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How we read reviews →Ivanhoe's favourite Italian trattoria. handmade gnocchi, seafood linguine and date-night charm in a cosy suburb setting.
A warmly lit, cosy Italian trattoria in Ivanhoe with a beautiful heritage building interior. Occasional live music evenings add to the European dining room atmosphere. The vibe suits lingering dinners and couples who want to feel like they've stepped into a neighbourhood restaurant in Italy.
Monday gnocchi nights are a dedicated event drawing regulars. A 'feed me' banquet option added to the menu for indecisive diners. Seasonal menu that rotates. Live music evenings noted by multiple reviewers. Outstanding wine list with Nick (host/manager) providing expert recommendations. Limoncello spritz poured with notable generosity. $35 lunch special (two courses) praised as exceptional value.
Genuine Italian trattoria cooking with dishes like beef carpaccio, linguine con vongole, Sicilian-style pizza, panna cotta and cannoli. Several Italian diners confirm the authenticity, and the food is endorsed by reviewers who visited with Italian friends.
Dinner mains circa $30-35 per head are considered very good value for the quality. The $35 lunch special is widely praised as an excellent deal. The shared plates banquet at $78pp suits celebrations. One reviewer calculated a satisfying three-course dinner for three at $70 per person.
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