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: Mother's Day at Ladro

Mother’s Day bookings are now open at Ladro.

Mark your calendars and make your reservations; let’s make this Mother’s Day an unforgettable celebration.

We’ll be offering an à la carte service with our main menu. Secure your table now.

  • 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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“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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Couple toasting drinks over dinner with pizza and veggies.

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224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy

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Woman enjoying pasta dish at restaurant.
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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

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

Richard Bruce

"Good pizza with a good price in a very casual venue."

BdM

"Just a nice hip vibe. Pleasant service. A nice place to hang on a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon."

Mark Shafton

"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

"Food is always consistent & mid range prices"

Rosalba Gianfriddo

"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

"Very good pizza and bombolinis"

YAn

"Loved the panacotta"

Manisha Richard Pinto

"Thank you for satisfying my very discerning Mediterranean family. it's great b to b find pizza that is actually tasty and somewhat traditional!"

Anita Jacobsen

"Silky soft gnocchi, delicious wine and great kids meals. Would love to return again."

Meghan Meloni

"Food was absolutely amazing. 10 out of 10. Best part was the service. Don't miss this spot!"

armaplayrust

"Friendly staff, awesome food! Can't wait to visit again!"

Dion Papadopoulos

"Incredibly well done simple Italian food! Could have easily enjoyed every thing on the menu. Had some good wines as well!"

Mitch Blundell

"Staff were amazing food was delicious . Great vibe. Had a great night."

Jonathan Warwick

"A good place for good thin crust pizzas with very compact seating. This place offers gluten free and normal pizzas with delicious toppings that won't make you feel heavy. We enjoyed our tasty Porcini and Gorgonzola and Pescatore seafood pizzas, which came in a 6-slice portion size. The thin, crispy base doesn't detract from the flavours, a job well done. Friendly and efficient service in a simple, modern and functional space, Ladro is worth checking out in this competitive neighborhood."

Joanne Lung

"A shining example of high quality Italian cuisine. The pizza dough is perfect and the pastas are very tasty. Simple food done well, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed both times I’ve visited."

Alexander Rafferty

"Fantastic coeliac friendly gluten free food, great wait staff. Close to a tram stop!"

Brigid Feenan

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

Dan The

"Went here with a big group for dinner for a birthday and all the food and drinks were amazing. The new menu is fantastic! Will be going again soon!"

Theresa Le

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

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