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Park Street Pasta & Wine

Restaurant Italian restaurant

Cosy Italian eatery dishing up pasta, seafood & steak, plus cocktails & a robust wine list. People often mention pasta, great, service, good, staff, experience, flavour, restaurant, delicious, menu,


Address

268 Park St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Website

www.parkstreetpasta.com.au

Contact

+61 3 9042 8871

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (672 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 12 to 9 PM
  • Friday: 12 to 9 PM
  • Saturday: 12 to 9 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 9 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 12 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: pasta (28) great (15) service (13) good (11) staff (11) experience (11) flavour (10) restaurant (10) delicious (9) menu (8)
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  • 1/5 Jeffrie T. 1 year ago on Google
    Pasta specialist ... but too much seasoning is not good for the soul ... Food ✔️ always a fan of small menu ... Very good home-made pasta, very small portion for what they are charging, $46.00 for a marinara special... but the chef on the night loves his salt. It was just too salty, they gave us 6 desserts on the house for slow serving of mains and being too salty, even the insalata, how is that possible 😫 ... it was disappointing as we all love pasta ... best was the brussel sprouts and cuttlefish ... those are entrees Wine ✔✔✔ short list, okay and some above $20/glass ??? Cocktails ✔️✔️✔️✔️short list but good cocktails Venue ✔✔✔✔ corner block, grand old converted building, just right. great ambiance downstairs, upstairs was good too, but just too loud, not enough sound absorption ... Service ✔✔✔✔✔ kitchen was slow, but front staff are great and very attentive, problem solver, thank you ... Would we go back? Maybe, but not in any hurry ...
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Quincy M. 4 months ago on Google • 602 reviews
    Stunning venue all around, from the space to food to service. The parmigiana ravioli is hearty and full of flavour, making it a great option whether you’re vegetarian or not. But if you do eat meat, the rabbit ragu is a wonderful alternative with a delicate flavour boosted by a hint of orange. There are plenty of starters to round things out like fluffy housemade focaccia and kingfish with smoked oyster mayo. But save some room for dessert as the pistachio crème brûlée is a unique and well executed take on the classic.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Somm 7 months ago on Google • 105 reviews
    I regret to say that my recent visit to this establishment left much to be desired. I had fond memories of a previous visit when it was under different ownership, and the quality of the food was notably better. This time around, however, the experience was quite the opposite. The mozzarella snack was served dry and cold, with the cheese seemingly frozen inside. It was far from the enjoyable appetizer I had hoped for. The Veal Rigatoni dish, unfortunately, came with bone fragments, and the pasta itself was overcooked. This combination made for a less-than-pleasant dining experience. I encountered a language barrier with one of the waitstaff, which made communication challenging. It pains me to write this review, but I believe it's essential to share my experience honestly. Melbourne boasts many pasta places that offer both fair prices and exceptional quality, but, regrettably, this particular establishment does not seem to meet those standards. I genuinely hope that my feedback can contribute to improvements in the future, as I will not be returning under the current circumstances.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 GUT 1 year ago on Google
    The service was nice, the waiter is handsome and funny. However the food portion is small. We felt hungry after the dinner.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Matthew A. 7 months ago on Google • 631 reviews
    I very much enjoyed my dining experience with this restaurant. My partner booked via OpenTable and had no issues. Greeted by a bubbly waitress and directed to our table, water distributed immediately. The vibe and decor of the main dining hall was excellent, not too noisy and tables spaced out comfortably. The menu was diverse to suit a range of palates. Enjoyed all the dishes immensely and the wait staff team were fantastic and professional. Recommend you book a table and enjoy the experience for yourself.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa F. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect from start to finish. Our waitress was excellent and was extremely helpful and considerate when it came to my partners allergies. Food impeccable, I can’t stop thinking about the anchovy butter with the maltagliati. Yum, yum, YUM!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jasmine (. 1 year ago on Google • 407 reviews
    ORDERED: 🍞  Focaccia with whipped ricotta 🧆  Carrozza: 2 mozzarella, culatello prosciutto, rocket salsa for ($24.00) 🍝  Malfadine: ‘cacio e pepe’ black pepper, Pecorino-Romano($29.00) 🍝  Tortelli: crab, chives & mascarpone, prawn bisque, curly parsley ($42.00) 🍝  Tagliolini: prawns, lemon, ginger & pistachio pesto ($42.00) 🍰  Tiramisu: Adore coffee, savoiardi, mascarpone ($18.00) $51.67pp for three people. REVIEW: I enjoyed my time at Park Street Pasta & Wine. We were one of the early arrivals, so were recipients of their full attention. 🙌 The focaccia was delicious. Golden brown all over, soft and savoury on the inside, it's perfect with a simple whipped ricotta. So blessed it's provided complimentary for start of service. The carrozza is unique. I haven't had something like it before, but it reminds me of arancini. A heavy mozzarella filling, it's elevated with a delicately salty prosciutto. Aesthetically I loved the look of the teardrop of pecorino romano pooling on the inside. From the mains, the Malfadine and the Tagliolini were my favourite. Caution! Our Malfadine had a heavy hand of pepper with very bolded edges. It got a little bit heated at times. 😅 Considering they make all their pasta in hand, the pasta itself was magic. Curvaceous ribbons to stringent tagliolini - it was an honour to taste and enjoy. Tortelli was a little left field for me. From the description I was expecting a light seafood flavour, but it was heavy and unsettling. On the other hand, I liked how much of the crab flavour I was tasting. Perhaps it was brought from the heftiness of the flavours, but it wasn't my favourite. Tiramisu was nice. It wasn't overly sweet, but Epocha's tiramisu still holds my heart.  🏛️ Overall, I think the price for Park Street Pasta & Wine at almost $52 per person is worth it. From the craft, to the environment they've created... it's a nice experience overall. Good job!

