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OVERVIEW

With over 20 years in operation, Caterina’s Cucina e Bar is a Melbourne icon. The restaurant, led by Caterina Borsato of the Regional Italian Cuisine television series, has dedicated years to turning out sophisticated, traditional Italian lunches with a bow to modernism, and shows no sign of slowing down. It’s lunchtime in the CBD and from Queen Street, Caterina’s underground dining room is entered through large iron gates. The wait staff is known for its discretion, and the corporate clientele, from bankers to lawyers as well as foodies, fill the dining room. Whilst lunch can certainly be a lengthy afternoon affair which is simply so Italian, so too can Caterina’s do lunch “espresso” style.

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CUISINE

Italian

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AWARDS
15.5/20

2019 Good Food Guide Awards

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ADDRESS

Basement 221 Queen St
Melbourne, VIC 3000

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TELEPHONE

03 9670 8488

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OPENING HOURS

Mon-Fri:

Lunch: 12pm - 3pm

Bar until 6pm

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FEATURES

Functions, Private Dining, Wheelchair Access

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LICENSE

Fully Licensed

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