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Da Noi

95 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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95 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 3 9866 5975
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Da Noi

Da Noi strips away standard Italian menus in favour of a daily Sardinian feast built around harvest from the owner's regional farm. The kitchen asks only about your dietary needs before sending out bespoke courses—think house-cured salumi, handmade pasta, and succulent roasted duck or maialetto. Regulars treat the intimate South Yarra dining room more like a friend's private townhouse than a restaurant, settling in beside the fireplace with a glass of crisp regional Vermentino.

  • Chef-led surprise degustation: Courses arrive without a printed list, shaped directly by the day's harvest and tailored seamlessly around vegan or gluten-free requirements.
  • Regional farm-to-table sourcing: Pork, cured meats, and seasonal vegetables come straight from the family's farm outside Melbourne.
  • Dedicated Sardinian wine program: A curated cellar showcasing regional bottles, including sparkling Vermentino and robust island reds.
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Why Diners Choose Da Noi

Discover why guests choose Da Noi for farm-direct Sardinian degustations and intimate celebrations

  • Spontaneous Chef-Led Degustation

    Diners surrender menu decisions to the kitchen, receiving bespoke multi-course surprise tastings crafted directly around seasonal produce and personal preferences.

    A spectacular 7 course degustation menu - handcrafted by the chef just for us - what a special evening.

    Anna Marshall

  • Direct Farm-to-Table Provenance

    Dishes are centered around fresh, paddock-to-plate produce, heritage meats, and cured goods sourced straight from the owner's regional farm.

    We were told it was mostly sourced from a farm owned by the family a few hours out of town.

    Peter Bath

  • Bespoke Plant-Based Tasting Menus

    The kitchen seamlessly develops complete plant-based multi-course tasting menus on the spot without diminishing Italian culinary creativity.

    My partner and I both enjoyed a five course set menu (mine vegan and his not) with zero stress about figuring out safe options.

    Lorna Pellegrino

  • Rigorous Allergy and Dietary Inclusivity

    Strict dietary needs such as gluten intolerance and severe allergies are safely handled without compromising on handmade pasta textures and flavors.

    I’m gluten intolerant and after one too many disappointing GF pastas I usually avoid Italian food, but they were very accommodating and the pasta was a highlight.

    Felicity Watson

  • Warm, Fireplace-Lit Atmosphere

    A cozy dining room with an inviting fireplace creates a welcoming, living-room feel well suited for intimate milestone dinners and romantic evenings.

    The place was lovely,cosy,warm(fireplace)&homely.

    Pang Leaw

  • Milestone Celebration Sanctuary

    The personal, unhurried pace and thoughtful hospitality make special personal occasions feel curated and memorable.

    We recently had the chef's menu dinner to celebrate our anniversary.

    Laura Nath

Signature surprise courses and handcrafted Sardinian specialties

  • Chef's Tasting Menu

    Choose the 6-course tasting menu (only $135!) or build your own combination of starter, pasta, and main.

    Valentina Corsi

  • House Ragu

    The ragu was exceptional, cheesy and buttery.

    S R

  • Roasted Duck

    The duck was a real standout. Beautifully cooked, incredibly succulent, and full of flavour that you can tell comes from proper care in the kitchen and seriously good produce.

    Harry Moutzouris

  • Maialetto

    The maialetto was to die for!

    AiNe eNiA

Other favorites

Regional Sardinian pours, farm-cured starters, and traditional sweets

  • Classic Tiramisu

    The classic tiramisu was exactly that — classic in the best way.

    서동훈

  • Vermentino Wine

    In keeping with the Sardinian heritage, Vermentino features heavily

    Peter Bath

  • Farm Charcuterie Board

    charcuterie board par excellence - farm raised meat from the owner’s farm 2 hours from Melbourne.

    Anna Marshall

  • Sardinian Beer

    try the Sardinian Beer AA+.

    Dylan Kilner

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches that define the Da Noi dining experience

  • Chef's Discretion Surprise Courses

    Instead of ordering from a standard printed menu, guests discuss dietary preferences and allergies before the kitchen curates an unscripted multi-course surprise dinner.

  • Parallel Dietary Degustations

    Vegan, seafood-free, and gluten-intolerant guests receive individually tailored multi-course degustations crafted with the same creative attention as standard menus.

  • Farm-Direct Paddock-to-Plate Sourcing

    Dinners are built around charcuterie, meats, and seasonal vegetables transported directly from the family's farm outside Melbourne.

  • Curated Regional Sardinian Pairings

    The beverage program highlights regional Sardinian winemaking, including pours of Vermentino and sparkling regional varietals paired specifically to courses.

Before you head over

Practical guidance for navigating the surprise tasting format, dietary options, and table bookings at Da Noi

  • Embrace the Surprise Degustation Format

    There is no fixed dish list—courses are built around seasonal farm produce and surprise reveals, so come prepared to share your preferences or dietary constraints up front and let the kitchen curate your meal.

  • Communicate Dietary Requirements Freely

    The kitchen actively customizes multi-course menus for vegan, gluten-free, and seafood allergies without compromising quality; simply state your requirements when ordering.

  • Reserve Ahead and Request Prime Seating

    For lunch or dinner, secure a reservation in advance if you want specific seating like the window table, especially given the cosy boutique dining room.

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