La Porchetta - Cranbourne

Since 1985, Australia has known La Porchetta. Indeed, La Porchetta’s roots go back to a run-down pizza shop in Melbourne’s Italian district, bought by Italian pair Rocky Pantaleo and Felice Nania that later turned into a dynasty. This, the Cranbourne branch of La Porchetta, isn’t too far away from those roots and so you’d best believe it’s every bit as good as the original with great pizza, pasta and an undeniable passion for Italian food. You’ll find La Porchetta Cranbourne on South Gippsland Highway meaning it’s easily accessible and absolutely worth a reservation in advance.

The aim of every La Porchetta restaurant is to be a part of its local community and celebrate homestyle food that’s at the centre of Italian family life. As such, a meal at La Porchetta feels like going round to a friend’s house for dinner. The welcome is warm, the food wholesome and the value outstanding. La Porchetta Cranbourne is therefore one of the most delightful places to eat in this part of suburban Melbourne and the Victorian regional menu is a joy to behold.

On it you’ll find a wealth of salads and starters, as well as classic pizzas and pasta dishes and plenty of meaty mains. We’d certainly recommend the roasted pumpkin calzone from Campania, as well as the simple but completely delightful Original Porchetta complete with mozzarella, lean Italian pork sausage, basil and olive oil. All of that said, if you fancy pushing the boat out at La Porchetta Cranbourne, go for the 300gm Porterhouse steak with a side of seasonal vegetables. It’s indulgence defined. Cranbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, heck, all of Australia loves La Porchetta – so go ahead and treat yourself.