Malena Cucina & Bar

Name: Malena Cucina & Bar
Address: 151 Martin St, Brighton, AU-VIC, Australia, 3186
Telephone: 0416 020 900
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.9

4.9

6 Reviews

$41 to $100

Italian

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Welcome to Malena, where the allure of Monica Bellucci’s elegance inspires an authentic Italian dining experience in the heart of Brighton. Our restaurant is named in homage to her timeless grace, embodying the essence of Italian cuisine and hospitality.

At Malena, we meticulously craft each dish to celebrate Italy’s culinary heritage. From our handcrafted pastas to our expertly prepared seafood and decadent desserts, every plate is a testament to our dedication to quality and flavor. We source the finest local ingredients and combine traditional recipes with a contemporary touch, ensuring a dining experience that delights the senses.

Situated in a charming locale, Malena offers a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for romantic dinners, family gatherings, and memorable celebrations. Join us to indulge in the flavors of Italy, paired with exceptional wines and attentive service, as we invite you to experience the essence of Malena.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
0416 020 900
Website
https://www.malena.au/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Domenico Fazzari

Location
151 Martin St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186
Area
Elsternwick
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

What 6 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.9Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Energetic

6 Reviews

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Sue
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was exceptional… We had arancini and then special of the day - seafood in tomato broth which was super tasty..
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Jeffrey
Sydney
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Overall I thought that everything which went with dining here was very good. I would suggest keeping the volume of background music both suitable (relaxing would be be my suggestion) and at low volume.
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Janelle
VIP
Melbourne
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 16 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, service and ambience fabulous. Very authentically Italian. Loved it! Front of house a delight! Will be regulars!
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Sarah
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always an amazing experience from the moment you are welcomed. Food is outstanding, wine list offers amazing selection of wines including quality Italian options and the menu caters for dietary restrictions.
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Andrea
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Malena has it all: great food and wine, friendly service, and sultry atmosphere. We'll be back for sure.
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Tina
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, food to die for and a great wine list.
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Malena Cucina & Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 6 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 4 times today

151 Martin St, Brighton, AU-VIC 3186

Additional information

Area
Elsternwick
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Domenico Fazzari
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

Website
https://www.malena.au/
Phone number
0416 020 900

Malena Cucina & Bar

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What 6 people are saying

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