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Geppetto Trattoria

78a Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia

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78a Wellington Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002, Australia

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+61 3 9417 4691
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Geppetto Trattoria

This 45-year-old East Melbourne stalwart delivers the real thing—no sterile dining room pretense, just clattering plates, shared carafes, and room-filling chatter. The kitchen runs on pure *sprezzatura*: duck meatballs, slow-cooked osso bucco, and mushroom agnolotti that pasta purists liken to northern Italy. Seasoned floor staff like Adriano guide pairings with regional Italian reds matched to every dish, winding down over traditional Moka pot coffee and slabs of tiramisu.

  • Authentic Regional Cooking: Handcrafted pastas, slow-braised osso bucco, and house-specialty duck meatballs rooted in time-tested regional traditions.
  • Curated Wine Pairings: Knowledgeable floor staff offer guided Italian wine recommendations tailored to your specific courses.
  • Classic Trattoria Hospitality: A 45-year-old dining institution with lively communal conversation and warm, attentive service.
  • Group & Pre-Event Gatherings: Generous portions and seasoned banquet management ideal for celebrations and dinners near the MCG.
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The Geppetto Trattoria Experience

Why guests return to this 45-year-old East Melbourne institution for classic dishes, curated wines, and authentic hospitality.

  • Expert Italian Wine Pairing Guidance

    Staff are well-versed in the cellar and offer tailored vintage recommendations to pair seamlessly with courses across the menu.

    The staff were warm and friendly, making us feel genuinely welcome, and you can ask them to recommend a wine to perfectly match your meal.

    María José Duarte (Majito)

  • Distinctive Regional Menu Offerings

    Beyond standard trattoria classics, the kitchen serves distinctive regional specialties, including duck meatballs and offal preparations.

    To start, no other restaurant has offered duck meatballs or grilled calamari like this.

    Keenan Ho

  • Authentic Neighbourhood Trattoria Ambiance

    Diners experience the warmth and atmosphere of a traditional neighbourhood spot that mirrors authentic dining in Italy.

    From the moment we walked in, it genuinely felt like we were back in Italy. Warm, intimate and welcoming, Geppetto has all the charm of a traditional neighbourhood trattoria.

    Tim Gauci

  • Classic Italian Culinary Heritage

    Traditional regional cooking and house specialties deliver honest, uncompromised flavors reminiscent of classic Italian kitchens.

    It really reminded me of a trattoria in Italy with a little of the Melbourne sophistication, but without compromise on genuinity.

    Fabio Bertola

  • Proven Setting for Group Gatherings

    With generous portions and seasoned front-of-house staff, the restaurant comfortably manages family birthdays and recurring group lunches.

    The food was excellent and went extremely well with our selection of wines. The service and presentation of both food and wines was first class. This is the club's second lunch at Geppettos within 18 months

    Dennis Murphy

  • Ideal Venue for Meeting and Dining with Friends

    Attentive hospitality and genuine engagement ensure friends, families, and regular dining clubs feel welcomed and cared for throughout their meal.

    A long standing traditional Italian restaurant in East Melbourne, Geppetto is an ideal venue for friends to meet, wine and dine.

    John Wood

Signature regional classics and curated pairings celebrated by diners

  • Curated Wine Pairing

    you can ask them to recommend a wine to perfectly match your meal.

    María José Duarte (Majito)

  • Tiramisu

    For dessert, the Tiramisu is a crowd-pleaser—light, airy, and with just the right balance of coffee and sweetness.

    Thomas Reeh

  • Duck Meatballs

    The meatballs were sweet from the tomatoes, tender and salty from the duck, and the most flavorful I've ever had.

    Keenan Ho

  • Mushroom Agnolotti

    The mushroom agnolotti is a must!

    Rachael Barker

Other favorites

Thoughtful accompaniments, starters, and post-dinner touches that complete the trattoria experience.

  • Affogato

    The Affogato is also a great choice, offering a perfect end to a satisfying meal.

    Thomas Reeh

  • Cocktails

    Also, the cocktails we had were delicious.

    María José Duarte (Majito)

  • Traditional Moka Coffee

    The traditional Moka coffee was also fantastic.

    MelissaP

  • Antipasto Starter

    Their Antipasto starter for two is fantastic value giving you a little of everything to get you going.

    JoJo Foo

Beyond the menu

From personalized vintage pairings to nostalgic coffee rituals, thoughtful hospitality defines every meal—reserve your table today.

  • Thoughtful Dietary Accommodation

    Floor staff take an accommodating, attentive approach to personal dietary needs, ensuring guests seamlessly enjoy the multi-course trattoria menu.

  • Personalized Table-Side Wine Pairings

    Knowledgeable waitstaff actively recommend regional Italian wines tailored to complement each course and daily special.

  • Engaging Hospitality for Solo Diners

    Solo diners and multi-generational tables receive sincere, welcoming hospitality from staff who take genuine interest in each guest.

  • Traditional Moka Coffee Service

    Diners can conclude their meal with traditional Italian Moka pot coffee, delivering a comforting tableside ritual rarely seen in modern bistros.

Before you head over

Essential advice on ordering, pairing, and timing your visit—book your table today for an authentic trattoria evening.

  • Ask Staff for Curated Wine Pairings

    Take advantage of floor staff who are well-versed in Italian bottles and happy to recommend specific wine pairings tailored to your meal.

  • Sample Distinctive Regional Offerings

    Look beyond standard pasta staples to explore rare regional specialties highlighted by diners, including tender duck meatballs and specialty offal cuts.

  • Book Early for Stadium and Event Nights

    With the venue ideally located near the MCG and sports precinct, tables fill quickly on game and concert nights—book your table in advance to secure your spot.

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