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Melbourne Italian Restaurants

Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Melbourne CBD

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Discover the quintessential Melbourne Italian dining experience at Il Bacaro on Little Collins Street in the heart of the city. Executive Chef David Dellai offers a simple yet refined approach to V...
Il Caminetto

Il Caminetto

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Moonee Ponds

Cacio e Pepe, Straight From The Cheese Wheel!Every TuesdayMake Tuesdays irresistible at Il Caminetto with their iconic cacio e pepe served straight from the cheese wheel. Watch silky pasta tossed tableside with cracked pepper and pecorino, creating rich, ...
Lunches now available at Meat Flour Wine Berwick!Available nowMeat Flour Wine Berwick is now offering weekday lunches from 11:30am until 3:00pm. Come in and enjoy a casual or business lunch any day of the week and experience wood fired pizza, coal cooked stea...
La Famiglia

La Famiglia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Epping

Chef SpecialsAvailable NowChicken Kiev
Donnini's Carlton

Donnini's Carlton

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Carlton

Memorable Gatherings with Italian flavours Celebrate at Donnini'sAt Donnini’s on Lygon Street in Carlton, we cater for group bookings of 12 or more with special set menus, perfect for celebrations, family gatherings, and social events. While we don’t have a sepa...
Soho Restaurant & Bar

Soho Restaurant & Bar

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Southbank

Happy Hour Monday to Friday Need an after-work drink? Soho Restaurant and Bar’s Happy Hour has you covered. Unwind in the heart of the city with great vibes and great value, Monday to Friday from 3pm–6pm. It’s the perfect exc...
Chef’s Signature Sharing Banquet$65 per person Gather your friends and indulge in La Calabrese Pizzeria’s Chef’s Signature Sharing Banquet for $65 per person (minimum two guests). This delicious Italian feast begins with burrata and wagyu bresa...
Combining food, fun, family and friends, dining at Criniti’s Southbank on Freshwater Place creates memories with your loved ones. When you visit this rustic restaurant - voted Australia’s favourite...
Bar Taralli

Bar Taralli

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

North Melbourne

Italian Set Menus at Bar TaralliFrom $60ppExperience the flavours of Italy with Bar Taralli’s curated set menus, designed for relaxed, share-style dining. Choose the Nuvole Bianche two-course menu at $60pp, featuring classic antipasti and ...
Penny Young

Penny Young

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Moonee Ponds

Boozy Brunch Saturday & SundayPenny Young’s Boozy Brunch has arrived in Moonee Ponds. Step into a whimsical, Wonderland-inspired bottomless brunch in partnership with Hendrick’s Gin. Enjoy a two-hour sitting of flavour, fantasy...
Bottomless Gnocchi & Pizza NightsSunday to ThursdayGo bottomless at St Domenico Richmond with unlimited gnocchi and pizza for just $39pp. Available every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 5pm, enjoy 90 minutes of indulgence with three gn...
The CODE pizza bar

The CODE pizza bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 4:30 PM

Collingwood

Pizza Making WorkshopsDelicious Lunch ActivityDiscover the joy of authentic pizza making. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, our hands-on workshops are led by expert chefs who guide you through dough, sauce and technique from start to slic...
Classic Italian Comfort at SaltimboccaBook now!Saltimbocca Italian Restaurant delivers crowd-pleasing pasta and risotto made with authentic flavours and generous portions. Dive into gnocchi bolognese, creamy linguine carbonara, penne amatrician...
Easter HoursClosed Good FridayWe will be closed Good Friday, but open for lunch and dinner on Easter Saturday and Sunday, and Monday lunch. Keep an eye out for our Easter menu.
Combining food, fun, family and friends, dining at Criniti’s Carlton on Faraday Street creates memories with your loved ones. When you visit this rustic restaurant - voted Australia’s favourite Ita...
Pizza Minded

Pizza Minded

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Ascot Vale

Gourmet Pizzas At Pizza MindedOrder now!Craving next-level pizza? Pizza Minded serves up gourmet favourites made with fresh ingredients and bold flavour combos. From El Greco and Prosciutto to Veggie Patch, Tartufo and Chicken Tandoori, ...
"Italian fare crafted with passion"
Taste Italy with Our Regina MargheritaClassic Italian PizzaIndulge in our Regina Margherita a classic Roman-style pizza with a crisp, thin crust, crushed tomato sauce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella and fresh basil. Finished with your cho...
Circa 900 Pizzeria Napoletana

Circa 900 Pizzeria Napoletana

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Pascoe Vale

Voted #1 Pizzeria In Melbourne Circa 900Neapolitan Stlye When passion meets fire, magic happens. Circa 900 Pizzeria Napoletana has officially been voted Best Pizza in Melbourne 2025 by Good Food Friends —and one bite will tell you why. Our authentic Ne...
Authentic Italian ComfortGather, Sip, SavourAt ArtDeco Bar & Kitchen in Craigieburn, we bring authentic Italian flavours to your table with wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, and classic antipasto. Our menu blends traditional recipes with moder...
Functions at Con Noi Italian TrattoriaFunctions made easyPlanning something special? Let us host your next event! Our Italian restaurant now caters for functions of up to 20 people, perfect for workgroups, friends, or family gatherings. Enjoy an authenti...