SUD Food and Wine reviews . (Restaurant) in Melbourne (Victoria).

SUD Food and Wine

234 Reviews

174 Comments

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Italian restaurant

219 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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Comments of SUD Food and Wine

M. N.

A lovely intimate setting with attentive staff. The meals are delicious and generously portioned.

R. Y.

Happy travellers ate there early February. From the second we stepped in the door, we were impressed. The staff were so welcoming and delightfully chatty. They clearly love working in hospitality. The restaurant takes its name from a region in Southern Italy and the food is authentically Italian as was the décor. For entrée, we shared the Salsicce (Pork and Fennel seed) and for main course, we enjoyed the spicy Duck Meatballs and Risotto del Giorno (Crabmeat and Charred Corn) with sides of Broccolini and Baked Potato. Thanks so much to the Staff. Beautiful food and a wonderful dining experience that we will enjoy again when we are next in Melbourne. Very sorry to readers - No Photos to post.

C. T.

A small Italian restaurant which was packed on a sunday night so we just managed to grab the last table as we hadn’t booked. The service was warm and friendly, our waiter very knowledgeable about the wine (although only a few were available by the glass) and the food was absolutely delicious - probably the best pasta I’ve ever eaten. A couple of small negatives, on a wet windy evening it was a little cold inside and the owners bonhomie was rather loud at points in the evening as he regaled a large table with a number of enthusiastic anecdotes!

A. i. e.

This is a place I found occasionally when I passed by in a raining day, but I had a feeling it would be good. Then I marked it on my map. The food is good, ambience is nice The service was not that perfect for me: During my whole time eating, we did not get ant small plates for sharing even we were sharing everything. And the manager did not ask how would I I want the food be served after I ordered. Honestly his passion and professional for the food and drinks here made me impressive but the cons I mentioned was really outrageous howler in the service here. But I am still want to come back again to try sth else next time～

B. S.

The food is exceptional! Very tasty and well prepared. I love the service and the place.

g. r.

Amazing cozy restaurant with a fabulous menu, top quality Italian food and ambience and service is great! Will definitely be returning.

W. H.

Amazing food and a great atmosphere with staff who are attentive and supportive.

T. L. W.

This is such a great place in the CBD. It’s almost hidden away. The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming as you arrive. The staff were extremely friendly, and it was great to hear jokes throughout the night as it didn’t feel like being served by a robot. The food was cooked tremendously and the wait wasn’t long at all. I highly recommend Sud and will definitely be returning!!! Dessert and a Long Island iced tea (made upon request). Plant not included haha.

T. M.

Food is spectacular, but it's probably the service that elevates this restaurant. Extremely genuine, friendly and professional staff. Will be back sooner rather than later.

L. N.

Service and food were bloody excellent. We walked in at 9pm on Monday and got a table luckily, so best to book. A very intimate spot with great servers and food.

I. T.

The whole experience here is impressive. The atmosphere is good, the staff are very entertaining and caring, good recommendation of wine and drinks, and the food is amazing! Very reasonable price for such food and service. One of the staff even recommended us a special drink for my sick friend and it tastes nice :)

M. K.

Ordered seafood pasta and asparagus through Uber eats. Everything was delicious & fresh. Also, their carry out Tupperware is so elegant.

A. S.

Sud proves that a city cannot have too many excellent Italian restaurants. Perhaps this explains its rather isolated urban location - King Street - although Foglio et Fico is more remote on Spencer Street. Food and service are top notch - it's a pretty small space, but there are plenty of staff to suit your needs, and you may get several visits by owner Vincenzo to make sure everything goes well. My impression is that the Italian style is more inclined to a simple and rich ending, not the high-tech nature of some places, and it is awesome to have this choice.

b.

the interior is absolutely beautiful! service was amazing and the food was too!! would absolutely recommend, total gem.

P. M.

The way restaurants used to be! This small established Italian restaurant is full of character and charm. We had a team luncheon there recently where the cuisine was excellent and service personal and engaging. Highly recommended.

