Best Italian Restaurants in Murrumbeena Melbourne 2026

We’ve tested every best italian food option in Murrumbeena to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. The Southern Commons is the one everyone knows. Max’s is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Neerim Road village has cafes and independent shops. Murrumbeena sits in the Middle South corridor, 12-18km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best italian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Murrumbeena since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Honest Local — 56 Johnston Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $16-22 per person Best for: groups

Honest Local has been operating in Murrumbeena for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The crispy chicken ($18) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.

2. Gus’s — 257 Queen Parade, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: budget eaters

Gus’s has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The crispy chicken ($23) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

3. The Half Standard — 10 Johnston Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $10-20 per person Best for: the whole crew

The Half Standard has been operating in Murrumbeena for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($15) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 64 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Charles Street is usually fine.

Go for: The fish special ($14) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

4. Table — 302 Charles Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

Table has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 51 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Johnston Street is usually fine.

Don’t miss: The sourdough bread ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Come on a Tuesday for the quietest experience.

5. Social — 155 Station Drive, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) A local institution Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: a quiet table for two

Social has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 35 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Worth knowing: The mushroom pasta ($17) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: Parking is free on Charles Street after 6pm.

What Nobody Tells You About Murrumbeena

Neerim Road village has cafes and independent shops. Close to Caulfield Park. The best italian food options here reflect Murrumbeena’s character. If you’re living in or near Murrumbeena, 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.

6. Local — 245 Charles Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-24 per person Best for: budget eaters

Local has been operating in Murrumbeena for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the crispy chicken ($19) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Ask for: The crispy chicken ($19) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

7. Green Press — 213 Charles Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $16-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Green Press has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the pumpkin risotto ($18) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Plenty Avenue is usually fine.

Book ahead for: The pumpkin risotto ($19) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

8. New Store — 355 Queen Parade, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-23 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd

New Store has been operating in Murrumbeena for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. Street parking on Queen Parade is usually fine.

Start with: The mushroom pasta ($22) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Murrumbeena roaster — ask which one.

9. Good Room — 352 Queen Parade, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $14-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Good Room has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($16) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The lamb shoulder ($16) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

10. Oliver’s — 91 Plenty Avenue, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

Oliver’s has been operating in Murrumbeena for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the lamb shoulder ($12) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Get the: The lamb shoulder ($17) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: Parking is free on Queen Street after 6pm.

11. The Red Local — 224 Johnston Street, Murrumbeena VIC 3164

What it is: (italian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

The Red Local has been operating in Murrumbeena for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Order this: The fish special ($25) — the best version in Murrumbeena Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

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FAQ

What are the best best italian food options in Murrumbeena?

The Long Cellar is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Murrumbeena good for best italian food?

Yes. Murrumbeena has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Murrumbeena known for?

Neerim Road village has cafes and independent shops.

How far is Murrumbeena from Melbourne CBD?

Murrumbeena is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Look — Murrumbeena won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.

Last updated: March 2026