Cicciolina

Cicciolina sits on Acland Street in St Kilda, one of Melbourne's most iconic bayside suburbs. A beloved, long-standing restaurant, it's become a genuine St Kilda institution — renowned for its quality, Mediterranean-influenced cooking, characterful atmosphere and the charm of its much-loved back bar, the kind of enduring favourite that generations of Melburnians have returned to.

The appeal is that combination of accomplished, flavour-packed cooking, a good drinks offering and a warm, intimate and characterful setting on the famous Acland Street, ideal for a special dinner, a date or a relaxed night out. There's something special about a restaurant with real history and staying power, and Cicciolina's enduring popularity speaks to a place that's kept its loyal following happy for many years.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 600 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a beloved, often no-bookings restaurant gets busy, so it's worth checking current details before you go — and being ready for a wait at peak times, perhaps with a drink in the back bar — while looking forward to a meal at this St Kilda institution.