Best Italian Restaurants in Laverton Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Marco Local |
| Free highlight | Gus Press |
| Family-friendly | Lucky Quarter |
| Locals only | The Humble Local |
| Indoor option | Store |
The best italian food scene in Laverton is growing every year. Start at The Good Table, then check out Iris’s. Home to RAAF Base Williams. Located 30-40km from the CBD, Laverton is part of Melbourne’s Outer West region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Laverton locals actually recommend.
1. Press — 260 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-28 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 63 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. Hugo’s — 299 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Ash Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Remy Social — 181 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
Capacity is around 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Laverton farmers market when it runs.
4. Mia Standard — 353 Rowan Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Ash Crescent is usually fine.
Don’t miss: The crispy chicken ($22) — solid
5. Long Local — 337 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $20-32 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The daily soup ($26) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Laverton roaster — ask which one.
6. Table — 143 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A local institution Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Ash Crescent is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
The Laverton That Locals Know
Home to RAAF Base Williams. Laverton station links to the Regional Rail network. The best italian food options here reflect Laverton’s character. For Laverton locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
7. Pearl Bench — 58 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 33 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
8. The Blue Bench — 373 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $11-22 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 51 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Rowan Crescent is usually fine.
9. Mia’s — 119 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) A local institution Cost: $21-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. The Lucky Pantry — 219 Ash Crescent, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
11. Kai — 173 Elizabeth Place, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
12. Ash — 26 Henry Lane, Laverton VIC 3071
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-26 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The space seats about 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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FAQ
What are the best best italian food options in Laverton?
Marco Local is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Laverton good for best italian food?
Yes. Laverton has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Laverton known for?
Home to RAAF Base Williams.
How far is Laverton from Melbourne CBD?
Laverton is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Laverton to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
