Cafe Babbo - Melbourne

We shared a delicious ciabatta sandwich with prosciutto, which was a simple yet satisfying choice. The bread was crusty and fresh, and the filling was tasty. We... read more We shared a delicious ciabatta sandwich with prosciutto, which was a simple yet satisfying choice. The bread was crusty and fresh, and the filling was tasty. We also tried a piadina with goat's cheese, pumpkin, and leek, which had a pleasant sweetness to it when toasted. Overall, the food was simple yet tasty, as Italian food should be. They offer a variety of pasta dishes as well, although we did not have a chance to try them.

I went to this restaurant for lunch and usually opt for the pasta because they offer both chili oil and very fresh parmesan. I have to say, the tomato-based sau... read more I went to this restaurant for lunch and usually opt for the pasta because they offer both chili oil and very fresh parmesan. I have to say, the tomato-based sauce I ordered was delicious, but I found it a bit too pricey for a work lunch.

I really enjoy the fact that this restaurant provides chili in oil and Parmesan cheese with a grater on every table. It adds a lovely Italian touch. The express... read more I really enjoy the fact that this restaurant provides chili in oil and Parmesan cheese with a grater on every table. It adds a lovely Italian touch. The express lunch was fresh and simple. The hearty pasta and lentil soup was a perfect winter dish for me, while my friend enjoyed his risotto.

Lovely selection of food. Fast friendly service. But be prepared to pay a heavy $17 for plain pasta with some eggplant. This was a shock price tag for a simple... read more Lovely selection of food. Fast friendly service. But be prepared to pay a heavy $17 for plain pasta with some eggplant. This was a shock price tag for a simple lunch. After all the place is jut a cafe not a speciality Italian restaurant.

Better than your usual express lunch cafe in the city. Coffee can be a bit hit and miss but the pastas and panini's are much better than you find close by. read more Better than your usual express lunch cafe in the city. Coffee can be a bit hit and miss but the pastas and panini's are much better than you find close by.