Pentolina - Fresh Pasta & Bar reviews . (Restaurant) in Melbourne (Victoria).

Name: Pentolina - Fresh Pasta & Bar
Address: 2/377 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia, Melbourne, Victoria
Telephone: +61396060642
Price range: €€
Rating: 4.7

Pentolina - Fresh Pasta & Bar

508 Reviews

355 Comments

Restaurant

Italian restaurant

2/377 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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12–3:30pm, 5:30–10:30pm

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5:30–10:30pm

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Comments of Pentolina - Fresh Pasta & Bar

T. S.

We thoroughly enjoyed our experience here. We chose the four dish feed me option and the food was really lovely. Quality and presentation was excellent with terrific flavour. The wine list is a good one too and we had no problem choosing a few beauties. Service was terrific throughout. Most efficient and friendly but never intrusive. Conclusion: it’s a very good restaurant. We would happily return anytime.

Every single dish was absolute perfection and the service was top notch. Pentolina now falls within my top 5 dining experiences in Melbourne. The rustic feel of the restaurant and ability to watch the chef’s in action through the glass screen made the experience even better. Pentolina is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a date, client meeting or otherwise.

A. H.

We chanced upon Pentolina as it’s tucked away in a lane way, but we were so happy we found this place! The pasta was so amazing and fresh, and the wine was beautiful. The staff were also very friendly and attentive.

F. D.

Every part of our meal was exquisite, prepared and presented in such a way that each course stopped conversation at the table (and we're Italian so it's hard to get us to be quiet!). The Tiramisu cocktail was divine and the selection of Italian wines is really good. The team at Pentolina were welcoming and friendly and made a special night out really enjoyable.

E. Y.

Loved dining at pentolina! Lovely little intimate spot for a small dinner or one on one, gnocchi was super soft and there was a great wine selection. Appreciated the service here, staff are warm and friendly.

E. P.

Had dinner here last week with friends - really interesting pasta dishes (I had the hemp pasta with rabbit). Stand outs were the octopus entree, arancini balls and tomato mozzarella salad. Mario and the team were super welcoming and recommended us great wines. Truly a hidden gem in Melbourne, I reckon better value and more interesting than Tipo.

L. T.

Came in by myself, staff were beyond accommodating. Made me feel like a friend straight away. Ordered pasta for dinner, was gifted a salad with it which was so beautiful. Sadly ate them both before I could take a photo. Tara behind the bar is a hidden treasure! Her skills and camaraderie is such an asset to this business. But most of all the magic of Mario and Aldo working seamlessly with each other to make the restaurant such a entertaining place to be. Why have I not come here earlier?!

C. G.

What a little gem nice Italian food, great waiter Aldo so Italian great customer service could only try some of there dishes but will be back to sample more of what's on the menu

L. H.

Had a wonderful dinner here last night with friends. Such a beautiful warm atmosphere with the team going above and beyond with service. The food was absolutely fabulous - oysters, terrine, pasta, duck, gnocchi, salads, tiramisu - it was all amazing and to finish a small treat from the team to show their appreciation of the support during tough times! Perfect night - we’ll be back!

Unbelievable meal, set menu was curated beautifully and nothing but perfection food wise, massive thank you to the head chef for that. The service from Julia and the crew was exceptional they kept our glasses full, made sure to have something for us on our table at all times whether that was drinks or food. Best experience I’ve ever had at a restaurant Definitely will be returning.

S. A.

A unique experience, Pentolina is astounding. From entre to desert, the flavours in each dish were rich, profound and perfectly balanced. The pasta, beautifully prepared and always the hero of the plate. The 'swallows nest' and 'strangled priest' pastas were especially noteworthy! The chefs are absolute masters of their art. The inviting wait staff had an excellent flow with the kitchen and our dishes were well paced throughout the night. To top it off the limoncello and chocolate deserts were delectable! In these Covid times, Pentolina transported me back to my time in Italy and rekindled all those fond memories. It was a pleasure to dine here. Thank you to the chef and all the staff!

k. s.

We found Pentolina on a Google search the afternoon we booked for dinner and were so impressed everything. The attentive service was exceptional. Not pushy at all but had everything covered. The food was sensational. We stumbled across a real gem of a place and would highly recommend!

F. “. T.

Delicious food and super friendly staff. This place is a little gem in the heart of the city. Big praise goes to the chef who is a master creator of exquisite dishes that not only look good but are a triumph of genuine flavours. 100% recommended!

K. H.

Rated 5 stars and everyone one of those deserved. The food was delicious, with generous sizing, and well priced. The staff as always attentive and very efficient. Pentolina certainly delivers on making your dining experience 1st class. Just a note if needed, it can be a little noisy at times but I don’t think it detracts as I love the ambience of people enjoying themselves.

E. L.

Had the set menu at Pentolina. Food was not bad but portions were tiny , seems to be halved , my partner and I left hungry and had to find other food alternatives after we left... Even after paying so much for their "feed me" menu. Receptionist lady was very patronising, we did not feel welcome throughout the stay. The service however, from other staffs were great.

F. H.

I had dinner at Pentolina last night with a friend and we had the best time. Our waitress, a young Italian woman, was so enthusiastic and passionate about the food it was wonderful to see! When it arrived we could see why - every mouthful was absolutely delicious. Carpaccio, stuffed courgette flowers then gnocchi and tiny little ravioli with lobster. This is a modest, cool, small restaurant serving truly authentic Italian food made with love. I'll be telling everyone and will definitely be back!

V. L.

What an incredible experience! The $65 set menu was absolutely DELICIOUS - with a bunch of entrees (each one better than the last) and the perfectly harmonized flavours in each pasta... SO GOOD! The beetroot gnocchi was a standout for me (doesn't sound like it'll be great but it is delectable) - and you HAVE to get the slow cooked trout entree just to experience the melt in the mouth experience. Honourable mentions to the beef carpaccio and the "strangled priest" pasta... Finishing it off with a beautiful Bombe Alaska... amazing! Service was very pleasant and sitting at the bar in front of the kitchen is a must - watching how everything works in the kitchen helped to while away the time between dishes. The ambiance is lovely and perfect for a date night or a catchup with friends over wine and pasta. TL; DR - Highly recommended!

V. K.

Great Italian food! A little pricey but worth it with quality evident and flavours present. Service was terrific with nothing lacking. The staff were available to explain the menu and even describe the presentation. Delivery of food was also timely even on a busy evening which is terrific Wines served are lovely and they carry a nice variety Well Located and easily accessible this place is quite unassuming. Nestled well within Melbournes chic restaurant area I would certainly give this place a go. We didn’t have a booking but they certainly accommodated us and made our experience a casual yet special one. The olives are amazing. The zucchini flowers simply yum! Their bread with olive oil is just as European as it gets. Try the cheese platter ...simply yum!!

D. G.

Beautiful food, profession friendly staff, tiramisu was the best we have ever had. My husband spilt food on his trousers and without asking we were bought sparkling water and a paper napkin to clean it - this attention to detail is rare. We had a great night, well done !!

