Experts' Choice Award Grossi Florentino
What the experts agree on
Melbourne's iconic Italian fine-dining destination since 1928, split between an elegant upstairs dining room with creative dishes and a casual downstairs bistro serving hearty classics. Flawlessly executed cuisine and attentive service make it
Fodor's "Since 1928, dining at Florentino has meant experiencing the pinnacle of Melbourne hospitality." Full review
Time Out "Offers a smaller and much less sophisticated menu...but by god, she's hard to beat in the satisfaction stakes. The emphasis here is on hearty Italian creations at reasonable prices." Full review
Time Out "At chef Guy Grossi’s ristorante they charge your glass with a sacrificial drop from the bottle." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Definitely one for that special occasion: the rich modern Italian food served by attentive staff in the fin-de-siècle Mural Room is memorable."
Rough Guide "A Melbourne institution."
Condé Nast Traveler "Look no further than this fine-dining stalwart in Chinatown for flawlessly executed Italian dishes that toe the line between creative and comforting." Full review
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The six-course "Gran Tour" never disappoints, but picky eaters may prefer to choose the three-course prix-fixe instead.
Frommer's "This is probably the best Italian restaurant in Melbourne. It has a casual bistro downstairs, next to the Cellar Bar; upstairs is the fine-dining restaurant, with its chandeliers and murals." Full review
