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1. La Mia Cucina
3.8
Excellent(4)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • St Kilda
At La Mia Cucina, translated as 'My Kitchen' in Italian, we extend an invitation to your senses, embarking on a culinary odyssey through the heart of Italy right here in St Kilda.Within our kitchen, we masterfully blend authenticity with innovation, ensuring every dish encapsulates the distinctive flavours of Italy’s diverse regions. Our wood-fired pizzas dance with the crackle of the oven, offering a symphony of tastes. Handcrafted pasta, tantalizing risottos, and timeless Italian classics grace our menu, promising an unforgettable journey for your taste buds.La Mia Cucina is more than a restaurant—it's a tribute to the art of Italian gastronomy. Each plate is a canvas, and every bite is a brushstroke, painting a portrait of tradition, passion, and culinary excellence.Come, join us in 'My Kitchen,' where every meal is a celebration of the love we pour into our craft, and every guest becomes a part of our culinary story.
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2. Attica
4.9
Exceptional(44)
Price: Very Expensive
• Australian • Ripponlea
Booked 7 times today
We’re an Australian restaurant, both in location and in spirit.We celebrate the incredible, unique ingredients found in this country and the many rich and varied culinary cultures it’s fostered – beginning thousands of years ago with the First Peoples who call this land home.The experience you’ll have at Attica is informed by all of this, as well as the values we pursue each day: excellence, kindness, creativity and, of course, fun.We believe in the unique, the unexpected and the surprising – and we love to meet new people.
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3. Grazia Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(988)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Glen Iris
Booked 18 times today
Grazia is a classic, authentic and casual Italian restaurant with a modern twist.
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4. Trattoria Emilia
4.8
Exceptional(1264)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Melbourne CBD
Booked 7 times today
Trattoria Emilia is an authentic Italian restaurant focusing on seasonal produce and fresh pasta. Head chefs Francesco Rota and Luca Flammia hail from Modena in Emilia Romagna.At Trattoria Emilia we seasonally change the menu and source a large majority of our produce from regional Victoria, our meat is organic and sustainably grown in Tasmania and Victoria and we import some of the best Italian DOC products. Some dishes that are not to be missed are our Tortelloni Emiliani and the crowd favourite salumi misti with gnocco fritto and tigelle served with mortadella mousse.Rustic, yet refined, Trattoria Emilia boasts fantastic ambience, attentive and professional service whilst all the while remaining a great casual dining spot perfect for a quick lunch, a long relaxing dinner with friends and has always been a romantic date spot.
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5. Officina Gastronomica Italiana
4.7
Exceptional(386)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Prahran
Booked 15 times today
Officina Gastronomica Italiana is the epitome of authentic Italian cuisine. Reviewers rave about the 'authentic Italian simplicity' and 'authentic Italian music softly in the background'. The 'authentic and sensible serving sizes' further enhance the authenticity of this eatery. The restaurant's primary focus on artisan pasta and espresso, complemented by a broad Italian wine list, solidifies its authenticity.
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6. Albert's Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(187)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Armadale
Booked 1 time today
Albert's is a neighbourhood wine bar nestled behind the heritage listed Kings Arcade in the leafy backstreets of Armadale. Our bar is named for the Australian artist, Albert Tucker who once resided in the area and more importantly depicted our beautiful 19th century building in his 1937 landscape.We offer an ever-changing list of exciting wines by authentic small batch producers from all over the world, along with many classic 'non-wine' drinking options. Don’t expect a traditional restaurant menu, our kitchen offers up a variety of smaller, seasonal plates that are designed to share. Order one or two as a snack or combine several to create a more substantial meal.
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7. The Orrong Hotel
4.6
Exceptional(458)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • Armadale
Classic Australian Pub lovingly restored with a tasty traditional menu
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8. Normandy Wine & Grill
4.7
Exceptional(93)
Price: Expensive
• French • Windsor
Normandy, a cosy restaurant & wine bar, serving French food both traditional and modern. Steak frites plays a big part on the menu serving Cape grim beef with Bearnaise or bordelaise sauce.- TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Steak Frites (all cuts of 'The Grill')- WEDNESDAYS $35 French Classic Dish + Glass of Wine- BYO Tuesday - Thursday ($25 corkage pb)
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9. Made In Casa
4.7
Exceptional(60)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Malvern
Booked 13 times today
We believe that nothing brings people together quite like good food. That's why we've dedicated ourselves to creating an authentic Italian dining experience that will transport you straight to the heart of Italy. Priding itself on utilizing only the freshest of ingredients, showcasing the natural flavors of the seasons through generational cooking methods with an edge.At Made in Casa, dining is a sensual experience, one that should be savored and relished. From the flavors of our homemade pasta and pizza to the ambiance of our elegant surroundings, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a seamless, unforgettable dining experience.
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10. Gilson
4.5
Awesome(702)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Yarra
Booked 83 times today
Gilson is an authentic Italian restaurant. It's praised for its 'authentic Italian cuisine' and 'flavor-packed pasta dishes' by customers in their reviews. The 'Seafood Linguine', 'avocado bruschetta', and 'tiramisu' are particularly noted as delicious. The ambiance is also described as cozy and welcoming, further adding to the authentic Italian experience.
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  • Reg
    Melbourne •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We've dined here with friends and family on 4 occasions in 2024 and without fail the service is friendly and efficient. Grazia is our preferred local dining venue. Congratulations to all involved. You are getting it right every time .
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    Grazia RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Glen Iris
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    4.8
  • MelbFoodieVIP
    Melbourne •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Had a delightful pasta lunch. The Lobster Spaghetti was fresh, zesty & delicious. The friendly staff coupled a white wine from Sicily perfectly with our meals. Looking forward to coming back again.
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    Officina Gastronomica ItalianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Prahran
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    4.7
  • Suzanne
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    If you enjoy the slightly unusual with an Aussie influence then this is the restaurant for you - we really enjoyed the food, it was an unforgettable night The only two downers that don’t relate to the food were 1. We didn’t have any dedicated waiting staff so didn’t get to develop any repartee / relationship which often enhances the night. The sommelier young man was the exception and therefore great … we had little conversations with him during the wine selection times …. He was great - having said that there was lots of serving staff 2. in the past we had heard (and was looking forward) to going into a real garden to show some of the produce used so quite disappointing to be lead to an enclosed box out the back either lots of little standing tables for guests
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    AtticaPrice: Very Expensive• Australian• Ripponlea
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    4.9
  • Ranj
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 20, 2024
    Excellent food, excellent service. We had dinner there for our wedding anniversary it was a wonderful experience.
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    Trattoria EmiliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Melbourne CBD
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    4.8
  • Caroline
    China •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on Aug 29, 2024
    Pizzas were really nice and staff friendly. They use really cheap, tasteless olives which was disappointing. Otherwise a nice pizza place.
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    La Mia CucinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• St Kilda
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    3.8

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