P. W.

Surprisingly good Italian restaurant on King St with thoughtful wine list including many unusual and rarely served varietals by glass

A. H.

Loved it, everything was delicious. Chicken liver parfait, risotto, pasta, tomatoes with buffalo mozzarella and fresh herbs, and the desserts.. so good. Great staff. Very knowledgeable, very encouraging to try new dishes but ultimately they would bring whatever we wanted. Very enjoyable

C.

It was my very last day in Melbourne and I was so lucky that I found SUD. The waiters are so helpful and thanks for that , I had a wonderful ending of my birthday trip in Melbourne.

S. H.

OH MY GOD! the food is really AMAZING! and the waiter is sooo nice and funny! this place makes me wanna go back and visit melbourne again! its a true hidden gem!

C. C.

The food is excellent and the service exceptional. A special dining experience full of old fashioned charm

R. C.

If you ever want to go to Italy without actually doing the 24 hour flight, make your way down to SUD on Kings street. The service is as warm as an Italian Nonna, the Sangiovese is the creme de la creme of Tuscany and the food is...my god... Bellissimo

J. H.

Authentic and tasty Italian cuisine with very engaging waters for a great night out.

S. S.

Let's just say, I was giving this place 5 stars for the amazing service... And then the food came out, and now I'm looking for the 10 star button

J. A.

My favorite Italian restaurant in Melbourne. Absolutely the best

T. M.

I only usually write reviews when I'm trying to warn people off a place but Sud is just all sorts of different. The service is old school and absolutely brilliant. The staff walked me through wine list with complete expertise (I'm used to French wine and the waiter found the perfect Italian counterpart). The food was incredible and so delicately balanced. I really cant recommend this place enough.

P. M.

Such amazing service and the most amazing staff. Seriously one of the best restaurants I have been to! And the food is delicious! The whole vibe just made my day! ❤️

C. M.

tasty food and efficient, charismatic service never knew this place existed but will back

K. S.

I loved the experience. The waiters were amazing and really friendly the service excellent. The food was delicious. We will come back for sure xx

A. M.

Wonderful food. We wanted proper Italian and we found it. Lovely little place with good service and atmosphere.

C. R.

This might not look like much from the outside however it is a fantastic restaurant. The food, wine and service all exceeded our expectations. I will definitely go back and highly recommend it. The smoked buffalo mozzarella and the homemade meatballs were standouts.

N. S.

I went here for lunch with my friend on the day we were flying back home. We were woefully underdressed in hiking/travel attire and almost didn't go in because it looked too fancy. The reviews here persuaded us and we're so happy they did. This might just have been *the* best dining experience we've ever had.

N. E.

Service 10/10 Food 10/10 Ambience 10/10 Honestly: nothing to dislike here. This is THE ultimate restaurant experience. You wanna feel/feed like royalty? Go to Sud. Can't recommend this place more highly.

G. M.

Such have a fabulous evening spent at Sud. I've never been before but felt so welcomed by the staff, esp the Irish staffer Majella, and the owner (?) with the great moustache and also the fabulous sommerlier, what a great bunch of people working at Sud. Next the food, we had oysters , Caprese salad, fish Ceviche, fish risotto, pumpkin with burnt butter ravioli and doughnuts to finish.. everything was SUPER tasty and perfectly portioned though tbh, I just would it the pumpkin ravioli for the rest of my life..Delish! Do yourself a favour and check out Sud and have a beautiful time :)

T. H.

We had not heard of SUD before and just randomly wandered in off the street. So glad we did! The atmosphere in the restaurant was warm and welcoming, the food was magnificent, the 3 wait-staff were all attentive, quirky and fun, and we were made to feel like old friends. A truly wonderful dining experience, and we can't wait to go back next time we're in Melbourne.

D. C.

The service here is amazing, and the food is a delight. It was great to return here after many years and find it is still wonderful.

