This is a local gem in Vermont dishing out authentic Italian food. The restaurant does take away and has a decent sized dine in seated area and offers byo. Pizza is a speciality with its extensive menu of both red and white base pizzas, they are cooked in a woodfire oven for that real authentic chewy pizza base. My fave was the prosciutto topped pizza. There is also a smaller range of pasta favourites available including specials of the day. The carbonara is a standout which I need to tell you about. There are two types of carbonara, the creamy kind of sauce made with cream and the ‘real Italian’ type that originated from Rome which is made without any cream but simply good quality panchetta/ Italian bacon, eggs and Parmesan. Via Matta offers the ‘real italian’ style carbonara for regulars who know to ask, I only discovered it during my first dining visit to the restaurant when it was ok the specials board. On my second visit to try the dish, it wasn’t on the menu but I discovered it’s available if you know to ask! On desserts, the tiramisu is a winner, it is a generous size so perfect for sharing or for one of course! The lemon cake was slightly still frozen when it was served to our table. Great service, definitely be coming back for another carbonara, pizza and tiramisu.

Great service and even better food. Walked into the restaurant through a recommendation and can say it’s the best Italian pizza and pasta in Melbourne! Giulia was fantastic and had great recommendation from the menu. Will definitely come again!