S. E.

Exceptional food and great service, which was especially notable as they were dealing with staff shortages due to COVID. We enjoyed all the dishes, with the Strozzapreti, Spaghetti Al Nero and the Pesce Spada being highlights. Thanks for a great night, I would love to come back next time I’m in Melbourne.

G. M.

A nice place to have a good Italian meal. The pasta is made fresh and the food has a good taste. The place has a good seating numbers and can host a large crowd. The bar is well stocked and also they have a good selection of cocktails. The coffee is also very nice

E. K.

Small intimate restaurant serving fresh pasta with fresh ingredients. The service is great and quick. Portion is on the smaller side though. The Tagliolini have really fresh seafood in it however there are no much flavour overall. Would be perfect for either a quick bite or if you planning to spend a romantic dinner with your loved one. Food - 7 Service - 10 Vibe - 10 Price - $$$

J. H.

My partner & I had dinner here for the 1st time travelling from Sydney. The friendly & genuine service, food, cocktails & selection of wine was amazing. Next time we’re in Melbourne definately coming again. But do book in advance, this place is popular. Thank you.

k. y.

Lovely restaurant with exceptional service and great food. The staff were very helpful and friendly. All the food was cooked well. Everything we ate was delicious and fresh but not many options for the main courses. Overall, Highly recommended.

G. H.

We had a fabulous dinner at Pentolina. Each of the dishes we ate were excellent; the fiori di zucchini were the best we have ever had! The staff were as attentive as required and very pleasant. We enjoyed the ambience, too. As I was the designated driver, I was pleased to see a good 'no alcohol' beer option. This was our first visit to Pentolina, but won't be the last.

C. Y.

Not your typical Italian restaurant! Service is awesome ! Food’s delicious and they’ve a good selection of Italian wines!

The food and staff were amazing!!! We did the 5 course Chef selection and everything we had was something different. It really made you go outside your comfort zone and everything was fresh and delicious. Will definitely be back.

J. L.

A family owned restaurant with fresh pasta made on-site, we were curious to try here since the owner worked at Pellegrini's. My Fusili with shredded duck leg was tasty and plentiful. Al dente pasta is not for me but the distinct flavours and tenderness of the well-cooked duck made up for it. Another friend enjoyed the simple flavours of her pumpkin Agnolotti with sage and balsamic. Dessert was an undoubted highlight, with the beautifully presented Semifreddo winning our votes. Friendly and attentive service on a not too busy night. There weren't enough people to create much of an ambiance. The ample bar seating is reminiscent of Pellegrini's while the colour scheme gives the place it's own feel.

C. J.

I had awesome dinner w my friend. The foods are nice n fresh! The staff working at the front was super friendly and the rose wine he recommended was the best wine ever!! Thanks and I’ll visit again with my husband😍

C. C.

My family and I stumbled upon this place on a cold winter’s evening. We ordered the Skinny Chef (feed me option from the menu), where the chef decides on 3 appetizers and 2 pastas for you. The arancini balls were scrumptious and the caprese was refreshing. The pastas were of course the highlight of the meal. We were served the pappardelle ragu and chestnut pasta with asparagus, pecorino and porcini mushrooms. Our daughter wolfed down her pasta in record time. Amazing food, and service to match. A must visit in Melbourne!

Best pasta I've ever had! The picture doesn't look great but the dish certainly was. We had the tasting menu and all the dishes were good! We'll definitely come back 👍

J. H.

We had the tasting menu @ $89pp. An array of delicious food, We were So full by the 4th course! Service was immaculate and jovial! Would definitely visit again :)

G. T.

Oh My Goodness !! If this isn't the best pasta out there than I don't know what is. My partner had the pasta with the ragu and I had the spinach and ricotta ravioli. For entrees we shared the salt and pepper squid with ink mayo and 2 of the arancini 🤤🤤 honestly could have had about 10 more. Everything was so light and even after eating all that we didn't feel bloated, the pasta was so smooth like silk and super light. Dessert I had the white chocolate parfait with some sauce, to be completely honest I wasn't a fan. I found it to be pretty sweet but also bland and with our expectations risen from the entree and main we definitely didn't get that with the dessert unfortunately 💔 My partner got the icecream with coffee and frangelico and loved that. I'll definitely go back when I'm in Melbourne again but perhaps skip the dessert next time.

J. B.

Ordered the Spaghetti Al Nero and some canolli for desert, all were exceptional. The staff were attentive and very friendly. I hope to be back again soon.

S. S.

Exceptional Italian!! Lots of vegetarian options

P. P.

Another fabulous experience at Pentolina tonight, this time to celebrate my wife's birthday. And the staff's recommended Tuscany Chianti was a wonderful accompaniment for our meals. Fantastic!

K. L.

Fresh pasta and fresh seafood. So good. We sat at the bar, which was a bad choice, coz we just kept drooling over the desserts that the Chef was making. 🤤 Great place to have a great meal.

T. D.

Not a great ambience in the evening, very noisy, waiters rushing past and very bright lights. Could improve on a few things. Would’ve spent more on alcohol, but felt like we were getting the nudge to leave after 45 mins.

W. M. T.

Excellent contemporary Italian restaurant with amazing pastas owned by chef Matthew. Pentolina is superb - scallops, prawns, etc cooked in cream brandy. A bit more pricey than the other dishes but worth every single penny. Tried radiccio which is a kind of slightly bitter lettuce - looks like porcini mushroom, it has a nice bitter earthy flavour (think artichoke). And of course the humble Bolognese pasta, which chef Matthew has skilfully flavoured with a light touch of vermouth. The pasta fait-a-la-maison is so sublimely made and delightfully cooked al dente. It only opened 2 weeks ago, so furnishings are new. Service by manager Philippe is excellent too.

M. N.

Team Xmas lunch was a huge success, service was excellent. We had the lunch set menu, just PERFECT. The whole team loved it. Thanks Pentolina Team.

B. B.

Great food, fantastic service and a great atmosphere. You can't beat fresh pasta! We'll definitely be back for more!

J. W.

The pasta itself was pretty good but the beef ragu sauce was lacking in a bit of substance...Felt more like a bolognese. The atmosphere of the restaurant was great, casual and somewhat relaxing. Wine was good but olives were average. Overall it was decent 🙂

L. R.

A hidden gem worth knowing about! Delicious starters, fabulous fresh pasta, a great wine list and a modern pasta bar feel. A big thank you the head chef, Gabriele for always looking after us and serving up delicious and beautifully presented dishes. The owner, Julia for indulging my champagne requests :) Wonderful service, excellent attention to detail. Our glasses were never empty thank you Mario. Definitely the best Italian in Melbourne, highly recommended. See you soon. L

P. Z.

We went to Pentolina for the first time last night and we were not disappointed. The team were friendly, funny and helpful. The food was incredibly well priced, authentic and plentiful and the produce was fresh. This, plus the beautiful ambience, created by the restaurant's moody lighting made it a wonderful dining experience.

D. T.

My new favourite pasta bar. The spaghetti alle vongole was seriously one of the best I've had in Melbourne - generous serving of clams, and beautifully cooked pasta. Service was very friendly. The restaurant's design is beautiful, offering a mix of table and bench seating. It was fun seeing the Pasta Maestro at work from the open kitchen.