C. C.

Sud, in the heart of Melbourne’s bustling CBD, is such a wonderful restaurant. Cheery, knowledgeable staff greet diners like they’re family and proprietor Vincenzo ensures everybody has a wonderful, memorable meal. The food is delicious and the wine list is superb. I’ll definitely be going back next time I’m in Melbourne. Excellent!!

R. S.

The waiter was so good. He described the specials of the day in distinct mouth watering detail almost like he cooked and chose the ingredients himself. So out of the CBD but we'll worth the hike. Food was excellent as well. Highly recommended!

J. T.

Not trendy, not likely to change, but an absolute classic Melbourne restaurant with convivial hosts, superb food, great wines, and company. Overall one of the best restaurant experiences I have had in Melbourne or the world.

R. D.

I've lived in Melbourne for five years now and haven't been this impressed with a restaurant for some time. Maybe since I've been here. Amazing food, very strong wine list and incredible service. I can't say enough. I can't wait to get back. Vincenzo and his team are second to none. Well done.

T. R.

First time in Melbourne and was looking for some good Italian food close to my hotel. Found this place online and thought I'd give it a go. Very warm and cozy place with great wine, the waiter knew his stuff about the menu and we tried things we'd never had before due to his recommendations. Customer service was awesome also, all round very good service from start to finish 👍🏼

P. M.

One of the best Italian restaurants around. The food is consistently good and the service friendly and professional. Vincenzo and staff treat you like family and apart from excellent food, they add enormously to what is always a great dining experience.

J. F.

Nice food and a few good staff. Only been here once and enjoyed what I ate. I’d definitely come back when I’m in the area. 4/5 stars. Portions are good and value for money. I ate about 5 things from the restaurant in a small group and I must say it was very enjoyable.

N. D.

Very happy to have stumbled across this place! Food and wine absolutely sensational. Service was friendly and super attentive. Highly recommended! Look to forward to going back next time I’m in Melbourne.

K. F.

The whole experience here was warm, friendly and personal. The intimate setting of this restaurant sets you up to be looked after extremely well by the staff. Food was exceptional leaving you with no room to spare when you leave. Only off putting part of the whole night was when I requested a glass of desert wine, a whole bottle was opened and then poured for the rest of the group who didn't want it. Which we were then subsequently charged for.

D. D.

I love Sud, it's one of my favorite places to eat in Melbourne. The owner, Vincenzo has 101 stories to tell. He'll make you feel very welcome, almost like part of the family, and serve up a meal you'll never forget. Yummy, Italian cooked just like Nonna used to cook. Highly recommended

J. T. K.

Had the pleasure of dining at this fabulous place on our recent trip to Melbourne. From the moment we were greeted at the door to the time we left was a total experience. Amazing warm friendly staff, food to die for & crafted with love. The owner takes a personal interest & makes sure everything about his restaurant & your experience of it is top notch.Loved every moment & cannot wait to come back.

M. A.

It's a restaurant with charming knowledgeable staff who know and enjoy the food they serve. It's a place where you can go and have excellent quality food and wine, beautifully prepared for your enjoyment. A great experience and perfect on a week night.

E. M.

Food is amazing but the service was a little bit heavy handed with the upsell. If you can cope with that then it'll be fine, but it does make some people uncomfortable. Wine selection is terrific and some good low cost options and wine by the glass too. Old school Italian charm.

T. C. K.

Great and friendly service, fantastic food. Was with my family and we decided to go for a shared meals, the waiter was kind enough to serve each course portioned out ready. Each of the 5 course meal was delicious!

S. F.

We went for a business lunch on Wednesday and it was lovely. We shared the scallops, meatballs, eggplant Parma and pork belly as starters and couldn't fault them. I personally loved the scallops. For main i had an entree serve of the gnocchi with lamb. Then finished with the praline semi freedo. The meal was lovely and the service impeccable. The maitre dee knew his stuff. Good selection of wines also. Easy to miss as you're walking along king street but well worth a visit. Extremely pleasurable day.

