good Italian restaurant with some very authentic, tasty and memorable dishes.Located on Collins St near Flinders, my friend and I..."
Kevin & Emily
"We loved 😍We ordered the truffle and mushroom pappardelle and it was absolutely delicious! We have ordered the same dish twice. It wasn’t..."
Withaknifeandfork
"There was great service and friendly as well. The food was great quality and fast really love the gnocchi was great dad had meatball speacial and..."
Ossie Osco
"We had Mother’s Day lunch here today and really enjoyed it! I had booked online but for some reason it hadn’t come up in the restaurants system -..."
Foodismyfave
"Will definitely be returning! I stuffed up my booking time and they were more than happy to accommodate us. Great meals and great customer service,..."
1BigFella
"Saw this spot had great reviews on Zomato so my friends and I figured we would have to check it out for dinner. We ordered garlic bread for..."
Hansi Dissanayake
"What a beautiful little spot! We were lucky to eat here before going to see a show at the Regent theatre. The food was really good, I had the..."
Dario Casale
"Undying is my love for Italian food. Yet another Italian place I visited recently as the craving for that fresh homemade pasta and wood-fired pizza..."
Cavin Daniel
"Service was fantastic. Super inviting and welcoming staff. Restaurant felt very relaxed and warm. Charming atmosphere. Yummy food. The highlight was..."
Melanie Potter
"Risotto marinara is absolutely amazing! Fresh material and best cooking. It surprised me. Rice is soft and tasty, best balance with the soup...."
Jingwen Hu
"Food:The fettucine pork belly was an absolutely delicious meal. The pasta was creamy and flavourful, the pasta was well cooked. The mix of the..."
Mr NomNom
"The place is very cosy and place where you can enjoy food and talk. The no wifi policy is very nice. This gives people chance to enjoy the food. The..."
Raghunath Kulkarni
"It was my friend’s birthday and we wanted to surprise her. Booking this place for the special event was the perfect choice! The food was good and..."
Mai Alday
"We were quite surprised that such a nice restaurant would be so quite at noon. The vibe and service was great, so did the food here! We ordered a..."
Chuhong Wu
"Came here for lunch with a friend as conveniently located for both of us. It’s a blink and you’ll miss location as located down an alley with not..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"We found this place while searching for a casual Italian restaurant and we had a great experience. It was last Friday so public holiday and they had..."
Clarinna
"Cozy restaurant with friendly staff. We ordered Caprese, Pappadelle Funghi, and pizza. The pasta was cooked to perfection. Rich sauce. Highly..."
Valerie
"Had dinner with a few friends on a Friday night after work. Ambience : 4/5. Cosy with warm dimly lights. Stylish contemporary decoration with..."
Moieats
"This place is warm and family friendly. The staff were friendly and offered suggestions. Their special lamb ragu pasta is the best as are their..."
Lauren
"Very good place. Shared a pizza and pasta and have to say they were both very very good. Quite impressed. Service was good however initially on one..."
Justin Reed
"Service 10/10Food 10/10This place is cute with the candle lights on the table, cute little restaurant for some delightful pasta. Would..."
Just Your Average Foodie
"My partner and I discovered the place whilst getting lost down one of the many lane ways Melbourne has to offer. The wine selection was superb, and..."
Lauren Bradshaw
"Thought we would change it up and try something new. They have a whole menu dedicated to vegan if you're after that. A great range of food. The..."
DamoForce Food
"I came here for a friend’s birthday dinner and upon entering, felt a warm and cosy atmosphere that screamed Italian. I think what must’ve added..."
Christy
"Went for dinner last Saturday, my friend and I were lucky to get a seat without a booking. The atmosphere was positive and light. Food and..."
General Foodee
"Came to Maccaroni Trattoria Italiana on a cold Tuesday night for dinner and left satisfied. Atmosphere: Cosy, with candles, perfect for..."
TimTamEats
"I have come here for quite a few times. You will come here over and over again if you try once. The best pasta ever had in Melbourne. Love the..."
Gn02406868
"Came here for the first time tonight before a show at the regent theatre. Staff were so friendly and welcoming; really cute place nice and cozy. We..."
Teneale Sharman
"I love this place! Visited this place a couple of times, but the crowd every time has been unpredictable. So best to book before you visit. On our..."
Spoorthy Reddy
"The pasta was great! Loved it! Pizza was sooooo salty, because of the olive and another little things which I dont know the name. Atmosphere is okay,..."
Hassan Kalantari
"Amazing place, Great staff and great food. The food was prepared promptly and was of a high quality. The atmosphere was nice with it feeling relaxed..."
Alek Liaros
"Absolutely fantastic 💯 Would recommend 👌 The service and the food was great. Was good to see Melbourne back to life. Great coffee and desert..."
Anthony Muni
"I can say, without hyperbole, that the pumpkin gnocchi was the best I have ever had. My mother loved the salmon gnocchi. Excellent service and timing..."
James O'Dwyer
Il Gambero
82/100 (1299 ratings)
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Mid-range
"Great service, great food! Very attentive and made our dining experience easy (even with 2 young ones). Oysters, seafood platter and Frankie pizza..."
Jess Watts
"Amazing food and service! On our 6 night holiday in Melbourne we ate here on 3 separate occasions and were mind blown. Best carbonara I have ever had..."
Jessica Munro
"Heaps of options for someone who is gluten free so that was amazing! Impossible to find gluten free options for Italian food usually. Loved..."
Ella Renwick
"Coming down from Darwin for work I was lucky to have amazing friends surprise me by taking me to this fantastic restaurant. My taste buds were..."
Kim Power
"Frequented this place when I was at univ 38 years ago. My fave was their spaghetti marinara. So sampled again recently, the quality is still the..."
Werner Sutanto
"The food and service here is exceptional. Our new fave place to dine..."
Lisa Grumley
"All the food we had was amazing . Bought back childhood memories of when dad used to take us. We will be..."
Carol Fernandez
"Have been coming here for years and years and it never disappoints. The food is absolutely fabulous with the best focaccia ever! Love..."
Mandy Hafey Strongman
"I can't speak highly enough of our experience here. Food was exceptional, service was without fault. We had an amazing night and I highly recommend..."
Paige Beriman
"Love love the seafood taster platter!! Always guaranteed a great..."
Angela Limanis
"We had a plate of bistecca alla gambero, which is a 500gms of an eye fillet steak topped with oyesters, prawns, mushrooms, even macaroni, scallop,..."
Aditi
"Food was well priced and good portion. I think it is authentic and tasty. Although the garlic bread and chicken parma are both on the salty side...."
Helen Liu
"Wanted a quick meal before movies and I only ordered penne calabrese. The spicy taste was done to perfection just like the pasta. Perfect comfort..."
Dran
"Found them on the entertainment book and thought we will give it a try. They definitely did not disappoint, they serve authentic Italian pizza and..."
M3lissa____
"🍕 Pizza 5/5 ⭐️The best way to measure an Italian’s restaurant standard of pizza is to order a margarita. Il Gambero’s margarita calls..."
Foodie Voucher Queen 👸🏻
"Had a wonderful lunch with friends at this little Italian restaurant. Ordered the Il Gambero and Angnello pizzas, and both were great!! 😊 the..."
Ji Song
"I walked passed this restaurant so many times and never thought of trying until today. the interior decor is very welcoming and warm. the staff and..."
Bon Bon
"Regular dinner spot for my family and I. Welcoming Italian restaurant with rich, nourishing, tasty food. Have tried nearly all the pasta & risottos..."
Meg Gro
"My kids and I are very frequent diners at Il Gambero. I only rate 2-3 Italian joints on Lygon St and Il Gambero is at the top of my list. The..."
Mullsy
"Had a family lunch here on a Saturday with 14 in the group including little kids. The restaurant was very accommodating with great service. Nice..."
Ajcajc
"Back after a very long time and I had to admit I was really impressed with our meals. The interior looks fresh and contemporary. There's ample..."
Rennie
"Our first time at Il Gambero after deciding to try a different spot from our usual on Lygon St since we had the Entertainment book voucher and we..."
Lil’MissNyonya
"Food is good and atmosphere is lovely too! My partner and I had the princess pasta (not too saucy and has a tinge of spiciness which we love) and the..."
Xuanly
"Il Gambero is the place we frequent with family and relatives. It’s a homey restaurant that’s great for large groups. The pasta and pizza..."
Kris L
"Have eaten here quite a few times now. I think it is the best value pasta on Lygon street. It is delicious- perfectly aldente, full of flavour and..."
Karma Clarke
"Lovely food. Their pastas had generous portions of quality ingredients, not just overloaded with pasta. The staff were also very friendly and super..."
Emmy_femmy76
"Had takeaway but the restaurant was also very nice inside. Really nice arrabiata gnocchi and very friendly and quick service. Quite a few vegetarian..."
Megejane
"The PRINCESS pasta was GOOD!!! I love mushroom and prawn so this is exactly what I want. The sauce was just perfect, not too cheesy or dry. Highly..."
Trang The Foodie
"Located in the heart of Melbourne's Little Italy, Lygon Street, Il Gambero is a delightful Italian restaurant turning out fresh, high quality Italian..."
Stelyios
"Located on Lygon Street amongst the Italian restaurants hub, this outlet is quite visible from a distance although the decor and displays could be..."
Food Expert Puru
"Il Gambero is right opposite Argyle Place Park in Lygon, and we came in here to pick up some Italian for dinner. We ordered the Super Special Pizza..."
The Casual Diner
"Truly holds onto traditional Italian values where good food is best enjoyed sharing, and in groups.Reservations here are easy and a must if..."
Don'tMessWithMyFood
"Went with a group of around 20 people, and was thoroughly happy with the food, service and venue at Il Gambero. I ordered the mixed platter of..."
Nick
"Place is nice and cozy with a nice atmosphere.Pizza that was gluten free based that my wife ordered was a bit undercooked. Base tasted..."
Brunos Food Safari
"Love the food. I’ve had the princess gnocchi and a pizza recently, both great. Definitely worth coming back.Staffing is very friendly and..."
Luiz Fellipe Lopes
"First time here was fairly full but sat us quite quickly as others were leaving (waited about 5 mins) I had pollo con gamberi it was really nice you..."
Susy Leonard
"Good food , big portion and with reasonable pricing. We order two pasta il gambero and parmigiana. Definitely recommend the il gambero as the Napoli..."
