Ombra Salumi Bar

Ombra Salumi Bar in Melbourne’s CBD is located on Bourke Street and is easily one of the best Italian dining spots in the city. Inspired by the Italian salumerias, it specialises in high quality cured meats and believe in preserving not just natures plentiful bounty, but culture and fun, too. So, if you want your food dried, smoked, salted, fermented, pickled, or candied, you’re in luck as Ombra has got all that and more, including truly incredible pizzas. You can also choose from a wide range of cocktails, Italian wines and beers. So if it’s an intimate dinner for two, indulging yourself with a set menu or coming in on Sunday for a roast with all the trimmings, you won’t be disappointed. But remember, Ombra Salumi Bar in Melbourne is one popular joint, so it’s always best to book.

If high quality cured meats, specialised Italian wines and great pizza sound good to you, then you don’t want to miss the opportunity to eat at Ombra Salumi Bar in Melbourne's buzzing CBD. Inspired by the salumerie of Italy, Ombra Salumi Bar prides itself on preservation. And not just the preservation of foods, but of enjoyment and of culture. Utilising centuries-old techniques this Melbourne spot really gets the best and most out of nature. Coupled with great service in this narrow yet viby location, it doesn’t matter if you’re coming in to celebrate for the night or just stopping in for a quick drink and bite to eat, Ombra Salumi Bar on Bourke Street is a must for everyone.

A favourite among Melbourne locals, you’ll be hard pressed to find a review that doesn't rave about their great atmosphere, service and fantastic food. Specifically, their roast pork, cheese and salami boards, and of course the pizza. It’s not easy for an Italian restaurant in the CBD – or in all of Melbourne, in fact – to stand out but Ombra Salumi Bar easily holds its own among the greats. Bookings are essential.