For a romantic meal in Victoria, Italian dining is a perfect choice. These restaurants cater to couples with intimate settings, flavorful dishes, and attentive service. From traditional recipes to contemporary twists, each venue offers a memorable experience for two.
Among Victoria’s premier Italian restaurants, Meat Flour Wine impresses with a menu full of flavour and a reputation for excellent hospitality. Explore our curated list of top restaurants in Victoria.
Meat Flour Wine
Meat Flour Wine Braeside is a family-run Italian restaurant in Braeside, Victoria. The team blends traditional Italian cooking with modern style to offer a welcoming dining experience. The venue focuses on high-quality ingredients and meals designed to make each visit memorable.
The restaurant emphasises excellent hospitality and a warm atmosphere. Guests can enjoy relaxed lunches, dinner gatherings, or celebrations with friends, supported by a carefully curated wine selection.
Services offered include:
- Italian dining with handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza
- Grilled premium cuts of meat over coals
- Curated wine list to pair with food
- Takeaway of their menu items
- Private events and celebrations with event menus
Phone: (03) 9580 2000
Email: eat@mfw.restaurant
Website: meatflourwine.com.au
Al Dente Enoteca
Al Dente Enoteca is a modern Italian restaurant in Carlton, Melbourne that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with a focus on thoughtful Italian‑inspired dishes. The venue includes two distinct dining spaces, the formal Enoteca and the more casual Sapori — giving guests choice in atmosphere when they dine. The restaurant highlights handmade pasta and seasonal creations prepared in‑house using local ingredients, blending Italian tradition with contemporary taste.
The team also makes Italian pantry products available through their delicatessen and weekly at‑home dining menus. Customers can browse housemade pasta, sauces and preserves in Sapori or order fresh pasta and seasonal meals for delivery within the Melbourne area. The restaurant supports private functions and event hosting in its spaces or offsite with custom menus.
Services offered include:
- Modern Italian dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Handmade pasta and seasonal dishes prepared in‑house
- Delicatessen retail of Italian pantry products
- At‑home dining delivery via weekly menu
- Private events and catering with custom menus
Phone: 0483 800 861
Email: ciao@aldenteenoteca.com
Website: aldenteenoteca.com
Studio Amaro
Studio Amaro is an Italian restaurant on Chapel Street in Windsor, Melbourne. The venue offers dine‑in Italian food in a relaxed yet stylish space. The restaurant features a main dining room upstairs and a basement bar for drinks and socialising.
The team focuses on seasonal Italian dishes and handcrafted menu items. It also supports takeaway food options and accommodates functions and events.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals for lunch and dinner
- Takeaway Italian food available daily
- Basement bar with drinks and DJ on weekends
- Private functions and event hosting
Phone: (03) 7046 0891
Email: studioamaro@communegroup.com.au
Website: studioamaro.au
Il Bacaro
Il Bacaro is a Venetian‑style Italian restaurant located on Little Collins Street in Melbourne’s CBD. The venue celebrates Italian food and drink with a focus on classic dining that honours the heritage of Venetian wine culture. The restaurant has delivered refined Italian dining in the city for many years and embraces the tradition of eating and drinking well in good company.
The team at Il Bacaro prepares Italian dishes with seasonal produce and offers an extensive wine list to complement meals. The space is designed for sit‑down lunch and dinner experiences with polished service and a warm atmosphere that reflects the restaurant’s Italian roots.
Services offered include:
- Venetian‑inspired Italian dine‑in meals for lunch and dinner
- Italian wine selection paired with dishes
- Group reservations and set menu options for larger parties
- Gift vouchers for dining experiences
- Exclusive hire and private events arrangements
Phone: (03) 9654 6778
Email: info@ilbacaro.com.au
Website: ilbacaro.com.au
Cucinetta Melb South Yarra
Cucinetta Melb South Yarra is a cosy Italian restaurant in South Yarra, Melbourne. The venue has been offering a boutique Italian dining experience since 2013. The space is small and welcoming, bringing guests together around seasonal Italian dishes and warm hospitality.
