Restaurant
Funghi e Tartufo
60 Hardware Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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60 Hardware Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Tucked into Hardware Lane, this plant-based trattoria pulls off a rare feat—classic Italian comfort with zero dairy and zero meat. Devoted carnivores eat alongside vegans here without a single compromise on the table. Start on the fried calamari, then move straight to the mushroom pappardelle—earthy, finished with black truffle, and remarkably creamy. For elbow room away from the street crowd, slip downstairs with a zero-proof Piccantino Sour and a slice of chocolate cheesecake.
- 100% Plant-Based Italian: Creamy mushroom pappardelle, truffle ravioli, and crispy calamari crafted entirely free of dairy or animal products.
- Crowd-Pleasing for Mixed Palates: Traditional textures and deeply savory sauces that satisfy committed plant-eaters and skeptical meat-eaters at the same table.
- Hardware Lane Energy: Classic Melbourne laneway buzz with multi-level seating, featuring outdoor tables, an upstairs dining room, and spacious downstairs spots.
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Why Diners Choose Funghi e Tartufo
Whether hosting mixed dining parties or planning an intimate date night on Hardware Lane, reserve your table for Melbourne’s premier plant-based Italian feast.
Uncompromising 100% Vegan Italian Dining
The entire kitchen is committed to a 100% plant-based Italian menu, eliminating the guesswork and menu negotiations typically required at standard trattorias.
It's great to have such a fantastic Italian restaurant that serves vegan dishes, as Italian restaurants can be veeery tricky for vegans!
Giulia Milizia Classic Textures and Flavours Recreated
From silken mushroom pappardelle to rich desserts, recipes replicate the textures and deep umami of authentic Italian cuisine without animal fats or dairy.
Can’t imagine how hard it is to keep the classic flavours without meat—but they nailed it.
Melody Phoenix Effortless Hosting for Mixed Palates
The menu seamlessly bridges different diets, providing a unified dining table where committed carnivores and strict vegans enjoy equivalent indulgence.
For my vegan brother, and carnivore partner, it was the perfect meal out.
Narelle Pignotti Dishes That Convince Dedicated Omnivores
Flavour profiles and hearty portions mirror upscale conventional dining so closely that non-vegan guests never feel like they are settling for substitutes.
I doubt a lot of people would even notice it's plant based.
Jessie Cran Intimate Hardware Lane Romance
Set in Melbourne's iconic cobblestone laneway, the dining room pairs candlelight and European energy for memorable date nights and celebrations.
Perfect for a romantic vegan date.
Bree Roberts Versatile Indoor and Laneway Seating
A flexible multi-level footprint lets you choose between lively outdoor terrace seating, buzzing street level, or more spacious dining downstairs.
You can choose to sit upstairs or downstairs, inside or out.
Shannon Griffin
Most popular items
Guest favourites showcasing traditional Italian comfort crafted entirely from plants
Mushroom Pappardelle
Try their Pappardelle! You won't regret.
Yosy Christy Natalia Calamari Fritti
The vegan calamari was divine.
Bree Roberts Chocolate Cheesecake
especially the cheesecake—smooth, fluffy, with salty caramel crunch.
Melody Phoenix Tiramisu
The tiramisu was probably the best dessert I have EVER enjoyed
Jessie Cran
Beyond the menu
Attentive hospitality, celebratory touches, and thoughtful comforts that elevate your Hardware Lane experience—reserve your table today.
Birthday Singalongs with Mini Cakes
For celebratory occasions, floor staff present mini cakes and join the table to sing happy birthday, making celebrations feel personal and lively.
Attentive Allergy and Family Dining Care
Service staff actively verify dietary requirements and prepare customized dishes, such as dedicated kid-friendly tomato sauce spaghetti, ensuring all guests dine safely.
Laneway Terrace Climate Comfort
To preserve intimate date nights and anniversary dinners on Hardware Lane when temperatures drop, staff proactively ensure outdoor heaters are running comfortably.
Upstairs Live Acoustic Music
Upper-level dining is occasionally paired with tasteful live music performances, adding ambient warmth to the multi-story venue.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the entire menu fully vegan?
Yes, the entire Italian menu is 100% plant-based, offering dishes like truffle pasta, calamari, arancini, and desserts crafted without dairy, meat, or animal products. Non-vegans frequently find the rich flavours and textures closely mirror classic Italian meals.
Can they accommodate gluten-free or specific allergy requirements?
The restaurant accommodates varied dietary needs with gluten-free pasta choices and allergy-aware service. Staff can adjust dishes and verify requirements, including low-FODMAP requests or dining without onions and garlic.
Where can you sit, and is indoor dining accessible?
Indoor dining spans two levels accessed only via stairs, with more spacious seating downstairs and a cozier, slightly cramped layout upstairs. Outdoor dining tables along Hardware Lane are also available with heaters for cooler weather.
Do you need a reservation to get a table?
Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended because indoor seating is compact and fills quickly, though spontaneous walk-ins can sometimes be accommodated depending on availability.
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