Best Italian Restaurants in Strathmore Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | Mia Cellar |
| Zero-cost winner | Iris Post |
| Kid-approved | Sunny Place |
| Under the radar | River’s |
| Wet day saviour | The Golden Yard |
We’ve tested every best italian food option in Strathmore to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Pearl is the one everyone knows. Rosa is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.50-5.00, dinner at $22-38. Leafy residential suburb with a strong sense of community. Strathmore sits in the Middle North corridor, 9-20km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best italian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Strathmore since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Ash — 282 King Crescent, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $8-13 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. The Northern Union — 197 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) A quiet achiever Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Elm Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Strathmore farmers market when it runs.
3. Oliver’s — 342 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 40 and fills on weekends. Street parking on King Crescent is usually fine.
4. Rex Works — 53 Main Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 59 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
5. Vera Post — 157 Plenty Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Plenty Grove is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Why Strathmore Is Worth Knowing
Leafy residential suburb with a strong sense of community. Strathmore Primary is highly rated. The best italian food options here reflect Strathmore’s character. For Strathmore 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.
6. Golden House — 376 Plenty Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-14 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 58 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Church Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
7. The Old Standard — 252 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) No-frills excellence Cost: $9-15 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 48 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Corner — 50 Main Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $13-26 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The space seats about 39 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Plenty Grove is usually fine.
9. The Sunny Local — 330 Main Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $13-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 65 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Bright Local — 240 Church Drive, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 30 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Honest Standard — 224 King Crescent, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 50 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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FAQ
What are the best best italian food options in Strathmore?
Mia Cellar is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Strathmore good for best italian food?
Yes. Strathmore has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Strathmore known for?
Leafy residential suburb with a strong sense of community.
How far is Strathmore from Melbourne CBD?
Strathmore is 9-20km, 18-38min train, 15-28min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
