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Prosciutto - Donnini's, Carlton, AU-VIC

Donnini's

4.6 (661)
$41 to $100
Italian
320 Lygon street, Carlton, AU-VIC 3053

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Donnini's is a generational Italian eatery with a sincere focus on handmade pasta, real food, generous hospitality & well sourced wines.

Family owned and operated DONNINI'S relaxed atmosphere and honest approach to traditional cooking provides the perfect environment for family get-togethers, intimate dinners and business lunches alike.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Vegetarian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9347 3128
  • Website
    http://donninis.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    320 Lygon street, Carlton, AU-VIC 3053
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton
  • Cross street
    Faraday & Grattan Streets
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1, 6, 8, 16, 64, 72 tram lines
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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What 661 people are saying

Donnini's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Inner City North

    Good for business meals

  • Inner City North

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donnini's in Melbourne is celebrated for its "excellent service" and authentic Italian cuisine, especially the "best pasta ever," like the homemade tortelli. Guests rave about the "fabulous food" and "super friendly staff." Though the ambiance could use a refresh, the quality of the meals and welcoming atmosphere make it a top dining choice.
661 Reviews

  1. Cristina

    New South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service. Meal size was a very generous serve.

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  2. MARK

    Melbourne25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great pasta and good service. Maybe the wine list could be developed a little more, but no complaints.

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  3. John

    Melbourne15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff are very friendly and helpful. Very attentive and knowledgeable. The food is great, special Italian pasta and sauces. The menu is varied and a good list of varied wines, both European and Australian. Interesting salads accompany dishes.

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  4. Michelle

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a lovely lunch and great service. Expensive for what we ate however appreciate the cost of living and increase in costs

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  5. Wooow

    Melbourne9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, food was absolutely fantastic, took a client who was so impressed, staff were so attentive and he felt quite spoilt by the experience. Living in Sydney I miss the amazing food that Donninis provide, the best Italian food in Melbourne and there is a lot of good ones but not Donninis. Until next time...

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  6. Athanasia

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Pasta ever, especially the homemade tortelli. I came back to Melbourne from Sydney just for the tortelli

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  7. Joe

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great I have been going there for years Marco great person

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  8. Sharon

    Victoria8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time back at this restaurant for quite a few years - had always been a favourite. We did stick to the dishes that we had always loved and we were not disappointed. We will certainly be back and will not wait a few years before returning.

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  9. Lynley

    Melbourne7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. The staff are wonderful and the food excellent.

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  10. Sarah

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Why is no one dining at Donnini’s? It was quiet in there. But gees, that pasta was some of the best I have ever eaten. Service was attentive. The place could do with a makeover, but you can’t go past the pasta. Better than Florentino’s and up there with Scopri.

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FAQs

Donnini's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9347 3128.

Donnini's is rated 4.6 stars by 661 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. Inner City North
  5. Carlton

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Donnini's

320 Lygon street, Carlton, AU-VIC 3053

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Faraday & Grattan Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Carlton
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Comfort Food, Vegetarian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    1, 6, 8, 16, 64, 72 tram lines
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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