Best Italian Restaurants in Werribee South Melbourne 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | The Common Press |
| Free highlight | Red Standard |
| Family-friendly | Green Cellar |
| Locals only | Luna Pantry |
| Indoor option | Lena’s |
We’ve tested every best italian food option in Werribee South to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Remy’s is the one everyone knows. High Corner is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Werribee South Beach and Shadowfax Winery define this semi-rural pocket south of Werribee. Werribee South sits in the Outer West corridor, 30-40km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best italian food scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Werribee South since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Remy House — 111 Market Lane, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 42 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Order this: The seasonal special ($21) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
2. Northern Room — 45 Ash Parade, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Hill Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Werribee South farmers market when it runs.
3. The Half Mill — 141 Hill Drive, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 33 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Werribee South roaster — ask which one.
4. Half Quarter — 372 Ash Parade, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The lamb shoulder ($18) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. Golden Kitchen — 15 Ash Parade, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) The one that surprised us Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: dates
The space seats about 50 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
What Werribee South Actually Is
Werribee South Beach and Shadowfax Winery define this semi-rural pocket south of Werribee. The best italian food options here reflect Werribee South’s character. If you’re living in or near Werribee South, 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. Pearl — 62 Victoria Terrace, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) A solid local spot Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 41 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
7. The Golden Quarter — 201 Victoria Terrace, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
8. New Quarter — 28 Creek Grove, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Worth the detour Cost: $10-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The house-made relish ($16) — solid
9. Sunny Mill — 290 Victoria Terrace, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-33 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 58 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Market Lane is usually fine.
10. Ash’s — 186 Hill Drive, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $17-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The house-made relish ($20) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Humble Place — 5 Ash Parade, Werribee South VIC 3148
What it is: (italian food) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
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FAQ
What are the best best italian food options in Werribee South?
The Common Press is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Werribee South good for best italian food?
Yes. Werribee South has 11+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Werribee South known for?
Werribee South Beach and Shadowfax Winery define this semi-rural pocket south of Werribee.
How far is Werribee South from Melbourne CBD?
Werribee South is 30-40km, 40-55min train, 35-45min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Werribee South is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.
Last updated: March 2026
