Il Solito Posto

Il Solito Posto has been a CBD favourite for decades, tucked down a basement staircase off Collins Street. The name means “the usual place,” and that’s exactly what it is for many Melburnians who return again and again. It’s warm, intimate and buzzing, with white tablecloths, exposed brick and the kind of service that makes you feel instantly at home. The menu is classic Italian with a few modern touches — think house-made pastas, slow-braised meats, and a tiramisu that’s worth saving room for.