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Il Caminetto, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC

Il Caminetto

4.7 (15)
$40 and under
Italian
114 Pascoe Vale Rd, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Il Caminetto, a family-owned Italian restaurant in Moonee Ponds, has been serving authentic Italian cuisine since 2018, earning a reputation as one of Melbourne's best. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients, the menu features traditional dishes like homemade pasta, 72-hour rested wood-fired pizza, fresh seafood, and options for vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free diners. Guests enjoy an extensive wine list and a warm, welcoming atmosphere with attentive service, making Il Caminetto perfect for romantic dinners, family celebrations, or group events. Experience the true taste of Italy at Il Caminetto!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
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Experiences

  • Best fried pizza in APAC (FORTUNA)

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Il Caminetto x Fortuna Restaurant: One-Night-Only Pizza Collaboration Il Caminetto is proud to announce a special collaboration with the acclaimed Fortuna Restaurant in Singapore for a one-night-only dining experience on June 15th. This exclusive event will feature a curated menu with the best fried pizza in Asia Pacific (Fortuna). Expect signature dishes, collaborative creations, and a shared passion for Italian heritage, all brought to life by chefs from both restaurants on the night.
    Best fried pizza in APAC (FORTUNA) Photo

What 15 people are saying

Il Caminetto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Inner City North

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Il Caminetto is a charming Italian restaurant offering "the best Italian restaurant in Moonee Ponds hands down" with standout dishes like vegan Tiramisu and gluten-free gnocchi. Guests rave about the "fantastic service" and authentic flavors, making it a "Jewell in the Moonee pond suburb." A delightful dining experience awaits.
15 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Melbourne6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Il Caminetto is a local authentic Italian restaurant. The staff are brilliant helpful & welcoming. The food was delicious, it was served hot & promptly. There was a good selection of authentic Italian dishes. My friends chose the parmigiana Della nonna & I had the calamalata al sugo di capretto, followed by coffees canolli & an affogato. We were there for lunch. The verdict, perfetto it was all wonderful. A great place to eat local food in a lovely unpretentious restaurant.

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  2. Michelle

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic meal at Il Caminetto. We always look forward to visiting. If they ever stop making the vegan version of the Tiramisu I will be devastated! I love how they are able to cater for everyone in the family; whether gluten free, vegan or a meat eater etc. The best Italian restaurant in Moonee Ponds hands down.

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  3. Carmel

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Mothers day lunch. Food was magnificent. Service fantastic well sequenced between courses. The cost 10 out of 10. Highly recommended. See you again soon😀

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  4. Toni

    London14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unfortunately the tuna sashimi dish was already unavailable by the time we arrived for lunch (1pm) so I had the bean soup instead - was delicious along with the focaccia I ordered. Didn’t need bread and focaccia though-will need to check whether bread comes with meal next time. Passionfruit pannacotta was delicious too, great texture! All else was great-service, meals, catering for my gluten-free friend, thank you!

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  5. Lulu

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is always incredible. We love coming here and especially love the gf options. The gf gnocchi is divine. Cannot recommend more highly!!

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  6. Maneewan

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic dining experience and hospitality. Thank you!

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  7. Tiina

    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was as expected. Fast service.... Friendly staff

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  8. Kat

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice staff and kind service Delicious food

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  9. Jacinta

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 7, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I visited this Italian restaurant on a busy Monday night—it was completely full, which was a good sign. The highlight of the meal was definitely the pizza: flavorful, well-cooked, and just what you’d hope for from an Italian spot. Unfortunately, the pasta dishes were disappointing. One was overly acidic, while the other had an odd texture and was lacking in flavor, which threw off the balance of the meal. Service was just okay. The staff was polite, but they brought the wrong drinks to our table and didn’t seem particularly attentive. On the plus side, the food came out quickly, even with the place being packed.

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  10. Natasha

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great resturant in the heart of moonee ponds with beautiful food, ambience and service.

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FAQs

Il Caminetto is rated 4.7 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

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  4. Inner City North
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Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Il Caminetto

114 Pascoe Vale Rd, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Moonee Ponds
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
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