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Bucatini Restaurant & Bar

Restaurant Bar Italian restaurant Function room facility

👍👍 Amazing restaurant! Bucatini can cater for any occasion and it will be worth your while to go there! They have excellent trays of food for all occasions! From various deliciously prepared pizzas to cheese breads, meatballs and chickpea salad. There's something for everyone! I especially loved the m... People often mention service, restaurant, staff, great, friendly, good, wine, pasta, dinner, Bucatini,


Address

454 Whitehorse Rd, Mitcham VIC 3132, Australia

Website

www.bucatini.com.au

Contact

+61 3 9873 0268

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (790 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9:30 PM
  • Saturday: 5 to 9:30 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Monday: 12 to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Raquella N. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing restaurant! Bucatini can cater for any occasion and it will be worth your while to go there! They have excellent trays of food for all occasions! From various deliciously prepared pizzas to cheese breads, meatballs and chickpea salad. There's something for everyone! I especially loved the mocha coffee made beautifully how a mocha should be made!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Liz N. 8 months ago on Google • 103 reviews
    Generous serving for the entree sized meals and all staff are friendly and polite. The price is competitive and if you’re looking for a nice Italian meal, put Bucatini on the list.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mandy R. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good quality however the service was not great at all. Quite abruptly told by our waiter a few times 😥 think he may be family of owner. Not very welcoming sadly for a higher priced restaurant 😕
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Clare T. 7 months ago on Google • 141 reviews
    Beautiful atmosphere and friendly staff. Calamari was lovely and flavourful but sadly the pasta didn’t meet our expectations of $40 pasta. The scallops, tomato etc. in my fettuccine dish were nice however the pasta itself was bland and plain and the sauce tasted like absolutely nothing which was a bit of a let down. The place looks great for groups and functions though but us two were a bit underwhelmed today.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa H. 2 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Fantastic food, fantastic service, gorgeous atmosphere. They're great with kids. Loved it! You have to try the delicious mussels in white wine, tomato, garlic and chilli sauce.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Simon X. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Food was good fine but somewhat pricey. Waiter seemed annoyed with having to take our orders (6 adults) and had a bit of an attitude in general. Bar staff were great. Pleasant and professional. Mid week lunch - viritually everyone was over 75 yrs of age and it felt like a retirement village. Hard to recommend because OK food and average service restaurants are everywhere.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Frank N. 1 year ago on Google • 181 reviews
    Great food and wine list. Ivan the owner is fantastic. Awesome steak and great calamari. Bruschetta was delicious. Plenty of parking out back or in front of the restaurant.

  • 5/5 Traci C. 2 months ago on Google • 123 reviews New
    How did I not know of Bucatini's?? The venue is beautiful so very typical of high class Italian dining. The service impeccable, our waiters very knowledgeable in every item they have to offer, from the fine wine list to cocktails after dinner. My scotch fillet could not have been more perfect, seated on potatoes in a red wine jus, I am glad I shared the salt and pepper calamari with my dining partner, as I did not miss out on the dish and sharing meant room for all of my scotch fillet. Highly recommended, I shall be regularly popping in here as I want to acquaint myself with the entire menu. Thank you so much for a great night :)