50% Coffee 50% Food
"Reliably the best Italian restaurant on Lygon St. Whilst not the cheapest and not the largest sizes (order a large pasta even if you don't usually)..."
BH
"I visited their sister restaurant in Queensland last summer (Marios) and I fell in love with Italian again. So as soon as I returned I took..."
Angey
"Pizza Super for lunch. Nothing to complain.. asked extra blue cheese to my pizza, all as ordered. Pizza size was good, definitely enough for one..."
Finn & Filo Downunder
"Excellent service, great food, good ambienceEnjoyed my birthday dinner here. Our waiter was very patient with our group and very helpful,..."
@melbourne.cheapeats
"Another of my dad's favorites. Pasta was not bad although a little overcooked. The white marinara was a particular highlight though. Other dishes..."
Edgar Darmawan
"A good italian restaurant serving up the classics. Ambience is nice and the service efficient and friendly, prices are reasonable. Worth a..."
Gursharan Chana
"This is a lovely place with great food, drinks and wonderful service. The price is also very reasonable if combining and sharing with family and..."
Jean
"Very rarely does a restaurant nail entré / mains & dessert but these guys did. Highly recommend this beautiful establishment. Thank you 👌🏻 ..."
Rachel Ritz
"Friendly and accomodating staffs, great authentic Italian food. The bruschetta (fresh tomato with vinegar and olive oil on a pizza base) is..."
Rachel Yuanyuan Wang
"Went here last weekend for the second time, the service level dropped. Fried Calamari, Gnocchi and BBQ Chicken pizza is definitely a must..."
Madeleine Allbright
"We were a large group and the restaurant was full but the staff were very friendly and accomodating. Meals were served quickly and there was no..."
Queen G
"Lovely venue, friendly service but average food.We were here during the Christmas holiday period and luckily this place was still open and..."
Luke And Hannah
"Lovely service! This Italian restaurant is easy to find on lygon street. The staff are really friendly and are willing to help you to decide what to..."
MF
"Il Gambero located in Lygon st, and it's speciality is Italian and seafood! We ordered a seafood plate and a marinara pizza. They all tasted good,..."
Hello World!
"The rating seems appropriate as I am not a pizza and beer man - but more of  a person who loves good food, spice, uniqueness and..."
Timbo
"We come here twice a year or so, somehow this was different. The pasta was on the oily side and the flavours weren't as strong. The marinara didn't..."
YummyMummy
"Dinner was perfect. The food was top quality and the staff very attentive. We had pizzas and pastas and desertsWill return as well worth..."
Nickinya
"Came for dinner recently. Prompt and friendly service & good food. Had the Il Gambero (GF), spicy prawn and scallops risotto, spaghetti bolognese and..."
Amy
"Lunched today at 11:15am at Il Gambero & I chose their Pollo penne entrée size (Pan-fried chicken pieces, mushrooms, spring onions and cream) which..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"Tasty food. Good kid options. Kid meals are $10. Actually real calamari and it was very tender. Served with salad. Service was..."
John Regos
"Very nice place for family dinner. Generous food and taste good. Can tell the place is kids friendly, and it makes me really happy for it. Pasta is..."
Eatcoffeelove
"The food is really nice but the desert is super disappointing. The peach cake was so dry and tasteless and the tiramisu was average. Overall, the..."
Nick
"They have great pizza: lovely, fresh base and toppings! Best value for Italian food on the street! Trendy and modern venue, with a great..."
James Fabian Farelli
"This place is great! Went at about 8pm on a Friday night.The place is really nice with truly homely feeling food!Had to wait a..."
Justin Jub Bai
"Very tasty italian food with a lot of choice in the menu. The prices are a little bit on the high end of Lygon's street standards but the service and..."
Foodielicious
"I'm biased, my cousins work and are part owners, so I always love the food and atmosphere - reminds me of my childhood. Great Italian food served..."
MM
"We came here as we had a voucher in the entertainment book. We had an early meal on a Saturday night. Service was excellent & the menu had lots of..."
Franji
"Great food and great service. The menu is very diverse with lots of delicious options. It is a little expensive compared to some other Lygon options..."
Shelly
"My wife and I had Friday lunch using the discount from the Entertainment Book.   The restaurant was very busy but the staff still provided..."
Lindsay
"Brilliant gnocchis! Fresh, smooth and delicious dishes. A well located place to visit with family and friends for reasonable prices. Service was..."
Juan
"Il Fantastico! Beautiful Italian food, good prices and friendly staff. The only downside is that we couldn't get a refill on our drinks after..."
Luke
"Excellent experience overall. There was a short wait for a table but was well worth it. Their focaccia herb and garlic bread pizza was a nice entree..."
Emma Harding
"Il Gambero consistently provides friendly and efficient service with delicious and filling food. Often on Lygon st I can feel like I am being pounced..."
Madeleine Scerri
"Chicken Parma. Succulent chicken; perfect amount of topping; nice variation to the salad accompaniment; potatoes were crisp and fluffy. Great..."
Daniel
"They serve fresh pasta and prompt food service. I am going to make another visit for..."
Neysavaleria.lcbmeta
"Nice food. Great service. Gluten free friendly. Nice food. I had pan seared prawns. Good quality & quantity. Staff friendly. Well..."
Maria Papa
"Best gnocci you will ever have!. A range of pasta to choose from but you should try the..."
Wilzt
"Absolutely delicious pizza! Ordered the il gambero and the mexicana, they tasted so fresh and the crust was so yummy! Not too thick not too thin,..."
Miss Olives
"Very happy.. I came here with a total of 8 people and was very impressed with the service, here are some of the reasons why.1) I booked online..."
Drim Srim
"Consistently Great Food. My wife and I really enjoy coming to Il Gambero on the Park. We originally discovered it by accident but for the past few..."
Mightymoe510
"Wonderful gem down the other end of Lygon Street. Was very pleasantly surprised when I took my mother to eat here. Portions were generous and the..."
Mon
"I'm in love. Last night we dropped in with some friends and I didn't know what to expect, and I have to say, I was pleasantly surprised with..."
Jennifer Lea
"Definitely amazing gnocchi! They're a must have!! Service was fast and friendly. The marroncino was excellent, but the chocolate mousse and crepes..."
C.A.T. TV
"I’ve been here twice in a month. I love it so much! Great food, friendly service and very well priced too. I recommend the carbonara, and any pasta..."
Leenathelawyer
"Great atmosphere and wine. The tempranillo was beautiful. Thin crust woodfire pizza was pretty fire as well. Would love a bit more saltiness on the..."
Lincoln J Lim
"Excellent experience here. Friendly staff welcomed us in. Took our orders quickly and food wasn’t long after ordering. My white wine was cool and..."
Maggie Triantafillou
"Walked in and there wasn't anyone to greet us besides kitchen staff. It was clear they were still organising the restaurant as they had just opened..."
James Aslan
"Found this restaurant just walking through Lygon Street and was not disappointed. Food was delicious and staff were..."
Melissa Darley
"Quite delicious and generous portion sizes, staff there are also super friendly and..."
Duyen Tran
Max Bar Restaurant
81/100 (3055 ratings)
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"Had diner here on a Monday night place was packed !! Great staff ... red wine was always full.... great food and venue !! Loved there pizza and..."
Gerard Medcalf
"Me and Hubby were here last night for the first time and the food was amazing, Hubby ordered the surf and turf and their steak was cooked to..."
Hulya Samanli
"Fantastic service, staff & food. Highly recommend to anyone to eat here. Thanks for a fantastic..."
Diane Hallam
"Absolutely amazing food and service. Would have to be without a doubt one of Melbourne’s best restaurants!..."
Gisella Donato
"Great restaurant! The food was exceptional and the service was on point. Also, it was a very comfortable..."
Josh Kirkegaard
"Great place good food , good staff best atomsphear recommended..."
Sam Cugnetto
"Great atmosphere and excellent food. The seafood paella was delicious and one of the best I have had in..."
Adrianna Mortier
"Love this place.... my favourite restaurant in Melbourne, delicious food & great..."
Tracy Johnson
"Best meal in a long time! Food and service was great, reasonably priced and the atmosphere completed with a guitar player and friendly staff was just..."
Joshua Smailes
"What a fantastic atmosphere, service and most importantly the food was devine. The pork belly was tender with beautiful flavors of Italian decent,..."
Donna Long
"Fabulous food fabulous staff had a great meal and a great night would definitely go again..."
Rich N Jo Savage
"😱Lizzie’s first impression: it’s always so lively here especially during lunchtimes -there’s ample of space as it takes over two restaurant..."
Lizzie Eats Melbourne
"Celebrated my brother’s birthday here and made a booking for 6. The service was really friendly. We ordered a dish each among us. Food came out in..."
Annyeongjen
"Love this place so much. One of my favourite Italian places in Melbourne. It’s good for its price and the quality is great. Been here a couple of..."
Food W/ Soph
"Casual dining. No complaints, reasonable prices, tasty food and no long wait times and it has atmosphere. Would recommend the tasting..."
Jayde
"I liked how big their menu was - they offer breakfast, lunch and dinner here. I had some breakfast. Staff were welcoming and promptly seated the two..."
E
"One of the many restaurants on Hardware Lane. The food is good, and the service is fast and efficient. Not a bad place to stop by for a quick bite to..."
Dumba
"4 stars because the waitress who served us was genuinely so sweet and lovely, checking on us to make sure we were ready for drinks or meal etc. It..."
Misskitchen
"Max on Hardware is one of my favourite places to go when I'm in Melbourne, all of the dishes I have tried on their menu is delicious. The service is..."
Sarah Mosley
"Originally booked another place nearby but had a change of mind last minute due to lack of service there. So we walked in to Max. Peter our host was..."
Food Monkey
"Seafood Paella •The dish was massive, it was quite overwhelming with that much orange rice in front of your face. I was really surprised by..."
Kathy Chen
"This is well established restaurant in Hardware lane, a must visit area. I love the atmosphere here, you dine with open air and street music. Lamb..."
The Gastronomist
"Nice location with great food, paella was the best from all of our order ! Definitely worth a try and also don’t forget to try their pesto..."
Dickson Chong
"The food was good, but a bit pricey. Staff were prompt but also quite casual, as they were standing around laughing at talking. I don’t mind this,..."
Louise India Suckling
"My friends and I were looking for an Italian restaurant on Hardware Lane and we were roped in by the mention of free drinks. We ordered a main each..."
