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Made In Casa

470 Toorak Rd, Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

Recommended by 37 people

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470 Toorak Rd, Toorak VIC 3142, Australia

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+61 3 9500 0265
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 4:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Made In Casa

Made In Casa brings refined, home-style Italian hospitality to Toorak with handmade pastas and Melbourne’s rarest showpiece steak. Set across two naturally lit levels, the dining room pairs an intimate upstairs wine cellar room with gracious, owner-led care that treats guests like visiting friends. Food-focused regulars head straight for the handmade seafood spaghetti and delicate crab tortelli, but the main draw is the signature 1.5kg bistecca fritta—a crumbed, flash-fried T-bone carved tableside and finished with salt.

  • Tableside Bistecca Fritta: A crumbed 1.5kg T-bone steak flash-fried in butter, carved tableside, and finished with sea salt.
  • Upstairs Wine Cellar Room: A dedicated upper level featuring a curated bottle selection and space for private group tastings.
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Why Choose Made In Casa

Why diners choose Made In Casa for standout Italian dining and celebrations in Toorak

  • Signature Melbourne-Exclusive Bistecca Fritta

    A rare 1.5kg crumbed T-bone steak flash-fried to a golden crust and carved tableside slice by slice.

    Bistecca fritta (1.5kg, $225) – a crumbed T‑bone steak, the only one of its kind in Melbourne. The staff carve it tableside, slice by slice, finishing with a shower of salt.

    IL Melbourne Foodies

  • Handcrafted Pasta & Authentic Regional Recipes

    Dishes are crafted in-house with delicate handmade pasta textures and authentic regional techniques.

    The food is authentic Italian cuisine at its finest, with every dish beautifully prepared and full of flavour.

    Paula Menzies

  • Curated Upstairs Wine Cellar & Tasting Room

    An upstairs dedicated wine cellar and tasting room offers an intimate setting curated with passion and cellar craftsmanship.

    During the evening, the owner, Valerio, personally took the time to show me the upstairs wine cellar and private tasting room.

    Alex Sandro

  • Double-Storey Ambiance with Intimate Lighting

    A grand yet warm double-storey dining layout lit naturally, providing a calm and lingering pace.

    The space is grand yet warm – double‑storey, naturally lit, with a buzz that feels both lively and grown‑up.

    IL Melbourne Foodies

  • Warm Family Hospitality That Feels Like Home

    The owners and floor team treat guests like personal friends, providing heartfelt warmth from arrival to farewell.

    A genuine atmosphere and a warmth that make you feel at home from the very first moment, with traditional dishes revisited with a modern twist.

    Elisa Pietromarchi

  • Personalized Celebration Hosting

    Celebrations and private group gatherings receive hands-on coordination and attentive hosting by the owners.

    We had a wonderful birthday lunch at the private room. The food was delicious and the service was great!

    Auslink Real Estate

Signature house-made pastas and showstopping tableside specialties.

  • Bistecca Fritta

    The staff carve it tableside, slice by slice, finishing with a shower of salt. The crust is golden and shattering; the meat inside is tender, milky, deeply beefy. It hits the soul. This is a dish that justifies the trip.

    IL Melbourne Foodies

  • Gnocco Fritto

    Not many places do Gnocco Fritto , and theirs reminded me of the ones I ate in Modena.

    Anthony C

  • Seafood Spaghetti

    Coffee and biscuits were a highlight, as was the seafood spaghetti.

    Zsuzsika

  • Crab-Filled Squid Ink Tortelli

    The black dough is rolled thin enough to be delicate, almost translucent in places, and the filling inside is intensely savoury – pure, sweet crab, nothing to hide it. A bright ribbon of lemon zest cuts through the richness just as it needs to.

    IL Melbourne Foodies

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality gestures and tableside service at Made In Casa

  • Tableside Carving of Bistecca Fritta

    The signature 1.5kg crumbed T-bone is brought to the table and carved slice by slice before being finished with a shower of salt.

  • Personal Upstairs Cellar Walk-Throughs

    Guests receive personal walk-throughs of the dedicated upstairs wine cellar and private tasting room from the owner.

  • Complimentary Welcome Meatball

    Guests are greeted with an on-the-house fried meatball to begin their meal.

  • Chef Wine Curation & Owner Hospitality

    Guests receive direct wine pairings chosen by the chef alongside dedicated owner hospitality that makes diners feel welcomed like visitors in a home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the signature bistecca fritta, and is it suitable for sharing?

The signature dish is the bistecca fritta, a crumbed 1.5kg T-bone steak flash-fried in butter, carved tableside, and finished with salt. Because of its generous size, it is ideal for sharing among groups.

Should I make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, reservations are accepted and strongly recommended. The double-storey dining room can be lively, and booking ahead ensures you secure a table without delays.

Does Made In Casa offer private dining or event spaces?

The double-storey restaurant features an upstairs private dining room and dedicated wine cellar, making it well suited for private birthday lunches, wine tastings, or quieter gatherings away from the ground floor.

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