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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Lupino is our go to when we are in Melbourne. The service is always fabulous, the food is absolutely delicious, good choice of beer and wine too. We have taken friends, family, and even our children when they were young for dinner there and everyone...loves it. Great menu choices and it has a good vibe without being so loud you can’t have a conversation. I love the gnocchi and the crumbed veal and the fried cauliflower this time was amazing. Have been coming here for years and will continue too!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 1 November 2023

Perfect location before our evening at the theatre, made even better by the service and attentiveness given by the wait staff. Food was also very good and prepared and served within good time.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 29 October 2023

We had the most incredible meal at Lupino's tonight. Lisa was amazing as were all the staff. So professional and friendly. My husband had the spaghetti with prawns and I had the snapper. So fresh and so delicious. The side dishes of garlic and herb...potatoes and the bread added to the enjoyment. We sat outside with our lovely glasses of wine and soaked up the ambience.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 13 September 2023 via mobile

It is hard to know what this place is called as there is only a symbol outside but it is worth finding. Menu is not too big but there were a few specials. We shared some croquettes and arancini which were yum and then we...both had the sausage pasta Special which was amazing. Attentive service and a great mid week meal.More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 9 June 2023

We have been coming to this restaurant for years and has always been great. On a recent visit, we dined on the Friday night as a group of 8 celebrating a milestone birthday. Everything was faultless, in particular our hostess. Being from Sydney, four of...us were still here on Monday and despite the plethora of choice, chose to return here for lunch. Best Gnocchi I have had anywhere in the world and the crumbed Veal was awesome as was the affogato. When you're on a good thing stick to it and we will when we return again next week.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 5 March 2023 via mobile

Tucked away in Little Collins st. Lupino’s was fantastic. Beautiful food and really reasonable prices. The staff were lovely and the service was fast and friendly. A absolute stunner.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 19 January 2023 via mobile

We celebrated my birthday at Lupino’s and they didn’t disappoint. The pasta with leeks and shrimp was delicious and very light. And the tiramisu was to die for!

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed 12 January 2023 via mobile

A relaxed Italian restaurant with a homely hum to it, it is our go to restaurant when we have a city stay. We have never found fault here, the service is attentive and prompt and this time some advice from Lisa about menu choices was...spot on. Thanks. My pork loin chop was delicious. The menu is not huge but everything is well prepared and not overly constructed. We like that. A good wine list with a large selection of Italian reds across the spectrum of prices. You can have a conversation at your table as the noise level is reasonable and you see what is happening in the kitchen as it is open to the main dining area.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 15 December 2022

We had a delicious early evening meal in this relaxed Italian bistro. The menu was small but well curated, staff friendly and attentive and the food was delicious. We both had the specials, I had pork fillet in prosciutto and my husband the baby snapper....Flavours were well balanced and the pork melted in the mouth. A panacotta with rhubarb and crushed amaretti finished the meal nicely. We will be back next time we are in the CBD.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 8 October 2022

A regular visitor to Melbourne, but my first time visiting this amazing Italian. Authentic, wholesome Italian fare and wonderful service. Was so great I tried to book again for dinner later in the week, but unfortunately there was no availability, so book ahead!

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed 21 July 2022 via mobile

Twice in one week, that’s how good! Veal is amazing and oil with chilli is addictive. Can’t fault it and can’t wait to go back soon

Date of visit: July 2022
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Reviewed 7 May 2022

Lupino unfortunately underdelivers. I make better pasta and risotto at home for a much lower cost. It was also freezing inside the restaurant this evening. The good thing about the place was the hard working and friendly waitress.

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed 29 March 2022

Lupino Bistro and Bar staff were friendly and service was great even during these times of limited staff. The seating was well spaced out allowing privacy between tables. The food was fabulous, and I really enjoyed the Prawn linguine. They also have a great wine...selection.More

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 23 March 2022

Early dinner before Theatre. Manager and the team welcoming and great service. Mouth watering. Great menu and wine selection. I will come back to this gem of a Restaurant.

Date of visit: March 2022
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Reviewed 22 March 2022

This is one of my favourite places to visit in the CBD, because, in addition to the very beautiful food, the owner is always so welcoming, making everyone feel like a long lost friend. I've tried most things on the menu, and would always recommend...the pasta specials....they are next level.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Yes Lupino does have gluten free options. It was not something we required, and the regular menu is not vast, so their may be only one or two items that would fit the bill, or that could be adapted, but staff are always... More
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Lupino Bistro and Bar is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5