I.

Great approach to food.. the wait staff give you a description of the food, the region it derived from and which wines are the best accompaniment. Not noisy despite being fairly cosy seating. Very good quality dishes across entree main and dessert. Often booked out (or occasionally closed) so well advised to make a booking. If you cant get a table... walk down same side of King street half a block (towards city centre) and you'll find a steak and seafood restaurant which has very good steaks :)

S. S.

If you want a truly well cooked Italian meal in a intimate setting but with lively atmosphere and a host that can dial into to exactly how you want the meal to go, then this is your place. Vincenzo has a way not only with the customers but also with the food his kitchen prepares and he is a master at knowing to dial things up, or leave them steady as she goes. Service is always impeccable, food is flawless and the wine selection sublime (Vincenzo is a master Som). You simply can't go wrong. They are also able to cater equally for suits and corporates as well as families and couples who just want something special. A must visit restaurant.

M. M.

This was an amazing experience- food was beyond compare, management were more than happy to chat and engage either patrons. We could sit and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere. The lunchtime patrons were still there at 7 pm. This was a great experience and I would recommend 100%. Bellissimo!!

B. C. M.

Small and cozy place, love the food :) We were waiting for the last friend to arrive and waited about 40mins, the waiters were still so patient with us. Thank you! will definitely come again!

A. M.

Yeah, this place is pretty special. Is it in the wrong place of town, yes!! Does it make it what’s so special, yes!!! The ambience, the service, the food, tick, tick and a huge tick! I was genuinely blown by the care and attention showed by the staff and the food, well words or a google review won’t do it justice. Get here, and get here quick.

P. S.

What can I say, just awesome. On King St but behind double glazed windows and a heavy door we escaped to this oasis, a step back in time to beautifully presented food made with love and warm welcoming service. I wanted to eat every dish off their specials.

R. B.

We are travelling around Australia and looked out for a dinner close to our hotel. We found this restaurang, asked for a table for four, and had a fantastic evening. Nice atmosphere, very good and entertaning service, really good food and drinks to an acceptable price. Many thanks to all of you! (4 swedes 🇸🇪)

J. S.

Wow! Loved the fine food and wine here. Great staff looking after all your needs. Bloody loved it!

G.

Wow. Amazing. A very special meal. The whole experience was first class. I don't say this lightly however every now and then in life there are experiences you will remember for a long time. Our dinner last night was one of them. Great job Sud.

K. K.

Small restaurant with a big personality. Food offering is always reliable and the choice of wine to accompany the food or match your taste is as interesting. Vincenzo, thank you. Your restaurant is one of tge best Italian restaurants in Melbourne. No pretense, just good food, good wine and great service!

B. E.

Very authentic Italian menu. The owner was very involved with our entire meal experience. The food was outstanding; it was only topped by the overall dining experience. Owner was VERY knowledgeable about the local wines.

J. P.

Found myself in the city alone and hungry. Google pointed me in the direction of SUD and I was not let down. Food was fantastic, as was the service. Highly recommended if you're in this post of town.

D. B.

Great food fantastic waitress Majella.

B. D.

The analogy 'hidden gem' sits perfectly when describing SUD. A non descript presence on King St, but open the door and you're welcomed like a family member. Wine lists are not just passed over. Vince makes every effort to ensure you receive a wine to suit your taste. The menu specials are as exciting as the menu itself, your waiter/ess is very accommodating whatever your selection. Each dish complemented the next, Espresso martinis to die for, with a Lemoncello to finish. Definitely be back, next time in Melbourne.

p. n.

Romantic, great atmosphere, entertaining manager, wonderful pasta but secondi average for the price

R. G.

Amazing little restaurant that serves good food and great wine. The owner is very entertaining and will keep you entertained. The prices are reasonable and the service is excellent.

