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How we read reviews →A candlelit Manchester Lane trattoria where truffle pappardelle and four-cheese gnocchi draw queues most nights.
Warm, dimly lit and romantic, with rustic Italian decor packed into a narrow CBD laneway. intimate but loud when full, which is most nights.
A small kitchen turning out consistently praised handmade pasta, candlelit laneway seating, and staff who'll seat walk-ins when tables free up despite being reservation-first.
Reviewers repeatedly describe the food as authentic Italian, with several international visitors and Italian speakers rating it among Melbourne's best.
Reviewers consistently call pricing fair to reasonable for the portion sizes and quality, especially for CBD Italian.
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