Fitzroy Italian Restaurant

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

Gourmet pizzas with drinks on a dining table.

Update: A special event at Ladro

For one night only on July 14th, Ladro is hosting a shared Italian feast with a special menu in collaboration with That’s Amore, featuring curated Italian wine pairings and limited seats.

Secure your tickets here.

Settle in for an intimate evening on Gertrude Street, with a generous six-course menu featuring antipasti, pasta, pizza, mains and dolce.

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.

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.”

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.”

What's happening at Ladro

What's On

An Italian Indulgence

A special event at Ladro

224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Jul 147:00 pm to 10:00 pm

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Couple toasting drinks over dinner with pizza and veggies.

Mid-week Takeaway Deal

Enjoy Ladro at home

224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

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Functions & events

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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Your questions answered

FAQs

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

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

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

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.

No, Ladro is not BYO.

Reviews

Words from the locals

"Didn't expect to be able to get vegan pizza here, but I was pleasantly surprised! The Vegan pizza was delicious. The staff were lovely and extremely accommodating of our large 10+ group. Loved it!"

Bronwyn “B18” McMillan

"Went out for dinner on Saturday night here food was absolutely delicious mouth watering the staff were so welcoming and so friendly. We walked in and were seated within seconds definitely recommend this place. I had the Mussles from the starter menu as a main and was so filling the wood fired pizzas were to die for."

Siana Amiridis

"Amaaaaaazing pizza, friendly service!"

Wayan Burnsy

"First time here, margarita pizza was yum! Tomato base was tasty and tangy tomato, could do more cheese but it was good. Friend liked her gluten free base too! Will return and want to taste pasta!!"

Madeline “Maddie” Silins

"Wow! The food was made beautifully! The waiters were friendly and fast. The pizzas were cooked to perfection. The squid with cucumber and mango tasted amazing. The salami pasta tasted great! We were seated outside in the cold but that’s because the place was fully booked but other than that the experience was fantastic."

salim torbey

"Wonderful service, great environment and delicious food! 10/10 Will come back again."

Harrison

"Good pizza"

Johan Suriadihalim

"My parents and I visited this restaurant on a warm Sunday night, and we were not disappointed. The service was wonderful, food was fantastic (and they were very nice to make accomodations) and drinks were delightful as well. Best of all the atmosphere is just wonderful being light and airy, filled with delicious smells and soft music. I will for sure have to return :)"

Ellie Plunkett

"We just got pasta take away, but just based on the quality of that I would say Ladro is better than most. Service was quick and the vibe in the restaurant was cool and relaxed."

Paul Chiu

"great service. guys welcomed 14 people 15 mins before kitchen closed on sunday night and served like legends. good italian food, variety of drinks and absolutely friendly and welcoming service. highly recommended for big companies"

egor sadanov

"It's great that having some pizza and pasta after finished a week of work. A nice restaurant in a chill and relaxing night."

Fengchongyu Bosco

"beautiful food. great service. no upselling. will be back!"

Richard Bruce

"Recently organized a conference dinner for 70 people at Ladro On Gertrude. Wanted to say a big thank you to the team. The food was excellent and plentiful, various dietary requirements were met, the staff were friendly and efficient, everyone was happy."

Kristie Patricia

"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

"Delicious pizzas and amazing tiramisu dessert"

Uddhav Naik

"Lots of great pizza in this area but Ladro is probably my favourite. The gold standard for margheritas. Excellent tomato paste coupled with light and creamy fior di latte. Thin, crispy crust that can be enjoyed on its own. No grease and easy on the stomach. Close to perfection."

Justin S

"Been going for the 15 years and the pizza is on point. I would say best in Melbourne."

Dan The

"Friendly staff, beautiful food good wine list"

Greg Allison

"Ladro ticks every box"

Antoinette Russo

"Very good pizza and bombolinis"

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