The team focuses on authentic Italian food complemented by an award‑winning wine list and weekly specials. The restaurant celebrates Italian tradition with refined seasonal menus and heartfelt service.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with a seasonal menu
- Weekly menu specials featuring classic Italian dishes
- Takeaway food during opening hours
- Licensed venue with a curated wine list
- Private functions for intimate gatherings
Phone: (03) 9942 2607
Email: info@cucinettamelb.com.au
Website: cucinettamelb.com.au
Il Solito Posto
Il Solito Posto is an established Italian restaurant in Melbourne’s CBD. It offers authentic regional Italian dishes from fresh seasonal produce in a warm, bustling space. Guests can choose between a casual café experience at street level or a more formal trattoria meal in the basement.
The venue also features a wine bar with an award‑winning wine list that complements its menu. Il Solito Posto serves meals throughout the day and provides takeaway options for customers who want Italian food to enjoy offsite.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals in the trattoria and cafe settings
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus with regional Italian dishes
- Takeaway Italian food from the menu
- Wine bar and drinks service
Phone: (03) 9654 4466
Email: manager@ilsolitoposto.com.au
Website: ilsolitoposto.com.au
Scopri
Scopri is a neighbourhood Italian restaurant in Carlton, Melbourne. The owners opened it after living in Piemonte, Italy, to bring authentic Northern Italian food and wine to the local community. The team uses seasonal produce, including vegetables from their biodynamic farm, and combines this with traditional family recipes to create a menu rooted in Italian culinary heritage.
The restaurant focuses on quality food and a curated wine list. Seasonal dishes reflect the best local and Italian ingredients. Scopri also supports private dining for groups and functions in dedicated spaces, offering a tailored experience for special occasions.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with seasonal and regional dishes
- Curated list of Italian and local wines
- Private dining rooms for lunch and dinner
- Group functions and special occasion bookings
Phone: (03) 9347 8252
Email: info@scopri.com.au
Website: scopri.com.au
Fig Branches
Fig Branches is a collective of Italian‑inspired dining venues and bakery concepts in Melbourne. The group celebrates handcrafted food, simple flavours and seasonal produce. Each venue within the group reflects a commitment to Italian culinary tradition and artisan techniques.
The organisation is led by Chef Jerry Kim, whose experience and passion shape the food and service. Venues under Fig Branches include formal and casual dining, retail pantry items and freshly baked goods, each with a focus on quality ingredients and thoughtful preparation.
Services offered include:
- Dine‑in Italian meals in multiple venue formats, including sit‑down restaurant experiences
- Handcrafted fresh pasta and artisan sourdough food offerings
- Retail Italian pantry products and boutique gift items
- Bakery goods such as long‑fermented sourdough, pastries and focaccia
- Private dining and event services at select locations
Phone: (03) 9642 4394
Email: seme@figbranches.com.au
Website: figbranches.com.au
Geppetto Trattoria
Geppetto Trattoria is a family‑run Italian restaurant in East Melbourne that has served classic Italian food since 1981. The venue offers authentic trattoria‑style dining with hearty, home‑style pasta, risotto, slow‑cooked meats and fresh seafood in a warm, welcoming space. The restaurant combines Italian tradition with local Melbourne ingredients for its menu.
The team also provides intimate settings for private dining and functions. Guests can enjoy sit‑down meals near the MCG and CBD, bring their own wine (BYO) or select from the licensed bar, and book the private function room for special events.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with traditional pasta, risotto and Italian classics
- BYO wine and licensed bar service
- Takeaway pick‑up and delivery options
- Private dining and function room bookings for groups and events
Phone: (03) 9417 4691
Email: contact@geppettotrattoria.com
Website: geppettotrattoria.com
La Cucina Melbourne
La Cucina Melbourne is an Italian restaurant in Melbourne’s CBD serving traditional Italian food. The venue offers a range of classic pasta, pizza, grilled dishes and seafood with flavours inspired by Italian cuisine. Guests can dine in the relaxed space on Little Bourke Street with a menu that spans entrees, main courses, salads and desserts.
The restaurant also takes reservations online or by phone and can cater for larger group bookings with set menu options for groups of more than ten people.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with pasta, pizza and main courses
- Grilled dishes and seafood on the menu
- Takeaway and online order options
- Group set menu bookings and event reservations
Phone: (03) 8456 7682
Email: info@lacucinamelbourne.com.au
Website: lacucinamelbourne.com.au
Osteria Ilaria
Osteria Ilaria is a modern Italian osteria in Melbourne’s CBD. The restaurant focuses on seasonal Italian cuisine served in a relaxed and elegant setting. The team provides guests with lunch and dinner experiences that highlight thoughtful dishes and a curated beverage selection.