P. K.

I've always wondered why there is a lack of decent affordable pasta places in Melbourne. Pentolina finally provides that option with delicious fresh pasta. Had the conchiglie salsicia, which was served with crispy cauliflower. Perfectly cooked and served along with some crusty fresh bread. Definitely looking forward to returning for the rest of the menu with plenty of options I'd like to try.

H. B.

One of the best Italian restaurant in Melbourne CBD with decent and good quality food 🙌👍🏻

S. R.

An incredible dining experience. Food was sensational and the service was next level. Would highly reccomend.

L. W.

Meals made memorable by superb food, delicious wine and great service...what a treat to return. Warm welcome and wonderful ambience

D. C.

We always have a very pleasant lunch at Pentolina. The food is consistently delicious and the staff friendly and professional. Looking forward to our next visit already!

R. E.

Great experience: the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was delicious - some unusual flavours which made a nice change. I recommend the rabbit gnocchi with a glass of pecorino white wine.

j. h.

Great food and excellent service. Just loved the subtle and delicious flavours and wonderful pasta. We will be back.

R. B.

Amazing food and Amazing Staff

R. U. G.

I was craving for some pasta and I was looking for any Italian restaurant nearby to where I worked. Pentolina came up and it was the best decision ever! The pasta was delicious but the portion could be bigger. I was still left hungry after eating my entree and main. Coffee was awesome as well.

I visited Pentolina for the first time today and was not disappointed. The pumpkin ravioli was delicious and I highly recommend. The staff were great and didn’t seem to mind that my friend and I stayed a while and enjoyed a long lunch. I will be back!

D. C.

We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 course meal at Pentolina. Everything we ate was delicious. The pasta was especially beautifully done and so tasty. The service was great too. Thank you and we will be back.

J. G.

Hi Julia , I have been fortunate to share four of your delicious feasts . Each superbly cooked , well balanced and presented . I wish you all the very best for continuing success .Julie Gregory

H. C.

What an amazing New Year's Eve spent with dear friends at Pentolina. Every one of the 8 courses was perfect, don't know how we fitted in dessert but we managed. Bravo chef and super friendly staff, special thanks to Super Mario who squeezed us in when another venue had to close for the evening.

J. M.

Wonderful staff, beautiful light pasta made daily in-house, lovely deconstructed dessert. Would definitely return next time I'm in Melbourne. Relaxed casual setting, great for date night or night out with friends.

A. W.

The food was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend this place for any occasion. We especially enjoyed the oysters, salted cod croquettes, seafood pasta and the spinach ricotta ravioli. The staff were friendly and the open kitchen makes the experience all the more fun. Definitely coming back again!

J. R.

Really enjoyed the authentic Italian cuisine - the chef's menu did not disappoint! The ricotta and spinach ravioli was the best pasta I've ever had and the desserts are not to be missed. The service and atmosphere were also excellent. I would absolutely come back to Pentolina!

M. L.

A lovely dining experience. Great food and well presented, lovely wines and excellent service and staff.

R. M.

Deceptive restaurant located around the corner on little Collins. I ordered the beetroot gnocchi with gorgonzola, pears and macadamia. I'm not usually a blue cheese fan but this was so beautiful and light, and the gnocchi just melted in your mouth. The pear added a hint of sweetness to cut through the cheese, and beautifully roasted macadamias brought it all together. Paired with a Lavender Spritz. My friend ordered the Nettle gnocchi special with ragu and was very happy with the quality of the meal. Service was prompt and efficient and food came out so quickly! We stayed around to chat and didn't feel rushed out at all, thank you for a great evening.

J. H. (.

Lovely Crocchetta di baccala to start (salted cod & potato croquette), finger bit size (as listed on the menu) Ask for recommendation, took the most popular dish Pappardelle (beef bolognaise) for main. The pasta was so fresh and the sauce just … YUM! Sampled a 'Godfather' – Monkey Shoulders whiskey, disaronno amaretto, maraschino cherry, and orange. As it was lunch on a cold June day, warm my insides just right. The only thing is I have decided that I’m not a fan of the big ball ice cubes. They keep hitting my teeth. Only looked at the first line of the dessert menu – didn't read any further, saving other desserts for next time. Went the Bombe Alaska for dessert – layers of pistachio, vanilla gelato, raspberry sorbet, on almond dacquoise, cover with perfect meringue. Worth the visit just for the dessert Visited at the start of lunch on a Wednesday and sat at the bar (which I prefer) as all the tables were booked for lunch. I have meaning to stop at Pentolina since I hear about its fresh pasta about 12 months ago. I would return.

M. L.

We love Pentolina. It was our second dining experience there and we flew from Sydney specifically to dine there. Sitting on the bar stools watching the chefs work their magic is a fantastic experience. Coupled with the incredible flavours of every dish. You’ll be sure to be spoilt with each bite. Thank you again for the amazing service and we will be back.

o. b.

The food was amazing! The restaurant went above and beyond to make our night enjoyable. We were given complimentary dessert at the end of our meal also. Just fantastic service, we will be back!

C. W.

Had a very enjoyable meal at Pentolina. All 4 diners had a different main and everyone was raving. We all ordered the same dessert and shared a bottle of wine and again were completely delighted with our choices. Happy to recommend.

a. s.

Everything is just delicious and service and ambience is excellent. Easy to imagine we were dining in Italy

J. S.

Amazing home-style Italian pasta. Great atmosphere and attentive, friendly staff. The portions aren't the biggest though, so if you're particularly hungry you'll need sides or an entree

R. S.

Had the special wild boar ragu. Nice pasta dish, very warming especially this cold weather. Topped up with great service means I'll be back!

J. W.

Absolutely stunning pasta and wine. Service was second to none. Head chef was just amazing and we could tell the love and pride he took in his food

S. C.

The pasta is simply PERFECT! Wonderful arancini and oysters. Service is excellent. The restaurant is beautiful, cozy and very well located. A must-go in Melbourne. Looking forward to dining there again.

D. P.

Lovely foods and all freshly cook.. lasagne is amazing, including the raviolli and gnochetti. Large selection of wines by the bottle or glaas. Excellent service from waitstaff. If you are a lover of traditional italian food, then this is the place to go.

A. T.

The favour of the food is well balance and cook to perfection. Cozy place and all the staffs have good vibes.

N. T.

I have been twice now. The service was excellent and the food was refershingly different Italian cuisine. Fantastic pasta and many interesting combinations, super quality. Fast service. What more can I say. I am going back again soon.

M. P.

Pentolina is such a charming restaurant tucked in one of the laneways on Little Collins St. This was my first dinner there. I was struggling to book online because i didn’t have a valid credit card with me so I rang them instead to book a table. The owner was so lovely. She called me back after hour and got me a table. Our dining experience was brilliant. My friend and I were blown away by the home made pasta. My gnocchi was to die for, light, delicious and full of flavour. Her buckwheat rigatoni was super tasty. We were also in love with the arancini. We will definitely be back again.

