Restaurants
Rosa's Kitchen
22 Punch Ln
Melbourne, VIC, 3000
This place is famous for its traditional and authentic hearty Italian. Prices are a bit higher up the curve, however well worth the visit for a special occasion. The place is very cosy and frequented by working professionals during lunch and also after work. The saffron tagliatelle is my favorite. They do a good value lunch special during week days other than Fridays 2 courses and wine for $35 per person.
Rosa has apparently opened a new place, which is great as Rosa's Kitchen is always busy and rightly so. The food is traditional southern Italian made from fresh, tasty ingredients. The food is great value and the atmosphere pleasant and unpretentious. You can't go wrong with the pasta or the saltimbocca. Fabulous food at reasonable prices.
For a wonderful Italian meal, you definitely can't go past Lucattini's Restaurant. The food is constantly good, and the service is a dream. I have eaten here many times, and I have not once been disappointed. The prices are low, serving sizes are large, and there is something for everyone on the menu.