The venue also offers private dining experiences and special wine‑focused events. Osteria Ilaria welcomes walk‑in diners and reservations for groups, with a wine programme curated by sommeliers featuring global and vintage wines.
Services offered include:
- Modern Italian dine‑in meals for lunch and dinner
- Seasonal à la carte menu selections
- Business lunch and chef’s selection menus
- Curated wine list and beverage service
- Private dining and exclusive wine dinners
Phone: (03) 9642 2287
Email: eat@osteriailaria.com
Website: osteriailaria.com
Da Guido La Pasta
Da Guido La Pasta is an Italian restaurant on Lygon Street in Carlton, Melbourne. The team makes fresh handmade pasta and serves it with a menu that changes with the seasons and the kitchen’s creativity. The venue also offers Italian wines chosen to pair with its dishes, bringing classic flavours into each dining experience.
The restaurant caters for group dining and special occasions with set menus and chef tasting options. Guests can enjoy lunch at weekends or dinner during the week in a warm, inviting space that focuses on quality food and personal hospitality.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with handmade pasta and regional dishes
- Chef tasting menus for groups and special events
- Curated Italian, French and Australian wine selections
- BYO wine option at a corkage fee
- Group dining and set menu experiences with reservations required
Phone: (03) 8528 4547
Email: info@daguidolapasta.com
Website: daguidolapasta.com
Tipo 00
Tipo 00 is an Italian restaurant and modern pasta bar in Melbourne’s CBD. The venue centres on handcrafted pasta and Italian‑inspired food with a strong emphasis on quality ingredients and technique. It showcases the owners’ passion for pasta, food and beverage in a refined yet relaxed space.
The team at Tipo 00 creates dishes that highlight fresh house‑made pasta and curated flavours. The restaurant invites guests to enjoy lunch and dinner in an intimate setting with a carefully selected wine list and beverage options that complement the menu.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals with a focus on house‑made pasta and regional dishes
- Curated wine and beverage service to pair with meals
- Walk‑in seating and reservations for lunch and dinner
- Chef’s menu and premium set menu experiences
- Gift vouchers for dining experiences
Phone: (03) 9942 3946
Email: eat@tipoOO.com.au
Website: tipo00.com.au
Florentino
Florentino is an iconic Italian dining venue on Bourke Street in Melbourne’s CBD with a legacy dating back to 1928. The restaurant honours its history while continuing to evolve with refined Italian dining across multiple spaces. Florentino blends classic hospitality with contemporary Italian cuisine influenced by seasonal and regional produce.
The venue includes distinct dining experiences such as the Florentino Dining Room, Café Florentino and the Cellar Bar. Each space offers a unique atmosphere, from classic sit‑down dining to more relaxed café and bar settings with curated wines and Italian‑inspired food.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals in the Florentino Dining Room with refined seasonal dishes
- Casual Italian dining at Café Florentino and the Grill with wood‑fired and Tuscan‑inspired cooking
- Cellar Bar service with antipasti, wine and drinks throughout the day
- Curated Italian wine and beverage pairings
- Private dining and event hosting options through dedicated spaces
Phone: (03) 9021 5242
Email: reservations@florentino.melbourne
Website: florentino.melbourne
Amiconi
Amiconi is an authentic Italian restaurant in West Melbourne that has served traditional Italian food for over sixty years. The venue combines classic home‑style Italian cooking with warm hospitality in a licensed and BYO wine setting. The restaurant atmosphere is welcoming and familiar, reflecting long family ties with its guests.
The team also supports customised dining for events and functions. Amiconi offers tailored menus for weddings, birthdays, corporate luncheons and other occasions, either at the restaurant or delivered to an event location.
Services offered include:
- Italian dine‑in meals featuring classic pasta, seafood and mains
- Fully licensed dining with BYO wine option
- Customised event catering for weddings, birthdays and corporate luncheons
- Takeaway food available from the menu
Phone: (03) 9328 3710
Email: mickcardamone53@gmail.com
Website: amiconi.com.au
