Whilst Pope Joan has sadly had its final hurrah, we can still get a taste of Matt Wilkinson at The Pie Shop just a few doors down. The tiny little place really only has seating in the open space on the side, but most people seem to come for takeaway....
La Baia is a fitting name for this Italian restaurant, given its views of the South Melbourne Foreshore and the bay beyond. The theme of the menu is authentic Italian, and it includes some regional dishes. Our favourite of the night is the Melenzane Ripiene. Slivers of eggplant are rolled around fresh ricotta and finished with Grana Padano, rocket and balsamic glaze....
Always one of my favourite places for top quality steak, I recently visited Steer to try their Autumn menu. We start off with bread of course, and that smoked butter and toasted rice is definitely worth slathering on. Next are some oysters done two ways. The freshly shucked oysters are paired with shiso and a refreshing yuzu granita, and the baked oysters have been cooked with a tasty combination of coconut broth, chilli jam and finger lime....
You may be more familiar with their former name, Casa Ciuccio, but family-run Basta is still serving up authentic and delicious Italian food from their warm and welcoming restaurant. Polpette are made with beef and pork, and are firm, meaty and tasty. The tomato sugo is indeed rich and flavoursome as described. ...
If you're wondering why this bar is named after a species of cockatoo, it's because they apparently lead you to the nearest watering hole if you happen to be in the dessert. Windsor isn't exactly devoid of bars, but Galah isn't one that should be passed over....