Restaurant

Good Gnocchi

797 Nicholson St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

Recommended by 58 people

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797 Nicholson St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

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HoursMonday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Good Gnocchi

This Carlton North diner delivers decadent pasta dishes—from baked wagyu lasagne gnocchi to spicy vodka rigatoni topped with schnitzel. Cozy booth seating and an energetic bar keep the room buzzing for date nights and lively group feasts. Diners often point to the attentive floor staff alongside the kitchen’s house specialty: pillowy potato gnocchi submerged under melted cheese and rich bolognese. Save room at the end of the table for a massive dish of cream-heavy tiramisu built for sharing.

  • Wagyu Lasagne Gnocchi: Baked under thick béchamel and wagyu bolognese for a rich take on comfort food.
  • Vodka Rigatoni & Cutlet: Spicy rigatoni alla vodka paired right alongside a crisp chicken schnitzel cutlet.
  • Oversized Tiramisu: Generous sharing-sized portions loaded with sweet cream and coffee-soaked layers.

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Why Dine at Good Gnocchi

Handmade pasta classics, standout signature creations, and warm neighborhood hospitality.

  • Baked Wagyu Lasagne Gnocchi

    Tender gnocchi is layered into rich baked dishes with savory meat sauce and smooth béchamel.

    And the Wagyu "lasagne" gnocchi was totally the star of dinner. You'd think it was a novel concept but the execution and the taste. It was ooey and gooey in all the right places and so delicious.

    Vivian Phan
  • Spicy Vodka Rigatoni with Schnitzel

    Spicy vodka rigatoni is served alongside or topped directly with crispy cutlets and schnitzels.

    Hands down the best vodka pasta and chicken cutlet dish, absolutely divine!

    Madeleine Gardiner
  • Attentive and Personable Service

    Welcoming floor staff bring warmth, humor, and attentive care to every table.

    she was attentive and personable, and made you feel as though she wanted you to be there and have a good time.

    Liana Nicey
  • Deep Comfort and Hearty Satisfaction

    Generous, comforting pasta bowls and rich sauces leave guests feeling completely satisfied.

    melt-in-your-mouth soft, perfectly sauced, and incredibly satisfying.

    A Google User
  • Effortless Group and Birthday Feasts

    Family style banquets and shareable pasta feasts make celebratory gatherings seamless and lively.

    Good Gnocchi was the BEST possible option for my birthday. They successfully hosted a cocktail then sit down lunch for 30 of my friends and family.

    Naomi Salton
  • Oversized Sharing Desserts

    Dessert arrives in oversized, multi-person portions meant to be shared across the entire group.

    The tiramisu was huge and definitely enough for 3-4 people to share.

    T Tee

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and shareable desserts

  • Tiramisu

    BE AWARE OF THE SIZE as it is bigger than what you think! It is more towards the creamier side of tiramisu.

    Jenny Park
  • Garlic Bread

    The garlic bread was perfectly toasty with a thin and crispy outer layer; inside was soft with a strong and tasty buttery garlic flavour.

    Barry
  • Cheese Lasagne Bites

    The lasagne bites has a crispy crumbed coating, filled with pasta sheets and béchamel which was soft and creamy, and topped with shaved cheese for some savouriness.

    Barry
  • Burrata

    The burrata and croquette (best starter) as well for starters went down very well and did not disappoint.

    Michael Huynh

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate the dining experience at Good Gnocchi.

  • Pre-Meal Sauce Spice Testing

    The kitchen proactively offers diners a sample of the vodka sauce before plating to verify its heat level suits their personal spice preference.

  • Curbside Parting Gesture

    Staff surprise stranded late guests who missed kitchen cut-off by chasing them outside with a complimentary tiramisu to soften the disappointment.

  • Shared Large-Format Dessert

    The kitchen portions its creamy tiramisu to comfortably serve three to four guests as an oversized communal dessert centerpiece.

  • Curated Pasta Wine Pairings

    Floor staff provide tailored, personalized wine recommendations specifically paired across rich gnocchi and pasta selections.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is the tiramisu portion?

The tiramisu comes in a very generous portion meant for sharing, easily feeding three to four people.

Can you walk in without a reservation?

Good Gnocchi accepts walk-ins, though booking ahead is also available if you prefer to reserve a table.

What signature pasta and gnocchi dishes should you order?

Crowd favorites include the signature Wagyu lasagne gnocchi, the pumpkin gnocchi, and the spicy vodka rigatoni (often paired with a chicken cutlet).

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