Enjoy authentic pasta, tiramisu, and other Italian classics in a cozy basement setting.
Pair your meal with a decent choice of wines, available by the glass or bottle.
Perfectly timed servings for a quick, satisfying meal before shows, with kitchen opening at 5:30 PM.
Romantic ambiance and attentive service ideal for intimate dinners and special occasions.
Friendly staff to make your events feel special, with customizable options for groups.
Note kitchen opens at 5:30pm. Dined here for a pre-theatre dinner, servings are very generous for price point. I would have liked more flavour in the pasta. Overall, alright for a quick dinner and drink.
Can't go wrong here, food tastes amazing and fresh. Nothing mind-blowing, but the beauty is in the simplicity that's perfectly done. Service was great and atmosphere was so cozy and nice. Booked for a date and couldn't fault them on anything. Highly recommend if you want a cozy, comfortable dinner date spot. Particularly loved the herb bread and rigatoni.
We had such a great time at Il Solito Pasto. The staff were friendly and made our event feel truly special. The warm, cosy ambiance added to the whole experience. Definitely worth a visit!
Visited twice in the same week, just because the pasta was too good. Good texture and full of flavour. The tiramisu was original, with moisture and coffee. Decent choice of wine and some good choice by the glass. Staff are very friendly too. Relatively easy to get a seat by one person but generally should require booking.
I’ll keep coming back. This was on my 4th visit here. If it were closer to work or home I would come here way more often. I would say their food is in-between homemade grandmas food and fine dining. I leave here with my stomach and heart full, because the food is consistently good. If you like and appreciate Italian cuisine you can’t go wrong here

Authentic Italian cuisine in a cozy Melbourne basement, where simplicity meets perfection.
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Il Solito Posto is a beloved Italian restaurant nestled in the basement of Collins Street, Melbourne, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for date nights, pre-theatre dinners, and casual gatherings. Known for its fresh, flavorful pasta, generous servings, and friendly service, we pride ourselves on delivering a taste of homemade Italian comfort with a touch of elegance. Our menu features classics like herb bread, rigatoni, and tiramisu, paired with a curated wine selection. With a 4.6/5 rating from over 1,600 reviews, we’re your go-to spot for consistently good food that fills both stomach and heart.
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