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Name: Pepe's Italian & Liquor
Address: 275 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC, Australia, 3000
Telephone: (03) 9663 7994
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.4

Pepe's Italian & Liquor

4.4 (808)

$40 and under

Italian

275 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Pepe's Italian and Liquor is an Italian restaurant located in the theatre district of Melbourne's CBD. Paying homage to the golden age of 1930s and 1940s New York, with an impressive mural along the back wall designed by Belgian artist Jan Van Der Veken.
Try our house made signature pastas, like the Spicy Vodka Rigatoni and the Raviolini; and a range of pizzas which cover all the classics, and some Pepe's specialties.
Our extensive wine and cocktail list will be sure to keep you going, while you check out our outdoor courtyard and beer garden space, the largest of it's kind in the CBD.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Modern Australian
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9663 7994
Website
http://www.pepesitalian.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
275 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Parking details
On-street and secure parking are available adjacent and nearby.
Public transit
Located one block east of La Trobe Street Stop #8 and nestled between Parliament and Melbourne Central train stations.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

House FocacciaA$12.50
Parmigiano Crust
Cacio e Pepe'sA$15.50
Aubergine Fritters, Cacio e Pepe Sauce
Suppli al TelefonoA$18.50
Roman Arancini - Tomato, Mozzarella
Pizza BombaA$19.00
Chicken Alla Cacciatora Filled Pizza Balls
Zucchini FlowersA$21.00
Haloumi, Ricotta, Mint
Salumi PlateA$28.00
House Pickles, Grissini
Fritti MistoA$25.00
Calamari, Whitebait, Zucchini, Lemon
Polpette al SugoA$19.50
Veal+Pork Meatballs, Napoli Sauce
MortadellaA$21.00
Gnocco Fritto, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pistachio
Casino ClamsA$25.50
Diamond Shell Clams, Guanciale, Garlic, Pangrattato
Harry's Bar CarpaccioA$24.50
Sliced Raw Beef, Universal Sauce
Kingfish CrudoA$25.50
Preserved Lemon, Sage, Capers
Mozzarella di Bufala FrittaA$23.50
Heirloom Tomato, Basil
Cocktail di GamberiA$24.50
Prawn, Avocado, Cocktail Sauce
Whipped RicottaA$19.50
Broadbeans, Peas, Herbs
Polenta ChipsA$15.00
Romesco

Insalate

Grilled Chicken +$8.50

Cavolo e PiselliA$19.50
Cabbage, Pea, Parmigiano Reggiano, Mint
SupercibiA$21.50
Broccoli, Zucchini, Snowpeas, Edamame, Sunflower Seeds, Pumpkin Seeds, Leaves
CaesarA$23.50
Cos, Boiled Egg, Bacon, Anchovies, Croutons, Parma Dressing

Macaroni

Spicy Rigatoni VodkaA$27.50
Tomato, Onion, Calabrian Chilli
Spaghetti alle VongoleA$36.00
Diamond Clams, Garlic, Parsley, Lemon
TortelloniA$34.50
Beef + Veal Bolognese, Buffalo Ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano
Paccheri alla NeranoA$27.50
Zucchini, Parmigiano Reggiano, Lemon, Basil
Gnocchi alla SorrentinaA$27.50
Tomato Sugo, Stracciatella
Macaroni alla GriciaA$29.50
Guanciale, Pecorino
CasarecceA$34.50
Duck Ragu, Gremolata
Cannelloni alla PinaA$28.50
Salumi, Meatballs, Mozzarella, Tomato Sugo
RisottoA$27.50
Asparagus, Zucchini, Peas, Lemon

Pizza

Gluten Free Pizza Base +$4

MargheritaA$22.00
San Marzano, Basil, Fior Di Latte, Parmigiano Reggiano
Pepe's-RoniA$25.50
Pepperoni, San Marzano, Parmigiano Reggiano, Fior Di Latte
ProsciuttoA$26.50
San Marzano, Rocket, Parmigiano Reggiano
Bianca MariaA$26.00
Smoked Provolone, Pancetta, Potato, Pesto
Angry RitaA$24.00
Arrabiata Napoli, Straciatella, Chilli
PorchettaA$26.50
Roast Pork, Crackling, Potato, Fior Di Latte, Garlic, Rosemary
Gambero RossoA$28.00
San Marzano, Prawn, Spicy Salsa Verde, Rocket
ParmigianaA$24.00
Tomato, Eggplant, Eggplant Crisps, Parmigiano Reggiano, Smoked Provola, Basil

Pesce & Carne

Cotolleta alla MilaneseA$36.50
Crumbed Veal Schnitzel
Pollo alla CacciatoraA$33.00
Hunter's Chicken
Pesce del Giorno
- M/P
Bistecca del Giorno
- M/P

Contorni

Piselli alla RomanaA$13.00
Peas, Prosciutto, Mint
Broccoli RabeA$14.00
Garlic, Chilli, Lemon
Arugula & PereA$13.00
Rocket, Pear, Parmigiano, Balsamic, EVOO
Garden SaladA$13.50
Vinaigrette Dressing
French FriesA$11.50

