One of the very best Italian dining. Never rushed though courses. Reasonable price and affordable to have a full 3 course. Very freshly made cuisine. Would certainly recommend as top restaurant.

Wonderful family run business, the food is top class. Always felt welcome & been going there for years never had a bad meal, prices ain't too steep either. Thank you Mario!

What a beautiful little resturant with amazing food. Came here for my dad's 60th waitress was so attentive nothing was too much trouble. Mario and his wife are lovely can't wait to go back!

Ive lived in footscray for nearly 13 years and I didnt realise we had a Hidden Gem on our doorstep.!! Myself and my husband and son came for my and my husbands birthdays for a slap up meal well Ive got to say the food was Fabulous and Plentiful also the Service was very very good made you feel very welcome and a lovely atmosphere. I highly recommend Mario La Stella what a lovely place to go for an beautiful meal and Great Hosts Father Mario and his Daughter. Will definetly go there again 10 out of 10... Review left from Jacqueline Whiting

Great food and great value

A hidden gem that's very easy to drive past. Great food served in a lovely n cosy setting.

A lovely family run restaurant with friendly service, serving excellent quality food. U will not be disappointed on your visit!

Have not been here for years as used to be a regular with my brother. He was over from Spain and thought we would like to visit the old places. Everything was as we remembered. A little Italian oasis. The food was of the same high standard and even the music brought back so many happy memories. Mario is a fantastic chef and still turns out lovely tasteful food at a very reasonable price for both food and drink. Marmot to give it a try. Thankyou for a lovely evening.

Never disappointed by the food when we come here. Family run and beautifully simple. The seafood options are always my favourite. It’s like stepping back in time decor wise, but the food is fabulous.

Amazing food made from best quality ingredients, reasonably priced.

A favourite place for my wife and I. Try the Calzone.

A wonderful traditional Italian Restaurant that has been established since 1977. The food is out of this world and comes highly recommended. Totally worthy of five stars.