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Good Times

214 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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214 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

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+61 493 126 430
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 11:30 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:30 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Good Times

Fitzroy North’s go-to for the chaotic group dinner—fast, loud, and famously light on the wallet. Good Times dishes out generous $9 bowls of puttanesca, rich mushroom bolognese, and thick slabs of garlic bread straight to tables lined with butcher paper and pencils ready for scribbling. Regulars crowd the courtyard for inexpensive carafes of wine, refreshing pear salad, and heaping bowls of earthy funghi pasta.

  • Unbeatable Value: Anchor dishes like the rich mushroom bolognese and classic puttanesca start at an accessible $9 alongside cheap carafes of wine.
  • Courtyard Energy: A buzzy, high-tempo garden courtyard setting built for relaxed dates and lively group gatherings.
  • Butcher Paper Tables: Brown paper tablecloths come paired with pencils for tabletop doodling while the pasta cooks.
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What's On at Good Times

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Diners Choose Good Times

Generous $9 pasta bowls, butcher paper tables, and vibrant Fitzroy North energy

  • Generous $9 Pasta Staples

    Diners consistently rely on the kitchen for hearty bowls of bolognese, napolitana, and puttanesca starting at an accessible nine-dollar benchmark.

    MASSIVE portions for a $9 pasta.

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  • Well-Balanced Sides and Starters

    Crowd favorites like garlicky toasted loaves and balanced pear salads complement deep, earthy mushroom and herb pasta plates.

    The pear salad with the garlic bread and the Funghi pasta stood out.

    Piyush Ranjan

  • Frictionless Group Dining

    A broad selection of budget-friendly dishes, including solid vegan choices, ensures everyone in a party leaves completely satisfied.

    my go to when i have a group of friends and i want to go somewhere that will satisfy everyone

    Rachael Martin

  • Laid-Back Dinners and Dates

    The welcoming, relaxed dining room and garden setting easily accommodate low-key dates or casual drinks before a night out.

    cozy, welcoming atmosphere perfect for a laid-back date night or a pre-night out dinner with mates

    Fourel Jordi

  • Paper Tablecloths and Pencils

    Tables covered in brown butcher paper paired with pencils give guests an interactive, nostalgic canvas throughout the meal.

    Loved the paper table cloth to scribble on with the provided pencils.

    Joanna Iles

  • Buzzy Courtyard Energy

    A fast-paced floor team and an upbeat soundtrack foster an unpretentious, high-energy environment from start to finish.

    This spot is a quirky, fast paced, no frills pasta place. The staff are fun, tunes are class and I never leave hungry.

    Emma Delaney

Crowd favourites and standout dishes from diners

  • Garlic Bread

    Garlic bread is to die for!

    arianna nicole cruz

  • Funghi Pasta

    One of the better Funghi pastas i have had in a while.

    Piyush Ranjan

  • Puttanesca

    Where else in Melbourne can you get a $9 puttanesca.

    Vivian Phan

  • Spaghetti Bolognese

    Went for the good old spaghetti bolognese and it was generous, rustic and well presented.

    S C

Other favorites

Complementary beverages and starters that round out the pasta menu.

  • Side Olives

    The side olives was a nice compliment.

    S C

  • Iced Oat Latte

    Iced oat latte was nice too.

    Muggle Chef

  • Vodka Cherry Cocktail

    i had a vodka cherry cocktail and it was very yummy.

    Alex Webber

  • Pinot Grigio

    We also got a bottle of wine, a really nice - super light - pinot Grigio.

    Maggie M

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I book a table in advance?

Booking in advance is strongly recommended because the venue fills up quickly in the evenings and often has queues out the door, though walk-ins are sometimes accommodated when space permits.

How do ordering and service work?

Orders can be placed via the QR code on your table for quick service, or directly at the counter if you need assistance.

Are the pasta portions filling?

Yes, portions are very generous and hearty, offering big bowls of pasta and filling share plates even at low price points like their $9 options.

Is outdoor seating available?

Yes, the venue features an outdoor back courtyard garden seating area, though indoor seating is also available if the weather turns.

Are there vegetarian and vegan options?

Yes, the menu includes vegetarian choices and vegan options alongside classic meat sauces.

Where can I park nearby?

Street parking is available right outside on St Georges Road, with additional parking around nearby Edinburgh Gardens if street spots are busy.

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