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Mascalzone Altona

22 Pier St, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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Find Mascalzone Altona

22 Pier St, Altona VIC 3018, Australia

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+61 3 9191 6766
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mascalzone Altona

Steps from the beach on Pier Street, Mascalzone turns out honest trattoria comfort without the stiff attitude. Diners gather over bubbly Focaccia Agliata slicked with garlic oil and mozzarella, charred crust pizzas, and bowls of handmade gnocchi or linguine allo scoglio loaded with tiger prawns and calamari. Unlike suburban spots that only open when the sun dips, mornings here kick off early with espresso before walks along the pier. Later hours lean celebratory—long tables easily handle big family gatherings over tender braised lamb shanks, carafes of wine, and squares of coffee-soaked tiramisu.

  • Effortless Group Celebrations: Accommodates celebrations of 25 to 30+ guests with flexible group arrangements, quick turnaround, and split billing.
  • Morning Walk-In Service: Opens early for quiet morning coffee and breakfast steps from the beach and pier before transitioning to trattoria service.
  • Scratch Pasta & Wood-Fired Pizza: House specialties feature handmade spinach-and-ricotta ravioli in sage butter alongside wood-fired pizzas with blistered char.
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Why Diners Choose Mascalzone Altona

Discover why locals and visitors choose Mascalzone Altona for Italian beachside dining and milestone celebrations.

  • Fresh, Authentic Italian Classics

    Crafted with authentic technique and fresh seafood and pasta, the kitchen delivers traditional Italian flavours right beside Altona beach.

    the best quality restaurant food you can get in Altona by the beach

    Thomas Staub

  • Handcrafted Pizza & Pasta Variety

    Thin crust pizzas, delicate homemade pastas, and hearty portions deliver rich flavours that bring diners back regularly.

    Their food is always fresh, delicious and also full of flavour. Real authentic Italian taste.

    Isaura Sabolek

  • Effortless Large Group Gatherings

    Large family parties and group celebrations run seamlessly with accommodating service and effortless split billing.

    Had a large group dinner here and they were super accommodating about split bills, everyone was very comfortable and had great meals.

    E

  • Tailored Milestone Celebrations

    Accommodates milestone celebrations and 30+ guest gatherings with flexible room setups and short-notice coordination.

    Bal and her team was phenomenal with hosting our group of 30+ ppl with only a few hrs notice. The food was big portion, taste great & the staff was friendly and flexible!

    PT C

  • Warm Italian Family Hospitality

    The attentive front-of-house team creates an inviting atmosphere that makes guests feel warmly embraced from the moment they arrive.

    warm, welcoming vibes that felt like being invited into an Italian home

    Nana

  • Attentive, Unhurried Dining Care

    Even when the dining room is at peak capacity, the kitchen and floor staff handle the rush with calm, professional care.

    Even during busy hours, the food arrived without long delays, and the staff handled the rush so smoothly and professionally.

    Jason

Authentic trattoria classics celebrated by Altona diners

  • Pizza

    The best pizza in Altona without a doubt.

    LifeWithNoAnchor YouTube

  • Gnocchi

    The gnocchi was the best I've ever had from a restaurant.

    Thomas Staub

  • Focaccia Agliata

    We started with the Focaccia Agliata, the perfect blend of warm, soft dough, garlic oil, and melted mozzarella had us reaching for more.

    Nana

  • Linguine allo Scoglio

    My husband had the linguine allo scoglio with calamari, octopus, mussels and tiger prawns tossed in a prawn sauce which looked amazing and he loved it.

    Nicki A

Before you head over

Practical guidance on group dining, morning visits, and takeaway ordering

  • Organizing Large Group Gatherings

    When organizing large celebrations or family functions, you can request bill splitting without administrative friction, and nearby street parking is conveniently accessible.

  • Morning Dining and Pier Walks

    Take advantage of the venue's morning breakfast service for quiet coffee and meals before taking a leisurely walk along the Altona pier and beachfront park.

  • Takeaway Pizza Ordering

    For peak takeaway pizza nights, ordering through the direct online ordering system lets you secure bundle deals and opt to pay cash on pickup.

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