Caterina's Cucina E Bar

Name: Caterina's Cucina E Bar
Address: 221 Queen Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, AU
Telephone: +61396708488
Price range: $$$

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Caterina's Cucina E Bar is a beloved institution in Melbourne that offers sophisticated, traditional Italian lunches with a modern twist. The underground dining room boasts an Art Deco entrance, discreet wait staff, and a mix of corporate and foodie clientele. Led by Chef Marcello Mariani, the team infuses authentic Northern, Central, and Southern Italian flavors into each dish. Come experience the unexpected at Caterina's!

Recent social media posts

25/05/2026

The surcharge conversation

02/04/2026

Oh my .. we Venetians are so traditional at Easter that seafood becomes our go to. Today the hero is my brother who has sourced 40 kg of Robe lobster & the chefs’ hero dish is lobster ravioloni & spuma di zucca. Buona Pasqua a tutti .. quack‼️

10/02/2026

Which one will make the cut?

Mezzelune of prawn, fish bisque, white asparagus cream, crunchy spears

or

Pansoti with taleggio & fig, Ligurian walnut sauce, rucola oil?

16/01/2026

Allora, we have loved our much needed break to recharge, recreate some new dishes and reimagine a new year. We are back on January 20th as we head into our 31st year of being part of our Melbourne hospitality community .. buono‼️

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06/01/2026

New York!!
You gave me the quality family time l needed.
I explored, you delivered.
You were exhilarating as much as you were comforting.
Definitely won’t miss lining up for iconic places in freezing conditions but will miss the daily anticipation of new restaurants/bars/delis, insane music venues & vintage shopping!
Ciao for now!

22/12/2025

We love you Melbourne 🤍 Buon Natale and stay safe.

17/12/2025

What an incredible run to the end of 2025. We want to thank our community for their ongoing support of myself and the team. We love what we do, we love the Italian spirit and we love creating food and wine experiences.
We are closing on Monday 22 December and reopening on Tuesday 20 January.
Our 20k + steps per day will be replaced by hours of rest. Buon Natale e Anno Nuovo. 🇮🇹🎄

30/11/2025

We’re back with episode three of Hospitality Now: Unconventional Wisdom. It’s all about different models for hospitality and what happens when you step off the traditional path.

You’ll hear truth-bombs and maverick takes from Caterina Borsato, doyenne of celebrated Melbourne restaurant Caterina's Cucina E Bar; founder of modern supper club, Club Sup, Sophie McIntyre; and Zoe Birch, the chef and co-owner of Greasy Zoes as they discuss their paths and choices with Melbourne Food & Wine’s creative director, Pat Nourse.

Catch the latest episode of Hospitality Now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, wherever you get your podcasts, or right here 👉 https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au/hospitalitynow/

29/11/2025

So proud to be living in Australia with Italian DNA. Humbled to receive this award from . My career has been a labour of love and after it’s all said and done, it’s back to the daily grind of serving people, promoting my Italian roots and honouring everything that is hospitality. This one is for you papà.

27/10/2025

Wow! After a tumultuous period in our restaurant’s life we have survived to celebrate our 30th year and are humbled and grateful to receive Two Hats at last night’s ’s Good Food Guide Awards 2026. This year this award is especially meaningful. The biggest thank you to .

The biggest shout out goes to my team, past and present, who have made Caterina’s what it is, especially and who have helped me rebuild and retain our level.
A massive thanks to our customers and wider community that continue to return and of course our wonderful suppliers that keep us at the top of our game. Finally, big love to my family that mentally and emotionally kept me on the right track!

A restaurant is the sum of all of this .. after the accolades, it’s back to the daily grind which fuels our love for this industry.

24/10/2025

I couldn’t do it without my incredible team. Happy birthday to us. My heart is full♥️

23/10/2025

We’ve had some fun getting ready for our 30th birthday this Saturday.
We’ve nearly made it! Tomorrow, we toast you all with a vin santo and cantucci to cap off our week. Grazie mille Melbourne for your love and support.

22/10/2025

Our 2021 love child! Baccalà Mantecato was a trial and error experiment that has become one of our all time favourites and we are giving it away to every person who dines with us tomorrow to continue our celebrations and as a thank you to Melbourne.

Address

221 Queen Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000

To reach this Italian restaurant located on Queen Street in Melbourne, public transport options include taking a train or tram to Flinders Street Station and then walking through the CBD towards the south.

If driving, from the west take King Street or from the east take Queen Street and park at one of the nearby car parks; alternatively, there is street parking available on some of the surrounding streets.

It is recommended to check for traffic updates and parking availability before heading out.

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 3pm
Tuesday	12pm - 3pm
Wednesday	12pm - 3pm
Thursday	12pm - 3pm
Friday	12pm - 3pm

Telephone

+61396708488

Website

http://www.caterinas.com.au/

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What people say

Italian restaurants are known for their authentic produce, traditional recipes, and warm hospitality. Caterina's Cucina E Bar in Queen Street, Melbourne embodies all of these qualities and more. The restaurant was founded by Caterina herself, who was inspired by her travels to Italy and her love for antiques and history.

Entering the underground dining room through large Art Deco gates, guests are greeted by discreet wait staff who cater to a mainly corporate clientele as well as foodies. The lunch menu offers sophisticated yet traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist, prepared by Chef Marcello Mariani and his team who draw upon Northern, Central, and Southern Italian cuisine.

What sets Caterina's apart from other Italian restaurants is its ability to defy expectations. The classical dining room is adorned with Venetian masks and antique decor, creating an ambiance that transports guests to Italy. Whether you choose to indulge in a lengthy lunch or enjoy an espresso-style meal, the pure flavors and simplicity of the dishes will leave you satisfied.

Caterina's Cucina E Bar has been a Melbourne institution since its launch in 1995. It is a testament to the fact that good food, wine, and stories are at the heart of Italian hospitality. If you're looking for an authentic Italian dining experience in Melbourne that combines tradition with modernism, then look no further than Caterina's Cucina E Bar on Queen Street.