About

Hugo Dining is an Italian restaurant boasting delicious wood-fired pizzas, pasta, grill meat, dessert favourites and classic cocktails.

Located on the main strip in the heart of Essendon, Hugo Dining is an exciting new spot designed to offer authentic Italian cuisine and another taste of ‘la dolce vita’ in Melbourne. 

Helmed by established owners Mark Natoli and Head Chef Elvis. Knowing the rules and breaking some, to recreate traditional meals that their ancestors made. 

Whether you’re after a buzzy trattoria serving the perfect pasta and antipasto, a neighbourhood pizzeria or a lively cocktail and wine bar, Hugo Dining always has the answer.

Expect flavourful classic Italian dishes from Nonna’s kitchen, an inviting and buzzy Melbourne atmosphere, a knockout drinks list, and exceptional service with staff that treats you like family.