Best Italian Restaurants in Montmorency Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Hugo Commons | | Best with kids | Nina’s | | Hidden spot | The Long Mill | | Bad weather pick | Golden Yard |
The best italian food scene in Montmorency is better than most people realise. Start at Common Mill, then check out Hugo Local. Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges. Located 19km from the CBD, Montmorency is part of Melbourne’s Outer North 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 Montmorency locals actually recommend.
1. The New Post — 15 James Grove, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Hill Drive is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($22) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
2. Zara Quarter — 72 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: groups
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The charcuterie board ($18) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. Nell — 1 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $10-16 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Bright Press — 104 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $18-29 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. Green Kitchen — 43 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $19-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Margaret Crescent is usually fine.
6. Marco’s — 83 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A local institution Cost: $9-21 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Hill Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
The Montmorency That Locals Know
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges. Were Shire bushland and walking trails nearby. Strong community identity. The best italian food options here reflect Montmorency’s character. Whether you’re based in Montmorency or visiting from nearby, 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. Northern Table — 251 Hill Drive, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $17-24 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
8. Rosa’s — 250 Cecil Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
9. Ash — 201 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Nell’s — 157 Margaret Crescent, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $14-21 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 43 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
11. Humble Bench — 172 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-16 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 41 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Montmorency farmers market when it runs.
12. Marco Union — 224 Lake Road, Montmorency VIC 3064
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best italian food options in Montmorency?
Sunny Table is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Montmorency good for best italian food?
Yes. Montmorency has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Montmorency known for?
Leafy suburb at the base of the Yarra Ranges.
How far is Montmorency from Melbourne CBD?
Montmorency is 19km, 36min train, 26min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
