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Di Palma's

684-690 High St, Kew East VIC 3102, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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Find Di Palma's

684-690 High St, Kew East VIC 3102, Australia

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+61 3 9859 8999
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Di Palma's

Di Palma’s nails suburban Italian hospitality with crisp white tablecloths, hushed acoustics, and generous neighborhood warmth. Regulars head straight for the slow-braised lamb ragu over pillowy gnocchi or house pizzas dressed right out to the crust edge. Milestone family dinners take over the private ground-floor cellar room around one long table, accompanied by crisp arancini and a finish of classic espresso-soaked tiramisu.

  • Step-free private cellar room: A ground-floor dining room with terracotta-toned walls seats large groups around a single communal table with zero steps to navigate.
  • Edge-to-edge pizza toppings: Pizzas skip wide bare cornicione rings, spreading sauce and toppings right to the rim.
  • Low-noise, linen-clad tables: Soft lighting, linen table settings, and acoustic buffering keep conversation effortless without competing against dining room din.
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Why Dine at Di Palma's

Discover why multi-generational families and intimate diners choose Di Palma's for classic Italian hospitality.

  • Private Cellar Gatherings on the Main Floor

    Large milestone parties can reserve the main-floor Cellar Room to gather around a single table without negotiating stairs, ensuring multi-generational comfort.

    We were seated comfortably around one big table in a room with rendered terracotta coloured walls, happily without having lots of stairs to climb (main floor)

    Cate Dowling

  • Considerate Care for Elderly Guests

    Staff provide dedicated physical assistance and considerate coordination so elderly guests with mobility aids feel completely welcomed and safe.

    The staff went ABOVE AND BEYOND right from the word go to make dinner accessible and special.

    Miriam

  • Memorable Milestone Reassurance

    Guests experience deep peace of mind knowing family milestones receive hands-on personal hospitality directly from management and owners.

    Dad had a fantastic and memorable night. Thanks to John, and particularly Angela, for making the occasion wonderful.

    Peter Cargin

  • Relaxed, Low-Noise Intimacy

    Acoustic-dampening decor and carpeted layouts allow diners to converse naturally and unhurriedly without competing against intrusive restaurant din.

    Really appreciate the low-light, low-noise interior. Very intimate.

    Michael Woodburn

  • Edge-to-Edge Pizza Toppings

    Pizzas are prepared by stretching toppings and sauce all the way to the rim, avoiding bare outer rings of dough.

    I love that you take the ingredients right to the edge of the pizza. Unlike most places it's just a massive ring of bare dough

    Sandra Iacobucci

  • Individual Private Restroom Suites

    Guest amenities feature individual, fully self-contained private washrooms instead of shared multi-stall cubicles.

    Instead of little cubicles, these are individual rooms so it isn't like sharing space with anyone.

    June Lau

Customer favorites and traditional comfort classics

  • Gnocchi al Ragu di Agnello

    Gnocchi al Ragu di Agnello - tasted great

    Shayan Soroush

  • Steak

    Perfect steak just how I asked for it.

    Alexandra Murphy

  • Pizza

    I love that you take the ingredients right to the edge of the pizza.

    Sandra Iacobucci

  • Arancini

    Arancini - phenomenal

    Shayan Soroush

Other favorites

Desserts and starters to complement traditional Italian dining

  • Tiramisu

    tiramisu. Delicious!

    Niz Mustapha

  • Focaccia

    the pizza dough focaccias were great

    John “Lennardo” Harris

  • Panna Cotta

    panna cotta, which is also just as delicious

    Phil Tad

  • Sticky Date Pudding

    sticky date pudding was light and fluffy with lots of sauce, it was delicious

    Sandra Matthews

Beyond the menu

Attentive touches and thoughtful hospitality details observed at Di Palma's.

  • Hands-on Mobility & Arrival Care

    Staff assist patrons with mobility challenges by reserving easy-access tables, securing close collection parking, and providing physical accompaniment to the vehicle.

  • Owner Milestone Greetings

    Owners personally visit private celebration tables to greet guests and celebrate milestone occasions.

  • Step-Free Cellar Dining

    Private dining spaces such as the Cellar Room accommodate large parties on a single level around one big table without stairs.

  • Self-Contained Private Restrooms

    Individual, fully self-contained private rooms replace conventional shared multi-stall restroom cubicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Booking ahead is highly recommended, especially for weekend dinner service, as the dining room fills up quickly. Reservations are accepted.

Is there private dining space available for large groups?

Yes, the restaurant features a dedicated private cellar room on the main ground level with no stairs required, comfortably seating large family gatherings and milestone celebrations around a single large table.

When is Di Palma's open for lunch and dinner?

Lunch is served exclusively on Fridays from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Dinner is served Wednesday through Sunday from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM, and the restaurant is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

What are the parking options?

Street parking is available across the street, though spots can fill up quickly during busy weekend dinner times. Free street parking and free lot parking are available nearby.

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