Cafe di Stasio

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

On Fitzroy Street in St Kilda, Café + Bar Di Stasio occupies a particular place in Melbourne's dining landscape — one defined less by trend-chasing and more by a quiet, enduring confidence in hospitality done properly. It is part of the broader Di Stasio family, which also operates venues in Carlton and in the Melbourne CBD, each sharing the same philosophy of refined Italian-influenced dining delivered with genuine care.

A Philosophy Rooted in Service

The phrase the group returns to is servizio come una volta — service as it once was. It is a simple idea, but one that shapes everything: the rhythm of a meal, the attentiveness of staff, the sense that a guest's time is worth protecting. That commitment to old-world hospitality, expressed through a distinctly Melbourne sensibility, is what earned Di Stasio recognition from Gambero Rosso, the authoritative Italian food and wine guide, which awarded the venue 2 Forks in 2023.

The St Kilda Address

The St Kilda venue opens Thursday and Friday evenings, running from 5:30 through to late. It is a dinner and bar destination — intimate in its hours, deliberate in its focus. The Fitzroy Street address has long been one of Melbourne's more storied dining strips, and Café di Stasio fits its character without mimicking it.

Events and Private Occasions

Across the Di Stasio venues, private functions are handled with the same attention brought to regular service. The group describes its event experiences as marked by understated luxury and impeccable service — language that reflects the broader ethos rather than empty promise. For groups of seven or more, a service charge applies, consistent with the considered, table-service approach the venue maintains throughout.

For anyone drawn to Italian-influenced dining in Melbourne with a track record of genuine recognition, Café di Stasio on Fitzroy Street remains a considered and rewarding choice.