Jin Jau Liau
"Came here on a week day night to catch up with some old friends. Service was really friendly and quick.We ordered a platter to start with..."
Eating Away Melbourne
"Ordered takeaway meals, staff were lovely and accommodating in dietary requirements. Food cooked and we were out the door within 10 minutes. Food was..."
Jordan Bonner
"There are so many cafes on Hardware land but this one is one of the best cafes I have ever . The Service is great the staff are very attentive...."
Sabrina Trung
"The staff were really friendly however the staff advertising were quite persistent. The food was pretty average but the burgers were exceptionally..."
Katerina
"The Dear Luncher was impressed with the attentiveness of the staff and their ability to co-ordinate large groups settling in for festive feasts this..."
The Dear Luncher
"Visited this place for a weekend dinner. The ambiance is great and food was good. Loved the Arancini Balls, Chili prawns and the Mango Daquiri. The..."
Nupur Bhople
"This place has 10/10 food and great service. We ordered pizza, steak and gnocchi, everything was delicious and arrived promptly...."
Ruba
"In the busy street of Hardware Lane, we came across Max. Feeling hungry and everywhere else being full, we decided to try it out and it was a darn..."
Win - FSC
"Staff are excellent service out of this world Do change anything such a breathe of fresh air in my dinning experience for Melbourne CBD..."
Marc
"I'd gone with one of my mate last weekend( Sunday) we had ordered for couple of drinks. The hospitality is superb. Service is impeccable. However the..."
Sanjana Pundir
"Was with a party of 7 on a Thursday night. Very friendly staff, service was great and food came out very quickly considering how busy it was. Had the..."
Brinda Pandiyan
"It's truly an Italian dinner. The best pasta here in Melbourne so far. I ordered the penne pesto and my boyfriend had the fettuccine carbonara. I..."
Clueless_Chic
"Waiters are very attentive, friendly and with great recommendation of red wine. Barramundi and calamari was great, bugs is a bit dry. Overall good..."
Rae
"We really enjoyed our meals here, so the average reviews were a surprise. My entree tasting plate was very tasty, with tender calimari and standout..."
Hooray4bread
"Highly recommend! Whether it was the late night carb hit or the complementary glass of wine-this place was wonderful!Customer service was..."
Crispybacon
"I ate early (around 4:30pm) so plenty of tables available. Staff are courteous and friendly. Just good food - the Pumpkin Risotto was excellent,..."
Francesbutler64
"The staff here are extremely kind, friendly and helpful. We went with a big group and service was great despite it being busy. They kept our birthday..."
Dishti Sasan
"I had the homemade spinach gnocchi and it was very delicious! The menu is quite extensive with plenty for the whole family to choose..."
Descartesmuse
"It has been 2 years since we ate here and still talk about it and agree it would be one of the best dining experience we have ever had. From the..."
Michellebrackebush
"Amazing restaurant, from the moment we walked in. Staff were great and the food was amazingly divine. I can not fault this restaurant. Easily one of..."
Queen G
"Wonderful dinning experience from Max, professional service from the waiter, and the spaghetti taste and portion were both so nice, lots of..."
Sally Wu
"Had the lasagna which was amazing! My husband had the Diavola pizza which was okay. Will be back for the lasagna alone! That sauce is to die..."
YMac
"Good place with an extensive menu (including good vegetarian options). We went here for lunch couple of days back and ordered Penne Pesto pasta,..."
Ashmita
"In the city for a relaxing weekend, decided to try little Lygon St, Hardware Lane for a nice dinner. Settled on Max, as it had the most people..."
Neil The Foodie
"Arrived in Melbourne at a quite late hour, me and my friend was wandering around Hardware Lane and the staff at Max was very attentive and welcoming,..."
Bie
"Been there twice, had Paella, Pasta, calamari and salads. The fish salad was really nice, very young and soft fish with vegetables and tomatoes...."
Cathleen
"We had breakfast here after a friend's wedding reception. The choice of hardy filling food was welcome. The staff were polite and attentive, and the..."
Joshua Yates
"I ordered one of their most popular dishes which was the lamb pizza. I really liked it although I wished that there was more toppings on the pizza...."
Danielle Nguyen
"Awesome food even better service. They catered for my family, stored away my pram safely and even gave me a private room to change my baby...."
Yumm Food
"I love dining on hardware lane. While the foods not necessarily the best there’s just something atmospheric and so very Melbourne about laneways..."
Good Food Good Mood
"Good vibe and great quality food with excellent presentation and variety. Service is fantastic, maybe a little too constant and rushed. No huge wait..."
JustEatIt
"Good food and quick service. Had the lemon lime bitters, it was made perfectly! The outdoors seating is great and staff makes you feel welcome every..."
Marcia Rodrigues
"We went here with a big group and were really impressed with the service and quality of the food considering how busy the restaurant was! Would..."
Melbourne Food Journey
"It is decent and edible. We got free moscato on the house with free appetiser which sweetened the deal. The ambiance of the restaurant was nice -..."
Rae Prendol
"Hi, here in Melbourne .Breakfast today before heading home to Perth.Hardware Lane is lively and difficult to choose between places to..."
Carolynevans2
"Had the chicken risotto it was very delicious! and they had an offer for free drinks with every meal which was great! It has a nice outdoor seating..."
Nadz_berry_crunch
"Awesome place, haven't been to Melbourne before walking the streets to find somewhere. Not to pushy really great service! Amazing food! Will be back..."
Shae Ramsey
"Just like to give a shout out to Max on Hardware for a great lunch. We arrived without a booking for looking for a table of 12 and Max was able to..."
Matthew Mersin
"Pizza to the Max :)My food adventures in Hardware Lane are drawing to a close now and I felt like a nice, light sendoff so I headed in to..."
Mikey Lee Ray
Tiamo
81/100 (1340 ratings)
Restaurants
Southern-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Sicilian
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Italian
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Vegan Options
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Lunch
Breakfast
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Calamari
Tortelloni
Risotto
Cannelloni
Mussels
Prosciutto
Minestrone
Calamares
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Bruschette
Prawns
Pesto
Beef
Fish
Antipasti
Tiramisu
Ragu
Meatballs
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
Carbonara
Salad
Tortellini
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Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
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Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
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Mid-range
"Our experience was awesome, service was very good, food ordered and received meals with 10-15 mins from order being taken. Atmosphere was beautiful...."
Jules Clydsdale
"First time here and the food does not disappoint. We are still hungry and will be ordering dessert now..."
Xajin Jian
"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..."
Lisa Barbarossa
"Great food made by staff that understand what Italian food should taste..."
Tony Tracie Agnello
"Amazing food , great atmosphere and fantastic staff! We’ll definitely be..."
Sarah Clark
"This place was recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint, I will happily return when i'm in Melbourne..."
Leon Yeates
"Awesome seafood platter and great service. We will be..."
Samantha Wheeldon
"What a great place, wonderful crew, great food, excellent coffee, ticks all the..."
Peter Lewis
"Fantastic service , amazing food � ����� The staff we're so lovely and warm..."
Kassi Skerget
"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..."
LC
"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..."
Sheila Monalisa
"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..."
Mia Tua
"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,..."
Chomp
"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..."
Ahh_Blueberry
"A great place to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine with generous portions. Ordered couple of pizza, pastas and breads. Everything was made to..."
Abhishek Saini
"Great ambience, beautiful pasta and pizza, quick service and overall a great experience. Highly recommended! We chose to sit outside and the..."
Amisha Patel
"Great pizza for a great price ! Portions were generous shared amongst 5 people, pizza and pasta were fresh and delicious. Awesome place for..."
Meowktail
"Nothing better then eating a nice cultural Italian meal.Love being Italian and love scoffing down our traditional foods!!The pastas were..."
Anth Cavalli
"Absolutely delicious. We came across this place on a Saturday afternoon, we tried the sausage pizza which was so yummy, minestrone soup and garlic..."
Hungry Little Caterpillar
"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...."
Revolver
"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 -..."
Kai Fuong
"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..."
Caitlin Jane
"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..."
Melbourne Epicurean Juror
"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!..."
Sarah
"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..."
SuziEats
"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..."
Mr And Mrs S
"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..."
Antoniette Santoro
"Non pretentious food, classic Italian home meals. The antipasto options are amazing.Whenever they have the house made granita running do..."
SamWasHere
"timeless place to enjoy some good Italian meal, it surely wears the "Melbourne institution" badge with honours. Always a great selection of antipasto..."
FoodieGary
"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..."
Karen
"Food 3.5/5Service 4/5Environment 5/5The food is average except the black squid risotto, which tastes so soft and juicy. We tried..."
Paul In OZ
"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..."
I. D.
"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!..."
5ilverr
"Tortellini Tartufo : 😍 Amazing Ortolana Pizza : 😍 Amazing Maccheroni della Zia : 😍 Amazing Wow! Can I just say what an..."
Grace
"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..."
Svsj
"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..."
Susan
"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..."
Edie
"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..."
Usagi
"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..."
MSG_Traveller
"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..."
Crabapples For Lunch
"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..."
Foods Storybooks
"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..."
Namaya Khanna
"Food was delicious, service was fair considering late night diners coming in at 9.45 for dinnerOne minus point is we ordered a glass of their..."
Wilson
"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..."
Alessandro Calabro
"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..."
Emilie
"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..."
Me
"The pastas were absolutely lovely, especially the carbonara. The pesto on the other hand, is snout average. Pizza was thin crust, and nicely done -..."
William Cheah
"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..."
Andrew Shelton
"Good traditional Italian food. I prefer their pasta and main dishes to their pizzas - a great choice for a traditional. Spaghetti or gnocchi. They..."
Hungry Tum
"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..."
Lasanthi Ratnayake
"Food: 🌟🌟🌟🌟We loved our dining experience at Tiamo. We ordered a Marinara Pasta and the Four Mushroom Special Pizza to share. Not..."
The Hunger Trail
"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..."
Elizabeth Laura Donald
"The place to go for delicious, quick, authentic and high quality italian food.  Rigatoni Beef Ragu and cheesecake are top notch.  Service is..."
Pete
"Tiamo is a classic Italian restaurant we keep returning to! The pasta is great, the atmosphere is lovely, and the food is reasonably priced...."
Hayley
"Will come back for:+ Mushroom chowder+ Spaghetti Don Giovanni + Pizza Calabrese You can taste the love and care in every..."
