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Carlucci's Restaurant

134 James St, Templestowe VIC 3095, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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Find Carlucci's Restaurant

134 James St, Templestowe VIC 3095, Australia

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+61 3 9846 7963
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Carlucci's Restaurant

A vibrant Templestowe fixture where generous Italian-leaning plates meet buzzing, late-night neighborhood energy. Regulars drop in for hefty chicken parmigianas topped with bubbling cheese, creamy pasta bowls, and tender open souvlaki platters alongside strong espresso. The covered outdoor terrace stays comfortable across all seasons with warm overhead heaters and mist cooling. Desserts fill the display shelf late into the evening—a casual stop for hot coffee and a slice of bread and butter pudding.

  • All-Weather Alfresco Terrace: The outdoor dining terrace features active mist cooling systems for summer heat and overhead heaters during cooler months.
  • Built for Big Gatherings: Banquets accommodate big milestone celebrations with generous sharing portions and celebration cakes made in-house to order.
  • Late-Night Dessert & Coffee: Open late for evening espresso, shelf desserts, and post-dinner catch-ups.
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Key Advantages of Carlucci's Restaurant

Why diners choose Carlucci's for gatherings, all-weather dining, and late-night visits

  • Effortless Large Group Celebrations

    Carlucci's comfortably accommodates milestone functions and large party bookings with generous hospitality and prompt service.

    We had a party of 25 and nothing was too much!

    Jen Williams

  • Abundant Catering for Milestone Gatherings

    Portion sizes are exceptionally generous, ensuring every guest at large table gatherings leaves fully satisfied with ample food to share.

    The servings were huge, many people took leftovers home

    Graeme Forbes

  • Mist-Cooled Outdoor Dining in Warm Weather

    The outdoor dining area features an active mist cooling system that maintains guest comfort even during warm Melbourne days.

    offering a relaxing atmosphere with a mist cooling system that keeps it comfortable even on hot days.

    Danee H

  • All-Weather Alfresco Comfort

    Guests enjoy dedicated alfresco dining with overhead cooling infrastructure designed to keep the terrace comfortable.

    They have a cool mist flowing above to keep their guests cool on a hot day.

    Nives Torresi

  • In-House Celebration Cakes for Events

    Event organizers can pre-order custom celebration cakes prepared directly in-house at accessible set prices.

    It’s also great they make cakes in house at a very reasonable price which can be pre ordered.

    Edith Cinc

  • Late-Night Desserts and Coffee

    Extended evening trading hours offer a dedicated destination for late-night coffee, sweets, and relaxed socializing.

    great place to hang out late at night with your friends

    Sami Ra

Generous crowd-pleasing mains and signature specialties

  • Chicken parmigiana

    The chicken parmigiana was massive, perfectly golden, and smothered in a thick layer of melted cheese.

    Neda Azimi

  • Open souvlaki platter

    the open souvlaki platter featured perfectly seasoned meat, fresh salad, and warm pita bread

    Neda Azimi

  • Salmon pizza

    I highly recommend trying the salmon pizza.

    Joseph

  • Garlic prawns

    I had the garlic prawns and they were the best I have ever had.

    Sandra Langelaan

Other favorites

Desserts, custom cakes, and daytime café favourites

  • In-house celebration cakes

    It’s also great they make cakes in house at a very reasonable price which can be pre ordered. Such a great idea and it was delicious.

    Edith Cinc

  • Bread and Butter pudding

    really recommend the Bread and Butter pudding

    Loz -

  • Mocha

    Coffee was V good. I normally have a Mocha. It tasted like chocolate was used, not chocolate powder.

    James Wong

  • Acai bowl

    The bowl was incredible and the coffee perfect...

    Stephen Glase

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable details that elevate casual visits and milestone celebrations.

  • House-Made Pre-Order Celebration Cakes

    Pre-order custom event cakes made directly in-house at a reasonable price point for birthdays and special gatherings, removing the need for outside desserts.

  • Misting-Cooled Alfresco Terrace

    Dine outside comfortably in warmer weather under overhead fine misting systems designed to keep the alfresco terrace cool.

  • Custom Anniversary and Milestone Table Styling

    Staff accommodate advance table styling for milestone dinners, setting up customer-supplied flowers and personalized decorations before guests arrive.

  • Closing-Time Table-Side Menu Consultations

    Even when guests arrive right as the kitchen is closing, staff sit down table-side to guide menu choices with welcoming hospitality.

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering, outdoor dining, and milestone planning at Carlucci's.

  • Prepare for Generous Servings

    Servings are notably generous across dishes like the parmigiana and pastas, so plan for hearty portions or bringing home leftovers.

  • Take Advantage of All-Weather Alfresco

    The alfresco seating includes mist cooling for warm days and overhead heaters for cooler evenings, making outdoor dining comfortable year-round.

  • Pre-Order In-House Celebration Cakes

    When organizing milestones or birthdays, consider pre-ordering celebration cakes prepared in-house at fixed pricing directly with the restaurant.

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