Pellegrinis Espresso Bar - Melbourne

This must be the worst pasta I ever had in a restaurant. Ordered bolognese pasta. Spaghetti was overcooked and the sauce was watery. No taste. Had the impression the pasta had been boiled ages ago. I could not eat half of it even though I was hungry. Tiramisu had no sugar at all and even tasted a bit bitter. Coffee was watery and disgusting. So disappointing. Also didn't like that you can't find out the price beforehand as there is no menu. It is not actually cheap. It was upsettingly bad experience. I know this place gets a lot of praise for continuing business since 1954 and I wanted to like this place too...but seriously do yourself a favour and avoid this place if you want good food.

Unlike any Italian restaurant I’ve been to….quirky, authentic, very busy! But what a fun experience and the best pasta I’ve had in a long time….if you are expecting a quiet night don’t go, if you want a wonderful experience, make it Pellegrinis! Best pasta I’ve had since an Italian trip years ago.

Pellegrini has been in Melbourne almost since Melbourne started, and it is showing. Not an extensive menu a few kinds of pasta which are great and plentiful on the plate. Basic drinks menu with coffee being the highlight. It rests on the age of the place not really the quality.

Rock bottom meal. Plate of mixed pasta with frozen marinara mix and tasteless sauce. Had to cover it with cheese and chilli to eat part. Clearly they are trying to trade on their rep as a landmark culinary cafe. Just Yuck. Avoid and spend $10 more at any other place. Service was friendly and prompt though.

Simple Italian food, good value for money, with menu hanging from the ceiling. We had lasagna (a pity it missed béchamel sauce) and pasta. Great place where you can chat with the staff when sitting at the counter. The tiramisu, granita and coffee are excellent. A must see in Melbourne