Geppetto Trattoria has run on Wellington Parade in East Melbourne since 1981, founded by family patriarch Nino Cea and now led by his son Adriano, drawing on more than four decades of continuous family ownership. The kitchen focuses on hearty, homemade Italian cooking rooted in Puglian hospitality, from handmade pasta and risotto to slow-cooked meats and fresh seafood specials, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. A sophisticated, candle-lit dining room gives the restaurant an intimate feel suited to anniversaries and special occasions, while its BYO option alongside a fully licensed bar adds flexibility for regular diners. Trams 48 and 75 stop close by, and Jolimont Station is a short walk away, making Geppetto a popular pre-footy stop given its proximity to the MCG. Named in OpenTable's Top 50 Restaurants in Australia for 2025, it remains a genuine East Melbourne institution for family-style Italian dining.
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