Dalmatino - Melbourne

We had a wonderful celebratory dinner at Dalmatino yesterday. The food far surpassed our expectations. Caterina and Liz have crafted a fantastic ambiance at the restaurant, ideal for a special meal. The staff were welcoming and there were plenty of options on the menu to satisfy everyone. Overall, it was a fantastic experience and we will definitely be coming back.

The service at this restaurant is fantastic and the beef cheeks were tender and delicious.

Please note that this review was written when the original owner was in charge. The restaurant has now been sold to a group of feminists, and I can no longer recommend it. This restaurant has been my favorite for the past 10 years. I have always loved the romantic atmosphere, Mediterranean food, and excellent service. Recently, the ownership changed hands for the first time, with two new owners - one Italian and one Maltese. They have maintained the romantic atmosphere of the interior and added new items to the menu, which I personally think are great choices. While Croatian customers may be disappointed that the menu has changed, I have embraced the new additions, although I would like to see more Croatian dishes and wines on offer, as Dalmatino is a region of Croatia and should preserve its cultural heritage. The only issue I had was with the customer service - the new staff seemed inexperienced and lacked basic hospitality skills. Despite this, I believe that with time, the new owners will overcome these challenges and the restaurant will regain its stability. I encourage you to visit this gem and form your own opinion.

The food was a bit hit and miss, the staff were very nice, but the music was quite loud.

Loved it! The service was amazing, we felt very well looked after. Staff are very friendly and professional. The food is very homely, and absolutely delicious. I do wish it were warmer inside though. Regardless, I am definitely going back!