Dolce

NY Lemon CheesecakeA$14.50
Salted Caramel ProfiterolesA$16.00
Chocolate Milk Sauce
Torta al CioccolatoA$16.50
Bittersweet Chocolate Dessert, Whipped Cream
TiramisùA$15.00
CannoliA$16.50
Amarena Cherry & Custard, Pistachio
Gelato Coupe #1A$14.00
Coffee &Verona Chocolate Gelato, Hot Fudge Caramel Sauce, Whipped Cream
Gelato Coupe #2A$14.00
Raspberry & Peach Sorbet, White Chocolate Sauce Whipped Cream

What 808 people are saying

Pepe's Italian & Liquor reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

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808 Reviews

T
Trac
Melbourne8 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Could not fault this place! The staff were exceptional, the food was outstanding & the overall vibe is just gorgeous. The vodka pasta was the best thing we have eaten in years! We even had photos taken by staff in the sleigh out the front who turned the snow machine on for us! Highly recommend
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DotS
Melbourne4 reviews
4.0
Dined on August 2, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good food , nice atmosphere , quick , friendly service.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne2 reviews
4.0
Dined on July 29, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
went here for a birthday dinner, all staff were accommodating and very lovely, the food was delicious however it took 50 minutes to an hour to get to our table after we ordered. i will be coming back to try their pizza’s as they looked delicious!
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SallyP
New South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on July 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing evening at Pepe’s celebrating a special birthday with family. The food and service were fabulous,. Thankyou Pepe’s 😍
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SophC
Victoria2 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 28, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The food was great, cannot fault it, however, we were disappointed with the service. No one came to our table to check in or take our order. We'd been sitting for about 30 minutes before we ended up calling someone over- this was a recurring theme throughout the night. A long wait for drinks as well. Not what you expect given the price tag.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on July 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so nice outside with the blankets and heater, plus the food was exquisite! I absolutely recommend the vodka rigatoni, it was probably the best thing I’ve ever eaten
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Halo
Melbourne4 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great rustic pizzas, great wine. Tiramisu was delicious. Great atmosphere, good music, not too loud and weren’t sitting too close to others. Service was really good friendly. One of my favorite places.
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YIMEAC
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on July 21, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
There were problems with our order and we had to get the attention of about three staff members before we were actually attended to. Seemed as though they were short staffed as we watched large groups arrive all at once. Once our problem was brought up, it was solved in a timely manner and the food was amazing. Overall, decent service and a great environment.
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SurjitSingh
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on July 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff was super attentive towards making sure we all had good experience. The food and drinks were exceptional.
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5302
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great place for work lunch: amazing (and quick!) service and delicious food!
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275 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Hours of operation
Lunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:45 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Modern Australian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On-street and secure parking are available adjacent and nearby.
Public transit
Located one block east of La Trobe Street Stop #8 and nestled between Parliament and Melbourne Central train stations.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.pepesitalian.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9663 7994

Pepe's Italian & Liquor

About this restaurant

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Additional information

Margherita

Tiramisù

Pepe's-Roni

Antipasto

House FocacciaA$12.50

Cacio e Pepe'sA$15.50

Suppli al TelefonoA$18.50

Pizza BombaA$19.00

Zucchini FlowersA$21.00

Salumi PlateA$28.00

Fritti MistoA$25.00

Polpette al SugoA$19.50

MortadellaA$21.00

Casino ClamsA$25.50

Harry's Bar CarpaccioA$24.50

Kingfish CrudoA$25.50

Mozzarella di Bufala FrittaA$23.50

Cocktail di GamberiA$24.50

Whipped RicottaA$19.50

Polenta ChipsA$15.00

Insalate

Cavolo e PiselliA$19.50

SupercibiA$21.50

CaesarA$23.50

Macaroni

Spicy Rigatoni VodkaA$27.50

Spaghetti alle VongoleA$36.00

TortelloniA$34.50

Paccheri alla NeranoA$27.50

Gnocchi alla SorrentinaA$27.50

Macaroni alla GriciaA$29.50

CasarecceA$34.50

Cannelloni alla PinaA$28.50

RisottoA$27.50

Pizza

MargheritaA$22.00

Pepe's-RoniA$25.50

ProsciuttoA$26.50

Bianca MariaA$26.00

Angry RitaA$24.00

PorchettaA$26.50

Gambero RossoA$28.00

ParmigianaA$24.00

Pesce & Carne

Cotolleta alla MilaneseA$36.50

Pollo alla CacciatoraA$33.00

Pesce del Giorno

Bistecca del Giorno

Contorni

Piselli alla RomanaA$13.00

Broccoli RabeA$14.00

Arugula & PereA$13.00

Garden SaladA$13.50

French FriesA$11.50

Dolce

NY Lemon CheesecakeA$14.50

Salted Caramel ProfiterolesA$16.00

Torta al CioccolatoA$16.50

TiramisùA$15.00

CannoliA$16.50

Gelato Coupe #1A$14.00

Gelato Coupe #2A$14.00

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