Clients reviews about 🍕 Piccolino Woodfired Pizza & Homemade Pasta

If you are looking for a true, authentic Italian dining experience... Piccolino is the place to go. The owner is attentive, friendly and provided steller customer service. which is so rare these days. The homemade pasta is just like "Nonna' makes; fresh and absolutely delicious. Very generous servings of everything. We were so full from the starters and pasta that we couldn't fit in dessert. Piccolino is a hidden gem... for us, a good thing, meaning we enjoyed a quieter dining room, but a shame as this place is so good that it should been fully booked for a Sunday lunch. We will 100% be back and will be telling anyone who wil listen to go and eat at Piccolino! Side note: They get extra bonus points from me becuase they play current Italian music! ~ Amanda V

I had an enjoyable dining experience at Piccolina Woodfire Pizza and can’t recommend it more highly! I tried their Mushroom Truffle Pasta in a Woodfire Pizza Bowl, and wow, it delivered on every level. The pasta was perfectly cooked, rich with sautéed mushrooms and laced with truffle oil elegant and indulgent. The genius twist: the pasta was served inside an edible woodfired pizza bowl. That pizza crust bowl added another texture dimension and made the dish feel extra special. The atmosphere was warm and inviting; you could tell the chef and team cared about the craft. Friendly service, attention to detail and a relaxed vibe made this place perfect for a treat or a special outing. ~ Amilliah

Our absolute favourite restaurant! ❤️ We’ve been coming to Piccolino for years and it never disappoints. The food is always incredible, especially the woodfired pizzas, which are honestly some of the best we’ve ever had. 🍕👌 What makes Piccolino extra special though is the beautiful, warm atmosphere and the wonderful people. Andrea, the owner, is absolutely amazing and always makes us feel so welcome and looked after every time we visit. You can genuinely see how much love and passion he puts into the restaurant and making sure his customers are happy. We absolutely love this place and couldn’t recommend it highly enough! ❤️🍕🇮🇹 ~ Rosanna F

This was my first time coming here and I was very happy and impressed with the food and service and atmosphere. The staff are very friendly and respectful. I ordered a gluten free La Bomba, which was delicious and you could tell just how fresh the ingredients were and that they were of high quality. My nephew ordered a Margherita, he loved the cheese and the pizza sauce. The pizza dough was cooked really well on both pizzas and there was even consistency with the cooking. I also had two flatwhite coffees which were made really and were delicious. I would highly recommend Piccolino and I look forward to coming again. ~ K P

A great authentic Italian place. Food Ordered: 💕 Antipasto - olives, mozzarella sticks, deep fried croquettes, mushroom truffle bruschetta, focaccia slices, salami, mortadella and cheese 💕 Gnocchi bolognese 💕 Mushroom truffle tagliatelle Spaghetti bolognese in a bowl (signature dish) 💕 La bomba pizza The antipasto - chef’s kiss 💋. The pastas were delicious and the pizza, loved it! Everything was made with love. The service was great, felt just like dinner at nonnas. A great dinner place with friends and family for authentic wood fire pizza and handmade pasta. ~ Kelly E

Piccolino Pizza offers a unique and delightful dining experience! I tried their famous pasta served in an edible handcrafted pizza bowl, and it was absolutely incredible. For just an extra $5, you can enjoy your favorite pasta dish in a delicious, crispy pizza bowl that adds a whole new layer of flavor and texture to the meal. The combination of perfectly cooked pasta and the savory pizza crust is a must-try. The ambiance is cozy, and the staff is welcoming and attentive. If you're looking for a unique twist on Italian cuisine, Piccolino Pizza is the place to be! ~ Vani S

I had a fantastic experience dining here recently. The quality of the ingredients really stands out in every bite. I was especially impressed by the pizza, which featured perfectly charred crusts and delicious toppings like fresh jalapeños and savoury olives. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and authentic. It is the kind of place where you want to try a bit of everything on the menu, from the flavourful pasta served inside a bread bowl to the crisp side salads. I cannot wait to return for another meal soon. ~ Lina M

Being from Rome, I had to try the suppli', and I was very happy I did. The calamari was delicious, and the wild boar ragu' was simply amazing, especially paired with a nice glass of Primitivo. The cosy atmosphere and hearing the staff speak in Italian made me feel at home straight away. Piccolino has that genuine, warm feeling that Umbria is so well known for. A beautiful evening thanks to Andrea and his fantastic team, their passion, great ingredients, and excellent cooking. Grazie ragazzi!!! See you soon! ~ Massimiliano A

We were visiting from Adelaide on holiday celebrating our anniversary last night and had came across Piccolini online – and are so glad we did! The food was absolutely incredible! The porchetta pizza was the best we’ve ever had, and the pasta served in a pizza bowl was unique & delicious. Andrea was so friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. We also loved the cosy, vibrant vibe of the place. Highly recommend – this was such a memorable meal on our trip and will definitely return the next time we are in Melbourne! ~ Kate J

The restaurant is as welcoming as the food, the staff are understanding and very kind. If I could I would give more stars, the dough is delicious, I ate a whole pizza by myself it was so delicious. I would eat there more often, but I'm returning to Brazil for my father's health reasons. I hope they have all the success and happiness, as well as resilience, because I know that work like this in Melbourne can be a bit exhausting sometimes (Lots of competition, but even so, for me it doesn't come close to this homemade pizzeria). ~ Luciano C

