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.

Update: Abruzzo Lab Pop-up

Join us on Sunday the 8th of November, for the Abruzzo Lab pop-up. Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers and spritz; yum! Bookings are highly recommended.

  • 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.”

What's happening at Ladro

What's On

Abruzzo Lab Pop-up

Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers; yum!

224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Nov 0812:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Skewered grilled meat cooking over charcoal fire.

Chicken Cotoletta alla Vodka

A new dish at Ladro

224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

Breaded chicken with rigatoni, mozzarella, and white wine

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Couple toasting drinks over dinner with pizza and veggies.

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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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  • 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

"Friendly staff, beautiful food good wine list"

Greg Allison

"I first visited Ladro when they opened 15 years ago and they had the best pizzas in Melbourne. On my return 15 years later they are still going strong! Good pizza and pasta menu with gluten free options on the pizza. Good drinks menu and friendly service. Pizzas are woodfired traditional and very thin base. Simple toppings with good flavour. There are better pizzas around now, but you still won't be disappointed here"

Aaron Soroka

"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

"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

"Nice pizza and quick service."

Shane Olle

"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

"Very tasty lunch."

Koen Alexander

"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

"Great food, friendly staff, will be back"

Krissi G

"I had a great time at Ladro Gertrude, the food was amazing and didnt take long to come out. They had GF, DF and Vegan options that tasted incredible. Our host Lionel was extremely attentive and kind. He communicated really well with us and had a great attitude. Thank you for the great experience, Definitely coming back here :)"

Yasmin El Emary

"Good pizza"

Johan Suriadihalim

"Once again great food."

Lou Gualano

"Had the most special night for our friends birthday. Pizzas were amazing, jimmy and the rest of the boys were absolute champs. Would 100% recommend!"

Caitlynn Gibbs

"Brilliant service & delicious food! First set menu where none of us went hungry!"

Anna Marinelli

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

carmel zumbo

"Delicious pizza. Great choices"

Benita Varga

"Gluten free pizza- yum! The kale salad was pretty great too."

Andres Aguirre

"Good pizza. Garlic bread was amazing."

Matthew Wong

"One of the best pizzas in Melbourne, friendly staff."

ZoranL

"Great pizza and good service"

James Fallon