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31/07/2026
Our favourite plans always begin with "yes."
Yes to gathering around the table, yes to one more bite, and yes to finishing on something sweet.
Some traditions are meant to be carried forever. 🤍🍝
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Best Italian food, Family style dining, Pizza and pasta cravings, Dinner spread, Food for every mood, Italian restaurant, restaurant vibes]
30/07/2026
Some friendships are measured in years.
The best ones are measured in shared meals, endless laughter, and keeping your dinner promises.
This is your sign to send it to the friend who owes you one. 🍕✨
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[dinner with friends, restaurant experience, social dining, good food good company, dining experience, memorable nights, weekend plans]
26/07/2026
Every unforgettable dining experience begins long before the first bite.
From the perfectly set table to the final toast, every detail is thoughtfully prepared for moments worth savouring. ✨🥂
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Italian restaurant Australia, Group dining, Italian cuisine, Woodfired pizza, Cocktails and wine, Weekend dining, Authentic Italian food]
25/07/2026
The hardest decision at Criniti's isn't choosing where to sit...
It's deciding which craving deserves the first order.
Fortunately, there's always room for another.
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Criniti's, Pasta lovers, pizza feast, authentic Italian food, Cocktails, Australia restaurant, comfort food, carb lovers, Italian dining]
23/07/2026
Some favourites never go out of style. 🍕❤️
Fresh from the woodfire, finished with creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil—because the classics always deserve a place at the table.
What's your go-to Criniti's pizza?
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[satisfying food, Pizza, mozzarella sticks, cheese pull, family dining, family restaurant, food lovers]
22/07/2026
Some meals fill your table. The best ones fill your memories. 🍷🍕❤️
From the first bite to the last laugh, every visit to Criniti's is made to be remembered.
Tag the people who make every meal unforgettable. 👇
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Best Italian food, Family style dining, Pizza and pasta cravings, Dinner spread, Food for every mood, Italian restaurant, restaurant vibes]
20/07/2026
At Criniti's, self-control lasts about as long as it takes to open the menu.
One cocktail becomes two.
One pizza needs a pasta.
And somehow, there's always room for dessert.
As it should be. ✨🍷
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further —Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[restaurant vibes, Italian restaurant, group dinner, dinner destination, foodie hotspot, food and drinks, dining experience, restaurant mood]
19/07/2026
It’s simple math: A full table = a happy table. 😮💨🔥
Beautifully plated. Generously shared. Fondly remembered.
Every full table is another reason to gather at Criniti's. ❤️
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[restaurant vibes, Italian restaurant, group dinner, dinner destination, foodie hotspot, food and drinks, dining experience, restaurant mood]
18/07/2026
This is your sign to stop saying "maybe next week"
Because let’s be honest, "next week" never actually happens.
🍹Grab your favorite person, pick your favorite flavor, and make tonight the plan.
Because great nights always start with a perfectly poured drink.
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[group dining experience,cocktails, cocktail bar, signature cocktails, happy hour,restaurant bar, cocktail specials, cocktail lovers, weekend drinks]
16/07/2026
A guest favourite. A table favourite. Maybe your next favourite too. 🍽️❤️
Proof that great food leaves a lasting impression.
Tag who you're bringing to Criniti's.
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Italian restaurant, Pasta Lovers, Pizza Lovers, Date night restaurant, Family restaurant, Italian dining,
Cocktails and Dining, Foodie Australia]
15/07/2026
Not every proposal needs a ring...
Sometimes, all it takes is a really good coffee. ☕🤎
Say yes to coffee. Say yes to Criniti's.
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Criniti's, Italian coffee, authentic Italian restaurant, coffee lovers, coffee date, Italian dining, after-meal coffee, restaurant Australia]
13/07/2026
There are two types of people:
🍝 The ones enjoying their meal.
👀 The ones secretly planning to order what the next table got.
