Italian Restaurants in Port Melbourne (2026)
Port Melbourne has 4 italian restaurants. Here is every verified option.
#1 Scarpetta — 149 Victoria Avenue
Italian
What makes it great: Walk into Scarpetta on any given Tuesday and the dining room is still half full. That says something. They do not call it authentic because that word has lost all meaning in Melbourne. They just cook Italian food the way it is supposed to taste. You will not Instagram it. You will remember it.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#1 The Gilroy — 317 Bay Street
Italian
What makes it great: You could walk past The Gilroy without noticing it. Regulars prefer it that way. The espresso at the end of the meal is not an afterthought here. Neither is the bread. You will not Instagram it. You will remember it.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#1 Assaggia
Italian
What makes it great: What separates Assaggia from the rest of this stretch is consistency. The espresso at the end of the meal is not an afterthought here. Neither is the bread. The kind of place you recommend without being asked.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
#1 Sassone Cucina Italiana
Italian
What makes it great: Sassone Cucina Italiana has been doing this since before Port Melbourne got its reputation. The pasta is made in the building — you can usually see it happening if you sit near the kitchen. The sauce has the depth that only comes from time, not shortcuts. Add it to your rotation. You will not regret it.
Source: OpenStreetMap + Google Places, verified March 2026
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Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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