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  • A dish of saffron infused risotto, a glass of red wine and two slices of bread on a marble topped table.
  • Looking down at a bowl of filled pasta, resting in a rich dark sauce.
  • Looking down at ricotta filled cannoli or a green tray, garnished with pistachio nuts.
  • The basement dining room of Caterina's restaurant with warm and soft lighting, tables set for service, and small spotlit paintings on the walls.

Caterina's Cucina e Bar

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  • Fine dining

Caterina’s is testament that pure flavours and simplicity go hand in hand. Chef Marcello, a northerner, ensures authenticity by also drawing upon central and southern dishes.

Enter the underground dining room via large Art Deco gates where the wait staff, known for their discretion, look after a corporate clientele, as well as foodies. Lunch can be a lengthy affair or done simply 'espresso' style.

The dining room is classical with Venetian masks, antique pieces and industrial mirrors. Tablecloths signal tradition; bare marble tops incorporate informality.

An extensive menu is listed and recited. Classics include i crudi, pansoti, polenta and game. Vitello tonnato is a classic, wet roasted capretto and rabbit on buckwheat polenta mirrors regional food. Vegetarian dishes are given respect, relying on varying risotti including white asparagus. Nonna Stella's obligatory grappino and crostoli sets the tone.

Over 500 Italian, French and Australian wines are offered by the bottle.

Hours

Day Times
Monday
  • 12pm - 3pm 12pm - 3pm
Tuesday
  • 12pm - 3pm 12pm - 3pm
Wednesday
  • 12pm - 3pm 12pm - 3pm
Thursday
  • 12pm - 3pm 12pm - 3pm
Friday
  • 12pm - 3pm 12pm - 3pm
Saturday
  • Closed
Sunday
  • Closed

Location

Basement
221 Queen St
Melbourne 3000

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  • telephone number: 03 9670 8488
  • email address: info@caterinas.com.au
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