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Lucia Melbourne

11 Eastern Rd, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

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Find Lucia Melbourne

11 Eastern Rd, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

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+61 3 9765 6444
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lucia Melbourne

Tucked off a South Melbourne office lobby, Lucia delivers sunlit European dining minus the usual white-tablecloth stiffness. The long room pairs wide city views with an easy sprezzatura—spacious enough for leisurely daytime lunches, yet intimate when the lights drop. Diners often point to the kitchen's split plates and steady rhythm, matching fresh beef tartare and culatello with pours from a deep by-the-glass wine list. Downstairs, milestone gatherings settle into The Vault for dedicated multi-course spreads, anchored by charred wagyu and roasted duck breast served straight from the pass.

  • Lobby Entrance & Skyline Views: Discreet access beside an office lobby opens into a wide, sun-drenched room overlooking the city skyline.
  • The Vault Private Dining: Dedicated spaces like Vault 1 host multi-course celebrations with tailored event coordination.
  • European Sharing Plates & Cellar Pours: Plates meant for sharing span fresh beef tartare, lobster tacos, and roasted duck breast alongside an extensive wine list.
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What's On at Lucia Melbourne

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

Why Guests Choose Lucia Melbourne

Why diners and hosts choose Lucia Melbourne for milestone celebrations, leisurely lunches, and relaxed date nights.

  • Flawless Private Celebrations in The Vault

    Private milestone events in Vault 1 benefit from dedicated planning coordination and seamless multi-course service without operational missteps.

    Thank you to Claudia who made it easy for me to book to getting the menu instructions absolutely perfect. There were NO hiccups at all

    Gayle Faulkner

  • Milestone Dining Backed by Exceptional Hospitality

    Guests hosting major milestones experience complete reassurance and personal care in the private vault setting.

    We hosted a 60th birthday luncheon in the vault and it was by far one of the best experiences we have encountered in any hospitality space.

    Bree Inturrisi

  • Refined Atmosphere Without Fine-Dining Stiffness

    Diners enjoy an elevated dining experience that remains relaxed, warm, and free from rigid fine-dining pretension.

    The space strikes a great balance between polished and cosy — warm lighting, relaxed energy, and none of that stiff fine-dining tension.

    Jay Cao

  • Genuine Warmth That Feels Like Family

    Welcoming hospitality and genuine host interaction make guests feel warmly valued like family throughout their celebration.

    The owner Elvis, made us walk out of this restaurant feeling like family, like we had known them for so long.

    Josephine Vee

  • Sunlit Dining Room Built for Leisurely Lunches

    The long dining room features ample natural daylight and an elegant setting well suited for relaxed group lunches.

    The decor is beautiful, and the long room offers lots of natural light.

    Meli Roams

  • Comfortable and Generously Proportioned Space

    Spacious interiors paired with a curated wine list and share-friendly courses provide a comfortable environment for daytime gatherings.

    The interior was stylish and spacious, with good natural lighting. There were plenty of paid street parking.

    Ricky

Most-ordered and celebrated savory dishes across our menus

  • Lobster taco

    The lobster taco was great

    Ricky

  • Beef tartare

    beef tartare was fresh and tasty

    Ricky

  • Prosciutto with burrata

    prosciutto with burrata was good

    Ricky

  • Tempura prawns

    the wonderful Tempura prawns

    Stef P

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and signature drinks that complement your dining experience

  • Basque cheesecake

    the Basque cheesecake for dessert

    Sue Furst

  • Potato rosti

    potato rosti

    Robin Ould

  • Cocktails

    yummy cocktails

    Sio Mac

  • Frangellico

    beautiful glass of frangellico

    Josephine Vee

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and bespoke event coordination that elevate celebrations at Lucia Melbourne

  • Dedicated Event Planning and Coordination

    Dedicated pre-event planning support from Claudia ensures tailored multi-course menu instructions and smooth logistics without booking hiccups for milestone gatherings.

  • Personalized Private Dining Room Hosting

    Private celebrations in the subterranean Vault rooms receive attentive table hosting from dedicated staff members who attend to guest details with precision and care.

  • Thoughtful Multi-Allergy Menu Accommodation

    The kitchen attentively accommodates vegetarian, gluten-free, and nut-free dietary requirements without compromising on authentic Italian flavours.

  • Heartfelt Host and Owner Hospitality

    The owners and floor team warmly welcome guests like old friends, sharing stories and concluding milestone evenings with personal hospitality gestures.

Before you head over

Helpful tips on arrival, private vault reservations, and parking for your visit to Lucia Melbourne

  • Locating the Lobby Entrance

    The restaurant entrance adjoins an office building lobby and can be tricky to spot from the street, so keep an eye out for the lobby access when arriving.

  • Booking the Vault for Milestones

    If you are hosting a milestone birthday, reception, or family celebration, reserve private dining spaces like Vault 1 in advance and coordinate the multi-course menu early with staff.

  • Parking for Daytime Visits

    For daytime lunches, take advantage of ample paid street parking situated nearby around Eastern Road.

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