The Casual Diner
"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..."
Diva Isabel Nebreda
"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..."
George David Michaelides
"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..."
Saza_Lives_To_Eat
"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..."
Sivashankar Sivam
"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..."
Qianyi Lillian Li
"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..."
Cedric Pires
"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?..."
Jolean Juratovac
"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..."
Jenny Huynh
"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..."
Christinana
"This is a great spot, the pasta was sensational, pizza very good and the service flawless. Terrific atmosphere, great value, a treasure on..."
Jacqueline Galvin
"Tiamo is your stereotypical Italian restaurant- expect wooden chairs and tables, dimmed lighting, parmesan and cracked pepper and all your favourite..."
Natalie Dolan
"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..."
Captain Tofu 💪🌱☘️🍀
"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..."
L
"Time: Saturday LunchFood: Margherita Pizza- Flavoursome, generous amount of toppingsLighting: Near Non-existent, very dark inside..."
TimTamEats
"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...."
Treesaregreen
"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..."
Deji H
"Before trying this place, we did not realize this restaurant had been around for years. Definitely a hidden gem (although the queue say otherwise)...."
Edwar Kartio
"Great atmosphere right on Lygon - recurring customer for quite some time now. Fairly tentative staff with food coming out in adept..."
The Gourmet Foodi
"Co-ed bathroom causes some confusion at first...but adequate privacy and facilities for all humans. Espresso Martini is delicious, food is great,..."
Megan Richards
"A small unassuming deli with indoor and outdoor seating. The food however is freshly made from scratch and mindblowingly tasty! Staple Italian..."
Nancy Varkey
"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..."
Stelly
Gopal's Vegetarian
81/100 (789 ratings)
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Cheap Eats
"One of my favourite places to eat. My boyfriend and I visited for a week in Melbourne and your restaurant stood out as being the best vegan place we..."
Claire Sophia
"A special sanctuary in the heart of the city. A place to nourish and replenish body mind and soul. Gopals is my favourite place to lunch in the CBD..."
Fiona Donohoe-Bales
"My favourite place to eat. Best food and staff are so beautiful..."
Sharon Heerlein
"Really tasty vegan food and very nice people serving, great prices and nice atmosphere. Plus the cheesecake is the best I've..."
Bev Forrest
"Delicious warm vegan curry !!! The best ! Warm people too! They also do the best catering for your parties or..."
Sonia Esposito
"Yum!!! I'm not a "regular" vegetarian, but took my friends out for a meal here to try out some vegetarian dining. We absolutely LOVED the flavours..."
Jo Brookshaw
"Awesome place the staff were really friendly and easy to talk to and the bloke even helped us as we wanted to try something different with..."
Cameron Flemoe Fleming
"One of the best place for great vegetarian food. Absolutely loved..."
Veer Bhan
"I just had a pic of my empty plate after eating at Gopals turn up in my newsfeed memories, and yes... What lovely memories... When I lived in..."
Rachel LaUlu
"Fabulous vegan lunch today, thank you! Such good value and the curries were divine..."
Murjan Lancaster
"One of the best vegetarian place I have tried in Melbourne. Great taste and large portion. Would definitely recommend to check it out...."
Emilylambert728
"Gopals is just AMAZING. Many options everyday, tasty as heaven and no need to spend a fortune. Average price for a full menu including drink it's..."
María Paz Fredes
"It was lovely to return to Gopals and get my hippy back on. Although the place has changed a little, the essence of being a brilliant Vegetarian /..."
The Wandering Reviewer
"Vegan/vegetarian set (from $9.50)⭐️ 3.5/5 ⭐️🍴This Indian restaurant serves substantial, affordable #vegan or #vegetarian meals..."
Cafehoppingkids
"Hands down the best place for vegan food prepared with love in Melbourne. Everyone I know loves Gopals. Amazing value. Beautiful food and vibe...."
Corinne Jones
"Pretty good! Got the vegan platter and boy was it a lotta food. The curries were very tasty. Very filling and excellent value for money. The dessert..."
Belinda
"Simple vegetarian restaurant tucked away up the stairs on Swanston St. They have some good meal options, pocket-friendly and..."
Ayush Jain
"This one is for the health conscious ones. Healthy, tasty Indian vegetarian fare. Try their super delicious salads and the halwa with custard. I..."
Chasingawesomeness
"Consistenly good, wholesome vegan eats. It's the best place to get filled up on a budget. While other Hare Krishna places offer standard plates of..."
Quince And Cheese
"First time having a vegan meal and tasted okay.. Was quite surprised to find this place along the busy Swanston street.. We came here after work and..."
Kerli Kerli Kerli
"World Vegan day(14th Oct)in MelbourneI can't attend this time, instead of that I am had Vegan Meal. Nice to get vegan meal here, price..."
Hello.mukboya
"Hidden away is a homely canteen full of an ever changing vegetarian/vegan menu. Gopal’s pride themselves in their curries and I decided to give..."
Esther Wong
"Yummy nice vegan meal. I tried the 'not so hungry' meal which includes 2 curries, 2 salads, and some rice. The portion was quite large and the salad,..."
Eatingmakesmehappy
"I finally took a trip there tonight. I hope I’d have made it earlier. The food was great and exactly what you’d expect in a restaurant like that...."
Afrovegan
"Reasonable n generous amount of tasty food! Feast plate was more than filling for 1 Person. All cold Deserts are worth a tasting. Overall great..."
Radz
"So lovely and nice for a GREAT price. Like ridiculously cheap and filling :) My friend got the vegetable kofta which I tried and I highly recommend!..."
Erica Quan
"Conveniently located on the doorstep of bustling Swanston St, this is one of the oldest vegetarian restaurants in..."
Jasmine
"Came here twice for lunch and will keep coming. They're so generous and tasty. I'm not a vegetarian but I love this place so damn much. But..."
Qianyi Lillian Li
"Took my non vegan mates here and we had a GREAT time. Such chill vibes and delicious food and lovely staff. very good value for money. Great place to..."
Lilly Hooper
"Found Gopal’s while looking up MELBOURNE’S top rated Indian restaurants on Zomato. Decided to head in for lunch before an afternoon meeting in..."
Moetfan
"Heaps and heaps of food but it doesn't seem so bad since it's vegetarian so it must be healthy (right????) and such peaceful quietness for a busy..."
Iris Myandowski
"Food wise it was okay, i guess couldnt expect much of vegetarian food with this price, but m giving her (the waitress) extra points on being so nice..."
MF
"This is a terrific way to explore fresh fragrant fabulous curries on a low budget. And they have a kick. Delicious. I might be picky but surely..."
Check Please
"Great cheap vegetarian.  $9.90 will get you 2 curries, 2 salads & rice which is super filling & delicious. Ticks all the boxes in terms of getting..."
Speccy
"Very tasty vegetarian food. Fresh salads and meal deals. I always enjoy coming here. The best vegetarian restaurant i know.Great value..."
Emma Stevens
"There is something about this place. The Ambience is really soothing, and so is the food. I had a combo meal for $12 which had 2 veggies, 2 salads ,..."
Gaurav Jain
"Not being a vegetarian shouldn’t discourage you from coming to Gopals for a pretty damn substantial feed for a very reasonable price. You can get..."
Espy Eats
"I always come here for a good filling meal. The staff are overly generous with the portions (not a bad thing i guess). Definitely love the lasagna..."
Ilovevegetarianmelbourne
"Portion size matters, and the "not so hungry" combo hits the spot for me every time. You get lots of curry and salad, for a very reasonable price...."
Cat
"Beautiful, fresh and tasty food. Love the chickpea kofta and tofu with delicious and fresh salad. Service is always friendly and cheerful. Prices are..."
Mr MM Smith
"Great place for vegans and vegetarians. This place gets a bit busy during lunch time. The items at the counter change everyday. Its kind of a fusion..."
The Gastronaut
"Very cosy place with good food. I'm not vegetarian but still enjoyed the meal. Portion was quite generous and the price was well worth it. Would go..."
Shaun Chua
"Gopal's is a quick and easy lunch or dinner option for vegans and vegetarians located in the heart of the CBD. Service is swift and the..."
Veggirl
"I've been this place a few times now and the food amazes me each time. Before I tried gopals I never tried vegan/vegetarian food because I thought it..."
Olivia
"Huge portions, cheap, filling and absolutely delicious with a relaxed and quiet relaxed atmosphere (welcome from the hustle and bustle of Swanson..."
Chloe Walsh
"my favourite place in the world. healthy and hearty meal that always satisfies. nice salad, delicious curry looking out onto swanston so CHEAP..."
Amber
"Located in the heart of Melbourne, Gopals Restaurant serves a wide range of vegetarian and vegan cuisine. The interior is spacious, but has..."
KT
"One of my most favourite. Quality for the price. Their lasagna is to drool over. I brought over a friend here and she is a fan too now. Hope to visit..."
Jin
"Food was very tasty and the portions are huge! I had the not so hungry plate which was enormous with two curries, two salads and rice. I particularly..."
Λεία Εφστρατιου
"Vegan food with all the sides and gravies/curries were good but the rice was not cooked properly and the salads were not fresh. Will try again next..."
Pradeep Rajkumar
"I ordered a takeaway from here on a whim as I was Impressed by the varied menu and vegan options. The food was stunning. So much flavor, healthy, ..."
Danielle
"One of the best places in melboune CBD if you are looking for a pure vegetarian(No  onion is mixed in the food) restaurant that too on a very..."
Priyansh(http://foodieblr.blogspot.com/)
"Tried this out as my friend is a vegetarian. What can I say...best value for money ever. I had the not so hungry platter- 2 salads and 2 curries. I..."
PW Lou
"Great salads, curries etc are alright, sticky date pudding is bad. Would return to try again since its pretty cheap, vegan platter includes 2 salad,..."
Kim
"Solo lunch but with delicious food it makes for a great company. Had a medley of all the salads on offer which in the end turned out to be like a..."
Dominic Di Martino
"A good option for pure vegetarian foodies! The food is not at all spicy but rich in taste. The health factor is added by the option of salads,..."
Rishabh Shukla
"Great food with a nice atmosphere. We ordered the 'Not so hungry' set which was filling do dont be deceived, they are generous. My partner and I..."
Brendan Lee
"I wanted to love Gopals. I really did. For ages, my friends raved about their curries, their rice, their korma balls, their cheap prices... and more..."