B. V.

This place is a keeper! Had a delicious dinner here recently - the casarecce alle castagne was divine. A very nice amaretto sour set the scene and the complimentary bread and olive oil was very welcome. Didn't try the dessert, but will do that next time. Very nice ambiance to the place created by decor and lighting. Friendly staff. Table was a tad small but manageable. See you again soon!

L. B.

We had left dinner rather late on a Friday night, called this place up and they said no problem we will prepare a table for you. Arrived about 11pm to very warm and welcoming staff. As late as it was we never felt rushed to place our orders and the waiter ever spent the time to go through the entire menu for you. We ordered a mixture of dishes and everything came out promptly and everything taste amazing! I'd recommend this restaurant and im looking forward to bringing my partner here

D. S.

Came here after seeing the great reviews. Ordered a marinara pasta but everything was small - tiny mussels, clams etc. The texture of the pasta was good but would not come back here as we waited 40 minutes for our food.

D. L.

Atmosphere wasn’t quite right yet I admired the care in the fitout and attempted authentic menu. Have a try yourself, might your type of Italian... not mine unfortunately

E. T.

All the dishes that we had were exceptional. My favourite was the squid ink pasta with crab and the taglietelle pork/beef ragu. Everything was done to perfection. This became my favourite Italian restaurant instantly. I am recommending Pentolina to everyone I know or speak to.

K. G.

Lovely and intimate with excellent service, perfectly crafted menu and of course delicious food.

P. R.

Pentolina was really buzzing last night when we visited with friends from Sydney. The food was incredibly varied but complementary, wine list included some great Italian bottles and the all the staff worked as a team to make it a fantastic evening. Thanks Pentolina - you have broken through COVID isolation!!

R. A.

Everything was a bit average here - no flavours really stood out, and the service was lack lustre too.

W. L.

What a cool little place hidden from the hustle of the city. Great hearty meals with awesome hosts. Couldn’t believe it when the chef served us explaining he decided to create something new for our table. Shall be back

J. D.

A lovely rustic atmosphere where you can see the cooking. This is truly fine dining. A small and well considered wine list, mostly from Italy. Staff know their food and wine and are warm and attentive.

Z. R. G.

We visited Pentolina as part of our staycay in Melbourne CBD only to have our weekend cancelled by another covid lockdown with hours notice, we were still able to attend our reservation at this beautiful pasta bar, thank goodness! We had such a lovely experience. We dined as a family with our 3 children (one being an infant) and we were made to feel extremely welcomed and looked after. The service was very hospitatable, my fussy daughter was accommodated with her pasta request and our food was timely and well presented. We were thrilled to see 'caccio e pepe' on the menu (one of our favourites) and the pasta was cooked properly 'al dente ' We were given an extra treat throughout our meal and we were so grateful. From the antipasti through to the dessert we ate on the street we loved everything about this place + their food. The cannoli was the crunchiest + freshest we'd had in a long time and the ricotta filling was a m a z i n g - I sent my husband back in to compliment the chef. I am sorry that you have to close for dine in these next few days and we will definitely return when we come back to the city. A charming fit out and beautiful service. Thank you so much for having us. Romina & family

K. B.

Absolutely delicious! We had the 5 course set menu (without seafood) and every dish was amazing. The staff also made the dining experience here brilliant! We highly recommend Pentolina to anyone.

D. &. P.

Fabulous food and great, attentive service. Tasting menu allows to try a variety of dishes. Competitively priced and nice atmosphere. We will keep going back. All wonderful, but I recommend the swordfish.

S. C.

So good. I went here with a few clients for lunch and it blew them away. The food is amazing and the service is very friendly. I had a great time and even better my clients were very impressed. I will be back

E. S.

Genuine friendly hospitality and an unpretentious passion for fresh food. A awesome find!!!

V. T.

One of the best Italian restaurants in Melbourne. Very authentic and honest. All the pasta is made by the chef who is from Emilia Romagna, an Italian region where pasta is a serious matter! We loved the baccalà croquettes, the swordfish carpaccio which is amazing, the vongole spaghetti alla chitarra and the gnocchi with rabbit white Ragù, the lamb, so tender, juicy, matched with an Italian salad dressed with a delicious juice. And the service was perfection, elegant but warm at the same time. Thank you for the beautiful dinner!

M. D.

I was really looking forward to my birthday dinner at this restaurant as I saw amazing reviews. However I did leave hungry :(((( My meal didn’t have any flavour so didn’t eat it and the pasta was meant to be seafood but there was not much in there at all felt like it was plain pasta with heaps of oil. I also got charged full price even though my meal was untouched which was pretty disappointing. The dessert and glass of wine was nice though.

T. P. T.

We had a great dinning experience amazing food (every course of the 4 courses was perfect) and wine together with friendly staffs making it wonderful evening out with friends.

M. H.

a month ago a month ago Absolutely delicious! Had the arancini & rigatoni dish was amazing. The staff also made the dining experience here brilliant! We highly recommend Pentolina to anyone.

D. L.

We were a table of 4 and visited mid week for dinner just after lockdown was lifted and restaurants were allowed to have 20 patrons in the venue. On arrival there was a large bottle of hand sanitizer and also a clipboard for us to write our details on. We were shown to our table and we were definitely adhering to social distancing rules with adequate space between each table. It was quite eerie being in a city restaurant that was so quiet but that was not Pentolina’s fault. The service was attentive and efficient, the food was delicious if on the small side. We ordered dishes to share, arancini balls to start off with which was the perfect texture, temperature and flavor, you can really taste the porcini and truffle. We also had a celeriac dish which was quite different but very tasty, the celeriac was a lovey crunchy texture and the accompanying purée was perfect for it. For the pasta course we had the Spoia Lorda which tasted of the sea, very nice and the tortelli which had a pumpkin, pine mushroom and hazelnut filling which was sweet and unusual but delicious all the same. For mains we had the lamb and pork dishes, again very tasty and all components worked well together just wish we had bigger portions. We would probably have ordered a third pasta or main dish in hindsight. The Negronis were made very well, although initially we were after dirty martinis but they didn’t have the correct olives in stock but that can be due to them reopening after the lockdown period.

K. W.

I dined here last week. The menu is simple and high quality. It is perhaps the best pasta I’ve ever had. Home made with fresh ingredients. I had the parpadelle which was superb. The wine list was terrific although I didn’t need it because I asked the owner (Mario) to bring out a nice medium red. It was so good we had 3 bottles. The restaurant is suitable for lunch or dinner with work, family or friends. I’ll be back quite regularly I’d imagine.

L. P.

WOW! I can see how they have such a good star rating. We went in on Saturday night and the food was divine! So well priced, great portions, amazing ambience and of course excellent wine to match our meals. The night was topped off by a truly delish Tiramisu! There is no way to be disappointed here. You can tell the folks working there really love Pentolina and I can see why. I will be returning and I will be telling my friends.

