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Mister Bianco

26-28 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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26-28 Cotham Rd, Kew VIC 3101, Australia

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+61 3 9205 0901
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mister Bianco

Mister Bianco channels bold Sicilian hospitality in Kew through generous feasts, smart wine pours, and effortless warmth. Joe Vargetto’s kitchen zeroes in on regional island dishes—think crisp sficione, arancini alla Norma packed with smoked eggplant and ricotta salata, and hand-rolled cavatelli tossed in rich Wagyu bolognese. Diners head here to hand over ordering decisions to the multi-course Chef’s Selection or gather groups behind semi-private dining curtains and in the upstairs function room, La Sala. Between gentle notes from the live piano and attentive floor staff keeping glasses filled, an evening here eases along right through to a spoon breaking into classic tiramisu.

  • Regional Sicilian cooking: Chef Joe Vargetto champions authentic island specialties, including sficione with cime di rapa and cavatelli with Wagyu bolognese.
  • Tailored celebration spaces: Features curtain-partitioned semi-private dining spaces downstairs and a dedicated upstairs function suite, La Sala, reachable by elevator.
  • Comprehensive gluten-free menu: The kitchen offers gluten-free adaptations across nearly the entire menu, from pasta dishes to desserts.
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Why Dine at Mister Bianco

Discover what sets Mister Bianco apart, from regional Sicilian menus and tailored private dining to atmospheric cultural evenings.

  • Dedicated Semi-Private Celebration Spaces

    Private gatherings and birthday dinners benefit from curtain-separated semi-private dining nooks with bespoke planning and personalized menus.

    We booked for 11 people and were provided with a beautiful semi-private room, separated from the main restaurant by curtains.

    Isabella Armao

  • Seamless Milestone & Function Hosting

    From milestone family celebrations to intimate weddings, upstairs venue spaces like La Sala offer accessible hosting via an elevator with dedicated event coordination.

    The location is stunning, warm & welcoming. It has great public transport link to the front door and the upstairs function room is accessible via a handy elevator.

    Katalin Lago

  • Regional Sicilian Culinary Heritage

    Head Chef Joe Vargetto showcases authentic regional dishes including arancini alla Norma, sficione, and hand-rolled cavatelli.

    Chef Joe Vargetto has curated a menu that is both innovative and deeply rooted in Italian tradition.

    Adriano Di Prato

  • Accommodating Gluten-Free Adaptability

    Nearly every Italian dish across the menu can be tailored for gluten-free dining without compromising culinary depth or variety.

    Pretty much every dish on the menu had the option to be Gluten free which was surprising for an Italian restaurant.

    Eleni Ali

  • Curated Multi-Course Tasting Feasts

    Multi-course dining journeys like the $95 Chef's Selection menu flow seamlessly with balanced pacing and sommelier wine pairings.

    We chose the $95 Chef’s Selection menu and were blown away by the progression of flavors, the attention to detail, and how balanced and generous each course was.

    Katie Goldberg

  • Atmospheric Live Music & Cinema Evenings

    Dinner services are elevated with unique cultural programming including live piano music and Italian cinema movie nights.

    And then there’s the live piano — such a beautiful, unexpected touch that gave the evening a gentle, romantic energy.

    Katie Goldberg

Customer-favorite signature mains and regional specialties

  • Gnocchi

    The gnocchi was the stand out and felt like the $95 feed me option was great value

    Joshua Zuccato

  • Hand-rolled Cavatelli with Wagyu Bolognese

    The Hand-rolled Cavatelli with Wagyu Bolognese was a standout dish—each bite was a perfect harmony of rich, savory flavors and the incredible texture of the cavatelli.

    Adriano Di Prato

  • Arancini alla Norma

    Arancini alla Norma, with smoked eggplant and ricotta salata that was simply divine.

    Adriano Di Prato

  • Cotoletta with Porcini Sauce

    the Cotoletta with porcini sauce, in particular, was delicious!

    Isabella Armao

Other favorites

Desserts and appetizers to complement your meal

  • Tiramisu

    The tiramisu was the perfect way to finish the meal — absolutely delicious.

    Thomas Longo

  • Chocolate Fondant

    the chocolate fondant with its perfect texture, sweet but not too sweet taste and gooey centre.

    Leanne Baker

  • Crème Catalana

    crème catalana for dessert.

    Naga

  • Ham Hock Croquettes

    the ham hock croquettes amazing

    Leanne Baker

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and bespoke details that elevate dining into memorable occasions.

  • Complimentary Prosecco & Personalised Menus

    Milestone group dinners receive dedicated touches such as a complimentary glass of prosecco alongside bespoke printed menus prepared for the table.

  • Custom Cocoa-Stencilled Tiramisu Cake

    Weddings and intimate celebrations feature thoughtful bespoke dessert styling, including custom wedding tiramisu cakes detailed with family names in cocoa.

  • Atmospheric Live Piano Accompaniment

    Evening service is enhanced with live piano performances, introducing a warm, romantic energy throughout the dining room.

  • Comprehensive Gluten-Free Menu Adaptations

    Unlike conventional Italian menus, the kitchen adapts almost every dish on the menu with dedicated gluten-free options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Private & Semi-Private Group Bookings

When planning milestone celebrations or group gatherings, reserve the curtain-partitioned semi-private room on the main floor or inquire about the upstairs function space accessible via elevator.

Chef's Selection & Wine Pairings

For an effortless multi-course progression that avoids decision fatigue, opt for the $95 Chef's Selection menu and consult the sommelier to match wines by the glass.

Extensive Gluten-Free Adaptability

Diners with celiac disease or gluten intolerances can order with confidence, as nearly every dish across the Sicilian menu can be prepared with gluten-free modifications.

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