Top Restaurants in Melbourne
Best Italian food near Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Melbourne. Melbourne is proud of its neighborhood precincts, each offering a unique cultural experience. No other city in Australia has such clearly defined areas. This could be because Melbournians are both worldly in their outlook yet tribal in their local loyalties – as seen in the fanatical support for their local AFL football clubs. Here history is cared for and exemplified in the originality of diverse neighborhoods – each has a unique face but all of them will greet you with a smile.
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10. Sud Food and Wine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 192 reviews
SUD is an intimate 45 seat Italian restaurant situated at 219 King street Melbourne This small upmarket restaurant on King st (between Lonsdale and Little Bourke) not only boasts fantastic seasonal produce, allowing the menu to constantly evolve daily but
Reviewed By Emanpee
An intimate, relatively small Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD. White linen table cloths and experienced professional staff who set out to ensure dining there is enjoyable. A la carte menu and selection of daily blackboard specials offer plenty of temptation. Good wine list by glass or bottle. From the outstanding complimentary crusty bread to start, through entree, main and dessert, everything was first class. While a nice atmosphere, close proximity table spacing may put some off, especially for confidential or romantic discussions - however it appeared staff are aware of this and if not full, make every effort to seat incoming diners with space apart from others. Highly recommended for an excellent Italian meal and experience.
9. Geppetto Trattoria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 258 reviews
Established in 1981, Geppetto Trattoria is a family run restaurant that has been providing locals, regulars and new customers with passionate home-style Italian food ranging from fresh pasta, offal, seafood and slow cooked dishes such as Osso buco, Goat,
Reviewed By Cloey2031
Went to Geppetto Trattoria with friends who are regulars. Loved it! Food is delicious honest Italian fare. Good wine list to match.Thoroughly enjoyed our meal & will be bck when next in Melbourne.We look forward to hosting you again upon your next visit to our wonderful city of Melbourne! Grazie!
8. Amiconi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By Andyschuster
This has to be one of the best italian restaurants Iâve eaten at. The place is beautifully small and like a typical little trattoria. The menu is small but has something for everyone. We went with our two children and the staff bent over backwards to accomodate them. The scaloppine were tender and very tasty. Our antipasti was the best I have had and not dripping in oil and vinegar with the tastes of each dish individually distinguished.To save the best for last, they made a Zabaglione to die for. I have hardly ever seen a restaurant put that on the menu.Definitely a place to come back to as there were a lot of dishes coming out of the kitchen which looked amazing.
7. Foglia di Fico
Overall Ratings
5 based on 106 reviews
Reviewed By Peter R
We just saw this place close to our accommodation so we thought that we would give it a go. Wow this place had such delicious food along with delightful service. We haven't had such nice Italian food for ages. This is a place to dine at when you come to Melbourne.
6. Cucinetta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 329 reviews
Reviewed By TravellingJs
Our 'local' turned out to e a highlight of our Melbourne stay. From the minute we stepped inside this tiny [27 sq m!] restaurant we felt at home. Our waitress, Carolina, was a gem - ensuring always that we had enough water and wine, and were enjoying our food, without ever being intrusive. Everything is made on the premises and served up with Italian music in the background. Just fabulous and can't be recommended highly enough.
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5. 11 Inch Pizza Little Collins
Overall Ratings
4 based on 200 reviews
11 Inch Pizza Melbourne CBD is the Melbourne CBD's newest gourmet pizza venue. Centrally located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, 11 Inch is bringing fresh gourmet pizza to Melbourne's lunch and dinner scenes. With a wide variety of tasty offerings, 11 In
Reviewed By solo4
We read the Brilliant TA reviews and eventually found the 11 minute down a side street off Little Collins St. Itâs a rapid service there hence the title so fortunately tables come available quickly. The salami pizza and prawn salad that we chose were amazing along with the lovely Cabinet offering. Great service from Londoner Ali which was a delight. Do not miss this fantastic pizzeria, fab value at a great price.
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4. Il Cantuccio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 565 reviews
Step back in time as you enjoy your meal in a friendly relaxed family run business.
Reviewed By Eaglerider53
For my last night in Melbourne I dined at il Cantuccio, a traditional style, Italian restaurant . Inside decor was very dark & traditional, very cosy: staff were all Italian. I chose Involtini, a traditional Calabrese dish: beef topside rolled with parsley, pecorino cheese, pesto and slowly baked with capers, anchovies, tomato & chilli, served with rustic Italian style veggies. Very enjoyable especially when I got to the capers & anchovies stuffing. The staff were very friendly and exuded typical Italian passion for life & food: they treat you like family! Highly recommended.
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3. Da Guido 365
Overall Ratings
4 based on 232 reviews
Our menu was drawn up with special focus on homemade pizza and pasta, which we prepare everyday using fresh natural ingredients. We use prime quality ingredients imported from Italy as well as select Australian products. To ensure genuine Italian taste an
Reviewed By Canucks-down-under
Looking for a new Italian in the city we went here based on Trip Advisor's positive reviews.Good looking room that is deceiving from the outside. Light wood and well spaced tables made it a comfortable space.Ordered Rocket & pear salad, Salmon Caserecce pasta and Salumi pizza. Salad and pizza were excellent and good portions. Quality ingredients on all. The pizza base was just right and stayed crispy in the middle unlike many wood fired pizzas were you end up with a soggy middle. My partner enjoyed the Caserecce but found the portion size a bit small commenting that I would still be hungry had I ordered it. Had a good Valpolicella Ripasso to go with it. $130 for the meal with wine being half of the bill.Service was excellent - prompt, friendly, not pretentious or hovering.Worth noting the pasta prices at Da Guido 365 are less than their location in Lygon street.Open for lunch and dinner but closed from 3-6 in the afternoon.Very much enjoyed this meal and will be back ourselves and with friends.
2. Da Guido Melbourne la Pasta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 787 reviews
Our menu was drawn up with special focus on homemade pasta, which we prepare every day using fresh natural ingredients. We use prime quality ingredients imported from Italy as well as select Australian products. To ensure genuine Venetian taste and style
Reviewed By GargiC2013
We loved the entire experience in Da Guido. Be the Italian dishes made to perfection and very courteous friendly staff, the overall ambience, everything was remarkable. We ordered the Calamari salad, Duck breast with cocktail potatoes, seafood spaghetti and Seared Salmon with Avocado, along with Chianti...everything was perfect! Fine dining restaurant that gives you an unforgettable experience! Keep it up.
1. Scopri
Overall Ratings
5 based on 958 reviews
Reviewed By HelsnMax09
It feels special. Excellent waiting service, delicious food. Linen table clothes, napkins, not too noisy with a relaxed intimate atmosphere. Great restaurant for a special occasion or to meet with friends, Its always on my "Go To" list