  • 5/5 Jessica L. 1 year ago on Google
    Small little pasta joint, the food served was good quality, portion sizes were probably just right (although I can always eat more). It was good vibes and staff were nice.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amelia C. 1 year ago on Google
    Cosy authentic restaurant. Loved the atmosphere and most importantly the food was insanely delicious! Can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 John W. 2 years ago on Google
    Have eaten here before and previously enjoyed the food. However last nights experience was different. We were part of a larger group and forced to take the "chefs selection" which I found to be bland, uninspiring and the plate sizes small. I left still feeling hungry and a little ripped off. Also beware that this restaurant adds an additional service charge to your bill which gave us a $120 surprise and the final insult. Not in a rush to return.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Rachael A. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful old building. Delicious complimentary bread and butter. Kinda a highlight! Otherwise, pasta mains were small expensive portions. And I’m not sure my calamari and asparagus was inspired.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Hannah L. 8 months ago on Google
    Love the ambiance of this restaurant, beautiful lighting and perfect for a date night. Pastas are delicious. We also ordered the burrata entre which tasted refreshing. Staffs were friendly and service was fast.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 He Q. 2 years ago on Google
    I love the atmosphere there. Favorite of the night was the panna cotta. Pasta was nicely made but for me it will be even better if they added in a little bit more flavor. Worth going especially for a date night.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Robert L. 2 years ago on Google
    Unbelievable that I spend more than one hour to wait just for the pasta to come. Ordered at 12:30, food come later than 2 pm. The pasta also is the worse one I have ever had. Don’t know what’s the good reviews come from. Never come to this place again. The food are disaster. A side of broccoli cost me $15, what that broccoli made from? Gold?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 amin d. 6 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    It was lunch time, and it was our first time at "park street pasta and wine". It is a local restaurant but I can say it was a local gem! They served a welcome plate that was Italian bread and cheese with infused oil. Really impressed me.I asked for their special and it was four cheese maccheroni with toasted caramelized walnut on it, it really love that. The second dish was duck and veal angolotti that its taste and amount didn't satisfied me, its sauce could be thicker and amount as well. Although my second plate was not what I expected, but their 4cheese maccheroni was as great as much that I will go back there taste other items as well. Their service lady were fully helpful, with smile that made me put 5 star out of 5 to this restaurant. Just two other thing. One is that it is not a cheap restaurant but reasonable price for me.(5 percent cheaper was better of course). At the last point, I should mention is that their cleanness in their toilet shows that every detail is important for manager and staff and that was important for me as well. Good job guys! See you soon. 100% recommend this restaurant.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Glen P. 4 months ago on Google • 232 reviews
    We loved the pasta here. We had some dietary restrictions at the time but Martina’s service was excellent and with her guidance we did not regret anything. It was worth the short trip from Melbourne CBD

