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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...
Wednesday Steak Night SpecialFrom 5pm WednesdayJoin us every Wednesday from 5pm for Steak Night and enjoy a 200g MB2 porterhouse served with fries for $35, with your choice of red wine jus or peppercorn sauce. Pair your meal with our curated be...
Xmas In July-Italian StyleWinter Wonderland AwaitsChristmas in July – Italian Style! Eat. Drink. Sing. Feel like it's Christmas in Italy! Forget The Turkey, Nonna's Porchetta's on the menu Join us as we transform our restaurant into a festive ...
SHOP 225

SHOP 225

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Pascoe Vale

Award-Winning Pizza At Shop 225 PizzeriaBook NowJoin us at Shop 225 Pizzeria in Pascoe Vale for an award-winning Italian dining experience, home to Australia’s best pizza and ranked among the world’s top 30. Enjoy handcrafted Neapolitan-style pi...
BISTECCA SUNDAYS $35 Porterhouse Steak Enjoy a day of steak with our Porterhouse 300g MB+3 served for lunch and dinner every Sunday this winter. Book now via the link below.
Happy Hour at Hotel LombardoTap Beer & WineM-F 4pm - 6pm $10 Lombardo Lager $10 Red &White Wine
The future of pizza is in safe hands at well-loved restaurant Ciccio’s Woodfire Pizzeria on Poath Road in Murrumbeena. This Melbourne institution delivers authentic Italian pizza and pasta in warm ...
For over 40 years, Piccolo Mondo on Lygon Street in Carlton has been a beloved and enduring fixture of Melbourne's famous Little Italy precinct - a stylish, family-owned Italian restaurant where pa...
Cambio Vita

Cambio Vita

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Malvern

Nestled on Glenferrie Road in the heart of Malvern, Cambio Vita is an Italian restaurant born from a simple but beautiful idea — to bring people together over well-made, delicious food. Founded wit...
Mother Dough

Mother Dough

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Hawthorn

Fresh housemade pasta, delicious pizza and a traditional Italian experience await at Mother Dough on Burwood Road in Hawthorn. This well-loved restaurant oozes rustic charm with exposed brick, recy...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Step into Bay Beach Italian Restaurant and Bar Lounge on Acland Street in St Kilda and discover a sophisticated yet warmly welcoming slice of authentic Italian hospitality in the heart of one of Me...
Amazon State Restaurant

Amazon State Restaurant

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Hawthorn

Kaida Little DragonJapanese RestaurantKaida Little Dragon Japanese Restaurant NOW OPENED at Amazons State Restaurant in October 2025 We look forward to welcoming you!
Pastarami

Pastarami

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Richmond

Pastarami on Swan Street in Richmond is a stylish neighbourhood wine bar where handmade pasta, thoughtful drinks and seasonal ingredients take centre stage. Created by chef-owners Jonno Phillips an...
The Moat Restaurant & Bar, located in the bustling heart of Melbourne CBD, offers a delightful retreat where patrons can savour authentic Italian cuisine. Renowned for its handmade pasta, which is ...
Meat Flour Wine Berwick
Celebrate silly season in style!Book your work break up!With silly season just around the corner now is a perfect time to start locking in your work break up or end of year event with Meat Flour Wine! We have many options to choose from and space to cat...
La Calabrese Pizzeria in Endeavour Hills is a true gem for Italian cuisine enthusiasts seeking an authentic dining experience. Located in the heart of Melbourne's suburbs, this restaurant boasts a ...
Cafe Mambo, located in the heart of Sunshine, Melbourne, offers a unique dining experience with its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic café cuisine. Guests are welcomed into a stylish yet relaxed sett...
Bar Taralli

Bar Taralli

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

North Melbourne

Southern Italy's Bold Rustic Flavour Hits North MelbourneBook your table now!Nestled on Errol Street, North Melbourne, Bar Taralli brings bold Southern Italy to Melbourne. Chef Salvatore Giorgio crafts rustic Campania, Puglia, Sicilian & Calabrian dishes. Think warm house...
La Famiglia

La Famiglia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Epping

Bringing a taste of Italy to Cooper Street in Epping, La Famiglia is a long-standing local favourite serving modern and traditional Italian cuisine since 2001. Built on the spirit of family, this w...