Criniti's - Carlton

4.0

16 Reviews

$A40 and under

Italian

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

23:30

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

Carlton is a vibrant suburb located in the heart of Melbourne, known for its robust cultural heritage and diverse population.

Criniti's is the perfect spot for an unforgettable meal, offering the best-woodfired pizzas, ribs, pasta, seafood and more. Our menu fuses traditional Southern Italian cuisine with contemporary Australian dishes to provide an array of mouth-watering flavours.

Whether you're searching for a quick bite or a leisurely dinner, Criniti's has something to suit everyone. We also offer classic 1mts, 2mts and 3mts pizzas that will tantalize your taste buds. Visit us in Carlton and experience truly delicious Italian food!

Additional information

Location
198-204 Faraday Street, Melbourne, AU-ACT 3053
Phone number
(02) 8026 7721
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Australian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Joey Bananas CrespelleA$18.90
italian crepes filled w/ caramelised banana, nutella, crushed maltesers, twirl, candied crushed nuts & criniti's mascarpone cream topped w/ butterscotch sauce, salted caramel gelato & dusted w/ icing sugar
Nutella CrespelleA$18.90
italian crepes filled w/ nutella, criniti's mascarpone cream & fresh strawberries topped w/ vanilla gelato & nutella
Originale Crespelle*A$18.90
italian crepes filled w/ criniti's mascarpone cream, caramelised banana & fresh strawberries topped w/ hot milk choc fudge, candied crushed nuts, criniti's mascarpone cream, vanilla gelato &dusted w/ icing sugar
Ricotta & Fig CrespelleA$18.90
italian crepes filled w/ sweet ricotta, figs, candied crushed nuts, choc chips & honey, topped w/ vanilla gelato, butter biscuit crumble, hot milk choc fudge & dusted w/ icing sugar
Belgian PancakesA$17.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ fresh strawberries, belgian chocolate fudge, vanilla gelato & dusted w/ icing sugar
Cinnamon Roll PancakesA$17.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ cream cheese cinnamon glaze, caramel sauce, vanilla gelato & dusted w/ icing sugar
Maple PancakesA$17.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ maple syrup & butter served w/ vanilla gelato & criniti's mascarpone cream
Nutella PancakesA$18.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ nutella & caramelised banana served w/ vanilla gelato & criniti's mascarpone cream
Ricotta PancakesA$18.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ choc chips, sweet ricotta, pistachios & honey served w/ vanilla gelato & criniti's mascarpone cream
Strawberry PancakesA$17.90
double stack buttermilk pancakes w/ caramelised strawberries & white chocolate flakes served w/ vanilla gelato & criniti's mascarpone cream
Belgian WafflesA$18.90
homemade fresh waffles w/ fresh strawberries, belgian chocolate fudge, vanilla gelato dusted w/ icing sugar
Nutella WafflesA$18.90
homemade fresh waffles w/ nutella, fresh strawberries & oreos topped w/ hot white choc fudge, cookies & cream & vanilla gelato & dusted w/ icing sugar

Extras - Il Supplemento

AsparagusA$5.90
Crispy BaconA$6.90
Bufala MozzarellaA$5.90
EggsA$4.90
HamA$6.90
Hash BrownA$4.90
Italian SausageA$7.90
MushroomsA$5.90
Organic Coconut YogurtA$5.90
Plain YogurtA$4.90
PorchettaA$7.90
Potato Chips-ProsciuttoA$10.90
Smashed AvocadoA$10.90
Smoked SalmonA$4.90
Sweet Potato ChipsA$11.90
ToastA$11.90
WedgesA$4.90

Breakfast Bruschetta - Bruschette

Eggs Benedetto**A$17.90
poached eggs on wood fired italian bread w/ baby spinach, hollandaise & your choice of porchetta / crispy bacon / smoked salmon / ham
Fig & Ricotta BruschettaA$17.90
wood fired italian bread w/ figs, bufala ricotta, honey & toasted almonds
Frank Criniti's Bruschetta*A$20.90
a criniti family recipe; wood fired italian bread topped w/ poached eggs, porchetta, tomato bruschetta, smashed avocado, hollandaise & chilli, sprinkled w/ paprika & toasted sesame seeds
Mamma Criniti's BruschettaA$17.90
wood fired italian bread with/ eggs your way, tomato bruchetta & avocado
Salmon & Avocado BruschettaA$20.90
wood fired italian bread w/ red onion, rocket & cherry tomatoes, avocado, salmon & poached eggs

Breakfast Burgers - Panini Americani

All dishes are served w/ potato fries, chilli tapenade & garlic & chilli aioli dips. Add side salad +$4.90 | gluten free bun +$3.90

Ciccio's BurgerA$23.90
scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, baby spinach & hollandaise
Bella's Burger*A$24.90
sausage, crispy bacon, porchetta, caramelised onion, butter lettuce, melted cheddar, tomato & BBQ sauce
Jada's BurgerA$25.90
fried egg, crispy bacon, crumbed eggplant, mushroom, semi-dried tomatoes, baby spinach, melted cheddar & garlic aioli
The StackarooA$28.90
fried egg, beef patty, crispy bacon, garlic aioli, BBQ sauce, melted cheddar, onion & hash brown