  • 4/5 Jamie P. 6 months ago on Google • 172 reviews
    The photo came out slightly dim, likely due to the restaurant's ambiance, but it didn't overshadow a pleasant dining experience. Opting for their special, the beef cheeks, proved to be an excellent choice. The dish was expertly prepared, boasting a tender texture that practically melted in the mouth. Its taste was truly delightful, leaving a memorable impression.

  • 5/5 Esauro88 6 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    Everything was exceptional! Great staff, exquisite food! The steak was massive and cooked perfectly! Great, great, great Tiramisù! Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Mike 4 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    One of the best chef's menus I have had. Service was very seamless as well. Highly recommend visiting!

  • 5/5 Olivia R. 4 months ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Highly recommend! The service is next level; the restaurant was packed, and our drinks came 2 minutes after ordering. The staff were lovely and genuine; you could tell they put pride into what they do. The food was delicious and worth the price. Perfect spot for a romantic date, with dim lighting and candles on each table.

  • 5/5 Alana C. 2 years ago on Google
    Cute venue, lovely service and perrrfect al dente pasta. Seasonal menu. Ingredients and flavours incredibly fresh.

  • 3/5 Jade T. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere, food was ok. Quality of the pasta itself was great but flavours were a little basic. Didn't really enjoy the desserts. Chocolate one was a bit bitter.

  • 4/5 Jen/Kay T. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food and staff! There is not too many options to pick from but the dishes we selected were lovely. The spaghetti was a bit undercooked though. The burrata was insane! A must try dish.

  • 5/5 Steve B. 2 years ago on Google
    Sensationally fresh pasta, cooked perfectly, and served with flair. Small selection of wine by the glass, but delicious. Bottle choice was broad and quite international. Definitely returning.

  • 5/5 Arvin W. 2 years ago on Google
    Really cozy place to dine in. If you're craving for some good pasta, this is the place to go. I got myself the Conchiglie al nero (squid ink) past and it was tasty. It had a strong seafood flavour coming from the octopus at the beginning, but it was getting better spoon by spoon. The pasta was al dente and the octopus was chewy. They also gave complimentary bread with some cream cheese dipping sauce, it was tasty 😋.

  • 4/5 Morgan 2 years ago on Google
    We chose a perfect Autumn day to dine on the parklet deck, a recent addition at Park Street Pasta & Wine. They certainly know how to deliver on flavour in their food and decided our favourite dish, on this visit, was the barbecued squid, ink, confit potato, sea herbs!

  • 4/5 W W. 3 years ago on Google
    Visited here during lunch and thoroughly enjoyed our slow-braised pork pappardelle. The cloudy Bay clam linguine was alright, didn't like how majority of the roes were on the clam shell, not in the pasta. The portions are on the smaller side for its side but flavors were authentic and felt like we were back in Italy. Though one of the waiters wasn't very friendly towards us, but was extremely welcoming to other guests. It didn't really bother us, but we just joked at how the attitude of the waiter reminded us of some snobbish services in France.

  • 5/5 Stefano C. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome lunch!! Would definitely recommend..

  • 5/5 Jen T. 2 years ago on Google
    The best pasta I’ve had, hands down. Entire experience was lovely - great cocktails, starters, and mains. I still cannot get over the delicious focaccia! We chose to share a few things and had the hardest time narrowing it down. Went with the fried cheese and scallops to begin with and then we shared the cacio e pepe and the agnolotti. Both were so fresh and tasty, and I couldn’t pick what I loved most. Can’t wait to go back and try more of the menu. Such a great spot and great staff. Photos are a bit dark and don’t do it justice. Just goooooo!

