Last minute decision to go out to tea one night and simply stumbled across this restaurant. We went in a little skeptical as it seemed loud/busy & no-one had acknowledged us entering. Our waitress seemed a little rough around the edges but was great with our daughter (restaurant provides pencils for them to write on table with which was great & kept our daughter quiet.....for once). Our meals arrived in a timely fashion and were delicious (pasta & pizza). We unfortunately had a slight episode with my daughter having an allergic reaction to one of the meals, however, the staff were very apologetic and sympathetic and even took some $ off our bill. Would highly recommend this as a great restaurant to go for quality food and family friendly service.

Approximate cost: $25

Mercadante's are the best pizzeria on Lygon St. Their pizza's are inventive and scrumptious, their food is quick and reasonably priced, and the staff are friendly and attentive. I have eaten here many times after long days at uni, or before heading out to Bruswick St. And I've also held an 18th birthday here - which was great fun! The staff were attentive and made everything a breeze, and everyone had an excellent time.

Do try the chocolate pizza - it is famous Australia wide. So Good!!!

went here with friends a few weeks ago whilst on holiday in melb. wish i lived here and could visit more often. pizzas were great. loved the chocolate pizza - never had it anywhere else.

If your looking for a good time out with friends, this is a great place to go. Very interactive. I've been here a few times now, once with a large party, once with a small group of girl friends and the last time with my boyfriend.

The chocolate pizza is divine (ask for cream AND ice-cream YUM!)
Their pizzas are non greasy which is what I look for in a pizza place. The atmosphere is fantastic!

Approximate cost: $15

I was taken here by my boyfriend who surprised me with a chocolate pizza and being a chocolate lover I must say this was one of the best in Melbourne it oozes rich chocolate sauce with wipped cream and is just delicious ... and theyre wood fired pizzas are fantastic very tradionally made ... I really can't say how good these guys are !

Approximate cost: $15

My all time favourite restaurant on Lygon Street by a long shot! Their pizza's are some of the best I've ever had (And my Italian partner agrees with me!) everything is fantastic value, and the staff are great. Look out for Carlos and his tricks.......! They do an amazing chocolate pizza which I highly reccommend. My favourite pizza is the Belissima...heaven!

Approximate cost: $20

A group of us meet 3-4 times a year at this restaurant, mainly for their specialty...Chocolate Pizza.
The restaurant is at the city end of Lygon Street, and has both indoor and outdoor(heated in winter) dining areas. The place is always very busy, this sometimes means a bit of a wait for meals and drink service. The meals are large portions, with a large and varied selection to choose from. There are long-serving staff who seem to remember your face(or maybe our party is very loud and unforgettable lol). The "main man" is very interactive with the customers, and always has a few tricks up his sleeve....you never know what he will do next. Take a sense of humour as well as a good appetite.

Approximate cost: $22