224 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC
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Fitzroy Italian Restaurant

Wood-fired pizza, pasta and tiramisu. Inspired by Italy, made for Melbourne.

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Gourmet pizzas with drinks on a dining table.
  • Person adding chili oil to meat pizza.
  • Lasagna with bolognese sauce served on white plates.
  • Lively nighttime scene outside a vibrant bar.
  • Italian gnocchi dishes with red and white wine.
  • Bartender holding red wine glass in modern bar.
  • Modern restaurant interior with brown chairs and tables.
  • Woman enjoying pasta dish at restaurant.
  • Three gourmet pizzas with various toppings.
  • People socializing in a lively bar setting.
  • Waitress serving pizza at restaurant with neon sign.
  • Pouring Limoncello spritz from tap into glass
  • Grilled steak with sauce and fries
  • Restaurant scene with people, pizza, and vintage posters.
  • Elegant plated meal with wine glass on dark table.
  • Chef slicing pizza at a restaurant kitchen
  • Cozy restaurant with neon 'ladro' sign.
  • Friends dining with pizza and pasta at restaurant.
  • Seafood pasta, pizza, wine, and soda on table.

Our Story

In 2002 we visited Italy, searching for inspiration. We returned to Melbourne and in 2003 we opened Ladro as one of Gertrude Street's first restaurants. Our wood-fired pizza & signature pasta quickly become a local favourite. Today our mission remains the same: Italian dishes made for Melbourne.

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Broadsheet

“Ladro is a restaurant with a reputation, and one to be proud of – incredible pizza.”

goodfood

“As the pacesetter for Gertrude Street dining, Ladro remains the local go-to for casual, charismatic Italian fare.”

Concrete Playground

“Pizza. It’s delicious. Ladro on Fitzroy’s Gertrude Street does it well. Really well.”

of

Broadsheet

“Ladro is a restaurant with a reputation, and one to be proud of – incredible pizza.”

goodfood

“As the pacesetter for Gertrude Street dining, Ladro remains the local go-to for casual, charismatic Italian fare.”

Concrete Playground

“Pizza. It’s delicious. Ladro on Fitzroy’s Gertrude Street does it well. Really well.”

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224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

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Celebrate your next event at Ladro. Our function space is perfect for celebrations and our set menu will impress your guests.

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  • Cozy restaurant with neon 'ladro' sign.
  • Person adding chili oil to meat pizza.
  • Steak, pizza, and drinks at Ladro restaurant.

Your questions answered

FAQs

Are you near public transport?

Yes, you’ll find us on the 86 tram line. The tram stop is a short 30 second walk from Ladro.

Is there parking nearby?

There is metered street parking on Gertrude Street, as well as Gore Street.

Are you vegan?

Many of our dishes can be altered to be made vegan. This includes our pizzas, which can be topped with vegan cheese.

Do you offer gluten-free?

Yes, we have gluten-free pizza bases and also have gluten-free gnocchi. Several of our starter dishes also have gluten-free alternatives. Please chat to your waiter about our gluten-free options.

We use rice flour to dust the benches while making our pizza. This is a gluten-free flour.

Is Ladro BYO?

No, Ladro is not BYO.

Reviews

Words from the locals

"Great food and drink, a wonderful service in a warm inviting environment. Highly recommend a visit! We will definitely be back."

carmel zumbo

"Good pizza"

Johan Suriadihalim

"Had a lovely dinner at Ladro, friendly staff, nice environment and the pizza is to die for. I highly recommend the puttanesca. Will def come back."

Fran Marval

"Mouthwatering pizza."

John McGee

"Great neighborhood eatery. Pizza excellent as usual. Service efficient professional and friendly. Wine list by glass excellent match to the food. They have never put a foot wrong in 10 years i have been eating here."

Phillip Campbell

"Always great food, service and vibe. The Badabing pizza is a masterpiece!"

Rolf Forster

"Must say great atmosphere , staff and food was just perfect. A must try and I'll be definitely back many more times."

Samuel N

"Love their pizza! Friendly staff, clean and lovely ambience, tasty wine and food. Try the pizza!!!!!"

Dorota Pomagalska

"Arrived without a booking at 12 on Sunday with family including 2 small children .great service kids had special menu and colouring pages. But still had great”adult” feel too. Great music and service, and kids entertained by watching the pizzas being made Highly recommended for adults and families alike"

Jan Barson

"Deeeeeeelish 10/10 would recommend."

Sara Desouza

"Great pizzas"

Sofia T

"A delightful sit in experience. Our waiter was very attentive despite the fact it was a very busy Monday night. Ravioli, pizza, meatballs, pasta and desserts were all very much enjoyed and appreciated. Highly recommended."

Sharyn Barkl

"Great pizza!"

Pat L

"When you try a restaurant you've never tried before, it's always a gamble. Fortunately it paid off here. Ordered the take home meatballs, bolognese sauce and gnocchi and all were fresh, well balanced and delicious. The meatballs were lightly herbed and the meat was cooked to perfection and was quite lean. The accompanying sauce was the right balance of great rich tomato without being oily. The potato gnocchi was melt in your mouth silky. The only thing for me was the Bolognese sauce could have been meatier rather than on the thin side, but it is a sauce after all so shouldn't really complain. The meat was lean and satisfying without being greasy or grisly. Definitely recommend. Staff and atmosphere seemed very pleasant. Wish I lived around the corner. Prices very reasonable."

Mello

"Great food and service will be back again"

Baggio 10

"First time here last Monday night. Was absolutely fantastic. Excellent pizzas and great service. Will definitely be back."

Paras Haralabidis

"Pizza was awesome. Drinks menu is nice would 100% return"

Jamie Stirk

"Very tasty pizza. Good GF options"

Conor Hogan

"Best GF pizza I've ever had!! Friendly staff and also kid friendly. Loved it!"

Nicole McPherson

"Brunch was absolutely delicious and I can totally recommend the bellini's. Everyone at my table enjoyed their meal immensely. Will return for dinner."

Mia Gardiner