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Bottega Restaurant

74 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 62 people

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Find Bottega Restaurant

74 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 3 9654 2252
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bottega Restaurant

Bourke Street dining stripped of typical CBD noise—Bottega gives you a low-lit refuge where quiet conversation actually holds. Theatre regulars know the routine: settle into a booth for wagyu carpaccio shaved paper-thin with truffle and Parmigiano-Reggiano, followed by octopus ravioli pooled in ’nduja butter. Floor staff read the room with ease, pacing plates cleanly against an eight o'clock curtain call or slipping over a handwritten card for an anniversary without missing a beat.

  • Signature Carpaccio: Paper-thin wagyu accented with truffle dressing and aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.
  • Handcrafted Primi: Handmade pasta selections featuring Western Australian octopus ravioli tossed in 'nduja butter.
  • Pre-Theatre Pacing: Time-calibrated dinner service coordinated smoothly around nearby theatre curtain calls.
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What's On at Bottega Restaurant

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

Why Diners Choose Bottega

From precision pre-theatre pacing to secluded private dining, experience why Bourke Street books Bottega—secure your table today.

  • Paced for Showtimes

    Multi-course dining synchronized precisely to CBD curtain calls ensures guests make theatre showtimes without rushing.

    had us out the door by the time we asked to catch a show

    Alice

  • Primed for East End Theatres

    Positioned right by East End stages, Bottega pairs tailored pre-theatre portions with effortless access to CBD theatres.

    Pre-theatre menu was extensive and perfect portion sizes before attending Sunset Boulevard around the corner.

    Troy Hughes

  • Flexible Private Group Hosting

    Dedicated private spaces comfortably host large business dinners, accommodating staggered arrivals and bespoke dietary needs with ease.

    with lots of attendees joining the dinner meeting at different times and with various dietary needs, she navigated it all seamlessly.

    Sarah H

  • Dedicated Event Coordination

    Event hosts benefit from communicative planning and dedicated function spaces configured smoothly for celebrations and gatherings.

    The events staff were perfect to deal with - so helpful, responsive and friendly.

    Deborah Vaughan

  • Thoughtful Milestone Celebrations

    Guests marking birthdays and milestones experience heartfelt hospitality, complete with intuitive service and personalized welcoming gestures.

    Also the little postcard from the team to celebrate my birthday was a sweet gesture!

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Serene Escape from City Bustle

    Subdued ambient lighting and controlled acoustics offer a serene retreat from noisy, high-turnover city restaurants.

    It was a nice change from the other restaurants we have visited which where great but a bit more chaotic

    Terri Griffin

Guest-favourite dishes and specialized hospitality offerings.

  • Pre-Theatre Menu

    Pre-theatre menu was extensive and perfect portion sizes before attending Sunset Boulevard around the corner.

    Troy Hughes

  • Private Dining Rooms

    I hosted a group in one of Bottega's private dining rooms and it was a wonderful experience.

    Deborah Vaughan

  • Carpaccio di Wagyu

    My favourite was the Carpaccio di wagyu. The quality of the wagyu (the meatiness), the thin slices and the prominent flavour of the truffle was delicious.

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Braised Lamb Shoulder

    My braised lamb shoulder was 'melt in your mouth' and my dessert with quinces was a little work of art.

    Linda Constable

Other favorites

Curated starters, desserts, and drinks that complete the Bottega dining experience.

  • Fig Burrata

    Great fig burrata.

    The Gollys

  • Espresso Martinis

    Excellent espresso martinis are a great way to commence the evening.

    Adriano Di Prato

  • Thoughtful Wine List

    the wine list was (once again) thoughtful and so so yummy.

    mercy fun

  • Quince Dessert

    my dessert with quinces was a little work of art.

    Linda Constable

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches tailored for intimate milestones and effortless evenings—reserve your table to experience them firsthand.

  • Handwritten Milestone Notes

    Celebratory tables receive thoughtful personal gestures, including handwritten postcards from the staff to commemorate birthdays.

  • Curtain-Calibrated Service

    Guests dining before a show receive carefully paced courses to ensure they are comfortably out the door right on schedule.

  • Fluid Group & Dietary Accommodation

    Private gatherings receive adaptable floor care that smoothly accommodates staggered arrival times and varying dietary needs.

  • Dedicated Event Coordination

    Event bookings are guided by attentive event coordinators who ensure smooth, personalized planning from setup to dessert.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on booking, timing, and private hosting. Reserve your table today for an effortlessly paced meal on Bourke Street.

  • Book in Advance for Peak Weekend Hours

    Reservations fill quickly, particularly Friday through Sunday. Booking ahead secures prime seating, such as front window spots, and guarantees an unhurried, intimate dining experience.

  • Specify Curtain Times for Pre-Theatre Pacing

    If attending a show around the corner, opt for the tailored pre-theatre menu and communicate your curtain time so the team can pace your courses to have you out the door on schedule.

  • Reserve Private Rooms for Coordinated Group Dining

    For large celebrations or business dinners with staggered guest arrivals and specific dietary needs, book a dedicated private room overlooking Bourke Street for tailored coordination.

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