Restaurant
Borchelli Ristorante
18 Mitchell St, Bendigo VIC 3550, Australia
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18 Mitchell St, Bendigo VIC 3550, Australia
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Red checkered tablecloths, crochet blankets on chairs, and hearty plates make this Bendigo classic feel like home. Regulars pack both levels for comforting Italian dishes served without fuss. The shared Pasta Misto platter lets your table sample three varieties at once—often teaming rich gnocchi quattro formaggi with squid ink Risotto Nero and freshly baked focaccia. Finish with an airy espresso-soaked tiramisu.
- Pasta Misto Platters: Tables frequently share a trio platter of three pastas or risottos, like creamy gnocchi and squid ink risotto.
- Rustic Trattoria Charm: Two dining levels feature red checkered tablecloths, vintage touches, and crochet blankets over chairs.
What's On at Borchelli Ristorante
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Borchelli Ristorante
Discover why locals and visitors turn to Borchelli Ristorante for comforting pasta, shared platters, and inviting European ambiance.
Authentic Comforting Italian Mainstays
Borchelli prepares classic Italian mains like bolognese, Tuscan roast chicken, and hand-rolled pasta dishes with rich, balanced flavors in generous portions.
Everything tasted authentic and well-balanced, with a very traditional Italian feel. Nothing overly fancy, just solid, comforting dishes done right.
it's Emma Generous Portions and Fair Value
Diners enjoy high-quality dishes, substantial pasta servings, and fresh seafood at fair price points in the heart of town.
Service was fast and friendly, and the prices were very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes.
Darren Martin The Pasta Misto Trio Tasting
The Pasta Misto selection allows diners to sample three different pasta and risotto creations across one table.
The Pasta Misto (selection of 3 pastas) was a great choice - the Gnocchi Quattro was absolutely to die for and the Fettuccine Salmone was full of flavour.
Ruchita Pandey Standout Indulgent Desserts
Traditional dessert options like house-made panna cotta, lemon tart, and tiramisu provide a memorable finish to Italian dinners.
The panna cotta was amazing, and the lemon tart was easily one of the best desserts I’ve ever had.
A R Versatile Multi-Level Setting for Gatherings
Multi-level dining spans an intimate downstairs room and an energetic, spacious upstairs floor suited for birthdays and family dinners.
We initially thought it was just the small cozy space downstairs but we were sat at a table upstairs where it’s even more lively and much larger but it doesn’t lose its cozy vibes.
Anna G Classic European Trattoria Atmosphere
Charming European trattoria accents—from classic red checkered tablecloths to tapestries and thoughtful blankets—create an inviting space for group meals.
The decor here has a charming classic European style, with tapestries on the seats and classic red checkered tablecloths adding a warm and cozy feel.
Chongkai Sun
Most popular items
Signature handmade pastas, risottos, and specialties
Pasta Misto
The Pasta Misto (selection of 3 pastas) was a great choice
Ruchita Pandey Risotto Nero
My top recommendation is the Risotto Nero, the combination of seafood and fragrant squid ink is absolutely fantastic
Chongkai Sun Herbed Crêpes
這是我吃過最驚艷的料理
Charlotte Tsai Gnocchi Quattro Formaggi
the Gnocchi Quattro was absolutely to die for
Ruchita Pandey
Other favorites
House-made desserts and traditional sides to round out your meal
Tiramisu
超好吃一定要點，上層慕斯非常滑順，整體味道都剛剛好
Charlotte Tsai Panna Cotta
The panna cotta was amazing
A R Lemon Tart
the lemon tart was easily one of the best desserts I’ve ever had
A R Focaccia
the focaccia is one of the best I’ve had
Kieran Kenny
Before you head over
Practical tips on reservations, seating layouts, and sharing plates for your visit.
Book ahead for peak hours
Tables fill up quickly even on weeknights, so reserving in advance is strongly advised to secure seating across the ground floor or upstairs dining area.
Consider space on footpath tables
Outdoor pavement seating is available on short notice when inside is full, but tables are compact and fill up quickly when sharing multiple dishes.
Order the Pasta Misto for sharing
If you want to sample several house specialties without over-ordering, opt for the Pasta Misto combination platter sized for two to three diners to share.
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