H. “. R.

We went to Pentolina to celebrate our son's 10th birthday. The food and the service were both excellent. The food was delicious and rustic but sophisticated. Their Coffin Bay oysters were super fresh and delicate. The zucchini flowers with buffalo riccotta were sumptuous. The rabbit ravioli with crispy sage and pecorino sauce was incredible! Prior to coming here, The European was our go to italian restaurant. This is as good, if not better. Highly receommend :)

L. D.

Wow! Had the pleasure of eating here for lunch on Friday 24/Jan/2020 with a work colleague. I had the gnocchi with seafood sauce and my colleague had tagletelli pasta with Italian sausage sauce. The size of the dish was exactly perfect for lunch, all about quality and not quantity (and they did not scrimp either, the size was exactly perfect). The pasta is made on premises. The gnocchi were the smaller sized (size of your thumb from your nail to the top), with a fluffy texture (still can’t stop thinking about them, even now). And the perfect amount of seafood in this dish. The staff were so attentive. I will be returning, perhaps for dinner, so I can spend a little more time here and have dessert. Great place to entertain a client ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A. C.

Nothing short of amazing. Food and wine perfect , ambience just spot on. Julia and the team , thank you! P.S the squid ink pasta - absolutely spot on!

M. K.

The pasta is very, very good - apparently made fresh in-house. Service was good and efficient, too. Nice wine list with enough options by the glass at modest prices. The dining room looks good; I found the seats a little firm, even for my ample seat. There’s one bathroom, unisex, by the cash register. You can “spend a penny” and pay your bill concurrently. I’d go back again, just not in a hurry. As delicious as the food is, the ambience isn’t quite my vibe. And competition for great Italian fare is high in Melbourne right now.

A. A.

Visit couple time and the foods always meet the expectations and the services are excellent.

M. M.

Dined in last night with a friend for our first post lockdown dinner out and it couldn't have been better! Every single person working there was so wonderfully kind as well as knowledgeable and passionate about their work and the menu. Every single dish was perfection and everything was so reasonably priced. Cannot wait to come back again. Seriously. So good.

S. D.

Excellent restaurant. Ideal for date night. The food is delicious. Try the salted cod croquettes and the zucchini flowers for starters. Great staff too. Highly recommend.

Tasty pasta, homemade, great value , fast service, absolutely recommend.

K. E.

Incredible contemporary Italian cuisine. Always fresh pasta + sauces, awesome selection of wines + Italian digestives/liquors and top notch service!

C. C.

The restaurant was accommodating, friendly and professional. The food was excellent and the portions were a good size. The pasta, bread and meat were delicious, as was the dessert. Thank you for looking after me, very appreciated.

J. K.

So happy I was able to dine here again. Service was impeccable, the food was exquisite. This restaurant is always like going to a family members house for dinner. Keep up the great work everyone!

N. S.

Went here to celebrate my mums promotion with the family and we had the best time. The zucchini flowers, carpaccio and burrata are incredible. My mum and I are both gluten intolerant and the gluten free bread and pasta provided was amazing. Highly recommend.

L. D. P.

7th November 2020. Had a booking and was looking forward to a hearty dinner and was disappointed. Service was good with explanations and apologies for having us wait an hour from entre to mains. Ravioli fillings were dry and pasta casing was undercooked. I hope to think that day was just a muck-up, I hope to dine in once again and give it another try!

C. L.

So glad to be able to return to our favourite restaurant since the restrictions lifted. The food here is always amazing, fresh and well presented. The staff are always so lovely and really make an effort to make the experience enjoyable and make you feel welcome. So glad I can continue to support this restaurant! Xx

J. R.

Had a great meal - loved the mini arancini. The gnocchi and beef cheek were amazing. Strongly recommend.

D. C.

Couldn’t recommend more highly! Best Italian food I’ve had in the Melbourne CBD. Amazing service from the waiters right up to the quality and taste of the food. My favourite place to pop in and eat whether it be for a quick lunch or dinner with friends. Along with a great ambience and vibe where you can also watch the chefs working hard for you. You can’t go wrong here! Keep up the great work guys :)

K. C.

Very very nice. Pasta made fresh in house, attentive staff, varied menu. Great for getting something light on the afternoon with a glass of wine. Daily specials are delicious, we had the anchovies and a few smaller bites. Recommended

M. S.

Ate here on Tuesday night. Everything was sensational! We had the "Fat Chef's Choice " and it completely satisfied both our hunger and desire for great Italian food. The service that we received was also above expectation. On whole the night was excellent, and we would happily eat here again.

P. S.

The atmosphere and service was impeccable, no fuss Italian cuisine with incredible attention to detail. I will definitely be recommending this place to friends and family in the future, and will be coming back myself!

R. M.

My favourite go to Italian restaurant in the city. Out of the way intimate and the food is fabulous. Greg service too to top it all off. Highly recommend

P. C.

Happy birthday Pentolina. Our family has so many wonderful memories of our dining experiences since Pentolina opened 2 years ago. We will never forget my birthday celebrations 1 year ago, when Pentolina agreed to open for Saturday lunch and provide a special menu of my favourite dishes to share with 20 friends. Well done for surviving the lock down and good luck with the re-opening next week.

G. M. R.

We had the five course tasting menu and a few drinks. The food was delicious, the service friendly and well paced, and the staff were mindful of current restrictions but still managed to relocate us inside after our outdoor booking got rained out.

J. M.

Super set menu for dinner, delicious food, great staff, good value. Great City trattoria well worth a visit

M. P.

We had a great night at Pentolina! The food was excellent and the service even better. Could not fault the hospitality, everyone who helped us was beyond lovely and went out of their way for us. Thanks for having us, we will be back!

J. S.

Excellent customer service and wonderful food, highly recommend !!

D. S.

One of the best Italian eats in Melbourne CBD.

Went there for our second year anniversary. Food was fantastic, wine was tasty. Callum was a great host, everything was perfect. Thank you all.

W. R.

Pentolina is a fantastic new pasta restaurant. Lots of vegetarian options, great salads, great staff.

M. L.

If you would like to experience an amazing dining experience in Melbourne CBD look no further. From when you walk through the doors you are welcomed like in someone’s house. Front of house staff very professional with a smile on their face and great product knowledge. I was lucky to be sitting on a stool next to the pass where all the action happens. Started with a negroni, followed by a couple of stuzzichini, 2 entrees, 2 Pastas, cheese and finally a dessert to share with my friend. (All matched with wine) You can taste the freshness of the ingredients and the pastas which are all made in house. Matched with a nice selection of wines by the glass. A truly amazing dining experience. Big thanks goes to the head chef and all the front of house crew. I’m sure I will be back for more... Grazie Mille 😉

S. F.

An outstanding service, and even more outstanding food. Strongly recommend this one

J. W.

If you’re looking for authentic Italian food in the most quaint, romantic little spot, Pentolina is the place to visit!

T. W.

Visited with my daughter. Got there late but they were super accommodating. Pasta was freshly made and fab for both our dishes. Will go back straight away when next in town. Staff were so friendly. 👍👍

B. P.

Absolutely brilliant service and incredible food. Cannot wait to come back again and enjoy the warm and inviting atmosphere. Such a cool spot with fabulous decor and friendly attentive wait staff. The Feed Me Menu was a fab way to experience all that Pentolina has to offer and would definitely recommend to anyone!

D. S.

Food, wine and staff here are amazing

A. P.

Fabulous simple.but innovative and fresh italian food. Several good vegetarian options. A bit expensive for the size of the entrees and small bites but the mains were reasonable. We had a group of 6 and we were seated around a round table which would have been comfortable for 4, so that was a.bit disappointing and awkward and let the experience down a little. Staff were friendly and efficient.