C. S.

Great food. Reasonable prices for the level of food you get.

S. J.

Absolutely wonderful experience. Food was superb and staff were fantastic . Totally made my birthday. It was one of the best restaurants we have been to.

P. G.

Vincenzo will offer up some of the best provincial cooking and regional wines that his mother country has to offer in Melbourne. Just need to beware of the grappa at the end. It can make the trip home a very long one...

M. D.

The charasmatic Vincenzo and his crew have created a truly authentic Southern Italian heart warming experience, both food and wine pairings were exceptional. Bravo!!

R. S.

Had some amazing food tonight,great atmosphere staff made us feel very welcome. Highly Recommend. Nicole & Robyn NZ

J. S.

Fantastic experience, REAL authentic Italian!! Just like Griffith NSW. I recommend the Montepulciano red wine and the squid ink pasta!!

D. P.

Easily beat Sicilian food I've ever had! Authentic and delicious. Wait staff are awesome as well, great atmosphere.

A. M.

Wonderful service and food.

J.

Great food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.

A. C.

Fantastic food and service!

J. S.

Fantastic staff and marvelous food. Small tucked away but too good to be kept a secret.

B. H.

My group of 13 celebrated my birthday ... best night ever ... food was excellent ... service from Vincenzo and team flawless ... can't wait to get back ... Baz

R. T.

Authentic food. Genuine company. The best value Italian in town. Keeps you coming back for more.

A. M.

Great Italian food and atmosphere. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Very nice wine selection.

B. W.

Amazing food and service. The Gnocchi was so soft and desert was to die for!

J. H.

Great staff!! Lovely service and nice food. A really nice place too - quite cosy and warm.

G. H.

Best atmosphere in Melbourne. Food and wine is incredible. Couldn't recommend more highly.

B. T.

waiter was exceptional. true fine dining. arrived almost at closing but they stayed open to serve us

A. M.

Fantastic! Great food and friendly service, must admit one meal came out wrong but didn't bother us as it was still bang on. Will go back again.

D. T.

Fantastic food and great atmosphere with very friendly staff. Next time in Melbourne I will most definitely I will stop by and eat here again.

M. C.

Fantastic food, wine and service. Small restaurant allows staff to really interact with their customers.

P. S.

Excellent service and sensational food made a really enjoyable lunch. Will definitely return.

C. L.

Fabulous food, great service. Such nice people

e. d.

We had a great meal with very good service. Very friendly staff and lovely food.

T. D.

Food is great - staff are cheeky but great, just a really nice meal.and setting - credit to all involved

B. G.

Highly recommended! Great food, the staff is amazing and wonderful atmosphere!

Y. L.

Made me feel like I was in Sicily again! Friendliest staff, great wine, delicious food!

M. B.

Excellent food, great friendly service and great wine. Worth visiting often.

M. P.

Fantastic service, lovely food - a little pricey but certainly worth it. Lovely for an intimate dinner.

J. N.

Cosy and romantic room. Wonderful wine list. Knowledgeable staff. Warm and welcoming.

R. H.

Very nice food and a fabulous waitress from Ireland who added humor to the menu.

D. T.

Great food, menu was deceiving, so much better than we expected.. highly recommended

D. P.

Easily one of the best traditional southern Italian restaurants I've ever been to

N. S.

Food quality was good but the quantity served was less as compared to other restaurants.

P. T.

Great Food but even better service! Staff made our evening

V. R.

Great Italian fare. very nice setting. Would go here anytime I am in the area.

S. P.

Excellent food, very friendly service, a great evening.

F. M.

Amazing service and delicious food!!! Best wine and dessert 😄

A. M.

An absolute diamond, the food is exquisite and flavoursome, with impeccable service and quite lovely atmosphere

S. V.

Great foid, lovely staff, happy vibe. A warm welcome on a wintry June evening.

K. O.

Amazing food, amazing service, reasonable prices. Would love to come again!

D. M.

Truly delicious Italian food and friendly, attentive service.