  • 1/5 Matthew T. 3 weeks ago on Google • 31 reviews New
    On Friday 26th August 2022 I went there I ordered the Chicken Parmigiana but I found glass in my food and when the manager was informed he very falsely accused me of putting there and was extremely rude to me and he used profanity. I just walked out without finishing my meal but the next day I disputed the transaction with my bank and they gave me a full refund as a once off goodwilll gesture since I never got to finish my meal. I will never step foot inside this restaurant again and I will be advising others to do the same.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenny C. 2 years ago on Google
    Very lovely staff, we were very well looked after. Duck confit is a generous serving. Grain fed steak was amazing, medium rare perfection! Coffee is strong and on the bitter side, but really good. My dad and I enjoyed our lunch here!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 皮皮的布拉多 9 months ago on Google
    I'm very disappointed, I haven't been visit Bucatini for almost two years. The food quality decrease a lot. The steak are cold and blend. Pasta and salad are lower my expectations as well. The restaurant was loud and noisy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Keith W. 3 months ago on Google New
    We are never disappointed at Bucatini and we made certain it was the first venue we visited following the recent lockdown. This time again we had excellent food along with quick and efficient service from friendly staff. Very classy venue without being over the top and always kept looking first class. You can bring your own wine but there is great range on offer. Top marks Bucatini. Happy to report that the high standard set by Bucatini has not faulted. Customer service, performed by staff who want to make a difference is a lost art, but not here. Thank you again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Llewellyn S. 2 years ago on Google
    First night open after the NY break so there were no oysters but the salt and pepper calamari entree was a tasty substitute. I then had the lamb shanks. Meat falling off the bone but a bit dry in some spots - maybe a bit overcooked. We took our own wine and wore the $10 a bottle corkage because we were celebrating with some old vintage reds that we knew would not be on offer. It was busy but the service was efficient and friendly and our vaccination certificates were checked at entry.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 susan v. 1 year ago on Google • 78 reviews
    Friendly waiting staff- ambience was good- appears to be a “fine dining white table cloth” but you can relax and chill and have fun… great place to celebrate anything or just a couples dine in!

  • 5/5 Justin K. 1 month ago on Google • 58 reviews New
    Lovely food and the service was really quick. Serving size were reasonable, entree a bit small but yummy.

  • 5/5 Brian D. 1 month ago on Google • 40 reviews New
    18 years on, like good wine this place never fails to impress and deliver excellent service and food. Thank you Ivan and team. Sammie you are a true hospitality champion. Thank you for always making my mum and dad feel so very special.

  • 5/5 Franklin F. 6 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    Got the table in front of the fire stove. Enjoyed a lovely meal for birthday dinner.

  • 4/5 Donmar65 8 months ago on Google
    Service and food was great!! Nice wine list! I would strongly suggest that the staff have name tags, as I wanted to thank them by name at the end of the night!! 🥂

  • 5/5 Jan B. 2 years ago on Google
    Our Fathers' Day lunch was delivered on time by a very cheery polite guy. It was delicious food and there is plenty for lunch tomorrow!! Thank you all for working on a special to treat we lazy cooks. The man of the day here was delighted.

  • 5/5 Ian C. 2 months ago on Google New
    Went there with a group of about 16 people. Excellent meals served to everyone pretty well together. Service was excellent as was the relaxed atmosphere.

  • 1/5 Zoe 4 months ago on Google
    You’d think if you were going to charge so much for your food that you would make sure it was decent! absolutely disgusting. Not to mention that our waiter was extremely arrogant and rude.

  • 5/5 Aaron C. 2 years ago on Google
    Have been eating here for as long as I can remember. The family orientated business just keeps getting better and better. You feel like you know these guys and gals like family friends. Their new menu format is fantastic with traditional favourites and some new additions. Everything is reasonably priced including the drinks menu. The atmosphere is relaxed and you are never rushed out the door, even when its late and they probably should be. I'll keep recommending this restaurant to my friends and family and can't wait to get back there for dinner or lunch soon.

  • 5/5 roswitha d. 6 months ago on Google
    Even though I am vegan, the food, service and hospitality was absolutely fantastic. The coffee is delicious best coffee I have had in quite some time. Would highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys good food.

  • 5/5 Jane A. 7 months ago on Google
    We had a wonderful function in the front dining room last night. The service was outstanding, friendly and helpful. The food delicious!! They allowed us to stay back way past there closing time, and there was no pushing us to leave…. So appreciated . Highly recommend!!!

  • 5/5 Daniel K. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve eaten here a few times now over the last 12 months and I’ve never been disappointed! It has a real family friendly feel and vibe to the place and you get the impression that the staff really care about your experience. Great drinks selection to go with your meal choices which is a plus. The steak, anti pasto platter and the stuffed mushrooms entree are among my favourite dishes I’ve tried so far. Looking forward to going back!

