Merchant Osteria Veneta
(Now Closed)Italian Restaurant$$$$
Melbourne CBD, Melbourne
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Joseph VAugust 3, 2013Great place, you need to order properly. Have a pasta or risotto because they're substantial, then maybe share something else. The tiramisu is big so you can share! Duck ragu pasta is amazing!
Tiki PDecember 25, 2018This is bit of a hidden gem. Menu is basically Mediterranean. The staff on the night, whilst very professional, need more menu training so they don't need to constantly ask the kitchen pretty basic Qs
Philip BrookesAugust 27, 2017Great ambience and coffee. Central location at the foot of the Rialto towers, excellent spot for a business meeting.
Emma StirlingDecember 22, 2010Stunning, effortless food. Go for shared plates and sample more of the menu. Peach Blinis served at the table nice touch. My Miss 8 and girlfriend loved the desserts. Staff were lovely to them.
Paul CanterburySeptember 27, 2015Fantastic experience! Good service and great food. The Cape Grim scotch fillet was awesome.
ReetJanuary 4, 2012Food and service were both great, and surprisingly well priced. Try the carpaccio or scallop ceviche.
Joerg BoeckelerApril 5, 2012Love the food, love the casual service, love the fun! Thanks Guy Grossi and Team!
Moshe GoldbergMarch 19, 2011Stunning food, brilliant Italian wine, awesome service. Have the octopus entree - to die for.
Jessica D-KFebruary 4, 2012The service is a bit hit and miss, but the food is authentic and delicious.
AngelineApril 23, 2011Not the best but not the worst. There are other places worth visiting before this one.
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Merchant Osteria Veneta
495 Collins St
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 7:00 AM–11:00 PM
- Sat
- 5:30 PM–11:00 PM
+61 3 9614 7688
Features
Credit Cards
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Drinks
Full Bar
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