Audrey Rose
"Hidden away in the hustle and bustle of Swanston Street, this place is a gem. A nice little selection of fresh and healthy cruelty free options to be..."
Schnitzel Von Krumm
"I chose 'Not so hungry' option which is the cheapest with 2 veg curry and 2 salads. Well, I still couldn't finish it at the end since portion was..."
Soju Yeo
"I have been here many times, Satisfying food every time, filling up my tummy. This place has made vegetarianism easy for me to get into. I skip..."
Markus Stravinsky
"A fantastic low-key vegetarian restaurant tucked away in the CBD!Pros- fantastic range of vegan food- warm, friendly staff-..."
Purple Anise
"I grew up with this lifestyle cuisine, called Sattvic or pure. Keep going back. Adelaide has one too, called Govinda's. Would say, for its quality,..."
Sriguru Datta
"Fast and delicious! You order ready-made food at the counter. Just what I needed. I had the spinach pie and two salads, but they have menus for the..."
Lorraine
"One of my fav vegetarian places in the CBD. Hidden upstairs away from the busy city it serves wholesome fresh tasty and healthy meals at a great..."
Kathy Bailey
"I've been going to Gopal's for 10 years now. It's one of the friendliest and most affordable vegetarian eateries in the CBD. The staff are always..."
Julian
"Yet another vegetarian place! Quite a streak for me. This place is clean and has a calm atmosphere. Huge quantities for the meals. Lots of choice...."
Kanchana Perera
"Delicious Vegetarian food. Not a bad variety. Not too oily or heavy. Very generous serving for the Vegan feast. Definitely will satiate your hunger...."
Tdiddy
"Some of the healthiest Indian in town! Cheap, generous servings at about $9-15ish for the mixed plates. Great for those who are new to South Asian..."
Yasmin T
"There are so many amazing things about Gopal's that I don't even know where to start. Go and see for yourself and you won't be disappointed,..."
T
"Wow what a great vego find in Melb! Cheap and great food! Have had the $9.50 2 salads/2 curries twice! Screw the expensive crap restaurants that try..."
Will Power
"Gopal has gone through a renovation recently. The place looks fresh and the food as always nicely cooked and done with dedication. Love the desserts..."
Juan Roberto
"I've come here a few times, mostly for takeaway. The salads are cheap and generally quite good, but they can be a little oily at times. I've also..."
TresHungry
"Guaranteed a cheerful and peaceful vegetarian or vegan meal at this establishment. The curries of the day are always tasty and the salad and the..."
Facebook User
"I want to cry from the happiness I feel for discovering this place. Just like everyone else has said, it's cheap, big and absolutely DELICIOUS!! My..."
Melbsgaleater
"Stumbled across this hidden gem and it is now one of my favourites for a clean, nutritious, quick, tasty meal. Tasty vegan/veggo who would have..."
Kevin Kwok
"Love love love. Please do yourself a favour and go here. Being a vegetarian i'm always on the lookout for veg cafes and restaurants and happened to..."
Kbakker
"One of my favourite places to grab a hearty and nutiritous lunch or dinner in the city that's friendly on the wallet. Vegetarian lasagne? Vegan..."
Eater
"This place is amazing! First time there and the guy behind the counter was understanding and very kind. Food is tasty and price is very cheap. I had..."
Foodie
"This place has such a nice, relaxing atmosphere. The food is healthy and great value for the price. They could do with refurbishment & new..."
Breanna Jane
"Great place for a quick bite! Large servings and cheap prices :) Not a really a 'sit down' place - but good if you are doing errands in the city or..."
EIya Almuhana
"Delicious, Generous, Clean, Friendly. The food was deliciousThe staff were delightfulThe atmosphere was divineThe price was..."
Hollie Johnson
"...situated up a flight of stairs on Swanston Street, offering relief from the daily hustle and bustle of the city. On our most recent visit, we..."
Sweet And Sour Fork
"I discovered this little gem one random lunch time when T tentatively suggested it, double checking whether I would be ready for something a bit out..."
Melbourne Glutton
"Delicious!. Delicious food, lovely and clean, flowers on the tables and paintings on the walls. Great atmosphere and great..."
Noms
"Great budget priced vegetarian food - $9.90 Lasagne + Salad but cafe bit smelly cos of nearby toilet!. $9.90 for a good sized slab of vegetarian..."
Julie T
"Paradise for vegetarians and vegans.Great choices; healthy..."
Andrew T
"Like a Home Cooked Meal!. Cheap, healthy dinner that's extremely delicious and makes vegetarian nights easy and scrumptious! The atmosphere is..."
Pree
"Hidden Vegetarian Gem in the Cbd. Stumble upon this hidden gem of a restaurant when we were looking for a vegetarian place. Service was excellent,..."
Allen Tong
"Awesome vege food! Two thumbs up!. Situated on Swanston street this restaurant is nestled on the 2nd floor and the entrance to the restaurant is..."
Food Lover
"So yummy!! And fresh, friendly service and great value. Really generous portions. Next time I think I'll ask for a smaller serve just so nothing is..."
Christina
"Love this place. I can always count on Gopals for a delicious, healthy, well-priced meal. Love the range of salads, and the cheesecake for dessert is..."
Lellllllll
"Always good and healthy. Gopal is one of our favourite restaurants in Melbourne. The food is consistently good and healthy. After a lunch there, we..."
Mlsmet
"Beautiful food. Lovely service. Cheap and portions are..."
Michelle Smith
"This place is a hidden treasure! The food is awesome and the view down onto the street is great! More food than you can..."
Marc Roberts
"The staff at Crossways are particularly friendly and accommodating and service is very fast. You can purchase take away or you can eat there and..."
Ruby K
"The entrance to Gopals is on Swanson street up 2 flight of stairs. Good choice of freshly made food offered in Bain Marie warmer cabinet. There were..."
Fally Choo
"Have come here a couple of times with vegan friends, not a vegan/vegetarian myself. Really appreciate the simplicity and quality of the food. Lots of..."
Azh Vrad
"Great place, I love eating here! The 2 veg and 2 salad combination does wonders if you’ve been having a struggling digestive system. I’d give 5..."
Adarsh Prabhu
"Stumbled across this place and it was amazing. Great choice and value for money. The potion size was so big I couldn't eat it all and was only $9...."
Sarah Mac
"Just outstanding vegetarian and vegan food. We loved the amazing flavors and taste sensations of all dishes tried. Excellent value for money, rotated..."
Ayaan Ali
"Had sumptuous lunch at Gopals. Amazing and delicious food. Chef Rohit was extremely polite and we just left it to him to suggest our order...."
Tushar Sharma
Seasons Provedore
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"Sensational food and service, I had my first visit almost two years ago and thought it was fantastic then.. well everything has only improved. I..."
Victoria Ross
"Authentic Italian food in a cosy setting. All their pasta and gnocchi is hand made. I had the Gnocchi Sorrentina and it was buonissimo ��Please..."
Grace Giuliano Mottram
"Had an early dinner after the football. 2 x Adults and 2 x Kids. Had beautiful options for all of us. Had Garlic bread, Arancini balls, Purple..."
Russell Jarrett
"One can quite easily walk past this restaurant. Apart from the gnocchi that melt in the mouth, fresh hand made pasta, garlic bread and yummy desert,..."
Maria Torcasio
"The food was fresh and delicious, with great wines to match 🍷The staff very welcoming 😀Highly recommend you..."
Donna Kennedy
"Delicious food every time we visit. Pasta made on premises is to die for. Service staff are always genuinely welcoming & friendly. We'll be back..."
Marija Marijić Barbir
"Travelling from the Barossa we love Lygon Street in Melbourne for the food...and we were wholeheartedly not disappointed. Every tasty morsel from..."
Jodie McNamara
"Great home made pasta with marinará was so yummy. Desserts was to die for. Myself and hubby are European so we know good food. Could not fault food..."
Paloma Martinez Ciavarella
"The food... 6 star � the staff and customer service 10 star � Well done to all that work here!! What a wonderful experience it was eating in..."
Kristena Higgins
"Amazing aronchini and pasta. Love watching them make it in the window. Friendly and prompt service. The same excellent establishment we visited 3yrs..."
Katherine Campbell
"Seasons Provedore is a small, cozy restaurant in the middle of the ever-popular Lygon street. Upon passing by, it’s hard to miss the impressive..."
Julianna
"We came here accidentally on Valentine’s Day for my partners birthday. He loves Italian and we were disappointed. All the food we had was..."
Nanas
"House made gnocchi was outstanding, service good despite a very busy New Year’s Eve crowd. Will definitely..."
Aaditeya Bajaj
"House made gnocchi was outstanding, service good despite a very busy New Year’s Eve crowd. Will definitely..."
Aaditey Bains
"This restaurant hand makes the gnocchi in the window and is so light and fluffy it just melts in your mouth. No feeling later of feeling sick and..."
Sam Ty
"This would be the best Italian food we have ever eaten! Amazing food, excellent service! I cannot express how delicious the food was. We ordered both..."
George San
"Prompt service and a lovely feel with the footpath seating. Cheesy garlic bread is to die for and the squid ink pasta was delicious. However, the..."
Audrey Kate
"Crudo e Bufala - San Daniele prosciutto and creamy buffalo mozzarella, with toasted sourdough bread (10/10) Probs the best prosciutto..."
Priscilla Yeo
"Seeing someone make pasta in front of you through a window is definitely hard to avoid , good by the restaurant to catch your attention and it..."
JustCruizing
"Refreshingly different from the stock standard Italian venues along Lygon Street. House made pasta, modern, open restaurant with a good buzz. We..."
Alicia M
"We had heard from other reviews that this Italian in Lygon st was nice so we decided to check it out. The gnocchi was AMAZING! Best we’ve ever had..."
Robin
"Had the most amazing Gnocchi Four Cheese. This was hands the best gnocchi I have ever eaten in my life!It was on the specials menu, but just ask..."
Dixitpatel1985
"Went here for a quick bite after seeing the offer in EatClub. It doesn’t disappoint, we were very happy with the dishes: spaghetti carbonara,..."
James B
"Decent authentic Italian and reasonably priced too. I love that the pasta is homemade and the staff is always lovely.Had a few pasta dishes..."
Svenja Grabo
"I’ve come back here 5+ times because they have the best carbonara in Melbourne. It is also a nice touch seeing the pasta be made in the window. In..."
