New search3 ranked Italian dishes8,081+ reviews analysedUpdated 2026-09-02
Italian restaurantsin South Melbourne
The strongest Italian places in South Melbourne, organised by the dishes people actually search for: Pasta, Parma and pizza.
Ranked dishes
3
Reviews analysed
8,081+
Winning restaurants
3
Best dishes
Italian rankings in South Melbourne
Review-backed picks
Best Pasta
Best Pasta in South Melbourne
Italian · South Melbourne
Park Street Pasta & Wine
The Pappardelle pasta, featuring a rich blend of sausage, rabbit and veal, is consistently praised for its intensely flavourful combination and expertly rendered textures, with reviewers noting the prawns in the Cappellacci are particularly succulent and retain their full flavour. However, some diners suggest that portions can be generous, advising consideration of size when ordering, alongside the delicious lemon butter sauce accompanying the seafood pasta.
Mentions
23
Sentiment
78%
Reviews
4,446+
Best Parma
Best Parma in South Melbourne
Italian · South Melbourne
LUSH 2.0 Rooftop & Bar South Melbourne
The Mexican Parma at LUSH 2. 0 Rooftop & Bar is a particular highlight, frequently praised for its deliciousness and the use of real chicken rather than compressed alternatives – a welcome change from typical offerings.
Mentions
6
Sentiment
100%
Reviews
1,983+
Best pizza
Best pizza in South Melbourne
Italian · South Melbourne
Liberty Slices South Melbourne
Liberty Slices in South Melbourne is delivering satisfying pizzas, frequently praised for their generous topping combinations and perfectly crisp bases. Many reviewers highlight the quality of the ingredients – particularly noting a preference for the vibrant tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella – suggesting this spot caters well to families and groups seeking a casual, flavour-packed meal.
Mentions
46
Sentiment
93%
Reviews
1,652+
Dish guides
Pirate Life South Melbourne
Best steak by location
Pirate Life South Melbourne leads the steak ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 37 locations from one hub.
Park Street Pasta & Wine
Best Pasta by location
Park Street Pasta & Wine leads the Pasta ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 23 locations from one hub.
South Melbourne Fish and Chips
Best scallops by location
South Melbourne Fish and Chips leads the scallops ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 24 locations from one hub.
Pho Vietnam Yummy
Best chả giò by location
Pho Vietnam Yummy leads the chả giò ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 51 locations from one hub.
South Melbourne Fish and Chips
Best Fish & Chips by location
South Melbourne Fish and Chips leads the Fish & Chips ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 13 locations from one hub.
Hunger Valley
Best Fried Chicken by location
Hunger Valley leads the Fried Chicken ranking in South Melbourne. Compare 36 locations from one hub.
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