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Criniti's Southbank, Southbank, AU-VIC

Criniti's Southbank

3.3
3.3
23 Reviews
$40 and under
Italian
Criniti's Southbank location is the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious Italian meal with stunning views of Southbank.

Our restaurant is conveniently located in the heart of the area, offering easy access to all its attractions. From woodfired pizzas, ribs and pasta to fresh seafood, grilled fish and risotto, we offer a variety of authentic Italian dishes for lunch and dinner.

We take great pride in our menu, which combines Southern Italian flavours with contemporary Australian cuisine for an unforgettable experience. Enjoy our selection of antipasti, steaks, gourmet salads, burgers and more! Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or an indulgent meal, Criniti’s dazzles your palate with its vibrant flavours and delectable dishes.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Australian

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Daily 8:30 am–11:00 am

  • Phone number

    (02) 8026 7700

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Southbank

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available, Wine

What 23 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.3
3.3 based on recent ratings
  • 3.4Food
  • 3.2Service
  • 3.3Ambience
  • 3.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • City Centre

    Kid-friendly

  • City Centre

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • City Centre

    Healthy

  • City Centre

    Hot spot

  • City Centre

    Great for outdoor dining

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  1. TMB19

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience3
    My mince was raw but at least they compensated by removing my meal from the bill. Overall the food was average on our table and they just want to get people in and out.
  2. PatriciaA

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful Mother’s Day with my children, the staff were so polite! Goood was absolutely amazing & the cocktails were on point. Not to mention the beautiful view over Southbank! Thank you crinitis
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Us along with many others were greeted at the door with a paper closed sign and a waiter swiping his hands as if to say don’t come in. Restaurant was closed 2 days prior without any notice to booking reservations and told us to ‘walk’ to Carlton. Wanted to know what it was like but not supporting a business that operates like this. They claim a gas leak was the cause but had 15 gas bottles on the floor and a couple of chefs still preparing food deliveries. Sounds like a work safe hazard. We were stranded with no dinner and parking for no reason right next to the restaurant.
  4. MichelleM

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Have been to Crinitis many times, and we keep returning for the pizzas. They are very good! Wood oven, thin based, and lots of toppings to choose from
  5. MeaganA

    Victoria

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful food. A huge menu to choose from. Great overall experience Would go back again
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Chicken was over cooked and food was overpriced Pizza was great though
  7. Sarah

    Victoria

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience3
    A really terrible experience, having to argue with an employee who claimed to be the manager that a meal came out with a key ingredient that was not listed on the menu, due to allergies I was unable to eat it. I found a lovely lady downstairs who was dressed professionally and she was the manager who took care of the situation and was very polite, removed the meal from the bill, however the night was ruined by this point and we were ready to leave. I will not be returning.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Adelaide

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was a great night and better food
  9. JacobE

    Melbourne

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience1
    The food was very tasteful and came out very quickly, however the service was poor and I felt liked I wasn't cared for as a customer.
  10. KamA

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall1food1service5ambience2
    The ribs were awful and cold. The waitress who served us was an absolute delight, she needs to find herself a job in a restaurant which serves great food.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2022

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Food was terrible
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took the family for Christmas Eve dinner. Good food, service and casual ambiance. We were seated outside, overlooking the buzz of people along Southbank. Kids enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and menu variety - great for sharing!
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Calgary

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Didn’t honour the reservation and weren’t even apologetic. Blamed the online booking system. Offered to seat us 2 hours later (we had five kids with us). Don’t bother booking here.
  14. MezzaR

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Great food, generous servings, friendly service , very busy glad we booked
  15. ACustomer

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2022

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    We had to remind the restaurant about our main about an hour after our starters were served. Even then we received our mains in 1 & 2 dishes. The first main and the last were served more than half an hour apart.
  16. RobM

    Melbourne

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Not tasty, cake cold, and service wasnt great. Menu was huge
  17. ChristineS

    Melbourne

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall1food3service1ambience3
    Arrived promptly at the specified time booked on this site, at venue only to be told the chef wasn’t there and they could not accommodate us for breakfast.
  18. Dmdesign22

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall3food3service1ambience3
    Hostess very unhelpful. I requested a different table away from the hallway and I was not accommodated. Entire floor was empty( see pic )so my group could Be relocated. When I spoke with the person in charge I got the I don’t care attitude this is your table take or leave it. Very disappointed.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was great, toilets were not the cleanest.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was amazing as always is ,best food and best restaurant never disappoints !
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Big servings
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food and awesome service
  23. Kevin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2018

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    There was a take away coffee section of the restaurant that was run by the same person who was meant to get us our table. We ended up waiting for 10 minute without service. The person who proclaimed the restraint was “his” asked us to stand next to a big group of people to wait longer, and he was very rude. I will never go back to this restaurant. No customer service, just rudeness.

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Criniti's Southbank using the Order Online button. Criniti's Southbank also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 8026 7700.

Criniti's Southbank is rated 3.3 stars by 23 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Criniti's Southbank

645 Freshwater Place, Southbank, AU-VIC 3006

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Southbank

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 8:30 am–10:30 pm Fri, Sat 8:30 am–11:00 pm Breakfast Daily 8:30 am–11:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Australian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    None

  • Payment options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wi-Fi available, Wine

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