Restaurant
Florentino Cellar Bar
80 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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80 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Florentino Cellar Bar delivers classic Italian bistro warmth with handmade pasta, chalkboard wines, and relaxed Bourke Street energy. A casual sibling to Grossi Florentino, the wood-and-leather room hums with polished floor staff in crisp white shirts pouring carafes and serving regulars by name. Diners stop in for an espresso at the bar, share plates of pumpkin tortellini and gnocchi before theatre curtain calls, or settle outside among the potted greenery with a tender cotoletta Milanese and a glass of red.
- Casual Florentino Heritage: Accessible, casual sibling to Grossi Florentino offering handmade pasta and classic plates without white-tablecloth formality.
- Pre-Theatre Hospitality: Quick, attentive service from waitstaff in white shirts suits pre-show dining near the Princess and Comedy Theatres.
- Bourke Street Alfresco: Street-side Bourke Street seating lined with potted greenery provides space for open-air lunches and wine.
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Why Choose Florentino Cellar Bar
Discover why Melbourne locals and theatregoers make Florentino Cellar Bar their trusted Italian table.
Authentic Italian Pasta & Bistro Atmosphere
Handmade pasta and classic dishes are served alongside fine wine in an intimate, wood-and-leather bistro setting.
It’s authentic Italian food and it’s exquisite and well priced given hand made pasta and quality ingredients.
Adam Semple Classic European-Style Hospitality
Polished, professional service creates the sensation of stepping straight into a classic Continental restaurant.
The waiting staff are quick, professional and really makes you feel as though you've stepped into a high end European restaurant.
Dogus Saydar Prime Pre- and Post-Theatre Dining
Located within steps of the Princess and Comedy Theatres, the cellar bar offers efficient service ideal before curtain call.
Stopped by for a pre-show lunch, and we were so pleased we did.
Anne C Bourke Street Alfresco Terrace
Bourke Street alfresco dining framed by pot plants provides a leafy outdoor setting for longer, warmer evenings.
They’ve extended the outdoor seating area with a row of pot plants which makes it a really nice space to enjoy the longer and warmer nights.
Michael R Vibrant Setting for Group Catch-ups
Welcoming table service and crowd-pleasing pasta favourites make group dining and regular reunions effortless.
Cosy, charming dining room with welcoming and attention staff.
Lynda Blakely Casual Bar Counter Camaraderie
The relaxed bar counter invites friends to share rich pasta dishes, espresso, and conversation late into the night.
Nothing better than sitting at the bar eating a delicious pasta with a glass of red followed by expresso talking the night away.
WBCM
Most popular items
Authentic handmade pasta and classic Italian bistro favorites
Pumpkin tortellini
These are the pumpkin tortellini and they are a MUST when you come here.
Alessia Maio Gnocchi
Hands down the best & most reasonably priced Italian food I've EVER had (and I'm Italian).
Alana Parisotto Lasagna
Cute and cosy restaurant for a delicious meal. I love their lasagne and tiramisu.
Tanzania Cotoletta Milanese
I thoroughly enjoyed the Cotoletta Milanese, rocket salad and a nice glass of red. The Cotoletta was tender and very tasty.
John McG
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it suitable for dining before or after theatre shows?
Cellar Bar is an ideal stop before or after a show at nearby venues like the Princess Theatre or Comedy Theatre, offering efficient service, pasta, drinks, and desserts.
Does Florentino Cellar Bar have outdoor seating?
Yes, Cellar Bar offers outdoor alfresco seating along Bourke Street, set with pot plants for open-air dining and drinks.
How does Cellar Bar differ from Grossi Florentino?
Cellar Bar is the more casual, accessible Italian bistro counterpart to the adjacent fine-dining Grossi Florentino, with a relaxed bar and dining room setting.
Can you book a table at Cellar Bar?
Yes, bookings can be made for group lunches and dinners, though patrons also drop in for casual drinks, coffee, and meals at the bar.
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