G. S.

One of the most perennially underrated Italian eateries in Melbourne. Pound for pound Pentolina outperforms the classic Italian institutions. Try the squid-ink spaghetti with prawns and clams. You won't leave hungry or disappointed.

T. C.

Great food and even better service. Rarely do you see fine dining that feels so homely and warm. Will definitely come back again

S. R.

Great food and service. If you're looking for good Italian food, this is the place to go.

A. S.

Excellent pasta bar. The staff were simply amazing, enthusiastic and entertaining. They were helpful, without being too much, very good at reading the group. The restaurant is beautiful inside, stone used heavily, lots of bar seating, and window seating. Felt like an authentic Italian bar. The pasta was delicious, rich flavours through the sauce, pasta cooked nicely al dente. Good range of options through menu, something for everyone. Would definitely recommend.

K. M.

I have heard about this place however never been. Well .. food amazing .. I felt like I was in Italy but better ! I had the ragu pasta gluten free omg ! Yum .. We had arancini, croccetta ... the zucchini flowers .. We sat at the bar and watched the chef ..create his craft !! Ps .. the drinks ... Philippe that made our were made with love just like the food .., I will be back ... can’t fault it ..

L. C.

Exquisite restaurant for caringly prepared handmade pasta. The staff are great, and the wine is amazing - even the house! Great for a date too or to show out of town friends around (it's down an alley)

P. M.

Excellent service and a delicious Chef’s tasting menu. The pasta was outstanding! Highly recommend :)

p. c.

It was such a delight to dine at Pentolina during their first week of operation. A beautifully fitted out venue with a friendly warm welcome and delicious food. We could not fault any dish starting with calamari followed by fresh pasta and finishing with the amazing panna cotta. The wine is reasonably priced and and available on tap as well as bottle, loved the espresso martini. Bravo!

E. K.

Amazing experience at this restaurant. Was looked after by super mario. Made our experience lovely at this place :) food was amazing aswell.

B. S.

10/10 for service, taste and atmosphere. Very reasonably priced. This place is classy but unpretentious.

T. A.

Visited again on the 4/6/20 for the 4th time. First time at a restaurant since COVID restrictions. Food and service was yet again amazing! Have not been disappointed yet. Will be back soon! Adding to the Review - 06/11/20 We came back after 6 months in Lockdown and what a GREAT choice it was. Service and atmosphere was AMAZING again and the food! I wanted to lick my plate! If you haven't been here you are missing out! BOOK NOW!!!

K. A.

Amazing pasta, tastes as good as Italy! And such friendly service. Attentive, funny but not overly intrusive wait staff. Arancini balls are a must! We had the veal pappardelle. Pure heaven

M. A.

Came here with a few friends for lunch on a weekday; This place has the most amazing customer service, the staff here definitely went above and beyond. We were recommended the Fiore Di Zucchine, Crocchetta Di Baccala and Acciuga Del Cantabrico for entrees from the chef, we would normally not have ordered these dishes but glad we tried! The salted caramel cocktail is definitely a must to try as well! We had Fusilli All’Amatriciana and Ravioli Di Mauro for the mains, the dishes was cooked to perfection. For desserts, we had the Delizia Al Cioccolato Fondente and Parfait al Cioccolato Bianco and needless to say, it was delicious! Definitely going back again 👍🏽

J. M.

The food here was very good! I had an arancini (delicious!) and the tagliatelle with a side of broccolini. Everything was cooked very well - al dente. Flavors were robust, but not overwhelming. Would be a lovely spot for a date!

K. C.

Nice dinner & good service. They were very accommodating of our vegan/no garlic diet. Pricing was as you’d expect for a CBD restaurant & the pasta was very fresh. We enjoyed dinner but I wouldn’t say it was as great as I was expecting.

W. C.

Have had a couple of great meals in person. Just finished our first bit of COVID based take away - also fantastic! Missing the atmosphere though.

S. C. M. C.

We're travellers from Brisbane and a friend recommended this place for lunch. The food is excellent here!! Set-up is small but cosy. The service we had was coupled with lots of smiles and I would definitely return here again.

D. S.

Loved the fresh pastas and cocktails. The staff was friendly. It gets real busy on Friday nights ,although they do take walk ins but calling ahead and making a booking should be considered.

S. H.

Our lunch at this new CBD restaurant was faultless. Calamari Small Plate was so tender and full of flavour. Matt's Spaghetti Bolognaise with a side of Verdura were delicious, so was the bread and good wine list, local and imported. Finished with the excellent Tiramisu and coffee. Decor and service all great. Such an extensive menu we will be back soon and often.

P. W.

Fricking awesome! The service was phenomenal, food was fantastic. Highly recommend the sword fish (the bread served with it was fricking amazing) and the Pappardelle! The pasta tasted like it had just been made!

C. T.

Warm restaurant with very kind staff, limited list of dishes to guarantee high quality of ingredients, and with very researched recipes that result to be simple and at the same moment incredibly delicious and sophisticated how the taste spreads in the mouth. Ideal place for a romantic dinner.

R. F.

Excellent pasta, very fresh and delicious. Had 4 different pastas and not a single one disappointed!

M. H.

Wonderful food, excellent staff, not so loud that we couldn't hear each other talk, highly recommend.

D. D.

Small and intimate Italian restaurant that serves great pasta. This was our second visit and both visits were great experiences.

J. R.

Loved this place! Food was amazing and service was excellent! Watching the chef at the bar was really incredible.

H. A.

Had the best food at Pentolina. Amazing place 😋

D. T.

Food and Service was great! Wished that I could have stayed beyond the 1.5 hour session. Looking forward to coming back soon!

This is the best Italian food in Melbourne hands down. The service is always excellent and it's got a lovely relaxed atmosphere. And I'm crazy for the arancini!

L. M.

We absolutely loved Pentolina’s! From the staff to the five courses of amazing food it was a fantastic experience. Couldn’t recommend this place more highly.

s. f.

Fantastic food, wine and service. Happy to spend time talking through the menu. Going above and beyond on our anniversary dinner. Worth the 3250km to arrive :)

J. Y.

great little Italian restaurant serving delicious pasta. service friendly and a pleasant decor

B. L.

Loved this place. We were looking for pasta for tea and we couldn't of went to a better place in Melbourne. The pastas were really nice, great ambiance and friendly staff.

C. F.

Phenomenal meal and great wine selection! I had the spaghetti and mussel special and I felt like I was back in Italy. Highly recommend a visit!

D. F.

This establishment has all the hallmarks of an upmarket Italian Trattoria. Brilliant food and excellent drinks make it an excellent choice for a workday lunch. With the owner having training at Pellegrini's this could never go wrong. Make sure you check out the range of negroni options.

J. G.

Had a warming and rich carbonara at Pentolina, which knocks the socks off all other carbonaras - other melbourne pasta restaurants are on notice! Staff were very friendly and helpful, decor on point, cocktail list outstanding. Loved it.