Elizabeth Laura Donald
"It's hard for an Italian to find an authentic place, and Seasons Provedore didn't disappointed me. I had the best time there and food was awesome!..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"the pasta itself was to die for although the sauce was a bit underwhelming (only got 3 pieces of mushroom!?)also was a bit confused about the..."
A
"Chose to eat here last night after walking up and down looking for something good. The hand-made pasta in the window caught my groups eye and we..."
Brenton Wallace
"Tried the marinara special and the carbonara during lunch. Waitress was attentive and very polite and friendly. I was left stunned..."
Ashy Sheppard
"Love this place! I am amazed by the gnocchi made of purple potato. The food is delicious. Squid ink spaghetti is a must have as well. Will definitely..."
Yibei Jessie Shen
"Authentic hand made purple gnocchi made with purple potato! We tried squid ink spaghetti marinara, it is a must have. Awesome place. Kids love the..."
Arnold De Hond
"Honestly the most delicious pizza and pasta i have tried!! The quality of the handmade noodles were way beyond my expectations, and i am looking..."
Tkfkddl1995
"Amazing best italian food ive ever had. I highly recommend the vegetariana(?) pizza and the marinara spaghetti and the tiramisu. There coffee was..."
Ellapark0626
"The gnocchi here is great! I've been here 5 or more times and you can't go wrong with the gnocchi.The portions are a little small and it's quite..."
Mary Dal
"Food: We ordered the Gnocchi Pesto and the Gnocchi Napoli. The gnocchi was delightfully soft and pillowy. (Some may prefer a firmer bite to their..."
Nom4423
"Excellent place if your up for some awesome home made pasta. You can't beat home made pasta!! I had the gnocchi and it was very tasty and light...."
Belinda
"Best gnocchi in Melbourne, in our opinion.  Fresh handmade pasta along with excellent service.  It's located among many Italian restaurants along..."
Gina Idda
"This small space in the heart of logon, offers excellent pasta & gnocchi hand made each day. The service is friendly with a hint of typical Italian,..."
Jim
"Fantastic food, service, and atmosphere. Probably the best restaurant I've been to. The food was all great without exception, the serves were..."
Thomas Olthof
"We celebrated mothers day dinner tonight, we were book for 7pm but the table still not available so we have to wait for few minutes, Lorenzo one of..."
Maribeth Rodriguez Ramos
"The best thing with Seasons is that they make their own pasta. This is good Italian fare. It isn't fancy but it is tasty which is what counts. I love..."
Pinch Of Bacon
"Authentic flavours, attentive service and reasonably priced. The tiramisu was one of the best we've had & limoncello was delicious. The fresh pasta..."
Fotini
"Excellent seafood supper.Home made tasty tomato broth w plenty of seafood.Fresh made pasta available.V authentic Italian..."
PTHL
"Loved the fresh in-house made pasta. My husband and I both had the seafood marinara, one with squid ink fettuccini - divine. The kids were catered..."
Cathy Nguyen
"Was a brilliant experience, the food and service was exceptional. I can't wait to come back again and I'll definitely be recommending this place to..."
Bradley Garrett
"Hand made gnocchi!!!!! Treated well and had a great feel overall. Had the bruschetta and gnocchi with sage. Definitely would come back..."
Shaun Ziegenfusz
"The food is nice and tasty ordered the bolognese , lasagne and the rice ball , totally awesome . And the price is reasonable 2 person around 55 + ...."
Pierre Pie
"Delicious! Their homemade gnocchi was creamy and very tasty! Service was friendly and complimentary bread accompanying the pastas was a bonus. Loved..."
Thooha Saleem
"Stopped in for lunch with wife and 2 kids. The staff were friendly and the restaurant/location is very good. The menu is quite good with a good..."
Bwilsondomain
"I've eaten here twice, the first time was fabulous but the second time average, but I would still recommend them as one of the better Italian..."
Mo
"Mmmm purple nocci! Good service, great setting. Good lunch date and a treat for the little ones..."
Ziggy B
"What a beautiful restaurant, feels so authentic, love the pasta in the fridges ! We just adored it. In agreeance with everyone who has had the..."
Uberfrauline
"I've been meaning to try a main meal at this family owned restaurant for such a long time and today was the day!! And I'm so glad that I did!! :)..."
Steve H
"Both the food and service were wonderful.  Food was cooked perfectly, tasted amazing and looked beautiful while our waitress and all staff were very..."
Jarita Stubbs
"Nice food. The home-made pasta was very tasty. The gnocchi was so soft and fluffy. Great friendly service as well. Very accomodating. Would..."
Spondy
"This tiny restaurant services great pasta made on the premises and served with love and understanding that takes you to the heart of Italian cuisine..."
Simon
"A little pricey but great service and all pasta and pizza is fresh and home made, thoroughly enjoyed it and would go back. I had the 4 stagioni and..."
Liz_p24
"Walking past the first thing that seized my attention is the chef creating his pastas! Yes you can a rally watch him handcraft these tantalising..."
Cathryn
"The service here was excellent. The servings were generous, cheesy and delicious! I tried the cannelloni and my friend had the pizza. The pizza was..."
Danelle Lim Yun
"Trying to pick a place to eat at Lygon street can be a pretty daunting task, it is nicknamed Melbourne’s “Little Italy” for a reason, there is..."
Cheronnie
"When in Lygon Street, eat Italian.Our lunchtime dining destination was actually Easey's in Collingwood and were only passing by this homely..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"I came here today for lunch, the service was great, all the staff were attentive and made the effort to ensure you were enjoying yourself. I ordered..."
Wendy Tseng
"The customer service from this one gentleman fellow was so good that i felt like i needed to register myself for zomato to express how good his..."
Ojunior Xavier
"Excellent pasta, all home made on site. Good selection of drinks and wines with knowledgeable staff. A little slow on service but well worth the..."
Gavin Gusling
"This is a good place for a quick meal, nice salads and desserts, good service, vibrant atmosphere.I had a good salad at this place...."
Roshanaksamadirad
"The most amazing Gnocchi I have ever had in my life - reminds me of my earlier days in Italy - truly authentic!! Soft as a pillow absolutely..."
Almeida
"What a lovely place. The place makes you feel warm and homely. Went there for a dinner and immediately liked how at the window a chef makes the pasta..."
CoolBeans
"I was lucky enough to stumble across this restaurant on a recent trip to Melbourne, lured in by the promise of the best gnocchi I've ever tasted...."
Food Is Loved
"Italian food and service just as its meant to be. Antipasto platter and gnocchi were perfect. A relaxing evening and dinning experience. We will..."
Greg Foulds
"Absolutely brilliant food, delicious omelet, fantastic coffee and such friendly and welcoming staff and service. Couldn't recommend this place..."
Michael
"The coffee here is just spot on. More Italian style (strong flavour) than Melbourne style (really milky) but great for when you want that hit...."
Vee Johnson
"Authentic and cute place. Home made pasta. Had the $19 antipasto to share as starter. Wow. Plenty for two! Then homemade Pasta; Spaghetti marinara..."
Charlotta Adolfsson
"Absolutely delicious hand made gnocchi! Great friendly service. Great pasta. Highly recommended! Tiramsu to die for. Definitely coming back for..."
Judy Stangret
"Service is very good. Food is relatively cheap compared to other restaurants in Lygon Street. The pasta was pretty good. A place I definitely would..."
I4n9
"The service was lovely and the gnocchi was..."
Aimee Mary-Kate
"Highly recommended!. Delicious pasta! the handmade tagliatelle with bolognese sauce was of beautiful quality (my boyfriend had the Napoli version,..."
Pastry.loving.foodie
"Far out good coffee with soul. A delicious strong dark soul. Had an out of body experience tasting this café's unassuming soy flat white. Well maybe..."
Shannon E. Spaulding
"Wonderfull food, highly recommended to anyone coming down lygon for real authentic..."
Mike
"We visited today and had the lunch special which was pasta or pizza plus a glass of wine for $17.90. The pasta was handmade and with the bolognese..."
Kath Day
"Get yourself a coffee STAT. Authentic food, authentic staff and above all else beautiful authentic coffee. Not too hot, not too cold. Reminds me of..."
Tom Chard
"Yum!. Did the lunch time special. $16.90 pasta was delicious and fresh. Got a red wine with the meal, included in the cost. Was..."
Stedonnskis
"Great night - there's quite a few rip offs on lygon at but we had a super dinner. The surf n turf for only $35 was the..."
Nathan Gurarie
"They had me at squid ink pasta. We were actually on our way to eat at our favourite fast Italian restaurant when I saw the specials board out the..."
Get Your Eat On
"Seasons provedore. The anti pasta was great. Fresh tasmanian oysters better.Then we had a pasta with blue cheese. Exceptional.GOOD..."
Tony
"Gluten Free, Yes Please. I went to this place with friends, nervous because I am gluten intolerant and Italian food can be my worst nightmare, either..."
Caitlin.mateer
"My partner and I were on our way to dine at another restaurant, however the freshly made pasta in the window caught our eye and thought we would give..."
Monique
"AMAZING!!!!! We ate here to.... AMAZING!!!!!We ate here tonight, was beautiful!My partner got the scotch surf n turf and it was yum!I..."
Dylan Welsh
"Quality Gnocchi, friendly service. Visiting from Brisbane with my girlfriend we did a lap of the Lygon street before deciding on trying Seasons..."
Mitchellmerritt
"We had delicious gnocchi, definitely can't describe how good it was however the service is something they really need to improve on. We waited for..."
Van Ravo
"Came from another Restraunt (Johnny's) which had terrible food and service to Seasons which was the exact opposite.Amazing service, the..."
Lawson
"Wonderful surprise,great service and food.Really well priced. Coming back..."
Shaneb
"Surprisingly simple good food. We had dinner here with family and friends who were in Melb for a short visit. We wanted to show them Lygon St but..."
Jacyn24
"Beautiful gnocchi, the best in Melbourne! A meeting place for my friend and myself, we come only for the handmade gnocchi, which you can often see..."
Alex Looyen
"There is a new chef now and the food is yum! Especially the flathead. The service is also..."
Srchapman.sheila
"Had dinner here the other night and was pretty happy with the food here. The pastas are very nice particularly the gnocchi with pesto sauce. The surf..."
Jac
"Food that's good for the soul :)We wandered up and down Lygon St until finally deciding on Seasons. Very happy with our decision - could not..."