  • 2/5 Sally Y. 1 year ago on Google
    A few people recommended this place for pasta but I was quite disappointed. We ordered the pasta special which was a seafood tagliatelle - overly salty and the pasta was past al dente. The main of lamb we ordered was also too salty. The brussels sprouts were good but not sure if they were meant to be that charred as it was quite bitter. Tiramisu was just ok.

  • 5/5 Zoe 9 months ago on Google
    the food here was super yummy and the staff were really friendly as well :) it’s nice to come here and sit outside on a warm night

  • 5/5 Alfredo G. 11 months ago on Google
    Great food and amazing service from the staff very attentive and helpful nice wines by the glass mozzarella in carozza to die for good size pasta portions pappardelle bolognese and black tagliatelle with prawns and pistachio pesto to finish the pistachio brulee .Nice and cosy place you feel that you are at home will go back

  • 4/5 Alexis O. 9 months ago on Google
    Food was amazing! Was squeezed in to a table in the corner near the kitchen so the seating wasn’t ideal. The staff are great and are quick to respond, i don’t know if that’s cause of the table time limit or just great service. I like to think the latter. Simple menu but delicious would be back again for sure

  • 5/5 Jess 2 years ago on Google
    My fiancé and I had an amazing experience at this restaurant. We had the chefs menu and everything was incredible. Excellent pasta dishes, pork meatball entree was delicious, and cocktails were lovely. Very attentive service. Would definitely return and recommend to others.

  • 4/5 Xiao C. 1 year ago on Google
    What a great place and awesome experience celebrating my 1 year wedding anniversary. Loved the complimentary prosecco as well as the initial focaccia starter - whipped ricotta butter was so smooth! We ordered the roasted zucchini, mafaldine cacio e pepe, conchiglie mushroom ragu, coal charred brocolini and the tiramisu and all dishes tasted great. Pasta was perfectly Al dente for our liking and full of flavour. The vegetables were equally as delicious with a very well balanced (not too sweet, with a nice bitterness) tiramisu to finish. Only comment is the pasta came only lukewarm and was cold before we managed to finish them. Happy to eat cold regardless it was that good flavour wise though.

  • 2/5 Madeline “Maddie” S. 1 year ago on Google
    We really wanted to love park street, we have been told the menu changed recently but we got the Agnolotti and the pappardelle. agnolotti was undercooked, not al dente but probably that 2 minutes cooking before it is al dente, the flavour was yum and I ate it because I just didn’t want to have a night complaining but it was disappointing. The Wagu was super watery; husband found it lacking flavour and it was pasta swimming around meat and a brown broth of water. We both covered in chilli and had 2 serves of the tomato salad which was missing one thing, salt. If the tomato’s were pre salted it would have been a show stopper but it was heavily improved with us adding salt at least. We had the free focaccia and asked for a second serve, the butter it came with was yum! Didn’t do dessert because a friend was there this week and said don’t bother. Would I go back? Sure I would try again, but for the price of the pasta I would probably go somewhere else for $170 to eat 2 pastas 2 salads and 2 basic wines.

  • 3/5 Scott P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice flavours but very rushed service (from sitting down to out the door in 1 hour with 2 courses, even after specifically asking not to be rushed). Tuna tartare was lovely, well balanced flavours. Mains of duck agnolotti were ridiculously small serves for a “main” at that price. Including a couple of drinks each - just under $200!!!

  • 4/5 Ameet G. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful atmosphere and food was really excellent. We had a super variety of wines and cocktails and we really enjoyed it. Felt a little rushed with ordering food as multiple waiters would keep asking for our order even if we needed more time. But over all we really liked the food and drink. 100% would recommend for a dinner with friends or even as a couple.

  • 5/5 Alireza A. 1 year ago on Google
    THAT WAS AMAZING! The pasta was great, steak was excellent and the Lasagna was also super tatsy. The staffs specially Adian was super friendly and lovely. We had also Tiramisu which was so fresh. Highly recommended this place!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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