Reviews - La Camera Southgate

My husband and l dined there for lunch today. A grey, wet day outside but once inside and seated we were looked after by the friendly staff so well. The food wa... read more My husband and l dined there for lunch today. A grey, wet day outside but once inside and seated we were looked after by the friendly staff so well. The food was quite lovely, we will be returning.

Huge portions of delicious and authentic italian food. Lasagna was so special, you can taste the love in every meal! Great value for money in a picturesque Melb... read more Huge portions of delicious and authentic italian food. Lasagna was so special, you can taste the love in every meal! Great value for money in a picturesque Melbourne location with lovely staff highly recommended Meal type: Dinner Price per person: A$140–160 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Thanks La Caméra for à great evening: wonderful food, service and ambience. We'll be back again soon. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Dinner Price p... read more Thanks La Caméra for à great evening: wonderful food, service and ambience. We'll be back again soon. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $80–100

Good place and nice food. Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 read more Good place and nice food. Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4

The service was excellent, the wine selection was great, and the food was delicious. We didn't reserve a table by the windows, but the atmosphere was still enjo... read more The service was excellent, the wine selection was great, and the food was delicious. We didn't reserve a table by the windows, but the atmosphere was still enjoyable. Because of my recent ankle surgery, my mobility was limited and a staff member greatly assisted us by guiding us to the closest Uber pick-up spot. Despite being gluten and dairy free, I had plenty of options to choose from. I highly recommend this restaurant!

Our first dinner in Melbourne was at an Italian restaurant located on the second level of Riverside Quay. The first level housed a food hall with various statio... read more Our first dinner in Melbourne was at an Italian restaurant located on the second level of Riverside Quay. The first level housed a food hall with various stations like Subway and Chatime. We ordered a pizza topped with salami and Italian sausages, as well as a bowl of stir-fried green beans with zucchini. Unfortunately, the veggies were too salty. The pizza was served unsliced, so we had to cut it ourselves. It was placed on a small round plate, despite being oval-shaped, which we found a bit odd. It seems like this is the Australian style of pizza.

It has been a while since I dined at Southbank. Returning to this restaurant brought back fond memories of both successful and leisurely meals enjoyed with a vi... read more It has been a while since I dined at Southbank. Returning to this restaurant brought back fond memories of both successful and leisurely meals enjoyed with a view of the Yarra River. The Linguine alla Pescatora was outstanding - the pasta cooked perfectly and the seafood mix was just right. The selection of Italian and Australian wines complemented the food nicely. I look forward to returning with either clients or friends. It is wonderful to see that high-quality, reasonably priced restaurants are thriving in Southbank.

The spaghetti puttanesca was sadly, a joke. It was a bunch of spaghetti tossed around in copious amounts of oil with diced olives and tomatoes that looked like... read more The spaghetti puttanesca was sadly, a joke. It was a bunch of spaghetti tossed around in copious amounts of oil with diced olives and tomatoes that looked like they were straight from a Subway salad bar. There were pools of oil at the bottom of the dish. To charge restaurant prices for that is a disgrace to the Italian community of Melbourne. Learn how to make proper Italian food or adjust your prices accordingly, or better yet, just stop altogether. My advice to punters don't bother with this joint unless you want to be severely disappointed.

Full Disclosure: we came here for a team dinner as our boss is close friends with the owner. But don 't think this affects my review: all opinions are my own, a... read more Full Disclosure: we came here for a team dinner as our boss is close friends with the owner. But don 't think this affects my review: all opinions are my own, and we all had our hearts originally set on a different venue. I 'm glad we decided (read: had no choice) to eat here instead. We started with garlic bread, which smelled and tasted incredible, although I prefer my garlic bread to be on a baguette or ciabatta loaf rather than a pizza base. Next up was the antipasti platters, with plenty of cured meats (salami, prosciutto), marinated olives, grilled capsicum and eggplant and deep fried gnocchi to share. The eggplant was a particular standout, with notes of basil and an almost creamy texture. I ordered the rib eye steak with greens, and both were perfect. The zucchini and beans were buttery and perfectly blanched; a lovely shade of green with the perfect crunch. The steak was cooked perfectly medium not too **** and not overdone and was all kinds of flavour some. I ordered the jus, which I enjoyed as I love to smother my steak in sauce, but it would have been excellent without. We sat on the balcony in the middle of winter and didn 't freeze to death thanks to the heating and the plastic tarp protecting the view and the customers (alright so the wine probably helped me forget about the weather). All in all a great spot for excellent Italian food particularly large groups. Bonus points if your boss is paying.

Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 read more Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

Firstly, the food was incredible. I think It's hard to have dinner at a place where you would rate every single course of the night 5 stars, but the pizza and l... read more Firstly, the food was incredible. I think It's hard to have dinner at a place where you would rate every single course of the night 5 stars, but the pizza and lasagne were excellent, and the dessert, tiramasu and gelati were perfect . Servers were friendly and quick, meal arrived to us within 10-15 minutes of ordering (on a Wednesday night), and the atmosphere was cool and quiet, we had the fortune of a nice well lit window seat. I'll be coming back for my Mum's birthday as a nice surprise for her.

Love the view, the food, the friendly staff, but the thing is that the sparkling water is waayyy to expensive, 10$ for just 1 few hundred ml bottle. Service: Di... read more Love the view, the food, the friendly staff, but the thing is that the sparkling water is waayyy to expensive, 10$ for just 1 few hundred ml bottle. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: A$40–60 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Pizza Prosciutto

What a fantastic restaurant! Our family of 6 had a lovely meal over looking the river; food was fabulous (and dessert was stunning), and the atmosphere was grea... read more What a fantastic restaurant! Our family of 6 had a lovely meal over looking the river; food was fabulous (and dessert was stunning), and the atmosphere was great! Karen served us and was outstanding; offering suggestions and recommendations. Thanks for a lovely night; we’ll be back. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner

My experience at La Camera Southgate this evening was overshadowed by a troubling incident. The waiter added a large tip to my bill without my knowledge or cons... read more My experience at La Camera Southgate this evening was overshadowed by a troubling incident. The waiter added a large tip to my bill without my knowledge or consent. This lack of honesty is unacceptable and left me feeling deceived. I urge others to be cautious about the practices at this restaurant. Until this matter is resolved, I cannot recommend dining here.

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The pizza was very delicious it was so delicious I forgot to make a photo! And the drinks were very delicious! My Bf brought me here because it was so beautiful... read more The pizza was very delicious it was so delicious I forgot to make a photo! And the drinks were very delicious! My Bf brought me here because it was so beautiful.

This place is great! Atmosphere is relaxed and casual with super competent and really friendly waiting staff you know what they are doing and what they are talk... read more This place is great! Atmosphere is relaxed and casual with super competent and really friendly waiting staff you know what they are doing and what they are talking about, and you can say that the customer is happy their main priority. The service we have received was so amazing and we will definitely come back. Joe (and indeed all employees) went out of the way to accommodate a big family. La Camera was welcoming and gave us an amazing experience. Make yourself a favor and visit this beautiful restaurant when you are in Melbourne. I respect Nurije Alexander.

Nice place to eat in Melbourne. Paul is one of the best hosts we ever had. A fabulous place to eat. The food was great. read more Nice place to eat in Melbourne. Paul is one of the best hosts we ever had. A fabulous place to eat. The food was great.

Last minute find. 16 people and was accommodated with ease. Service was impeccable. Food even better. Had some sort of pesto with Italian sausage dish, sorry ca... read more Last minute find. 16 people and was accommodated with ease. Service was impeccable. Food even better. Had some sort of pesto with Italian sausage dish, sorry can remember the name, but was perfect!. Drinks and cocktails on point. Atmosphere was great. Happy we found it. Highly recommended!!!