Erin Fergus
"Best gnocchi on Lygon. Made even better by the Mediterranean butter and sage. Friendly staff who go above and..."
Daniel Simone
"A great meal- delicious seafood marinara- homemade spaghetti with generous amount of quality seafood and served in a pot! Had the white sauce without..."
Budgieboys
"Hungry Coeliac & Vegan enjoy. My Literary friend had come down from Queensland for her Swinburne Graduation ceremony at the Melbourne Convention..."
Marilyn Robertson
"Very friendly staff, reasonably priced, delicious food, would highly recommend a visit to check it out for yourself..."
Deb Wright
"Absolutely the BEST coffee n homemade Tiramusu in Lygon. Had brekkie here this morning and it was yummy n plentiful. And the owner is not bad either..."
Jenni G
"Love seasons. Have been going there since it opened. Breakfast is amazing. The coffee top class, everyone has to try..."
B Lucia Leal
"Simply amazing, had the chicken and avocado pasta, home made. The best I have eaten for only 14.90. I would recommend this over any place on lygon..."
Bradley Wright
"Had a lovely meal last night... The gnocchi were perfect as was the Eggplant Parma from the specials menu! Lovely service was a..."
DiningFine
"Will return. Food and service are of excellent..."
Bree La Marca
"Had the gnocchi, was absolutely delicious! Great service, nice..."
Morz
"Lovely meal. Great service will walk away happy. Highly..."
Lionel
"Good choice in restaurant 'crowded' Lygon St. Carlton. After having made a booking, only the day before we dined and having asked for a table inside,..."
EatlikeaCorgi
"Delicious, well priced and friendly service. Would recommend....if u like eggs Benedict or gnocchi then definately worth it. Coffee delicious..."
Julie P
"Very expensive dessert, but it was..."
FueledbyFood
"Only had coffee here, but it's true. Coffee here is excellento mama..."
Brando The Pig
"Great customer service, friendly and informative without being pushy like some others on this street. Amazing food, very reasonably priced with good..."
Ewa
"Yummy, Yummy. Went seasons for early dinner on Sunday night. Just picked it out of all the others as we walked by. Lucky me...It was fantastic...."
Jenny
"I had the spinach and ricotta canelloni and it was delicious! Very..."
Melanie Russell
"Fabulous Frappe. Hot day needed a cool coffee alternativebut not just milky ice coffee with ice cream. After 10 tries finally found somewhere in..."
Coffe With Friends
"Amazing the best on lygon..."
Hijacfood
"Great Egg Breakfast. Great place for breakfast. Staff are friendly and their variations on the traditional scrambled egg breakfast are very..."
Chad
"A must try for breakfast in Lygon St. I was over from Perth and ate at the Season Provodore by happenstance. I wouldn't normally bother adding a..."
Nick Langford
"BEAUTIFUL FOOD & SERVICE. Dined here recentlywith my daughter after reading great reviews on urbanspoon. Was not disappointed. Delighted at quality..."
Paula
"Good friendly service and enjoyable food. I had an enjoyable and filling seafood..."
Andrew
"Made Fresh Before My Eyes!. I watched the lady making the gnocchi right before my eyes then it came out on a plate in front of me with a delicious..."
Tashii
"I absolutely love this place , I have been to nearly every cafe in Lygon in the last few years and this tops them all .I am there nearly every day..."
ANyO
"I love it!. This is my favourite cafe on Lygon Street..."
Addy
"FANTASTIC SERVICE, FOOD AND PRICING. The business I work for started using Seasons Provedore for catering after we had bad dealings with 2 previous..."
Rosy
"I had the Broccoli, sweet peas and dill soup; it came with some buttery croutons on top and soy and pumpkin seed bun on the side. I loved the soup;..."
Addy
"The bad: Not a fan of the Pizza crust. The sauce in the mussels was also a bit too salty. The saffron seafood risotto was overcooked. The good: The..."
sunrainsky
"Picked this place at random and I was not disappointed! The gnocchi was honestly the best I’ve ever had. It was literally like butter and oh so..."
T Tavarez
"Favourite Italian spot on Lygon! Hands down the softest and creamiest Gnocchi you'll ever have. It melts in your mouth and the sauce tastes like how..."
P. Bills
"Top top notch gnocchi and pizza, penne less satisfying (one of our group is allergic to eggs). We dream of their gnocchi every time we come to..."
Cashew Ssss
"We have dined here a couple of times & food is always great. We had Gnocchi with porcini mushrooms & Diavola pizza. Gnocchi melts in your mouth & has..."
Julie
"Delicious homemade pasta! Arancini balls are huge and super yummy ! Love their cheesy garlic bread! Cosy dinning and friendly..."
Honey
"Try the gnocchi! It melts in your mouth and you can taste the freshness of the ingredients used - definitely worth visiting this little spot for..."
Jasmine C
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"Have ordered takeaway pizzas from Rosco a number of times - consistent quality and never disappoints! My favourite is one of the gourmet pizzas - the..."
Instahungry
"We moved recently to the area for a couple of years. We've been to the restaurant for a meal. Have been ordering my husband's take away pizza almost..."
Aaditya Bajwa
"Friendly staff and nice environment! We went there for a quick dinner and ordered chicken and mushroom fettuccine. It was delicious! We also ordered..."
Dashy The Foody
"The staff were polite and attentive. Its a nice atmosphere inside the restaurant .The vegetarian pizza was excellent. Definitely worth a try . I..."
Jonathon
"I have a good memory with this place and it’s because of the good food .. it was the first time in Melbourne and the first place I chose for..."
Deep Animesh
"That's my only caution... the food and service here are just great. Great pumpkin ravioli and a really nice freshest greens salad ever. That salad..."
Harrysingh Rawat
"My beautiful tender land rack. Smells and taste amazing. The setting is cosy and the waiters were wonderful, attentive, neat, well groomed and..."
David Cheah
"It’s a very cute and cosy place to sit inside or outside. It’s built very colonial style and food there is good. I always order the marinara and..."
Veena Balakrishnan
"We ordered the Rosco’s Angus Beef Burger, it was so good, filling and was even designed to look very appealing.The staff were friendly,..."
Rohit Victor
"Situated near many offices, this is a great place for those who work nearby and don't have enough time to grab a meal or to just simply dine in after..."
Kylie
"Haven't had pizza in ages, ordered two gourmet pizzas off Uber Eats - BBQ Chicken and Meat Lovers. The quality of toppings used was top notch, pizza..."
Fiona
"We had a Marinara Pizza in this restaurant/ bar that had a very comfortable outside glazed in eating area. The pizza filled with fresh seafood..."
Christopher & Marian
"I've been here and the St. Kilda location also. I've had the chicken risotto and pumpkin risotto, both, quite tasty. Service was lovely, attentive...."
Allaboutfoodie
"I had a chicken risotto for lunch yesterday. The taste is real good and the service is great, the location of this restaurant is close to everything,..."
Linda Willa
"Fabulous Restaurant, food is consistently amazing and the service is wonderful. Happy hour on cocktails each day is welcomed after a hard day at work..."
Ann Brabyn
"I come here quite a lot for work drinks. Good happy hour range and prices. They know how to cook a steak and make great pizzas! Friendly staff as..."
Magoo
"Went in as a big group. The service was great and the waiter was super nice and friendly. Love the risotto and the calamari salad. The portion size..."
Patronus
"I found the staff friendly. The atmosphere relaxed and casual. The food was great and well priced. Will visit again...."
Tony Arcaro
"Went in for a late lunch. Ordered spaghetti Mariana and Apple crumble muffin, real good taste. And the staff is courteous and amicable. The specials..."
Bhawna Gi
"Been to Cafe Rosco twice now and both times I was met with friendly customer service and good food. The pasta dishes I've ordered have both been very..."
Cameron McEwan
"Order Take Away, but..... Having arrived into the area late on a Sunday night, the local restaurant was closed, so I wonder down the street and find..."
Andy.2398
"Always yummy and the staff are the best! They are so kind and friendly and it makes eating there even..."
Lindsay Morton
"A nice surprise!. The food is amazing and the portions are plentiful. Luckily we were all hungry and so we got through our meals ok. So nice, and the..."
Jrg7777
"A lovely family owned restaurant, very welcoming. Just made it into happy hour which had $7 cocktails. My friend and shared nachos as an entree...."
J Cosentino
"My girlfriend and I went here for dinner tonight not knowing any of the local places to eat and were extremely impressed with the level of service..."
Luke Sorrenti
"Awesome food as always. We live just up the road from Roscos and can't praise it to highly.Food quality is always good. Staff are always..."
David
"Good value for money for a quick meal. This is the second of the Rosco's restaurants along St Kilda road and keeping to their well used formula. The..."
Rennie
"I come from Perth and always stay at the Mantra across the road. Love this place. Food is amazing. I am a coeliac so GF is the go. A lot to choose..."
Paul
"Consistently good service and food. The pastas and pizzas are yummy and great value for money. The small serve is enough to satisfy a medium..."
Dr MS
"Wonderful food. Wide variety of delicious food, friendly service AND just around the corner from The Alfred hospital.So , if your "Patient' is..."
Lynettecox43
"Had dinner here last night, food, service everything was excellent.. Will return..."
Simon G
"Love this place!. This is my favorite restaurant in Melbourne, The food is of the highest quality, the service is outstanding and the staff are the..."
Jude
"Good pizzas. The pizzas here are of a high quality and consistent. Service was always good. It is worth booking ahead because they do get..."
Phigitmelbourne
"Great place for drinks and quick food!Friendly staff..."
G.L
"Great service great location. Came here for drinks and a..."
Ivaan Londar
"Love this place! Beef fettuccine is delicious, take away pizza's are generous in size and staff service is..."
Waddlez87
"Good food excellent service. Been to this place for around 10 times I guess? chicken risotto is always awesome. staff are great, very welcoming,..."
Christya Lienardi
"Great food, Great service.. Dropped in for a bite on our first night in Melbourne from SA. We started with a bruschetta. This came topped with loads..."
Simon Kearns
"Love this dish!!! I have been dining at Rosco's for over a year on a regular basis and other than the fish and chips, everything that I have tried on..."
Sandra
"Too Notch venue offering sensational food and good service. Selection is extensive and will cater to the fussiest eater. Good specials, reasonable..."