Breakfast Mains - Colazione Salata

Add chips +$4.90 | add side salad +$4.90

Breakfast Platter^
hot: 4 eggs your way, bacon, italian sausage, sautéed baby spinach, mushrooms, crumbed eggplant & polenta chips w/ gorgonzola cream; cold: prosciutto, salame, marinated eggplant, marinated mushrooms, zucchini, artichokes, semi-dried tomatoes, olives & smashed avocado; cheese: shaved parmesan, bufala ricotta, feta & grilled halloumi served w/ wood fired italian bread
- For 2A$49.90
Simple BreakfastA$14.90
eggs your way on toasted italian bread
Savoury PancakesA$22.90
double stack pancakes w/ crispy bacon, maple syrup, fresh banana & vanilla gelato
Savoury WafflesA$22.90
fresh waffles w/ fried chicken, crispy bacon, eggs & maple syrup
Veggie OmeletteA$18.90
tomato, mushrooms, red onion, eggplant, shallots, parmesan, semi-dried tomato & mozzarella
Healthy BreakfastA$27.90
2 poached eggs, cottage cheese, sautéed mushrooms, grilled tomato, baby spinach & smashed avocado served w/ chilli tapenade, garlic & chilli aioli dips & sweet potato fries
Australiano Big BreakfastA$28.90
2 eggs your way, crispy bacon, steak, italian sausage, grilled tomato, sautéed mushrooms, baby spinach, smashed avocado & hash browns served w/ tomato sauce, BBQ sauce, chilli aioli & wood fired italian bread
Italiano Big Breakfast*A$29.90
2 eggs your way, porchetta, roasted tomato, italian sausage, prosciutto, salame, provolone, marinated olives, crumbed eggplant & polenta chips w/ gorgonzola cream served w/ wood fired italian bread

Breakfast Pantry - Dispensa

Gluten free bread +$3.90

House ToastA$9.90
w/ your choice of any of the spreads: peanut butter, nutella, vegemite, honey, berry jam, marmalade, strawberry jam, fig jam
Acai BowlA$17.90
topped w/ sliced banana, strawberries, honey & dried coconut
GranolaA$19.90
toasted muesli w/ organic yoghurt, fresh berries & peanut butter protein powder

Coffee & Tea - Caff e Te

Coffee

Piccolo LatteA$4.90
MacchiatoA$4.90
BabycinoA$3.90
Short BlackA$4.90
Long BlackA$5.90
LatteA$5.90
MochaA$5.90
CappuccinoA$5.90
Chai LatteA$5.90
Flat WhiteA$5.90
Hot ChocolateA$5.90
Italian Hot ChocolateA$6.90

Coffee - Additions

DecafA$0.90
Soy MilkA$0.90
Almond MilkA$0.90

Lose Leaf Tea

English BreakfastA$4.90
Early GreyA$4.90
Chai OrganicA$4.90
ChamomileA$4.90
PeppermintA$4.90
DarjeelingA$4.90
GreenA$4.90

Lose Leaf Tea - Additions

DecafA$0.90
Soy MilkA$0.90
Almond MilkA$0.90

Protein Smoothies - Frullati di Proteine

Soy milk or almond milk +$0.50

Berry BashA$12.90
strawberries, blueberries, cinnamon, cocoa powder, walnuts & coconut water w/ 30g of whey isolate
Franco ColumbuA$12.90
oats, peanut butter & almond milk w/ 30g of whey isolate
Pasquale Pat d CatA$12.90
baby spinach, green apple, cucumber & apple juice w/ 30g of whey isolate
Rocky Rocco*A$12.90
honey, banana, peanut butter & soy milk w/ 30g of whey isolate
Strawberries & CreamA$12.90
strawberries, banana, vanilla bean paste, chia seeds & almond milk w/ 30g of whey isolate
Wake UpA$12.90
blueberries, strawberries, banana, açai berries, honey & coconut water w/ 30g of whey isolate

What 16 people are saying

Criniti's - Carlton reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
3.8Service
4Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Criniti's - Carlton offers a lively atmosphere with standout "fantastic pizza and service." The staff, especially Alberto, provide attentive service and excellent drink recommendations. While some guests found noise levels high and certain dishes average, the impressive meter pizzas and friendly staff create memorable experiences. Ideal for celebrations, though booking times may need improvement.