  • 3/5 Jen 4 years ago on Google
    Second visit. Good table service. Seafood stew didn't seem complete with half a Moreton bay bug and no bread. Felt lacking for the price. The star of the dish was the rich garlicky/seafood broth. Lifted and tied the dish together. Seafood was slightly overcooked so not tender and juicy. No cat parks available-busy times. So had to park down the street

  • 3/5 David L. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there for a celebration. Our table was inside the function room. Spacious. Got a meat lover pizza. Was better than average. However some places which will be mostly serving pizzas will have better choice for the same Price point. My wife had Chicken pasta. Serving was Big. Taste wise, same than the pizza. Better than average, however places will have better recipes from same Price point. In summary, if you look for a restaurant which will allow you to have many choices so everyone will be able to order something they are happy to eat. It is your go to.

  • 4/5 Neil S. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome food. Great service. Good coffee also. Nice ambience but did tend to get a bit noisy when full.

  • 3/5 Andrea D. 1 year ago on Google
    This was our staff end of year Christmas party & I know my boss would have ended up spending a whole lotta cash by the end of the night but whilst the food was enjoyable I was only able to have 2 of the 3 courses as the service was so slow & I had to leave before dessert was served. This slowness carried over to the bar as well. It must have just been a bad night cause the place was packed.

  • 5/5 kojenny123 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely place with excellent service and very reasonable price. Love it!

  • 4/5 AS薛导 1 year ago on Google
    Support local! Just moved in nearby and selected this place for a celebration dinner! Turned out a good pick and everyone was happy with the food! Love the pasta … will be back for others on the menu.

  • 4/5 Cecilia K. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely food & service was good & they were on to it. Love my pasta dish & kids loved their food too especially for my son's birthday. So close to home, perfect.

  • 5/5 Alex L. 1 year ago on Google
    Great ambience and tasty food. Service was prompt even though it was a full house. Well done!

  • 5/5 Andie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Service was great. A bit noisy but it was a busy time for dinner so it was alright. Wait staff were very attentive as well. Will be back to try their pasta and pizza!

  • 5/5 Samar J. 2 years ago on Google
    Attended my friend's bridal shower here yesterday and everything was just perfect. The staff are so friendly and accommodating, the food was scrumptious and set up was adorable. Will be back.

  • 5/5 Tessa L. 1 year ago on Google
    Fabulous service from start to finish. A special function that catered with wonderful food and service. Management went out of their way to offer everything we needed to make this a memorable Occassion. Would offer more than five stars if available. Thank you

  • 5/5 Shuey L. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food, and good service. Will definitely come back again.

  • 5/5 Goran J. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic! Highly recommended. Excellent service, fantastic food, and not super popular with hipsters so you can actually get a table. Wood fire pizza, a great selection of wines, well stocked bar and brilliant seafood dishes, along with the usual Italian classics. Coffee let the experience down a bit, but it is a restaurant and not a cafe after all. We'll keep coming back. Thank you.

  • 5/5 Jodie L. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Celebrated my Uncle's 100th birthday in the function room. The food was the 3 course menu which included calamari which was one of the best I've had. The main was a choice & I ordered the porterhouse which was done perfectly med/rare. The service by Paul & the girls was professional & friendly & timely to a packed room. Excellent all round.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Archie226 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    food: i had a large meatlovers pizza for dinner and it was so oily and greasy that it was hard to eat with a knife and fork, my uncle had a chicken parmigiana and he said it was the worst parmigiana he has ever had and that it wasn't real chicken but it was chicken mush, my other uncle had a lasagna and it was the size of a kids serving, i looked over and salad was larger than the meal itself service: the service was fine but there was only one waiter for the whole restaurant, one thing though is that after dinner both my mother and my uncle ordered a coffee one with full cream and one with out and he puts them down and walks away then we say which is which and he says we have to figure it out ambiance: The ambiance of the restaurant was a letdown. The dim lighting and low energy in the room made it feel more like a retirement home than a restaurant. The atmosphere was off and seemed out of place. also i would like to say this restaurant is in need of kitchen nightmares with Gordon Ramsay


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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