P. B.

What a brilliant eatery. Meals were perfect, ambiance lovely, owner very friendly and attentive and Bree is a definite asset to the business. Overall was the best dining experience, will recommend and definitely be returning.

M. W.

First time there. The cod croquet was delicious. We had also the zucchini flower. We also tried the banana prawn pasta and the ricotta, asparagus, truffle pasta too.

R. S.

Really great food and lovely service by friendly servers! Would return again!

D. O.

Great pasta! They have a nice range of befores and a wide selection of creative and classical pasta. Good drinks choice all wrapped up in a not so noisy environment.

D. A.

The food was absolutely delicious, highly recommend and a must visit. Staff were delightful and attentive.

C. G.

Second visit pretty quickly after the first. Lunch first time, dinner the second. Good is good. Quality ingredients. Service is also good Point off for being rushed out at dinner to free the table. For the price it felt abrupt.

R. R.

Very nice pasta and beautiful tap wine...what more could you ask for?! 😉

n. 9.

Been there 3 times amd they already know me by name. Genuinely nice people, even having been there on different nights and having different staff. Some of the best food and drinks in Melbourne, solid choice for a date to.

M. F.

Phenomenal - random find turned into a celebratory dinner & a very special occasion. Staff were wonderful, service impeccable and food was nothing short of amazing. Beautiful.

R. L.

Decent place to enjoy pasta in cbd.

P. E.

Absolutely beautiful food, a lovely atmosphere and incredibly kind and knowledgeable staff. Will be recommending to all our family and friends.

J. O.

Great service. Food was fine.

J. W.

Delicious food, friendly service and a lovely cosy ambience. It's a bit off the main street, hidden in a laneway, so keep your eyes peeled for it!

S. W.

Great service fantastic food and warm and welcoming surrounds. Seated at the bar overlooking the kitchen, do yourself a favour and give this a try what a brilliant experience seeing the team working hard for you!

W. C.

Best experience at a restaurant in a long time! The staff were super attentive and helpful, great atmosphere and the best and most important thing, the food, which was delicious! We'll be back, with friends!

L. M.

If I was on death row and allowed to have one last meal. The food in this place is definitely on the wish list.

Ate here a couple of weeks ago. Lovely pasta, vegetarian options, great service - very helpful when deciding on meal and lovely atmosphere. Definitely will be coming again.

W. L. D.

Had the most delightful gnocchi. Highly recommended.

A. P.

Absolutely incredible food, the most amazing service and a great laid back atmosphere. Authentic Italian food, will definitely be back again and again as well as recommending to everyone!

Don’t have bar seating if your head chef is going to be abusive towards other staff members. It’s a bad look for the restaurant and promotes a poor working culture. Don’t care how “stressful” your job is it’s not nice to see people treated that way.

A. D. M.

Fantastic little restaurant. Wonderful cocktails, authentic Italian pasta and hands down the best tiramisu in Melbourne!! Thanks for a fantabulous dinner!

C. R.

A fantastic restaurant. Delightful owner and staff. Who really knows how to work his tables. Food was excellent so much so we went back for a second night whilst on vacation

E. M.

Great job at accommodating us after 10pm one night :) Great pasta and excellent service as always.

C. H.

Pentolina is quickly becoming known for its very stylish ambience and wonderfully fine cuisine. From the vineyards of the Yarra Valley to the grungy laneways of Melbourne, we Victorians are very clear about our love for high quality dining experiences. And that’s what Pentolina delivers.

Good wine selection. Fresh Pasta. Friendly service. Great for a business lunch. And I’m coming back for the lasagna immediately!

A. F.

There were fully booked, but the customer service wasn't the best as they forgot a lot a things. Food came quick and was really good, although the portions were quite small. Maybe I'll give another chance in the future.

j. p.

Fantastic quality food and service. Had the tasting menu was absolutely delicious.

T. T.

The service was perfect, we have no idea why they are not rated 5/5. Food was amazing, we were seated at the bar and the head chef took care of our meals the whole time.

N. K.

Absolutely fantastic atmosphere and menu!! The fiore di zucchine and fettuccine carbonara were just amazing! I'll definitely be back!

p. a.

really great staff who looked after us exceptionally well. food and drink absolutely excellent.

S. R.

Beautiful pasta! I stopped for some lunch, the venue is perfect for a quick sit down to enjoy some delicious carbonara! I’ll be back to keep sampling the menu Stephen

C. Y.

Food was so fresh and the chef's menu really hit all the right spots for me! Service was great too

S. W.

Lovely lunch time eatery for pasta and a glass of wine. Glass wall allows nice view and plenty of light. Friendly staff from lots of places.

P. M.

Great dinner and lunch spot offering house made pasta in stylish venue. Recommend the Pappardella al Ragu wide pasta ribbons with a bolognese sauce.

V. S.

Such a great vibe and the food was amazing. I need to go back to try everything on the menu.

S. D.

Excellent service. Excellent meals. Excellent ambience. Excellent wine selection.

N. E.

Beautiful food, the stuffed zucchini flowers and squid ink pasta are particularly amazing!

H. D. E.

If you are ever around and up for Italian come here. My friends this place does not disappoint. The friendliest staff, great place and amazing food.

M. B.

Came here last night with my partner- we had a beautiful dinner, beautiful wine and beautiful customer service! We loved our first stop here whilst visiting Melbourne.

F. M.

Great food, great service and great atmosphere. Would recommend the 5 course tasting menu!

R. L.

A great venue fabulous staff. And the food? Absolutely delicious! You don't have to shout to be heard, you can have a normal conversation. We'll be back!

N. x.

Amazing food and great service.

M. M.

Very good selection of pasta and antipasti. Was bit more expensive than I anticipated but it is very good quality. Definitely coming again

The pasta is insanely delicious 😋 service is wonderful. Good place to come to. I am glad we stumbled into an awesome restaurant

C. B.

Freash pasta, beautiful desserts. Went for a work lunch, and hope to get back when I don't have a time pressure! Service was fantastic

M. P.

The homemade pasta was delicious. Great seeing it all being made first hand. Bit pricey for lunch but worth it 😊

A. D.

Great fresh pasta, a hidden gem

J. P.

Seriously delicious food and great service, 2nd visit and will definitely be back.

J. M.

Cool pasta bar in the heart of the city. Great cocktails too@

M. H.

Amazing service and meals. Would definitely recommend the five course menu!

Magnificent. One of the best Italian gems

S. H.

A great night out and Pentolina never disappoints. Hope to be back soon.

J. T.

9/10

N. T.

Really great atmosphere! Lovely restaurant and super friendly staff. The zucchini flowers are epic! X

g. s.

nice cozy place with unexpected great quality food. we ate a lot more than we normally eat, because it's just too delicious!

M. A. B.

Artisan Bread, and fabulous pasta! Wonderful staff!! Exceptional service, and not too pricey :)

F. F.

Consistently great authentic food. Warm and friendly staff who make you feel at home. A must try.

K. P.

Great food and fantastic staff

J. R.

Always fantastic in every aspect. The staff and food are of the highest standard, well done. Xx

S. G.

Delicious, but heavy serves. Tried this place a few times and the food is great but forget sides and desserts. You won’t have room.

