Celebrating Authentic Italian Dishes, honouring single ingredients in their abundance.
A relaxed extension of our Italian Kitchen. Enjoy antipasti any time of the day and wine from our carefully curated wine list.
Locanda Restaurant & Public Bar is located in the heart of Melbourne’s iconic Theatre District and offers a sophisticated and relaxed Melbourne dining experience.
Executive Chef Bas Van Uyen's new menu focuses on the finest produce procured from key growing regions of Victoria. From Geelong to Gippsland and north to the Wimmera, Bas' menu encapsulates the heart and soul of the regions in each dish, whilst remaining sustainable and supporting local farmers.
Enjoy ice cold Draught beer and Explore our carefully curated selection of cocktails and fine Victorian wines in the Public Bar. Locanda Public Bar is an ideal meeting place for drinks or dinner. Before heading to the theatre, take a seat outside in our all weather terrace overlooking Her Majesty's Theatre and watch the Melbourne China Town night light unfold before you.
Home to two well appointed Private Dining Rooms, Locanda Private Dining is suitable for all occasions and features signature share menus including our Grazing Table or a selection of our moorish Italian street food.
Open Breakfast & Dinner.
Winner - Restaurant of the Year 2019 (TAA Vic Awards 2019)Winner - Restaurant of the Year 2018 (TAA Vic Awards 2018)
Dutch Born chef, Bas Van Uyen started his apprenticeship in Cookery at the age of 14. Before commencing at Rydges Melbourne, he was the Executive Sous Chef at Crown Melbourne and Group Operations Executive Chef for the Lucas Group.