Vatutto is a family run restaurant, Owners Paul and Myrto Recinella moved from their 16 year Institution at Zios East Melbourne to the Ivanhoe location in 2015. A full renovation was completed recently creating a modern yetelegant atmosphere.
Vatutto translates from Italian to ‘Everything goes’ the menu here has a diverse flavour selection from all corners of the earth. Produce here is sourced from premium suppliers, and we use sustainable seafood from Australian or New Zealand waters, Wagyu beef from Gippsland, organic eggs, fruit and vegetables, and quality imported cheese, dairy products and flour. Bread is baked daily and all desserts, pastries and ice cream are all made on the premises using quality ingredients.
Host any occasion with Vatutto's 30+ years of experience! Celebrate weddings, birthdays, or corporate events in our flexible spaces, accommodating up to 90 guests. Enjoy authentic Italian sharing platters or choose from set menus or an all-you-can-eat grazing option.
Spoil mum this Mother's Day with a memorable dining experience at Vatutto! Mother's Day, on Sunday, May 11th, 2025, is one of our most popular days of the year, so treat her to something truly special. Book your table for our exquisite $125 menu, featuring a selection of our most beloved dishes. Bookings are essential, so don't delay. View the full menu and secure your table online today! We look forward to celebrating mum with you at Vatutto!
Oak’s Day Lunch
$120.00 per person
Prepaid
6 Nov 2025 only
Dress up and enjoy a multi-course shared dining experience, featuring seasonal produce and cocktails. Dance the afternoon away with our DJ take part in fashions on the field. Price is excluding beverages and full payment is required upon reservation. Oak’s day Lunch event starts from 12.00 PM to 5.00PM. For further Enquiry please ring us on 9499 7769.
Vatutto Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
Overall ratings and reviews
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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
4.8Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value
Noise • Energetic
Loved For
Melbourne
Good for business meals
Melbourne
Good for special occasions
Northern Suburbs
Best Overall
Northern Suburbs
Best Food
Northern Suburbs
Best Service
Northern Suburbs
Best Ambience
Northern Suburbs
Good for business meals
Northern Suburbs
Great for creative cocktails
Northern Suburbs
Neighbourhood gem
Northern Suburbs
Great for fine wines
Northern Suburbs
Good for special occasions
Northern Suburbs
Most Booked
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vatutto Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food," "attentive staff," and a "welcoming atmosphere." The extensive menu caters to all tastes, featuring standout dishes like seafood pasta and lamb cutlets. Despite occasional noise, patrons praise the "excellent service" and "stylish surrounds," ensuring a memorable visit.
70 Reviews
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Sue
Melbourne3 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
Food and service excellent as usual. Only complaint was that chocolate mousse was delicious it was way too rich. Noise levels way too high making it very difficult to chat.
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neil
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 4
We had a lovely meal, lots of interesting dishes to choose from on the menu. The desserts were amazing. Staff were attentive and very helpful. We would definitely recommend this place and we will come again.
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Mary
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 March 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The wait staff at Va Tutto were very attentive and the food was delicious. Would definately recommend this restaurant
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Anne Marie
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on 25 February 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 3
Ambience 4
A great find - very busy on a Tuesday lunchtime. An extensive menu and although we only had a main course each, it was fresh, well cooked and delicious.
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Peter
Gold Coast8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Excellent cocktails to start, great fresh seafood for entrees, fantastic moist and delicious steaks for mains and a lovely desert to finish. can't fault that!!
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Edith
Melbourne15 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
This is a fantastic fine dining restaurant which caters to all tastes. Food, service and ambience are fantastic. Va Tutto is consistently good and they offer something infrequently seen in restaurants. Staff are professional and always checking in to see if customers are happy. Water glasses are never empty and drinks are always offered. This place knows and understands service
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Craig
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The food was amazing and the service was fantastic.
Would recommend Vatutto to anyone and we will definitely be back.
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Kay
Melbourne8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Outstanding. Just a tad pricey for us. Fantastic food, brilliant service, great ambience.
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Peter
Gold Coast1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Visited Vatutto Restaurant for the first time yesterday and we were blown away by the excellent service and the quality and presentation of the meals. The owner and her staff could not do enough for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience and we will definitely be going back! Keep up the great work.
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Dean
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on 7 February 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 4
Ambience 4
The food was delicious and serving sizes were generous. The wait staff were attentive and friendly and provided good advice in relation to the food and wine menus. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience with the only negative being a flickering light above our table (which I'm sure will have been fixed).
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FAQs
Vatutto Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 70 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Host any occasion with Vatutto's 30+ years of experience! Celebrate weddings, birthdays, or corporate events in our flexible spaces, accommodating up to 90 guests. Enjoy authentic Italian sharing platters or choose from set menus or an all-you-can-eat grazing option.