Donnini's Carlton

Best Known For

Signature homemade Lasagne.

Located on Lygon Street, Carlton, Donnini’s is a family-owned institution delivering traditional Italian cooking with warmth and sincerity. The relaxed atmosphere makes it a natural choice for everything from lively family gatherings to intimate dinners and polished business lunches. Rooted in time-honoured recipes and classic technique, the menu celebrates comforting flavours prepared with care and consistency. Service is genuine and welcoming, reflecting the restaurant’s long-standing connection to Melbourne’s Italian dining heartland. Unpretentious and enduring, Donnini’s offers a timeless Lygon Street experience where good food, good company and a sense of home are always on the table.