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Mondo Di Pasta (Balaclava)

193 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

Recommended by 21 people

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193 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183, Australia

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+61 1300 539 192
HoursMonday: 3:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mondo Di Pasta (Balaclava)

Sub-$20 fresh pasta in Melbourne isn't a myth—it's parked right on Carlisle Street. The counter setup lets you pick your shape and sauce before watching the kitchen toss everything to order over open heat. Regulars flock in for the pancetta-rich carbonara, tender lamb ragu, and spicy vodka sauce clinging to al dente penne. Tables out back fill up with orders of crispy mushroom arancini and slabs of buttery, cheese-crusted garlic bread designed for wiping every bowl clean. Grab a Tommy spritz and snag a wooden bench in the open backyard courtyard while the chefs work behind the outdoor prep station.

  • Customizable Bowls: Pick your own pasta shapes and sauces cooked fresh to order, with most dishes landing under $20.
  • Backyard Courtyard: A leafy backyard patio features bench seating and an open kitchen where cooks prep over flame.
  • Comforting Sides: Pair hefty mains with mushroom arancini, truffle fries, or cheese-laden garlic bread for mopping up sugo.
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Why Diners Choose Mondo Di Pasta

From customizable bowls and generous portions to a hidden outdoor kitchen courtyard, discover why Balaclava locals love Mondo Di Pasta.

  • Custom-built pasta cooked fresh to order

    Diners can choose their own pasta shape, sauce, and add-ons, which the kitchen cooks to order and tosses quickly so every dish comes out fresh and hot.

    You can choose your pasta, sauce and add-ons, and then watch the team cook everything fresh in front of you.

    chenfei zhang

  • Generous portions that stretch across meals

    Generous portions of freshly made pasta and hearty sides offer substantial meal value, frequently providing enough food for next-day takeaway.

    Very generous portion (it will be enough for lunch and dinner for me!) and fresh and tasty.

    Tina Grundmann

  • Outdoor courtyard with an open kitchen

    A spacious backyard courtyard gives guests a relaxed outdoor dining area where they can watch the kitchen prepare meals right outside.

    The unique aspect is the kitchen being located outside, allowing diners to watch the chef prepare their meals.

    Rose Guamos

  • Relaxed open-air dining and drinks

    Beyond takeaway counters, guests can unwind over fresh pasta, comforting sides, and drinks in a casual backyard garden setting.

    A good place to hang with comfort Italian food, desserts and drinks in the spacious backyard.

    Nguyen Xuan Ha Anh (Milu)

  • Comforting food that feels like a hug in a bowl

    Rich, homemade-style pasta and melted cheese sides deliver deep, comforting satisfaction that feels welcoming and restorative.

    It tasted homemade in the best possible way – like a hug in a bowl.

    sayali harde

  • Exceptional quality without breaking the bank

    Guests experience the delight of enjoying high-quality, freshly sauced al dente pasta at a price point well below typical Italian venues.

    Did expect pastas less than $20 to be this tasty!

    Fay Fu

Freshly prepared, customizable pasta bowls crafted to order

  • Spicy vodka pasta

    I ordered the Spicy Vodka sauce with penne. It was absolutely delicious!

    Tina Grundmann

  • Bolognese

    Bought 1 garlic bread and I bowl of bolognaise and it was honestly some of the best pasta I’ve had in Melbourne.

    MrFrenchRaisin49

  • Chicken Alfredo

    Penne Chicken Alfredo was bomb 🥰🥰

    Adi Idham Siregar

  • Carbonara

    And the carbonara? Silky, cheesy, and rich with just the right hit of pancetta. It tasted homemade in the best possible way – like a hug in a bowl.

    sayali harde

Other favorites

Comforting starters and sides to round out your meal

  • Garlic bread

    We started with the garlic bread, perfectly toasted, buttery, and loaded with cheesy goodness.

    sayali harde

  • Arancini

    The arancini was golden and crispy on the outside, with a rich, creamy mushroom filling and a flavour-packed tomato base, so comforting and satisfying.

    sayali harde

  • Truffle fries

    We ordered the chorizo gnocchi, arancini, truffle fries, and cheesy garlic bread 😍

    Breanne Bouffard

  • Lasagna Bites

    Lasagna Bites ($12 for 2 pieces): an unique dish of lasagna to try with crispy outside and lasagna texture inside

    Nguyen Xuan Ha Anh (Milu)

Before you head over

Practical guidance on seating, portion sizing, and dish customization for your visit

  • Head Out to the Backyard Courtyard

    While the front counter and indoor seating can feel cramped, head through to the spacious backyard courtyard to dine outside and watch the chefs prepare pasta in the open kitchen.

  • Size Up for Easy Sharing or Leftovers

    Portion sizes are notably generous, so choosing the large size easily feeds two people or leaves you with ample leftovers for lunch the next day.

  • Tailor Your Pasta and Sauce to Taste

    Build your dish by selecting your pasta shape, sauce, and add-ons; chefs can also adjust sauce seasoning and spice levels directly to suit your personal taste.

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