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VIC Italian Restaurants

Il Bacaro

Il Bacaro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
The Classic ComboLunch Made EasyCraving a classic? Enjoy our delicious burgers paired with golden, crispy chips perfect for lunch or a quick bite. Eat in and relax, or grab your meal to takeaway if you’re on the go. Friendly serv...
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, ...
Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Meat Flour Wine Berwick

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Narre Warren

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...
Donnini's Carlton

Donnini's Carlton

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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...
Criniti's Southbank

Criniti's Southbank

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 8:30 AM

Southbank

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 ...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Italian"
Centra Hotel

Centra Hotel

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Geelong

Live Music FridaysFrom 5.30pmKick off your weekend at Centra Hotel Geelong with live music, great food, and cocktails flowing. Settle in, soak up the atmosphere, and enjoy talented local musicians bringing the soundtrack to yo...
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...
The CODE pizza bar

The CODE pizza bar

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
Criniti's Carlton Melbourne

Criniti's Carlton Melbourne

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Carlton

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...
Jettys Pizza Rosebud

Jettys Pizza Rosebud

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Rosebud

Craving Classic Gourmet Pizza?Try us today!Jettys Pizza Rosebud serves up crowd-pleasing favourites topped with quality ingredients and bold flavour combinations. From margherita and prosciutto to seafood supreme, Mediterranean, lamb pizza ...
Handmade Pasta & Italian FavouritesBook today!Salute at Lupo's is all about comforting Italian classics done with care. The menu celebrates handmade pasta and bold flavours, from burnt butter gnocchi and chilli prawn spaghetti to lamb ragù fus...
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.
Pizza Minded

Pizza Minded

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

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, ...
400 Gradi Mildura

400 Gradi Mildura

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Mildura

Authentic Italian Dining ExperienceMore Than PizzaExperience classic Italian cuisine at 400 Gradi Mildura. We offer wood-fired pizzas, handmade pastas and rich seafood dishes in a warm, historic setting. Standouts include the iconic Margherita piz...
"Italian fare crafted with passion"
Pizzeria Romana

Pizzeria Romana

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Nunawading

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...
Borchelli Ristorante

Borchelli Ristorante

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Bendigo

Mitchell Street in Bendigo is home to Borchelli Ristorante, a charming Italian eatery brimming with warmth and old-world character. Inside, red walls and classic chequered tablecloths set the scene...