224 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC

Italian Restaurant Collingwood

The Best Italian Restaurant near Collingwood

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  • Person adding chili oil to meat pizza.
  • Group of friends at a restaurant.
  • Cozy restaurant with neon 'ladro' sign.
  • Grilled steak with sauce and fries
  • Fried calamari with lemon and dipping sauce
  • Bowl of pasta with rich meat sauce
  • Italian pizza and pasta dishes with wine pairing.
  • Bartender holding red wine glass in modern bar.
  • Fried arancini with meat sauce and wine glass.
  • Pouring Limoncello spritz from tap into glass
  • Elegant plated meal with wine glass on dark table.
  • Friends toasting drinks over pizza and appetizers.

A Collingwood Favourite

Pizza, Pasta and Tiramisu

Ladro is one of the longest-standing restaurants near Collingwood. We opened in 2003 on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy – a short walk from Collingwood. Locals love us for our wood-fired pizza, pasta and tableside tiramisu.

If you are looking for the best Collingwood restaurant, book a table at Ladro and enjoy a true Italian feast.

Our Menu

Pizza

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Miss Piggy

Fior di latte, pork belly, smoked scamorza, radicchio, fermented honey

Capricciosa

Tomato, fior di latte, leg ham, mushrooms, olives, artichokes, anchovies

Ortolana

Crema di zucca, fior di latte, zucchini, eggplant, red peppers, basil

Badabing

Tomato, provolone, fennel salsiccia, basil, oregano, chili

Wood-fired pizza with cheese and herbs on table.

Sopressa

Tomato, fior di latte, sopressa, roast fennel

Funghi

Fior di latte, field mushrooms, porcini, truffle oil

Prosciutto

Fior di latte, prosciutto, mozzarella di bufala, basil, cherry tomatoes

Patate e Salsiccia

Fior di latte, salsiccia, potato, caramelised onion, rosemary

Frutti di Mare

Fior di latte, king prawns, mussels, calamari, clams, basil

Gourmet pizza with basil and burrata on plate.

Mortadella & Burrata

Fior di Latte, mortadella, pistachio, burrata, lemon zest

Pasta

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Spaghetti Marinara

Squid ink spaghetti, Queensland prawns, marinated fish, local mussels, clams, squid

Tagliatelle pasta with sauce in a white bowl.

Fettuccine Carbonara

Guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino

Spaghetti with meatballs in tomato sauce

Spaghetti Meatballs

Home-made spaghetti, Sicilian style meat balls, tomato sugo

Pappardelle Ragu

Slow cooked osso bucco, tomato, rosemary

Moreton Bay Bug Risotto

Carnaroli rice, crustacean bisque, bug meat, chili

Pasta with creamy sauce, peas, cherry tomatoes.

Duck Agnolotti

Roast duck mushroom filled agnolotti, cherry tomatoes, peas, sweet potato crisps

Gnocchi Zucca Spinaci

Lightly fried gnocchi, pumpkin, baby spinach, goats curd, balsamic glaze

Mains

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Gourmet chicken dish with vegetables and grilled lemon.

Veal Cotoletta

Crumbed veal fillets, potatoes, peas, cacciatore hot salami, red peppers

Rib Eye Tagliata

400gm grass fed, fries, signature mushroom jus

Chicken saltimbocca

Chicken medallions wrapped in prosciutto, white wine, butter, mash potato, spinach, peas, cherry tomatoes

100 Layer Lasagna

Homemade pasta, bolognese, bechamel, parmesan, mozzarella

Our Story

Near Collingwood since 2003

Ladro was one of the first restaurants to open on Gertrude Street – just around the corner from Collingwood. We opened our doors in 2003 and our wood-fired pizza quickly became a local favourite.

Cyclist passing by a restaurant with green umbrellas.
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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.”

FAQs

Your questions answered

Is there parking nearby?

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

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.

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.

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.

Our reviews

Thoughts from Collingwood locals

"Very good pizza and bombolinis"

YAn

"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

"Great food, friendly staff, will be back"

Krissi G

"Traditional Italian food with some European ambiance"

Michael Schauer

"It was a very delightful place to dine in. Our waiter Bang Bang was very attentive and went above and beyond to make sure that we were happy with everything. The food was amazing and delicious. Definitely recommend!!"

Grace Calista

"Lasagna is to die for!"

Jessica Busuttil

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

Paras Haralabidis

"Quality and no fuss. Couldn't ask for much more."

Andrew Belegrinos

"Once again great food."

Lou Gualano

"We had the margherita and porcini e gorgozola pizzas, the insalata di spinaci size dish and the tiramisu for dessert and the dishes did not disappoint. The ambiance is really nice - good for a casual date. Big enough to fit large groups. They do have a section at the back that they can probably close off if you book. Overall, lovely dining experience. Will come back for more."

ron ron

"I've been here on three different occasions with friends and family and the food and service have consistently been fantastic. Looking forward to the next visit."

Liam O’Boyle

"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

"pizza was exactly as I hoped it would be, great value for money, friendly staff, everything you'd hope for when getting pizza in Fitzroy"

Anna Glazenborg

"Pizzas are great"

Alejandra Amaya

"Probably some of the best tiramisu on the market right now until I can be proven incorrect."

Frankey C

"The only place for good pizza in Melbourne. Great service and cozy atmosphere"

David Cigognini

"Great food and service will be back again"

Baggio 10

"Good pizza. Garlic bread was amazing."

Matthew Wong

"Nice pizza and quick service."

Shane Olle

"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

"Staff and food were both immaculate loved every minute and bite, worth every penny !!"

Sabrina Delcarlo

"Great italian place. Highly recomended. Cozy and chic."

David Zambrano

"We got the Badabing. It was cooked perfectly. Fries were deliciously seasoned. Friendly staff and great service. The place gets really loud, the tables too close to one another and difficult to hear."

K Gim

"Great Italian food. True to form."

Nick Wong

"Amaaaaaazing pizza, friendly service!"

Wayan Burnsy

"Very caring staff, who gave good advice about food and wine."

Rj T

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

Rolf Forster

"The best meal I've had in a long time! The potato pizza, rucola salad and calamari were stand-outs, but honestly, you can't go wrong with whatever you choose. Service is friendly. A really nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon, sitting outside in the sunshine with great atmosphere and exceptional food. We can't wait to go back!"

Meredith

"Great pizza!"

Pat L

"Great pizza and good service"

James Fallon

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    How to book a table at Ladro

    1. Visit our ‘Reservations’ page.
    2. Select the date of your booking.
    3. Select the table size.
    4. Choose the time.
    5. Fill in your details and requirements.
    6. Confirm your booking
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    Gourmet pizzas with drinks on a dining table.

    How to order takeaway from Ladro

    Want to enjoy Ladro from the comfort of your own home? It’s simple to order online.

    1. Visit our ‘Takeaway Portal.’
    2. Select the dishes you want
    3. View your cart.
    4. Add payment details
    5. Visit us and pick up your order
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