Which one are you? 😂👇
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further —Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[restaurant reels, pizza lover, pasta lover, steak lover, cocktail lover, dessert lover, Italian restaurant,restaurant vibes]
12/07/2026
Some standards are simply non-negotiable, even when dining at home.
Bring the unmatched Criniti's experience to your table tonight with free delivery. 🍕✨
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[dinner with friends, dinner plans, restaurant vibes, Italian restaurant, pasta lovers, pizza lovers, cocktail bar, foodie Australia]
11/07/2026
We can't plan your life... but we can definitely plan your dinner. 🍕
Whether it's a last-minute catch-up, date night, family dinner, or one of those "I can't be bothered cooking" kind of days, there's always a table waiting at Criniti's.
Tag the friend who always asks, "So... where are we eating?" 👇
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Greenfield Park, Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
[Italian cuisine, pizza restaurant, pasta restaurant, cocktails and dining, food lovers, restaurant reels, Australian restaurants]
10/07/2026
✨ Some tables are simply for dining.
Ours are where birthdays become traditions, business meetings become celebrations, friendships grow stronger, and families come together. 🥂
From intimate dinners to grand celebrations, Criniti's is where every occasion is served with authentic Italian hospitality. 🍷🍝
✨ Celebrate beautifully.
🤍 Celebrate together.
🎉 Celebrate at Criniti's.
Now serving across Australia:
📍 Brighton Le Sands | Carlton | Carousel | Castle Hill | East Perth | Karrinyup | Kotara | Parramatta | Southbank | Wetherill Park
✨ Growing the Criniti's family even further — Greenfield Park, Canberra & Nedlands are coming soon.
Reserve your table today.
🔗 Book via the link in bio.
[Criniti's, Italian restaurant Australia, Celebrate at Criniti's, Group dining, Italian dining, Family restaurant, Authentic Italian food, Birthday celebrations, Corporate dinners]
10/07/2026
The face you make when the biggest pizza at Criniti's arrives. 🍕🤯
Tag the friend who's claiming the first slice. 👇
Credits: Inspired by the character Joey from F.R.I.E.N.D.S
[Joey Doesn't Share Food, sharing plates, Italian food, pizza lovers, pasta lovers, weekend dining, Biggest Pizza]
09/07/2026
If your dreams don't feature our signature pours, they might just need a Criniti's touch.
Elevate your day with the iconic Cocktails at Criniti's. 🥂
[cocktails, cocktail bar, signature cocktails, happy hour, drinks with friends, restaurant bar, cocktail specials, cocktail lovers, weekend drinks]
07/07/2026
Dessert therapy is served. 🤍🍰
Your ex was a walking red flag, but our dessert menu is a certified green flag. No mixed signals, no waiting around—just pure, premium Italian sweetness.
Swipe through and tag the mate who needs a gentle reminder that they deserve treats, not relationship stress.
📍See you at Criniti’s
[dessert lovers, Italian desserts, sweet treats, dessert time, sweet cravings, dessert destination, dessert experience]
06/07/2026
Italian dining is more than food—it's a way of life. 🇮🇹
It's the joy of gathering, the comfort of familiar flavours, and the tradition of sharing every meal with the people you love.
At Criniti's, that's exactly what awaits you.
If you love Italian food, welcome home. ❤️
[Criniti's, Authentic Italian cuisine, Italian restaurant, Premium Italian dining, Woodfired pizza, Dinner with friends, Foodie Australia]
05/07/2026
At Criniti’s, we don’t just serve food—we serve the kind of passion that has brought people together around the table for generations.
This is how love looks in Italian.
👇 Tag your favorite person to share a plate with.
[La Dolce Vita, Criniti's, Italian cuisine, date night restaurant, authentic Italian food, pasta lovers, pizza]
04/07/2026
The rule is simple: when Criniti's is on the table, saying "no" isn't even an option.
From authentic wood-fired pizzas to flawlessly tossed pastas, we're serving the ultimate culinary trifecta.
