Top 10 Restaurants In Carlton, Melbourne
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Also known as Little Italy, the district of Carlton is home to some of the best restaurants in Melbourne. Be it for a date night; a special occasion; a family dinner; a long, leisurely lunch; or casual, no-fuss meal, Carlton has it all. Here are 10 gems from the neighborhood
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1. The Beaufort
Gastropub, Restaurant, Australian
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2. Epocha
Restaurant, European
3. The Town Mouse
Bar, Restaurant, Australian
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4. Big Mama
Restaurant, Korean, Japanese
5. Seasons Provedore
Bar, Restaurant, Pizzeria, Italian, Fast Food
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6. DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar
Restaurant, Bar, Pizzeria, Italian
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If you are looking for an authentic Italian joint, you’re at the right place. DOC Pizza & Mozzarella Bar is part of Tony Nicolini’s Italian empire, one of the pioneers of the Melbourne artisan pizza movement. It’s a celebration of simplicity and deliciousness; thin crispy bases are paired with core Italian ingredients. There is a good variety of gourmet pizzas, salads, as well as what seems like never-ending pages of cheeses and cured meats. Choice picks include the Pizza ai Porcini, Pizza San Daniele, and Pizza Salsiccia, but don’t forget to give the D.O.P. Italian buffalo mozzarella a go too. There are also a couple of dessert pizzas to indulge in: a goat’s cheese tiramisu, as well as pannacotta.
7. Kitchen 520
Restaurant, Australian, Korean
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