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Va Penne

493 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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493 High St, Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

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+61 3 8596 7167
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Va Penne

Marked only by a red neon pinched-fingers hand glowing out front, Va Penne serves soulful handmade pasta and blistered pizza in Northcote. Needle drops on curated vinyl LPs set the tempo while diners settle into cosy booths over bottles of house chilli oil and plates of spicy Calabrese pizza. Fluffy gnocchi, slow-cooked ragu pappardelle, and honest amaro pours keep the neighbourhood returning—right through to a classic slice of tiramisu.

  • Neon Signage: The street-facing window eschews traditional signage, signalling dinner only with a lit neon pinched-fingers logo.
  • Vinyl Soundtrack: Spinning physical turntable records on rotation provides an ambient soundtrack to the room.
  • Chilli Oil on Every Table: Dedicated bottles of house-made chilli oil sit on every booth table for seasoning crusts and pasta.
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What's On at Va Penne

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Why Diners Choose Va Penne

Distinctive food, rotating vinyl soundtracks, and welcoming booth seating on High Street

  • House Condiments & Fresh Pasta

    Freshly prepared pasta and pizza are paired with convenient table touches, including dedicated bottles of house chilli oil ready at every table.

    Also loveeeee bottles of chilli oil at every table so we don’t have to ask for it

    Good Food Good Mood

  • Flawless Italian Fare & Value

    Guests enjoy expertly cooked pappardelle and flavourful pizzas alongside attentive service at a surprising, accessible price point.

    Don’t see it very often a flawless delivery of food and service.

    Robb Abbott

  • Curated Vinyl Records on Rotation

    The dining room atmosphere is shaped by spinning curated physical vinyl records, creating a distinct auditory backdrop.

    shout out to the playlist with interesting LPs on rotation!!

    Team Rig-Beavis

  • Chilled Turntable Evening Vibe

    Diners unwind to classic turntable albums and friendly hospitality that establish an easygoing, memorable evening.

    A lovely chilled atmosphere made for a relaxing evening and a special mention must go to the Dirty Dancing record which was 👌🏻

    Amanda W

  • Discreet Atmosphere for Gatherings

    Behind a subtle neon-accented facade, the intimate dining room offers an insider escape ideal for relaxed social catchups.

    Lovely place for a date night or intimate catchup with friends.

    Patrizia Bordignon

  • Comfortable Booths for Special Occasions

    Cosy booth seating gives private dinner parties and celebratory catch-ups a personal, unhurried dining environment.

    the seating booths were fantastic. It made every thing so much more personal and comfortable.

    Simone Putnam

Most-loved signature pizzas and handmade pastas

  • Calabrese Pizza

    We were blown away with the simply delivered perfectly cooked parpadelle pasta and incredible calabrese pizza.

    Robb Abbott

  • Gnocchi

    How they get the gnocchi so damn fluffy is just beyond me. It’s an absolute treat every time.

    Rob Wilkie

  • Ragu Pappardelle

    Highly recommend the lamb ragu pappardelle and Calabrese pizza and the service was great.

    Melaniewats

  • Spaghetti Vongole

    I've ordered the vongole so many times and will order it every time I come back, it's that good.

    Chloe Beer

Other favorites

Desserts, cocktails, and starters to accompany your meal

  • Tiramisu

    I'll always be back for the tiramisu :) fantastic service and perfectly cute date spot!

    Jess Ma

  • Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

    Will return with friends for the Autumn special, Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta served with fig and pear conserve and a hazelnut crumb on.

    Lynn Bot

  • Cinnamon Sally Cocktail

    The waiter recommended the cinnamon sally cocktail and it might be hands down one of the best cocktails I’ve tried!

    Rachel Williamson

  • Asparagus Entree

    Definitely try the asparagus entree - it was delicious.

    Tracy Nicole Feeney

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and distinctive quirks that elevate the dining experience at Va Penne

  • Dedicated Table Chilli Oil

    Every dining table is equipped with its own dedicated bottle of chilli oil so guests can adjust dish spice levels without having to ask.

  • Curated Vinyl LPs on Rotation

    Physical turntable records play on rotation throughout service, from engaging classic albums to retro film soundtracks that shape the venue's relaxed vibe.

  • Subtle Neon Pinched-Fingers Facade

    The venue features understated street presence with no conventional signage, marked only by an illuminated red neon pinched-fingers hand gesture at night.

  • Signature Hand Gesture Wine Glasses

    Wine glasses are customized with the signature Italian pinched-fingers hand gesture motif, adding character to table settings.

Before you head over

Practical tips on booking, timing, and finding this subtle neighbourhood gem.

  • Opt for the Second Sitting for a Relaxed Meal

    If you prefer an unhurried dinner, consider booking the later sitting rather than the first seating slot, which has a 1.5-hour dining limit.

  • Spot the Neon Hand Gesture Sign

    Look for the red neon pinched-fingers hand gesture sign lit up at night, as the storefront facade does not feature conventional exterior name signage.

  • Book Ahead for Evening Sittings

    Reserve a table in advance, as the dining room tends to pack out quickly for evening services.

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