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Express Pizza-Pasta Bar

3/110 James St, Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia

Recommended by 15 people

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3/110 James St, Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia

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+61 3 9846 4456
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Express Pizza-Pasta Bar

Templestowe’s go-to for blistered wood-fired rounds and crusty lunchtime paninis packed on house focaccia. No fluff or fanfare here—just honest Italian comfort turned out hot and fast. Regulars lean into the spicy paesana salami pizza or the mortadella panini, then finish off the table with a crisp ricotta cannoli.

  • Blistered Wood-Fired Pizza: Wood-fired bases loaded with savoury toppings, from the Victoria to the spicy paesana.
  • Crusty Midday Paninis: Freshly baked focaccia stuffed with mortadella or crispy cotoletta for a quick midday bite.
  • Traditional Italian Sweets: House-made sweets running from crisp ricotta cannoli to warm dessert pizzas.
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Why Diners Choose Express Pizza-Pasta Bar

Handcrafted wood-fired pizzas, artisan lunch paninis, and dependable group catering in Templestowe.

  • Authentic Wood-Fired Crusts

    Traditional wood-fired methods produce flavorful, airy crusts that diners rank among the best in Melbourne.

    wood-fired base is absolutely to die for

    Michael Sacco

  • Reliable Service and Follow-Through

    Fast, high-integrity service ensures dependable dining and swift resolution if unexpected delivery problems occur.

    rushed me out a fresh order themselves

    Jud Meehan

  • Consistent Large-Order Group Catering

    Even for large orders spanning ten or more pizzas, kitchens deliver on time with evenly cooked crusts and quality toppings.

    we ordered over 10 pizzas and every single one was perfectly cooked!

    Chiara Campagna

  • Family-Friendly Dining Atmosphere

    Staff warmly welcome multi-generational family parties and casual group dinners with attentive hospitality.

    The staff truly go above and beyond in the their customer service.

    Food Lover

  • Handcrafted Focaccia Lunch Paninis

    Lunchtime focuses on specialty focaccia-style paninis filled with fresh, savory Italian ingredients.

    focacia style bread, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside

    Alex Demirtz

  • Authentic Sicilian Desserts and Sweets

    A dual menu pairs savory classics with house-made Italian sweets like ricotta cannoli and specialty dessert pizzas.

    on par with the best even Sicily has to offer

    Daniel Lepore

Authentic wood-fired classics crafted with premium ingredients

  • Meat Lovers Pizza

    We had the Meatlovers pizza and Linguine Carbonara, both were cooked to perfection and tasted amazing

    Kaaren Qa

  • Margherita Pizza

    Traditional cheese and nice light base.

    Paul Harrison

  • Victoria Pizza

    I ordered the Victoria Pizza, and it was honestly one of the best pizzas I've ever had.

    Michael Sacco

  • Paesana Pizza

    Really good pizzas, the paesana was recommended by the waiter, and it was worth it. Great salami flavour with a kick of spice.

    Matt Newton

Other favorites

Authentic midday paninis, traditional Sicilian desserts, and starters

  • Mortadella Panini

    The Mortadella panini is my fav.

    Vic Pana

  • Veggie Panini

    Had the veggie panini and it was definitely a hit.

    Vince Kraini

  • Ricotta Cannoli

    the cannoli on par with the best even Sicily has to offer

    Daniel Lepore

  • Calamari

    Good calamari too.

    Matt Newton

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes. Table bookings are accepted for dine-in, which is recommended during peak periods as the dining area frequently fills up. Note that text-message confirmations via their website can occasionally take a bit of time during busy rushes.

What can I order besides pizza?

Alongside classic and wood-fired pizzas, the venue serves crispy focaccia-style paninis during the day, pasta dishes like gnocchi and linguine carbonara, and traditional Italian desserts such as cannoli, tiramisu, and mini donuts.

Are there vegetarian or vegan options available?

Yes. Express Pizza-Pasta Bar accommodates plant-based diets with choices such as a vegan margherita and vegan Nutella mini donuts, alongside vegetarian pizza and panini options. Gluten-free availability is limited.

How does takeaway and delivery work?

You can order directly through their website for pickup or delivery, which often includes online discounts. Be aware that delivery and takeaway queues can get busy during peak hours, and delivery pasta portions may be slightly smaller than dine-in servings.

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