The BEST Italian Restaurants in Melbourne CBD VIC

Italian Influenced Modern Australian Restaurant in Melbourne with laid back bar, outdoor seating and a function hall. Our menu fuses traditional Italian recipes with modern Australian ingredients and techniques, resulting in innovative and unforgettable dishes. Our chefs use only the freshest and highest quality ingredients to create house-made pasta dishes, gourmet pizzas, seafood, and succulent slow-cooked dishes. We also have an extensive wine list featuring local and international wines, cocktails, spirits, and beers. Our friendly staff provide exceptional customer service, catering to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-friendly diets. Come experience the warm and welcoming atmosphere of our top-rated restaurant, perfect for any occasion!

Eat, Drink and Enjoy at East Melbournes all day Italian eatery and restaurant inspired by the food we grew up eating in the homeland. Our warm and inviting atmosphere is perfect for a casual meal with friends and family, or a special occasion with a loved one. We pride ourselves in providing you with exceptional service and a memorable dining experience, true southern Italian hospitality. Come hungry and leave smiling! Benvenuto a Roccella

Classic Italian dishes in a cosy dining room with stylish red lampshades and a riverside terrace.

Be swept away to Italy at Sassy Italian. With timeless food, signature pasta dishes and traditional customer service, Sassy is your destination for warming hospitality in Melbourne. Located next to North Melbourne train station, our restaurant looks over the Melbourne Star & Docklands area. Enjoy a beautiful meal with stunning views and feel like you're in Italy.

Cosi Bar Ristorante is the first Italian bar restaurant of its kind in Melbourne. Setting the standards of Italian hospitality in South Yarra since 1996, Cosi Bar Restaurant is the brainchild of two passionate friends, Omar and Giacomo, which have transformed an iconic bar into one of Melbourne's finest boutique restaurants. Their secret? A trifecta of great food, impeccable service, and warm hospitality. Teaming up with Chef Donatello, they revived the renowned Cosi, offering patrons a slice of 'La Dolce Vita'. Experience authentic Italian culture, flavors, and the joy of togetherness.

In November 2016, the restaurant evolved into the award-winning suburban icon you see today. We are committed to sharing the love and personality of our venue with you in every way possible, so that your experience with us is nothing short of fabulous. Whether it’s a friendly Italian greeting on arrival, or a cheeky ‘high-five’ on your way out, we want to ensure a fun experience is had by all no matter what the occasion We’re all about the little things, the one percenters you might say - it’s these that make all the difference. And whilst our space is considered small compared with others, be assured our authentic Italian food & beverage offering packs a punch. Hope we’ll celebrate with you soon.

Established in the 1960s, Carosello is now the longest standing pizza restaurant in Australia. Carosello is loved for its atmosphere and extensive menu boasting delicious Italian classics like hand-made pastas, traditional pizzas and vibrant cocktails in a contemporary setting. Carosello loves to party; they're the perfect function venue for your next event. They host birthdays, engagements, anniversaries, christenings, baptisms and more. Business Hours: Mon: Closed Tue: 17:00 - 21:30 Wed: 17:00 - 21:30 Thu: 17:00 - 21:30 Fri: 17:00 - 22:00 Sat: 17:00 - 22:00 Sun:12:00 - 15:00,17:00 - 21:30