Zac Cross
"Tandoori chicken pizza was..."
Luke
"Great experience.. Went to Roscos for the first time and it was impeccable, the service was attentive, all waiters were incredibly kind and..."
Erin Mahony
"Rosco's@Chevron. This is a great family run restaurant, with yummy and reasonably priced food. Great variety. Nice and friendly staff. Fantatstic..."
Kelly
"Excellent service, excellent food, an reasonable prices. Thumbs..."
Craig
Locanda Restaurant & Public Bar
79/100 (1593 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
International
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
International
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Drinks
Tiramisu
Duck
Juice & Smoothies
Oyster
Lasagne
Calamari
Lamb
Risotto
Pesto
Calamares
Fish
Salmon
Pork
Antipasti
Juice & Smoothies
Beef
Pancakes
Prawns
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
International
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Accepts American Express
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
After-hours
Lunch
Drinks
Breakfast
Dinner
Mid-range
"Service wasnt the best. Mains had came and we still yet to get some water on the table or even a glass of water. Snapper was okay. Pumpkin pizza had..."
Whalesfoodadventure
"Great spot for Pre-show / Event drinks with a verity of cocktail,Mocktails,Tapas and desserts available. We tried the Black Forest pav and I have to..."
Melbourne With Kidz
"We had a great work function here at Christmas- staff were very attentive and food was beautful. Its a great spot if you want that "private dining"..."
Polyflor AU
"We recently hosted our end of year celebrations for 34 guests in the Locanda private dining area. We started with drinks and nibbles in the deli..."
Gabrielle
"I recently had my end of year Xmas function here for 11 of my customers.  The food was absolutely outstanding as was the service!  Highly..."
Sarah Nichols
"Dined here for dinner last night with friends for a bday celebration. Dinner is set menu, select 2 or 3 courses. We all opted for 3 courses. I had..."
I Love Food
"We wondered over for Friday night drinks to catch up with an interstate work colleague.We needed to head somewhere warm and cosy as we were..."
Split The Bill
"I had my 40th birthday dinner for 24 people at the Locanda private dining room and I have not stopped receiving feedback from my friends and family..."
Helen Fouyaxis
"We have been for their breakfast buffet. Loved the variety to suit all tastes. We will be going soon again. Keep an eye out for their vouchers on..."
Smita Acharya
"Every month my fiancé and I would go try new restaurants and hope to enjoy some good food and Locanda had delivered. Very relaxed and enjoyable food..."
Ayapom
"Staff were really nice and very prompt with taking orders etc. Food was really good too, but only set menu was available. Would defs come back for a..."
LA Aguirre
"We ate here before watching a show at Her Majesty’s Theatre. I ordered the two course pre theatre meal and my partner ordered the three course..."
Rooshka
"We had such a wonderful experience here, we had the "Pre-theatre 3 course menu" and every dish and side we ate were absolutely delicious. We couldn't..."
Lily Isabella Parker
"My partner and I visited this morning for a quick weekday breakfast buffet before running errands in the city and we were pleasantly surprised by the..."
Sara Mao Chhooy
"I found Locanda Restaurant & Bar on the internet after frantically trying to find somewhere for dinner before going to the theater as I forgot to..."
Georgina Vass
"Great place, great food and lovely dining. Only thing is if you say it's your birthday, you only get wishes from Staff. (No cupcake, no sparkle :/ )..."
Shehan Beeharie
"Really lovely spaces, with quality food andbeverage offerings available! We loved the look of the floor to ceiling winecellar at the back..."
Lucy Symons
"Service is amazing, immediately served and waitresses were lovely and very attentive. Food was delicious and filling, but would like to see a little..."
Jonti Ridley
"My food was amazing. My boyfriend started off with pork belly and that was tender! I had the scallops and my goodness, brilliant! I then went to the..."
Leanne Dando
"I was a bit worried as it looked like a sports bar/ strange red but the food was pretty good. We set a set menu and the portion size and taste was..."
Tee Tr
"Restaurant and room service seems to share the same food/menu. Had chicken schnitzel with red cabbage cole slaw for lunch and have to say, not bad..."
Finn & Filo Downunder
"🙌🏻Very nice atmosphere🙌🏻, and great customer service, especially from the manager. Only thing is that the steaks do not come with..."
TwoFatWogs
"We visited Locanda on invite from Rydges Melbourne as a pre-show dinner before heading off to Circus 1903.This is a good italian restaurant..."
Melbourne Explorer
"This place is perfect for functions - my sister organised a birthday dinner for me here. They are affordable, and the service is friendly and quick...."
Biggiechee
"Thank you to the Locanda Events & Private Dining team.  I hosted a birthday luncheon for 50 guests and the event went really well and was..."
K Gallagher
"Love heading to Locanda for a quick affordable pre-theatre meal. Walking distance to HMT and Princess Theatre. Pork belly is delicious and they have..."
MELB JOURNAL
"The Christmas buffet is an absolute must.Travelling with my entire family from Perth, we were so pleased with the service & the extensive range..."
TheCubanCigar
"The staff encountered in the Bar area, and the restaurant , were both competent and friendly. The design of the restaurant provides a perfect..."
Chris Williams
"We chose Locanda as the venue for my mum's 60th birthday, and I have to say - it was flawless. We had so many guests comment on the lovely venue, and..."
Katie Winkles
"Organized a private function here, received raving reviews about venue, staff and of course the food.Definitely a lovely place to hold a..."
Katrina Azzopardi
"We went to Locando before we saw 'Matilda'. The atmosphere was really nice and the wine was delicious. The wait staff were really friendly, humorous..."
Clodagh
"Went just for drinks. Small party. Early in evening Saturday night. Plenty of selection for table...booth, table, bar stools, inside or outside, good..."
Fangmaster
"Do: the calamari, the steak and the pana cotta. Don't: think that it's just for hotel guests, anyone can come. Tip: the private..."
David Food Leasing
"Had buffet breakfast here and it was fantastic! A wide range of hot and cold breakfast foods; toast, poached eggs, scrambled eggs, sausages, hash..."
TresHungry
"Perfect option for dinner before seeing a show at the Comedy Theatre. The pre theatre menu is great value (2 courses for $39) and certainly worth..."
Kate Dougherty
"Had breakfast here for two straight friggin' weeks! Imagine the same food over and over everyday. Gosh! It must be hard for some, but not me =). I..."
Sheryl Uy-Bangalan
"This Christmas we only had 3 of us in Melbourne so rather than spend too much time and money on lunch we decided to venture out to locanda. I was a..."
Stace Bianca Lenthall
"Yes, I'm in Melbourne. I get around a bit (don't tell anyone). This is a work trip and the function was at Locanda. We had a separate area reserved..."
TheSoloAvocado.com
"Everything was fantastic. Great food we had the beef and some calamari along with some salmon and pork belly all were delicious. Service was spot on..."
Birdman
"I hired the private dining room and deli for my lunchtime wedding ceremony and reception in October 2015. Ana the functions coordinator and the staff..."
Angela Hur
"Booked a table for 15 for a birthday. Great service to not force a set menu on us. Can't review everyone's food but must say no one complained...."
Alex Simmons
"Entree calamari was tender & tasty. Good job on the steaks - all at the table were pleased. Sides of green salad, steamed veggies, & roasted potatoes..."
Cuptart
"Beautiful ambience. Dim lighting. Great waiters and waitresses that get assigned to your table. Very generous portion sizes. Very elegant location...."
Julide Turker Naturopathy
"“BREAKFAST BUFFET..JUST GORGEOUS..!!”On Saturday morning, five of us had breakfast out.. a lovely treat.. I didn't have any..."
Tee Ice
"I organised a lunch at Locanda Deli and Wine Cellar to thank our corporate partners.  We had 12 guests who fitted comfortably around the marble..."
Alison Byrne
"I had booked the private dining room for my birthday. I had only viewed the photos of the private dining area before my time there and I have to say..."
Annie Haak
"Great food and fantastic service! Will be using the private dining space for future events, the Deli is simply stunning. Thank you for a great night..."
Debbie O'brien
"You know those times, when you are invited to an event and you don't know anyone else (apart from the host)? I usually feel quite nervous beforehand..."
Edge Of My Plate
"LOVE. It's a winner.My fave place to dine-out in Melbourne. Great staff, tasty fresh food, consistency, reliable, delicious - breakfast and..."
LauPi
"AMAZING BUFFET BREAKFAST! W.... AMAZING BUFFET BREAKFAST!We went here for a delicious buffet breakfast and were absolutely spoilt for..."
Emma
"Pre show dinner. With all the mixed reviews was worried, but as a thursday night this place was reasonably quiet, so the food came quickly-so quick,..."
Facebook User
"Great spot to take children. We had a great waitress (Ingrid) and the menu was really well suited for our children (aged 7 to 12). Good wine list...."
Meredith
"Amazing food and professional, yet friendly service! Had a delicious dinner with a group of friends and the entire experience was thoroughly enjoyed..."
Christian Lux
"It was amazing Finally a pl.... It was amazingFinally a place with class AND cooks your steak perfectlyI get rare and partner gets..."
Fabijanic11
"Amazing. Had dinner at Locanda last night for my birthday, it was an absolute pleasure!The staff were very friendly and accommodating, the food..."
Stui Rooke
"Came here for dinner as part of a Dinner Bed and Breakfast deal. We had a gret choice of some well cooked and presented entrees and mains. The staff..."
TonkleChicken
"Solid. Had a quick lunch before a show across the road. Excellent meals for the price. Quite a reduced menu for lunch but still plenty of variety...."
Dave
"Fantastic cocktails and such friendly staff. There chefs really know there trade well. The steak was beautifully prepared and presented extremely..."
Michael Howland
"We had a small lunch reception after a registry wedding at Locanda Private Dining and Deli. The events sales coordinator Emma was so helpful with any..."
Dorene Mae
"Excite your taste buds with the signature house dryed beef steak and yummy porterhouse steak 🥩, it was perfect. The Expresso Martini is on another..."
Daniel Ebiau
"Locanda restaurant is located on the ground level of the Rydges hotel. We tried both breakfast and dinner menus and were extremely satisfied every..."
Irina Sultani
"Enjoyed the food, drinks and the overall ambience and service. The desserts were perfect too, that finished off the meal nicely...."
Ben S
"Great food. Fabulous atmosphere. Perfect pre-theatre venue. Highly..."
Lorna Hollinger