Belluno

Situated at the bottom of Collins Square on the cusp of Docklands, and serving up a range of wines by thr glass, cocktails and boozy affagatos, Italian inspired restaurant Belluno was born for the long business lunch.

On this occasion I tried the Spaghetti Aglio Olio with garlic, chilli, bacon, parmesan and pangrattato ($18). The pasta was cooked to perfection, which worked well with the simple flavours of the dish. The bacon was too fatty for my liking, but otherwise a tasty dish. 

The affogato with frangelico was definitely a highlight of the lunch - so simple, but yet so effective, it’s a surprise it doesn’t appear on more restaurants’ menus. The service was also a highlight - friendly and attentive, it made our lunch all the more enjoyable.

 Tasty food, friendly service and aperol sprit’s on offer, it won’t be the last time I visit Belluno.

Food: 3/5
Service: 4/5
Venue: 3.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Total: 14/20

Verdict: like - get around to trying it at some point