Melbourne Restaurants

Having fully refurbished the venue, 57 is now famous for its relaxed, casual and stylish dining atmosphere. 57's kitchen boasts a simple fresh cuisine complemented by a boutique wine list featuring some sensational local and imported wines. If it's a perfect morning coffee, a romantic dinner or an intimate family gathering, visit 57 for an everlasting experience!

Dion Li Rosi started his apprenticeship at Va Tutto Restaurant in Ivanhoe at the tender age of 16ish, after growing up in an environment where food, friends and family were paramount, it seemed natural to take a position in cookery. His love of food and tradition provided the passion needed to work up the ranks in the kitchen and improve his technique and knowledge. With itchy feet, he parted ways with Va Tutto and accepted a role at De Bortoli Wineries to complete his apprenticeship and increase his product knowledge.

The completion of his apprenticeship saw him once again climb the ladder of hierarchy for a further 3 years until the thirst for knowledge had him take a break from cooking to up skill with a nutrition course at ACNT, which provided some of the most sensitive dietary information that is integral within the industry. Being away from the pans was harder than expected, so the next step was to re-enter the industry, but concentrate on different cuisine. Classically Italian trained, Dion took a job at Two Beans and a Farm, where the menu was heavily Spanish/French. Within the walls of this 150 Year old Homestead, a bond was concreted with the manager, Tro Jerijian, who he brought with him to DiCasa Restaurant.

At DiCasa, we are heavily produce and service driven, sourcing the best products from local businesses and processing from scratch to create the best possible European cuisine. Using old school family recipes from the old country while incorporating the world’s best produce, Dion is able to represent his cultural background. We go to great lengths chasing producers and cutting out the middlemen, to reduce food miles as we often buy straight from the source. Whether you are a romantic table of 2 or a group booking of 60, the emphasis is to cater each situation to the needs of your guests. This incorporates all dietary requirements, children meals, disabled access, music, lighting and décor.

CHILL Restaurant & Bar features an extensive modern Australian menu of fresh seasonal produce and succulent fine meats. CHILL offers a contemporary setting and welcoming atmosphere to suit any occasion, and boasts a full open kitchen so you can enjoy the spectacle of flaming pans and marvel at the chefs’ skills as they prepare your meal.

Cicciolina has been a St Kilda institution since 1993, with chef Virginia Redmond at the helm since inception.

Our menu incorporates modern, seasonal produce with vegetarian and gluten free options, supported by an extensive wine list.

Harry makes regular trips to farms, markets and wholesalers to source the freshest produce available. Respect for the ingredients is a high priority. An understanding of flavour combinations that complement, not overwhelm, the best ingredients is a signature of Harry’s culinary creations. Beef and lamb is sourced from a local Phillip Island farm. Organically certified and expertly farmed, these meats are an experience in themselves.

Souvlaki Bar

Smith Street Alimentari was established to expand on our existing and very popular take home or ‘pronto’ meals, already available from Brunswick Street Alimentari for the past 15 years.

In addition to our pronto meals, we have introduced our French rotisserie and catering menu. We offer a huge larder section, fresh pasta bar, deli section and quality meats.

Our pronto meals are all fresh, not frozen in order for you to have the option of enjoying your meal that evening or freeze for another day.

Our aim is to provide quality meals for singles, couples and families at a reasonable price. Our belief is that take home meals shouldn’t be luxury purchase but a guilt free option that you can take advantage of a few times a week.

You are also welcome to stop in on your way to work for a light breakfast and coffee or pop in for lunch and choose from our salad and panini bar.

Located in the heart of East Melbourne, Geppetto Trattoria serves up simple, rustic dishes with a particular focus on pasta, seafood, and slow-cooked meals.

Conveniently located across the road from the MCG and the Melbourne Sporting and Entertainment Precinct, Geppetto Trattoria is the perfect place for a pre-match or pre-concert meal.

In 1981, Nino Cea opened Geppetto Trattoria with the vision to create an unpretentious eatery that focused on Italian home-style cooking. This idea was inspired by those eateries found in his hometown region of Puglia in Italy.

With his son Adriano, the tradition continues.

Functions and Private Dining

Geppetto Trattoria has a variety of seating and catering options for your next function.

Choose from dining upstairs for a maximum of 35 people; or downstairs for a maximum of 44 people

The name Shakahari, incidentally, is the Hindi word for "vegetarian". For more than forty years Shakahari has been one of this city's most innovative restaurants.

Eschewing compromise, Shakahari has maintained a firm commitment to the two fundamentals of its cuisine: It is completely vegetarian and it uses only fresh, natural ingredients. Menus are changed quarterly to take full advantage of seasonally available fruits and vegetables and there are no artificial ingredients or colourants used.

Shakahari has pioneered other fields in its fascinating development. Beginning in the early '70s by introducing ideas from Japanese, Chinese and Thai culinary traditions. In style, Shakahari's cuisine has always been East-West even before this term became the familiar way to describe cooking which uses Asian ingredients and skills in a European context.

Today this restaurant's wide appeal rests on its expertise in creating meals which are light but satisfying, natural but attentively detailed in their preparation and presentation.

In keeping with its original Indian inspiration, the interior design of Shakahari's Carlton location uses basic village tones and simple furnishings. It's only indulgence are two magnificent cloth paintings of the 19th century Nathvara (Rajasthan school) and a series of the earliest devotional posters from the Ravi Varma Steam Press, Poona.

Whether it be high end dining in the formal Restaurant at the top of the stairs the bustle of the stylish Grill or the café society of the Cellar Bar, quality is the order of the day in this exciting venue.

“A Restaurant is the sum of many parts, like a home! It is not so much about the walls but more about the people those walls house”. ~ Guy Grossi.

Situated over the water at New Quay, Docklands, Berth offers floor to ceiling windows that captures the spectacular city views as well as Etihad Stadium and bay views beyond the Bolte Bridge.

Berth is a multi-purpose venue that spans over two levels. Downstairs offers three open dining areas and an outdoor decking. Whilst upstairs (The View Room) offers a dining area, bar/lounge and balcony which can all be independently booked for small and large functions.

This sophisticated venue, established in 1988 by Tony, Mary and Michael Mimmo, specialises in quality italian-inspired lunches and dinners.

Casavini's fine dining and professional, friendly service has helped it establish a loyal clientele. Set in an intimate, florentine environment offering an ambience that is sleek, warm and inviting. Great for an intimate dinner for two or a special occasion with family and friends.

There is an extensive choice of dishes from our a la carte menu Wednesday to Friday or our renowned Mediterranean smorgasbord including seafood every weekend with live entertainment. The Restaurant is fully licensed and has an extensive wine list sourced from Australian, New Zealand, French and Italian vineyards.