Highly recommend this excellent owner operated Italian restaurant in the heart of Fitzroy North after eating here for a 2nd time. Andrea - the owner is so friendly, genuine, welcoming & accomodating. No drama about Gluten Free Pizza or adding ingredients to a Pizza. PLUS we had THE most delicious & fresh salad as an entree. The food is extremely generous & very well priced as is the delicious wine. Wonderful authentic Italian music in the background. Thank you Andrea & your team. Will definitely be back soon 👍🏻 🇮🇹 🍕🍷🥗👍🏻 ~ T F

I randomly Googled "best wood fire pizza in Melbourne" and this place came up. Even though it was a late Sunday night and they were not far off closing, they let us come by for a pizza after an outing in the city. Not only did it come out within 5 minutes of ordering, but it was AMAZING! Such a good pizza (I had the La Bomba with added mushrooms and truffle oil and my daughter had a margerita with extra cheese). The owner was so nice and was happy to have a chat. We will come back - highly recommend! ~ Catherine J

Hi Andrea, I am not close to you but want to go to your restaurant b/c of the reviews and your google ads, you will definitely be on my list next time I am in the area. I think you have got your marketing just right with all your Italian traditions, your unique offering (pasta in a pizza bowl) and you as the 5th part of the package! (it was cute) Nice story/background and will definitely visit when in the area :-) Food reviews provided indicative of other reviews ... ~ Paul B

We recently hosted a function here and couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out. The team was incredibly organised, attentive, and made the whole experience seamless from start to finish. The food was absolutely delicious and beautifully presented, and all our guests had nothing but great things to say. The atmosphere was perfect for our event, and the staff went above and beyond to make sure everyone was looked after. Highly recommend for any special occasion! ~ M B

I had an amazing dining experience at Piccolino Pizza! The pizzas were simply delicious – perfectly crisp crust, fresh ingredients, and just the right amount of cheese and toppings. The Margherita was a standout, bursting with flavor. The cozy ambiance and friendly staff made our visit even more enjoyable. It’s rare to find a place that ticks all the boxes, but Piccolino Pizza does it effortlessly. Highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Italian pizza!" ~ Shivani C

One of the best pizza and pasta restaurants in Melbourne!! I ordered the Mushroom Truffle add Italian Sausage and OMG the flavours were honestly incredible, we also got the Italian Stallion Pizza which was also another Incredible dish. First time dining I dined with my partner, and now I bring my family and even my extended family whenever we/they feel like some authentic Italian food. I highly recommend Piccolino Woodfired Pizzeria in Fitzroy. Just wish I could give more than 5 stars!! ~ PJ S

Stellar quality dough, crispy, leapoard print! I loved it, probably the best pizza base i have had. Excellent value, not expensive. The toppings were really tasty, well seasoned and good quality- i got a kind of margherita and the pork and fennel. The only thing i would say is, for my taste, the tomato sauce needed a bit more tomato. I will be ordering again, maybe get the marg with cherry tomatoes? ~ Chris T

A touch of Italy !! This place has become my local .. I eat here every week , amazing authentic Italian cuisine - The Pastas and Pizzas always hit the spot - with a great selection to choose from - made by Italians!! Every time I eat here , I feel like I’m in an Italian village ! And what makes the experience even better is , the boys Andrea and Lorenzo. They always make you feel like you’re part of the family . ❤️ ~ Marco R

went here on the first night out of lockdown! it was v busy with both eat-in and takeaway but the customer service was consistently wonderful. i worked in hospitality for many years and commend how well they handled such a HUGE rush of people! the food was delicious as well. we had the norma pasta (eggplant based) and duck ragu both of which were so yummy! we're locals in the area and im so glad we got the chance to dine here. ~ sofia g

BEST DISCOVERY IN FITZROY NORTH! Casually pass by on a Sunday afternoon, walk in 'cause I was craving some pasta n pizza, had the wild boar home made tagliatelle, they were delish!!! I'm raised n born in Italy, traveling around Aus, so for me it's really difficult to find good authentic Italian food, I wasn't disappointed, this place is a must go ;) Per gli italiani consigliatissimo! Grazie Andrea, sei un bomber xx ~ ginevra g

GENUINE REVIEW. I’m new to Melbourne and felt like some nice woodfire pizza. saw this restaurant came here and ask for a nice pizza with a bit chilli. MATE THIS PIZZA WAS THE BEST I HAVE EVER HAD. If YOU are reading this you need to try it!!! The service was OUTSTANDING, customer service MIND BLOWING, took 5mins for pizza to get ready. The tomato sauce felt like it came right from heaven! BEST OF THE BEST. I would give it 11/10 stars. ~ Ansh H

Wow took me back home to Italy 5 stars is not enough I'd give u 10 The pizza mamma mia wow fantastico stupende mai portato casa 10 stelle non è abbastanza Grazieeee da sarah e jessica ~ Jessica D

Ok, we need to talk about this place and the owner Andrea. You want authentic Italian food prepared by authentic Italians? Look no further, thus is it! Food is absolutely delicious and the owner is an absolute gem. Do yourself a favour, cancel your current dinner plans, re-route Waze straight to see Andrea and enjoy the closest thing you’ll get to a home cooked Italian meal. ~ Antonio E

We were a group of 17 celebrating an 80th birthday at Piccolino's and found the food and service excelent. The appetizers were varied, fresh and of excellent quality. Similarly for the main courses which consisted of a large variety of fresh house made pastas and pizze. Andrea, the proprietor served us promptly, efficiently and with good humor. It was just like a Sunday family lunch. ~ Pat D

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