Saying no was never an option anyway.
Dive into the standard of wood-fired perfection that keeps everyone coming back. 🔥
[Criniti's, Italian restaurant, fresh pasta, woodfired pizza, signature cocktails, Italian desserts, dining experience, Long lunch, Foodie Australia]
03/07/2026
Keep swiping if you like what you see and start booking if you want it on your table tonight. 🤫✨
Book your table at Criniti's and bring this feast to life tonight. 🍷🍝
[Italian restaurant, Pasta Lovers, Pizza Lovers, Date night restaurant, Family restaurant, Italian dining,
Cocktails and Dining, Foodie Australia]
02/07/2026
The sound of ice. The rhythm of the shake. The craft behind every unforgettable cocktail. 🍸✨
From the first shake to the final pour, every drink is made to impress and every sip is worth coming back for. Which cocktail are you ordering first?🍹🥂
[Criniti's, Signature cocktails, Italian cocktails, Happy hour, Cocktail bar, Crafted cocktails, Freshly made cocktails, Drinks with friends]
30/06/2026
Some evenings are for celebrations.
Some are for conversations that last a little longer.
Some are simply an excuse to gather around a great table.
Whatever the occasion, there's a place for it at Criniti's. ✨🥂
[Best Italian food, Family style dining, Pizza and pasta cravings, Dinner spread, Food for every mood, Italian restaurant, restaurant vibes]
29/06/2026
June's Finest Moments 🎬🍷
A look back at the smiles, the sips, and the snapshots.
June was filled with happy faces, shared platters, and moments worth remembering. Our guests tell us they love Criniti's for the generous portions, authentic Italian flavours, welcoming service, and the feeling of being at home every time they walk through our doors.
That's what makes every visit more than just a meal—it's an experience they can't wait to relive. 🍕🍷
When you're here, you're family...salute!
[Italian restaurant, authentic Italian food, woodfired pizza, handmade pasta, Italian dining, family restaurant, cocktails, book a table]
Address
645 Freshwater Place
Southbank, VIC
3006
To get to Freshwater Place Southbank in Melbourne, you can easily take public transport by taking a train or tram to Flinders Street Station and then walking towards the Yarra River. Alternatively, if driving, there are several parking options available nearby including the Freshwater Place Car Park or street parking along Riverside Quay. Once you arrive at Freshwater Place Southbank, you will find a great Italian restaurant located within the building.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8:30am - 10:30pm |
| Tuesday |
8:30am - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday |
8:30am - 10:30pm |
| Thursday |
8:30am - 10:30pm |
| Friday |
8:30am - 12am |
| Saturday |
8:30am - 12am |
| Sunday |
8:30am - 10:30pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious and authentic cuisine that is loved by people all over the world. Criniti's Southbank, located in Freshwater Place Southbank, Melbourne, is one such Italian restaurant that has been voted as Australia's favourite Italian. The restaurant serves a fusion of traditional and contemporary dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert seven days a week.
The menu at Criniti's Southbank is diverse and offers something for everyone. From wood-fired pizza to steaks, burgers, seafood, gourmet pastas, and salads - the restaurant has it all. The dishes are inspired by traditional Criniti family recipes that combine Southern Italian and contemporary Australian cuisine to bring you a unique range of flavours.
What sets Criniti's Southbank apart from other Italian restaurants is its focus on family and friends. The restaurant is family-owned since 2003 and believes in the experience of sharing a meal with loved ones. The staff at the restaurant make sure that every guest feels like they are part of the family.
Criniti's Southbank offers various services such as delivery, catering, groups, kids' menu, outdoor seating, reservations, takeout options, waiters service and walk-ins. Whether you're looking for breakfast or brunch with coffee or a romantic dinner with drinks - this restaurant has got you covered.
In conclusion, if you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience in Melbourne with great food and warm hospitality then Criniti's Southbank should be on your list.