J. B.

Fantastic place....great wine collection...good food and excellent and friendly staff

K. A.

Nice ambience and quality food, will visit again for sure.

S.

The food was really good and the service was excellent!

W. L.

Authentic Italian food. Waiter has made the experience great both times

J. S.

Excellent food, wine & very friendly informative service.

L. P.

Amazing food and service! Would highly recommend this place!

S. H.

Cozy, pleasant place with Italian trattoria fare -- great risotto!

C. S.

Great food ans wine and wonderful service

G. G.

Amazing food, amazing wine and amazing atmosphere!!

S. P.

Incredible will come back for that soft tender meat. Loved everything we had here

D. T.

I love sud and I love vincenzo and staff forever from my heart !!!! Ciao cornuti!!!

j. b.

One of the best Italian restaurants in Melbourne.

I. D.

Everything was wonderful!! Amazing people and beautiful place! I recommend for everyone❤️🇦🇺

H. G.

It has it all, great food, great wine, great service.

D. W.

Nice.

M. W.

great food . gets very busy advise to book

K. F.

Lovely food but very rowdy!

J. H.

Excellent food and great atmosphere!

S. R.

Loved the food... Great service 😍

S. W.

Amazing customer service; yummy food!

D. H.

Great food and drink, friendly staff

S. W.

Amazing staff and the specials of the day was extensive and yummy

B. J.

Food is amazing and the Irish waitress is to die for.

F. W.

Food was fantastic. Waitress was rude

B. M.

Amazing fine dining, hope to return!

A. H.

The yummiest Italian I’ve ever had!

K. M.

Fantastic great food wine and service

J. P. G.

Very nice food and people!

s. a.

Nice restaurant great ambience.

A. G.

Really lovely food and great service

D. F.

Great food and brilliant service

N. K.

Good

J. D.

Fantastic service and even better food.

K. O.

Excellent food and the best service

W. F.

Excellent but $$ go with your parents

N. L.

The service, the food...you got to try!

A. P.

Good place for lunch in the city

Y. T.

Lie here

J. K.

Amazing as always.

A. R.

Love it

P. R.

Cool place to hangout

E. S.

One of the best in town

R. G.

Excellent

R. P.

Nice

p. b.

Beautiful food

D. M.

(Translated) Super place I recommend it to all Italians and non. There is a super character called Vincenzo, an exquisite person who will advise you and explain the dishes and wine to accompany. I ate for dinner a super risotto of the day accompanied by a very good Ribolla Gialla wine from Friuli. (Original) Super posto lo consiglio a tutti gli italiani e non. Ci stà un super personaggio chiamato Vincenzo una persona squisita che vi consiglierà e spiegherà i piatti e il vino da accompagnare. Io ho mangiato per cena un super risotto del giorno accompagnato da un buonissimo vino friulano Ribolla Gialla.

c. c.

(Translated) Very good address in Melbourne. Beautiful map and excellent hospitality and service. It's nice today to see that there are still professionals and passionate about their job. (Original) Tres bonne adresse à Melbourne. Belle carte et excellents accueil et service. Ça fait plaisir de nos jours de constater qu'il existe encore des personnes professionnelles et passionnées par leur métier.

P. M.

(Translated) Amazing restaurant We loved it, it eats great and the service is great. A success. (Original) Increíble restaurante. Nos encantó, se come de maravilla y el servicio es buenísimo. Todo un acierto.

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(Translated) Excellent service, very special Italian cuisine. The boss is very enthusiastic. 😋 (Original) 超棒的服务，很有特色的意大利风味美食。老板十分的热情。😋

A. S.

(Translated) It was a special evening with delicious food and lovely staff. We recommend! (Original) Es war ein besonderer Abend mit köstlichem Essen und reizendem Personal. Sehr zu empfehlen!

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(Translated) excellent (Original) ممتاز

V. R.

(Translated) Good (Original) Buono

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