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Criniti's Southbank

Criniti's Southbank Criniti's Southbank is an Italian restaurant located in Freshwater Place, Southbank. The restaurant serves a fusion of traditional and contemporary dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts every day of the week. From wood-fired pizza, steaks, burgers and seafood to gourmet pastas and salads, they have something for everyone. Criniti's Southbank menu combines traditional Southern Italian cuisine with contemporary Australian cuisine to bring you a unique range of flavors that are inspired by traditional Criniti family recipes. They believe that the experience of sharing a meal with family and friends is sacred and should be cherished long after the last bite has been savored, which is why they welcome groups, kids, offers waiter service along with walk-in dining options.
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Recent social media posts

24/06/2026

Shaking things up and plating them perfectly.

The Criniti’s transition you didn't know you needed.

Sip, snap, feast.

  

[Italian cuisine, pizza restaurant, pasta restaurant, cocktails and dining, food lovers, restaurant reels, Australian restaurants]

Italian tradition, served with an elite state of mind. 🍷✨At Criniti’s, every dish tells a story.From the effortless soph...
23/06/2026

Italian tradition, served with an elite state of mind. 🍷✨

At Criniti’s, every dish tells a story.

From the effortless sophistication of a classic pasta to the bold energy of our cocktail connoisseurs, your palate speaks volumes.

At Criniti’s, your table selection is a subtle flex. Swipe through to see what your go-to dish reveals about your social profile.








[restaurant personality, food personality, pizza lover, pasta lover, steak lover, cocktail lover, dessert lover, Italian restaurant,restaurant vibes]

“Sundays are for sharing”         [Sunday dining, family dining, sharing plates, Italian food, pizza lovers, pasta lover...
21/06/2026

“Sundays are for sharing”


[Sunday dining, family dining, sharing plates, Italian food, pizza lovers, pasta lovers, weekend dining, Sunday feast, long lunch, food with friends]

Proof that happiness comes plated. ✨.         [dessert lovers, Italian desserts, sweet treats, dessert time, sweet cravi...
18/06/2026

Proof that happiness comes plated. ✨.



[dessert lovers, Italian desserts, sweet treats, dessert time, sweet cravings, dessert destination, dessert experience]

17/06/2026

🍝✨ Why limit yourself to a singular flavor profile when you can curate a full gallery of Italian gastronomy on one table? Low lighting, fine wine, and a complete collection. 🍷💎


[Pasta lovers, pasta feast, fresh pasta, Italian pasta, authentic Italian food, creamy pasta, pasta restaurant, comfort food, carb lovers, Italian dining]

15/06/2026

The best evenings are measured in moments like these.
A slow pour. A shared dessert. A reason to stay. 🍫✨
Because ending on a sweet note is always worth it. 🍰✨



[dessert lovers, Italian desserts, sweet treats, dessert time, sweet cravings, dessert destination, dessert experience]

Some pizzas are made to share.This one is made to steal the spotlight. 🍕✨Meet our iconic Metre Pizza — handcrafted, load...
14/06/2026

Some pizzas are made to share.
This one is made to steal the spotlight. 🍕✨

Meet our iconic Metre Pizza — handcrafted, loaded with flavour, and impossible to ignore.


[Italian pizza, long pizza, woodfired pizza, pizza lovers, pizza feast, pizza worth sharing, oversized pizza experience, pizza party]

13/06/2026

POV: No one knows how to order small at Criniti’s. 

Where luxury means never having to choose between the truffle pasta and the seafood linguine. 🥂✨



[restaurant vibes, Italian restaurant, group dinner, dinner destination, foodie hotspot, food and drinks, dining experience, restaurant mood]

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.

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