I absolutely loved this place. The pasta was amazing, full of flavor and perfectly cooked. You can really tell the quality and care that goes into the food. The service was outstanding — the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and made sure we were taken care of at all times without being intrusive. I would definitely come back and highly recommend this restaurant.

Overall, a pretty decent feed at Quando Quando. The vibe of the restaurant is really nice and makes for a great dining atmosphere. As for the food, the pastas were lovely, but the Bistecca didn't quite hit the mark. It was cooked very unevenly, instead of a consistent medium-rare, some parts were rare side. Great spot for a pasta and a drink, but the steak execution was a bit of a letdown during this visit.

Came here for a casual catch-up with friends and had a great time. The owner recommended a white wine for us — my first time trying Italian wine and I really enjoyed it. We also went with the owner’s food recommendations and tried a few dishes. Everything was delicious and we loved all of them. The owner was super busy but still very attentive, and you could really feel his passion for what he does. Great food, great vibe, and a genuinely warm experience. Would definitely come back and recommend it to friends.

Tucked away like a secret whispered by the gods of good taste, Quando Quando Cucina & Bar doesn’t so much announce itself as it quietly winks from the shadows of Melbourne’s cobbled laneways. You walk in expecting a meal, you leave plotting how to move in permanently. The swordfish arrived first, seared to that divine line between ocean memory and smoky perfection. Then the calamari, tender as a lover’s promise. Sardines made a cameo (and what a scene they stole!), before the steak swaggered in, all confidence and char. The carbonara followed, rich enough to make a priest reconsider his vows. And because Bacchus himself surely dined here once, we drank two bottles of Etna Rosso, that gorgeously mineral Sicilian red that tastes like volcanic poetry. By the time the tiramisu appeared, the table had dissolved into laughter, reverence, and the kind of silence reserved for saints and dessert. But what truly makes Quando Quando unforgettable isn’t just the food, it’s the people. The staff were magnificent: kind, quick to right a wrong order with grace and charm, and generous in that warm, unmistakably Italian way that says, “You’re family now.” In short: Quando Quando isn’t a restaurant. It’s an embrace disguised as dinner, a little corner of Italy hiding in Melbourne, waiting for you to stumble upon it and fall hopelessly in love.

I could sit at the bar here and watch the chefs at work for hours. I nearly did, but I wanted someone else to have my spot. For starters, the food cannot be faulted. I believe it was Ben (?) at work on the fryer and antipasti. The arancino on a bed of sugo was exceptional. The sugo maybe could have been a touch less sweet (not a problem, just a preference). The bruschetta con crema di parmigiano e mortadella (a special for the night) was a knockout. The small dollops of pesto cream complemented the parmigiano cream, giving a balanced bite of crispy bruschetta, soft and nostalgic mortadella (it tasted just like Bologna), and creamy, basil-infused goodness. Pasta was consistently cooked perfectly and meticulously. I should know, I sat there watching the man at work making each and every pasta. The carbonara looked silky and glossy, with crunchy guanciale and al-dente pasta. I instead had the cavatelli con ragù, which was generously-served, rich and filling. It is just my taste that I would have a bit of extra salt - but I know that’s not for everyone. I finished with Amaro, espresso and Tiramisù. The Tiramisù was nice - served, as is the modern custom, in a margarita glass. I think it contained Baileys, which was a welcome addition and one I will try next time I make it. This restaurant also excels in its exquisite layout, with painted brick interior, a long, curved bar with seating spanning the length of the kitchen, and more than enough space to spread your legs. All in all, i would highly recommend trying this restaurant as either a solo eater or as a group. Thank you to the owner, waitstaff, chefs and kitchenhand for their hard work. I will have to come back next time I’m in Melbourne!