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Small CBD pasta bar that has taken Melbourne by storm; while fresh pasta and risotto dishes are the drawcard here, smart diners don’t pass over the equally delicious antipasti on offer. The kitchen is open all day, but book early...

Modena born chefs Luca Flammia and Francesco Rota wear their hearts on their sleeves in this buzzy trattoria/bakery; with a menu that includes Gnocco Fritto and Tortellini in Brodo. Stop in for breakfast and indulge in freshly baked pastries from...

The blue and yellow colour palette of this Italian restaurant takes us straight to the cultural background and flavours of chef and owner Giancarlo Ferrara. The same bright and identifying flavours are found in the dishes reinterpreted with creative flair....

Modern Italian pizza is the thing here, teamed with lovely antipasto and an always buzzing dining room. A true Italian dining experience from a well-loved team. Everything started twenty years ago, today D.O.C. (Denominazione d'origine controllata) counts 4 successful shops: espresso...

Legendary trattoria in Melbourne's south, owned by Sardinian born Pietro Porcu. The warm and intimate dining room has no written menu, but the knowledgeable waiters are on hand to guide diners through the days dishes, featuring Sardinian specialties and delicious...

Historic Melbourne CBD institution owned by celebrity chef Guy Grossi. The menu happily marries the traditional with the innovative; while the grand dining room, with its classic murals and stained glass windows, sets the stage for one of the cities greatest...

Gertrude Street, just north of the CBD, is a hotbed of trendy restaurants and bars. Ladro is a senior on this strip, but holds its own against any newcomers. Beautiful thin-crust pizza and perfect calamari fritti feature, but go early...

Sicilian born Rosa Mitchell has created a little piece of her homeland in this Melbourne CBD oasis. The bright and airy dining room is the perfect lunchtime space, and the savvy service and smart wine list mean you'll be returning...

A big night out venue; with its grand dining room, even grander wine list, and team of professional waiters. Celebrity chef Neil Perry shows his passion for Italian food with a wide ranging menu that has something for everyone, all...

This popular Bondi Beach pizzeria is well known for its support of organic produce; from the kitchen through to the wine list and gelato bar. While pizza is the main drawcard here, the secret weapon is a couple of outstanding...