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03/10/2026
And for your Saturday night - a bowl of our Fettuccine Lobster.
With vodka cream, lobster, cherry tomatoes and chilli.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
01/10/2026
Spend the evening with Hugo - where everyone becomes part of the famiglia.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
25/09/2026
🌊 Take a trip to the Italian seaside with our Frutti di Mare.
With marinara, fior di latte, king prawns, mussels, calamari and basil.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
23/09/2026
Your sign to stop by at Hugo for a Negroni 🍹
21/09/2026
🟢 Crack into our Pistachio Creme Brulee. Made with Pistachio Papi and irresistibly delicious.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
19/09/2026
🟥 Next week Hugo is celebrating Negroni week from Tuesday 22nd to Sunday 27th September - with $18 negronis.
For one week only, settle in at Hugo and enjoy three takes on the iconic Italian cocktail, all pouring for just $18 each.
Secure your table now.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
18/09/2026
🏖️ Sit back this weekend, and take a trip to the Italian coast with our Frutti di Mare.
Topped with marinara, fior di latte, king prawns, mussels, calamari and basil. Cin cin!
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
15/09/2026
🍹 No matter your drink of choice - our bartenders are here to look after you.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
12/09/2026
Ready for another Hugo weekend.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
11/09/2026
🍸 The Hugo A-team is ready for another weekend. Settle in, order a Hugo Spritz and enjoy the night.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
09/09/2026
✨ Settle in under the neon and let Hugo take care of you.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
06/09/2026
Affogato comes from the Italian word for “drowned” - a scoop of gelato drowned in a hot shot of espresso.
Simple, classic, perfect.
🍝 Italian cuisine with a Melbourne twist
📍 1116-1118 Mt Alexander Rd, Essendon VIC
🍕 Best pizza, pasta & cocktails in Essendon
❤️ Where Hugo, I go
Address
1116/1118 Mt Alexander Road, Essendon
Melbourne, VIC
3040
The Italian restaurant is located on Mt Alexander Road in Melbourne. For those using public transportation, take the train or tram to the nearest station/stop and walk towards Mt Alexander Road. Alternatively, for those driving, take the appropriate route and follow directions towards Mt Alexander Road. Parking options may vary depending on availability of street parking or nearby parking facilities.
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 3pm |
|
5pm - 10:30pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 3pm |
|
5pm - 10:30pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 9:30pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious pizzas, pastas, grills, and cocktails. And Hugo Dining on Mt Alexander Road in Melbourne is no exception. This Italian restaurant offers a symphony of flavors in each of their cocktails that will surely leave you wanting more. Their Bistecca del Giorno, steak of the day, is a must-try for all steak lovers out there. But what sets Hugo Dining apart from other Italian restaurants is their zeppoles - a sweet treat that you shouldn't miss! You can even get a box of zeppoles when you order any 3 pizzas for just $49 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. And if you're looking for a mouthwatering feast to enjoy at home, Hugo Dining's takeaway deal is perfect for you. For just $49, you can get 3 pizzas and a serving of zeppole - an exclusive offer available for pick-up only. So why not slice into happiness and order now at the link in their bio?