J. S.

Great fresh pasta and fantastic service. Recommended.

M. M.

Absolutely great little lunch venue, always easy to get a table, friendly service, and delicious pasta

M. H.

Went above and beyond for my parents dinner with friends on Saturday night!! Such incredible food and hospitality!!

L. C.

Excellent pasta definite must go.

R. L.

Great food, well priced, exceptional service! A brilliant dining experience.

J. M.

Fantastic food and service.

C. S.

Amazing quality of service from all waiters & the food was to die for. Will be back :) Thanks guys

V. Z.

An absolute treasure! Amazing food, lovely friendly service and awesome atmosphere. Could not recommend a better place.

H. K.

Good atmosphere, servers were really friendly and accommodating, food was really good quality and not over the top with price

A. P.

Absolutely incredible food, the most amazing service and a great laid back atmosphere. Authentic Italian food, will definitely be back again and again as well as recommending to everyone!

g. s.

nice cozy place with unexpected great quality food. we ate a lot more than we normally eat, because it's just too delicious!

S. d. M.

This place is amazing. The beetroot gnocchi was spectacular. Highly recommend.

C. H.

K. C.

S. R.

Beautiful pasta! I stopped for some lunch, the venue is perfect for a quick sit down to enjoy some delicious carbonara! I’ll be back to keep sampling the menu Stephen

K. W.

Incredible italian food with a great atmosphere and friendly service! 11/10

D. F.

M. T.

Excellent little find. Food was delicious! Definitely will be back!

P. A.

Fabulous food Fabulous service Great value We will be back

P. C.

Great pasta place. Great people. Fresh food, and good wine - go there!

L. A.

Amazing food and service, can’t wait to go back!

C. R.

Food and service were very good. Lasagna is better than the carbonara.

J. B.

Very friendly staff and set menu is a good deal. Limoncello semifreddo, yessir

K. W.

Incredible italian food with a great atmosphere and friendly service! 11/10

S. d. M.

This place is amazing. The beetroot gnocchi was spectacular. Highly recommend.

R. C.

Great food and service 👌

M. H.

Amazing Italian restuarant great tasting pasta and drinks. We would go back.

D. J.

Great food, excellent service, this is a place to visit for excellent food, we will come back! 😁

C. A.

Off the menu gnocchi to die for. Food, drink and cannoli thats perfect. Looking for an excuse to return.

S. L. R.

Delicious everything. Great service and gorgeous refined interiors. Thank you team!

K. L.

Fresh pasta and produce and great friendly service. Nice setting and ambience

b. m.

A tucked away little gem! Fresh ingredients, harmoniously mixed together and served by vibrant staff. I'll be back!

C. M.

Excellent Italian restaurant with homemade pasta and professional service

P. C.

Amazing service, good food and drinks!

D. S.

Food and service amazing....put it on the list near the top

M. M.

Amazing food, fantastic service, great ambiance. Love it.

J. C.

Great pasta at Pentolina, have missed going here during covid.

A. B.

Well priced, delicious fresh pasta with wonderful service

S. T.

Fantastic food, excellent service.

T. E.

Great service, great vibe, best pasta I've ever had.

s. e.

Fresh pasta. Beautiful food and the Italian lager on tap was delicious.

H. S.

Great pasta. Nice staff. But a bit pricy just for pasta.

t. p.

Delicious. Great staff. Try the cod arancini, ridiculously delicious.

Great Italian food and friendly service!

c. c.

Excellent Skinny Chefs choice, great food and wine.

R. C.

Excellent service and the food was divine.

K. K.

Some of the best pasta in Melbourne, relaxed vibe and attentive staff.

S. R.

Beautiful pasta, wonderful service. Thank you, Matt, for a beautiful meal.

M. W.

Delicious pasta. I had the vongole spaghetti and it was excellent.

C. N.

Delicious! Gorgeous food, atmosphere + service

E. H.

Amazing pasta, great service and fantastic fit out. Can't fault it.

I. N.

Amazing food and service! Can’t wait to go back

J. L.

Nice Italian dishes and good staff. Recommend it

S. K.

Great food and excellent service. Not pretentious.

J. L.

Delicious flavours and super friendly and accommodating staff

J. B.

Delicious, Chef! Thanks for the tasting gifts too.

j. t.

Food, service and ambiance all on-point. Eggplant pasta and cod croquet 👌

R. Y.

Good service, great food.. well priced

E. H.

Delicious! The squid ink pasta was to die for! Will be back!!

E. S.

Gorgeous food served by gorgeous, passionate staff.

A. C.

Food was delicious but portion a tad small.

G. H.

Really good, authentic food and excellent service!

H. R.

Great vibe, great food and great service.

G. S.

Great service, food is ok, price is fair ...

S. B.

Good food, small intimate restaurant, good vibe.

Y. L.

No frills pasta, served the way it should be. Good stuff.

C. Y.

Amazing food, great attentive staff

a. l.

Friendly stuff real italian food top quality ingridients

A. H.

Amazing food! Lovely staff

M. P. M.

He was so nice and it was a delicious dinner

A. G.

Amazing, hand made and delicious, exquisite sauces.

A. K.

Amazing food and atmosphere

D. C.

Great food, wine and service.

M. W.

Lovely service and nice food.

A. N.

Great food good pricing

M. P.

great ambience & cuisine

M. W.

Too expensive without the food being amazing.

B. S.

Delicious food and great service!

Z. S.

What a great experience. My partner and I came for our 3 year anniversary and we were so surprised by the quality of food and the service was amazing. Thank you for a special night.

c. g.

Two visits, two people, four good pastas!

N. F.

pastaroni..nicee authentic italian

L. W.

Outstanding meal with friendly service.

A. W.

Great service. Great pasta.

J. H.

Fabulous, Fresh, Flavoursome...

L. T.

Delicious, quality pasta

J. V.

Amazing food and service!!

C. I.

Best food and service!

S. R.

Great pasta, great service.

S. R.

Incredible flavours, fantastic staff

D. Z.

Good food and good service!

B. K.

Love the space and the food and wine

T. S.

Fresh pasta, can I say more?

D. C.

Fresh and tasty pasta

L. S.

Superb!!!

M. W.

Wonderful Italian

J. O.

Very pleasant.

J. S.

Beautiful food

M. A.

Beautiful place

J. K.

Excellent pasta

H. R.

Excellent meal

M. P.

Fantastic, love it

L. S.

Superb!!!

M. W.

Great Italian food

E. K.

Just had a quick lunch there today, services are excellence, food are incredible tasty and beautiful presented, LOVEEEE

T. W.

Absolutely phenomenal food and dining experience! I hosted a client at Pentolina for lunch with a small group where we had the Chef's Choice 4 course selection. The quality and flavours of the food was amazing and there was plenty to go around. I'll definitely be bookmarking Pentolina for future functions!

N. D.

Wait staff were super friendly and helpful, we were late for our booking but they were still super accommodating and kept us on schedule for our theatre time. All the dishes were amazing and correctly portioned, we were glad for the walk to the theatre as we were so full! Great atmosphere and decor. Was dreaming about the pasta last night!