I Carusi II has served Barkly Street in St Kilda since 2004, growing from a boutique pizza specialist into an unpretentious neighbourhood restaurant with a wider Italian menu. The kitchen makes its 48-hour fermented pizza dough in-house, resulting in a thin, crispy base topped with classic combinations, including gluten-free options, alongside seasonal specials and dessert pizzas for those after something sweet. A second kitchen added in 2013 broadened the offering to full Italian mains, from homemade pastas and lasagne to steak and seafood, matched with cocktails and a simple, well-chosen wine list. An upstairs function area caters to parties and events, while home delivery adds further flexibility for those staying in. Whether for a straightforward pizza night or a fuller Italian meal, I Carusi II remains a genuine St Kilda staples close to Acland Street's nightlife strip.
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