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16 Oct 2026 · neutral coverage

Is a New Neighbourhood Local in the Old La Luna Bistro Space Words by Scott Renton · Published on 16 Oct 2026 In 2024, after a 26-year innings, beloved Carlton North institution La Luna Bistro called stumps . Adrian Richardson’s corner spot was a go-to for meaty mains, long lunches and neighbourhood catch-ups in Melbou

Address evidence: ful old building at 320 Rathdowne Street has since lain dormant until very recently, when it reappeared in our feeds via a somewhat cryptic Instagram post . Local couple Elisa Meddi and Jack Viola wer
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9 Oct 2026 · neutral coverage

Harriot A cracking team has assembled to lead a new opening in Melbourne’s CBD, by Conferre Group, the folks also behind Tipo 00, Osteria Ilaria, Figlia and Grana. Harriot will see Andreas Papadakis (partner and group executive chef) and Luke Skidmore (partner and director) joined by executive chef James Kelly (previou

Address evidence: the recently opened 555 Collins Street, the restaurant is designed to seat around 60 diners, including a 14-person private dining room. Clocking in with a Melbourne sensibility and a tempting range of
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1 Oct 2026 · neutral coverage

es: Michael Bascetta has teamed up with Pizzeria Magma chef Matilde Razzoli to take over Fitzroy North’s beloved corner pizza shop. Hot new things? There are a couple of those in the mix, too. Razzoli’s springy spin on the mushroom pizza sees mushroom, mozzarella, parmesan cream and a zippy gremolata duke it out on top

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29 Sept 2026 · neutral coverage

This Just In: Fitzroy North's Pizzeria Magma Has Changed Hands, But the Dough, Wood-Fired Oven and Neighbourhood Spirit Stay Put For the past three or so years, Pizzeria Magma has been one of Fitzroy North's most inviting spots for a slice. Renowned for its Naples-style pizza, charred in a custom-made Mesiano wood-fire

Address evidence: in early October at 305 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North. Head to the website for more information. Like what you see? Subscribe to the Concrete Playground newsletter to get stories just like these straig
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