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Benvenuti Cucina Italiana Carlton

Shop1/305 Princes Hwy, Carlton NSW 2218, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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Find Benvenuti Cucina Italiana Carlton

Shop1/305 Princes Hwy, Carlton NSW 2218, Australia

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+61 2 8021 0789
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Benvenuti Cucina Italiana Carlton

Carlton locals rely on this snug Princes Highway trattoria for soulful Italian comfort, crisp pizzas, and warm hospitality from chef Michael. It is the kind of neighborhood room where regulars bring their own wine—corkage is just $3 a head—and settle in over crisp arancini and plates of gnocchi tossed in rich vodka sauce and pancetta. Thin-crust pizzas arrive bubbling with melted cheese, followed by fresh sugar-dusted zeppole to round out the table.

  • Affordable BYO Wine Dining: BYO wine is welcomed with an affordable $3 per person corkage fee, pairing effortlessly with comforting pasta and pizza.
  • Hands-on Host Hospitality: Chef-owner Michael personally greets guests across the cozy dining room, tailoring dishes and menus for family meals and celebrations.
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Why Diners Choose Benvenuti Cucina Italiana

Experience classic handmade Italian dishes, BYO flexibility, and hands-on hospitality from chef Michael in Carlton.

  • Traditional Italian Pizza and Fresh Pasta

    Handmade gnocchi, crisp balanced pizzas, and rich traditional pasta sauces cooked to Italian standards.

    The dough is perfectly balanced — crispy on the outside, soft inside — and the toppings are fresh and full of flavor.

    Taison Diego

  • Generous Servings at Accessible Value

    Generous portions of classic dishes like fettuccine, arancini, and risotto offered at family-friendly prices.

    At the same time it's so affordable. There is only one problem though... I EAT WAY TO MUCH

    Saher Yousif

  • Flexible BYO Wine Dining

    Diners can bring their preferred wine bottles to complement their dinner with an economical per-person corkage fee.

    We brought our own bottle of Chianti as it’s BYO only ($3 corkage pp).

    Lily So

  • Welcoming Walk-In Neighborhood Gem

    A cozy, intimate Carlton dining room where locals and visitors can easily secure weeknight and weekend dinner tables.

    Stopped in here by chance after needing a place to eat on a Saturday night. They accommodated us last minute which was awesome.

    Leo

  • Direct Chef-Led Warm Hospitality

    Owner-chef Michael personally greets tables and customizes dishes to diner preferences and dietary needs.

    The Chef himself is an absolute legend no matter how busy the places he always has time to say hello and is always vibrant and smiling.

    Tominhas Lisandro

  • Tailored Catering for Milestone Gatherings

    The kitchen tailors custom event menus for milestone family birthdays and larger celebration functions.

    Thank you for designing a menu that accommodated my family’s many tastes and dietary requirements.

    Anita

Guest favorites and signature Italian dishes

  • Gnocchi with vodka sauce

    the gnocchi with vodka sauce was hands down the best I’ve ever had – so soft and fresh, with the perfect balance of flavors.

    john mana

  • Arancini balls

    The Arancini balls were the highlight for me.

    Taylor

  • Carbonara

    The Carbonara was simply fantastic

    Darryl Dias

  • Benvenuti pizza

    We got the Benvenuti pizza, and the gnocchi vodka and pancetta. Both were amazing.

    Marcus Robertson

Other favorites

Starters, sides, and sweet finishes

  • Meatballs

    What a great way to start this adventure with the meatballs. Mmmmmmmmmmm

    Alex Dimovski

  • Bruschetta

    We started with the bruschetta and arancini balls, which were perfectly crisp and bursting with flavor.

    john mana

  • Garlic bread

    The pizza and garlic bread were really nice!

    Taylor

  • Zeppole

    Their Zeppole is AMAZING!!!

    Chantel M

Beyond the menu

Distinctive, above-and-beyond hospitality touches that make dining at Benvenuti memorable.

  • Chef-Owner Welcome

    Owner-chef Michael personally greets guests across the floor and takes time to say hello and chat even during busy services.

  • Custom Pasta Preparation

    Kitchen and floor staff accommodate custom preparation requests, ensuring pasta dishes like prawn fettuccine are served precisely al dente when requested.

  • Tailored Function Menus

    For milestone functions such as 50th birthdays, the team creates tailored event menus accommodating diverse family tastes and dietary needs.

  • Handwritten Encouragement Notes

    Staff write personalized handwritten notes and encouraging Italian messages like 'Buona fortuna' directly on takeout orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my own wine (BYO)?

Yes, diners frequently bring their own wine to accompany meals, with reviewers noting a $3 corkage fee per person. The restaurant also serves wine and beer.

Should I book a table in advance?

Yes, booking ahead is recommended as the dining space is cozy and compact. The restaurant is reservable for both lunch and dinner.

How generous are the portion sizes?

Portions are generous and well suited for sharing or taking home leftovers, with pasta servings leaving plenty of food and value for both dining in and pickup.

What are the standout dishes to order?

Popular dishes highlighted by guests include gnocchi (such as gnocchi vodka and pancetta), crispy pizzas, arancini, and desserts like zeppole. Chef Michael also accommodates special events and varied dietary needs upon request.

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