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Lygon Street Italian Precinct

 
Stroll along leafy Lygon Street and discover Little Italy – the place where Melbourne's famous cafe culture was born.

The home of Melbourne's Italian culture, Melbourne's 'Little Italy' buzzes day and night - there's a mix of outdoor dining, bars and traditional shops.

Take an evening stroll along Lygon Street and enjoy a gelati or an exquisite Italian cake, or dine in one of the many Italian restaurants.

 
Image of Toto's Pizza
The original Toto's Pizza was established in 1961 and serves old style pizzas, pastas, soups, risotto, steaks and salads. Houses a huge, family friendly, dining area. Takeaway and fast pizza delivery service is available.
Image of Koko Black Carlton
Koko Black has mastered the art of fine European chocolate making, offering indulgent moments and a luxurious experience beyond the everyday. The Carlton salon opens late to cater for the evening crowd in the busy Lygon Street precinct.
Image of Universal Italian Restaurant & Function Centre
Established in 1969, Universal restaurant on Lygon Street in Carlton is a perennial favourite for convivial dining with groups of family or friends.
Image of Readings Books & Music
Readings has been Melbourne’s preeminent independent bookstore and retailer of music and films for over four decades. Readings offers customers an outstanding range of products, from cutting-edge music and DVDs to classic texts.
Image of Little Italy Pasta House
Little Italy Pasta House offers 40 years experience in serving modern and traditional Italian dishes.
Image of Museo Italiano
Museo Italiano tells the story of the Italian community in Victoria, with a focus on Carlton. The Museo explores interactions between the Italian and non-Italian community and the nature of contemporary Italian Australian identity.
Image of La Mama Theatre
La Mama Theatre is a cosy, intimate theatre space that has been presenting and nurturing new Australian theatre since 1967.
Image of Cinema Nova
Cinema Nova is Melbourne's largest and most vibrant arthouse cinema complex. See the best new release arthouse films, together with upmarket commercial releases.
Image of Grinder's Coffee
The Grinders Coffee original Melbourne retail store has played a pivotal role in Australia's booming love affair with coffee.
Image of Casa Del Gelato
Casa del Gelato is Australia’s first and longest-standing ice cream boutique. We have been serving delicious gelati since 1980. It is all made daily, with the freshest fruit and natural ingredients.
Image of Bottega Shoes
Beautiful Shoes from Europe. Since 1973, Bottega Shoes has been Carlton’s destination for the finest European footwear. Many stocked items are exclusive to us. All styles are imported in sizes 36 to 41 and most are leather-lined.
Image of Eastern Market Capela
An extraordinary clothing shop hidden in a 100 year old chapel, Eastern Market lends substance to the expression “Marvellous Melbourne”. Stocks “rare” clothing collections from Europe, UK and Japan, women’s and men’s wear.
Image of Front Cooking School and Front Bistro
Front Bistro is located in a magnificent restored Victorian mansion. Our beautiful fusion tapas will certainly make an impression.

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