Tipo 00 is a compact, handmade-pasta bar on Little Bourke Street in Melbourne's CBD, run by chefs Andreas Papadakis and Alejandro Saravia. The kitchen turns out Italian classics built around fresh pasta made daily, with signature dishes including tortellini in brodo, cacio e pepe, and a rotating pappardelle served with slow-braised ragu. The dining room is intentionally casual and lively — a narrow marble-topped bar and closely packed communal tables create a buzzy, convivial atmosphere with an open kitchen at one end, and there is no dress code beyond smart-casual streetwear. An Italian-leaning wine list favours natural and small-producer bottles that pair well with the richer pasta dishes. Tipo 00 keeps a portion of its seats for walk-ins only, so while some tables can be booked online in advance through the restaurant's own website, arriving early or being prepared to queue is common, particularly on weekend evenings when waits can stretch beyond 45 minutes.
| Price | $$$ |
|---|---|
| Hours | Lunch and dinner Tue-Sat |
| Reservations | Partial bookings via tipo00.com.au; some seats walk-in only |
| Address | 361 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000 |
Signature dishes
- Tortellini in brodo
- Cacio e pepe
- Pappardelle
Good to know
- Known for
- Small handmade-pasta bar with communal seating and no bookings for walk-ins
Location
361 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
-37.8112, 144.9636 View on map
Highlights
- Fresh handmade pasta made daily in an open kitchen
- Signature tortellini in brodo and cacio e pepe
- Buzzy communal-table dining room in Melbourne's CBD
- Natural and small-producer Italian wine list
- Mixed booking and walk-in seating model
Tips for visiting
- A portion of seats are walk-in only, so arrive early on weekend evenings
- Weekend dinner waits can exceed 45 minutes without a booking
- Bar seating along the pasta counter offers a view of the kitchen
- Lunch service is generally quieter and easier to walk into than dinner
- Book online in advance for the reservable tables
Accessibility
The venue has street-level entry from Little Bourke Street, though seating is close-packed at communal tables and the bar, which may be tight for wheelchair users; visitors with mobility needs should call ahead.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Tipo 00 take reservations?
Some tables can be booked online through the restaurant's website, but a portion of seating is reserved for walk-ins only.
What are the signature dishes?
The tortellini in brodo, cacio e pepe, and pappardelle with slow-braised ragu are among the most ordered dishes.
How long is the wait for walk-in seats?
Weekend evening waits for walk-in tables can exceed 45 minutes; arriving early or dining at lunch reduces the wait.
Is there outdoor or bar seating?
Seating is primarily at a marble-topped bar and communal tables inside; there is no significant outdoor seating.