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A photo of Cecconi's Flinders Lane restaurant
1. Cecconi's Flinders Lane
4.8
Exceptional(1218)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 25 times today
Cecconi's Flinders Lane is a "Melbourne institution" that offers an exceptional dining experience with its authentic Contemporary Italian cuisine. Nestled in the heart of Melbourne CBD, this sophisticated restaurant has been awarded the prestigious One Hat by The Age Good Food Guide consistently from 2006 to 2023. Diners rave about the "sublime" meals, highlighting dishes like the seafood linguine and veal cotoletta. The restaurant is celebrated for its "impeccable" service and a "wonderful ambience," creating a memorable experience. With a menu that offers real choice and a wine list to match, Cecconi’s stands out as a top destination for Italian fare.
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2. Bar Taralli
4.6
Exceptional(40)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • North Melbourne
Booked 12 times today
Nestled in the heart of North Melbourne, Bar Taralli brings the rustic charm and bold flavours of Southern Italy to Melbourne.This inviting restaurant is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine, offering a warm and welcoming space for food lovers to gather.Whether you are craving handmade pasta, fresh seafood, or a glass of fine wine, Bar Taralli promises a dining experience that’s both memorable and delicious.
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3. Teatro Gastronomia
4.3
Awesome(1105)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Southbank
Booked 12 times today
Teatro Gastronomia, nestled along the vibrant Southbank Promenade, offers an exquisite Contemporary Italian dining experience that captures the true essence of Italy. Guests rave about the “amazing food and even better service,” consistently highlighting the restaurant’s “delicious” offerings, from traditional wood-fired pizzas to delectable pasta dishes. With its fresh, seasonal produce-driven menu, Teatro manages to keep its offerings both authentic and innovative, providing plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options. The stunning views of the Yarra River add to the atmosphere, making it a perfect pre-show dining spot. Diners consistently praise it as a “highly recommended” destination for Italian cuisine lovers.
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4. Luci
4.4
Awesome(218)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 3 times today
Luci offers a delightful journey into the world of Contemporary Italian cuisine, nestled in the heart of Melbourne's historic Equity Chambers Building. This hidden gem is celebrated for its "superb" culinary creations that beautifully blend delicate flavors with light, balanced dishes. Diners rave about the "amazing food," with standout mentions of the chef's selection being "outstanding" and the snapper with mushroom sauce being a particular highlight. The ambience, reminiscent of an old-world charm, provides a "fabulous" and sophisticated backdrop, making it an ideal spot for romantic dinners or intimate gatherings. With attentive service and impeccable presentation, Luci ensures a truly memorable dining experience.
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5. D.O.C Osteria Carlton
4.5
Awesome(43)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Carlton
Booked 12 times today
D.O.C is real Italian eating and age old simplicity refreshed with contemporary flair. A celebration of heritage. A joy in sharing. Authentic, exuberant and outrageously Italian.
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6. Bar Brillo
4.7
Exceptional(4)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Niddrie
Our mission with Bar Brillo is to create a place to enjoy awesome local and imported wines as well as small plates designed to share and made with great ingredients.Why Brillo? Brillo means “tipsy” in Italian and also “I shine”. So we hope the food will shine and the drinks won’t get you too Brillo.We can’t wait to have you all back into our venue, and to start cooking some great food.
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7. Funghi E Tartufo
4.5
Awesome(147)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 10 times today
Nestled in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, Funghi E Tartufo offers an exceptional Contemporary Italian dining experience that is both authentic and innovative. This plant-based restaurant, led by Chef Alessandra D'Angelo, masterfully blends traditional Italian flavors with a modern, earth-friendly twist. The pappardelle with mushroom and truffle sauce is a standout, described by diners as “simply not possible to go wrong.” Guests rave about the “amazing plant-based food” and the impeccable service, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether vegan or not, patrons leave with a “new appreciation for food” and a desire to return for more delightful culinary adventures.
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8. TROMBAR
3.8
Excellent(23)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Ascot Vale
Trombar is a Bar Restaurant where you can spend a wonderful evening whit your friends there is live music where you can dance all night.We got a beautiful Italian restaurant that serve high quality Italian cuisine. Our signature dish is linguine whit lobster or hand made pasta including how testing meat ribeye ,eyes fillet or Salmon on the grill inside there are three bars where you can drink your favorite cocktail and spirits .The atmosphere it’s very electric and fun where you can spend a nice evening in the company of freind and meet other people as well We recommend you come visit us to spend a nice special evening whit your friends. See you soon
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9. Ciao Cielo
new
4.6
Exceptional(319)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Port Melbourne
Booked 9 times today
Ciao!Set in Port Melbourne's stunning heritage courthouse and gardens, experience exquisite Italian cuisine that will transport you straight to Italy.
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10. Grazia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1135)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Glen Iris
Booked 71 times today
Grazia Restaurant in Glen Iris is a standout destination for Contemporary Italian cuisine, offering diners an exceptional blend of classic Italian flavors with a modern twist. Renowned for its "absolutely outstanding" dishes, patrons rave about the Lobster and Prawn Pasta Bisque and Tiramisu, describing them as "to die for." Chef Joey D is lauded for crafting some of the "best Italian food outside of Italy," drawing diners back to cherished memories of authentic Italian dining. The restaurant exudes warmth and joy, with attentive staff ensuring every visit is a "next level" experience. Grazia is a true gem for Italian cuisine lovers.
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  • Peter
    Melbourne •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Very convenient location for anywhere in the Arts Centre. Good, fairly fast service. I would have liked a bit more choice on the menu but what there is, is nicely prepared and tasty. Can get very noisy later in the evening but is okay early on. As an Italian-styled restaurant, all they need is a decent barista as the one we had on Saturday night was hopeless. Otherwise, a pleasant meal helped along by a very competent waiter.
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    Teatro GastronomiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southbank
    •
    4.3
  • Antony
    Adelaide •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food service all Wonderful as always. Thank you again!
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    Cecconi's Flinders LanePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.8
  • Ross
    Los Angeles •25 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Food and service were very good. Wine list was also great
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    Bar TaralliPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Melbourne
    •
    4.6
  • Cheyann
    Melbourne •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jun 6, 2025
    Enjoyed the visit overall - staff were lovely and attentive, the food was delicious but a little bit slow between starters and the bigger dishes. Ambiance was great. Only note is that the wines were quite expensive - the cheapest glass was $20 and would have appreciated more of a range in terms of cost. I find that most places will offer glasses at varying cost between $16-$24
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    Bar BrilloPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Niddrie
    •
    4.7
  • SabrinaVIP
    Sydney •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 4, 2025
    Brilliant service as we were running appallingly late due to a flight delay, and the servers accommodated us with 5 minutes to go on their lunch hours. Lovely ambience and the pasta was gorgeous!
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    LuciPrice: Expensive• Australian• Melbourne CBD
    •
    4.4

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