16 Reviews

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Danijela
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best restaurant we ever went 10/10,definitely we will be back soon and recommend for everyone for any occasion.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on 31 May 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic pizza and service!! Came in for a booking of four and were looked after by Alberto, an absolute chad who was spot on with the recommendations and the staff at Criniti’s even managed to fit our 1m pizza on this tiny table, gotta try get a 2 metre on it next time! Drink selection was fantastic too, the team behind the bar pumped out drinks fast and to such an awesome standard - very good suggestions for where to go afterwards (although that 1m pizza was enough for 4 very hungry hippos there’s always room for drinks and dessert!) An amazing evening, and double thanks to Alberto who had our every need covered - thanks Criniti’s!!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 31 March 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Our dining experience started great. Server was attentive and drinks came quickly. Two mains came out incorrectly- one was undercooked and the 2nd was missing items that were to be included. We brought this to the server’s attention- the one order was fixed the other was not. Never saw the server again for the remainder of our t- having to ask for multiple times with no response and Gina Ohad to go the front to get the bill. No apologies for our experience no effort to Make it right which is sad because while I wouldn’t recommend the pastas the pizzas were pretty good.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Miami6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Sat us down, we’re very welcoming and very good at taking our order. Good quality food for a good price
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 6 January 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Was way to loud (music and noise) inside so I sat outside. Has to ask for a fork and cups for water. Has to call over the waiter to order after waiting a while. Has to call the waiter over again to order dessert as no one came and asked. Food was a good portion size but probably wouldn’t come back again. The Melbourne cbd location is much better. The sticky date putting also barely had any of the butterscotch sauce, very disappointing
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AshleighT
Melbourne1 review
2.0
Dined on 31 December 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Had a booking for 9pm, was told we had 5 minutes to order before they stopped taking orders. They shouldn't take 9pm bookings if that's the case. Aranchini balls tasted reheated, no crunch, soggy, flavour was fine. Bruschetta was nice. Pasta and pizza was average italian. Food was dumped on our table with no regard with how it would fit, everything did come out very quickly which was impressive but made it hard to fit everything and make it work. Wasn't asked how anything was. I went to the bathroom as I felt ill, unrelated to dinner. At least 3/4 bathroom stalls had no toilet paper, my partner told the waiter and was told it would be handled immediately. 5-10 minutes later, my partner had to bring me a napkin. I proceeded to go back to my table, everything was taken away. I was just able to grab a takeaway container for my pasta as it was whisked away when I dashed back after the toilet ordeal. Overall, average food, poor service. They should not take 9pm bookings.
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LiamM
Melbourne4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 3 December 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The location and decor is quite nice, along with the staff being friendly and attentive. However the music is a little loud making it hard to have conversation and the food was a little average for the most part.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne1 review
2.0
Dined on 16 July 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Food was over cooked and cold when it came to our table. Waiter forgot out side plates.
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Anon
Melbourne2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 June 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Farley decent place. Huge menu, drinks were good, meter pizzas are fun. Very loud in there, have to yell to speak to my friend. Sundays you get a huge surcharge which I didn’t know about before dining there. Don’t go on Sunday’s
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TammyN
Victoria1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 April 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had our family dinner for my daughter’s 21st. Great time, great food and service. Loved the special drums for her birthday too. Telling everyone what a great time we had and will definitely go again. Thankyou.
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FAQs

Criniti's - Carlton offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 8026 7721.

Criniti's - Carlton is rated 4 stars by 16 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

23:30

198-204 Faraday Street, Melbourne, AU-ACT 3053

Additional information

Phone number
(02) 8026 7721
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Australian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Criniti's - Carlton

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Breakfast Sweets - Colazione Dolci

Joey Bananas CrespelleA$18.90

Nutella CrespelleA$18.90

Originale Crespelle*A$18.90

Ricotta & Fig CrespelleA$18.90

Belgian PancakesA$17.90

Cinnamon Roll PancakesA$17.90

Maple PancakesA$17.90

Nutella PancakesA$18.90

Ricotta PancakesA$18.90

Strawberry PancakesA$17.90

Belgian WafflesA$18.90

Nutella WafflesA$18.90

Extras - Il Supplemento

AsparagusA$5.90

Crispy BaconA$6.90

Bufala MozzarellaA$5.90

EggsA$4.90

HamA$6.90

Hash BrownA$4.90

Italian SausageA$7.90

MushroomsA$5.90

Organic Coconut YogurtA$5.90

Plain YogurtA$4.90

PorchettaA$7.90

Potato Chips-ProsciuttoA$10.90

Smashed AvocadoA$10.90

Smoked SalmonA$4.90

Sweet Potato ChipsA$11.90

ToastA$11.90

WedgesA$4.90

Breakfast Bruschetta - Bruschette

Eggs Benedetto**A$17.90

Fig & Ricotta BruschettaA$17.90

Frank Criniti's Bruschetta*A$20.90

Mamma Criniti's BruschettaA$17.90

Salmon & Avocado BruschettaA$20.90

Breakfast Burgers - Panini Americani

Ciccio's BurgerA$23.90

Bella's Burger*A$24.90

Jada's BurgerA$25.90

The StackarooA$28.90

Breakfast Mains - Colazione Salata

Breakfast Platter^

Simple BreakfastA$14.90

Savoury PancakesA$22.90

Savoury WafflesA$22.90

Veggie OmeletteA$18.90

Healthy BreakfastA$27.90

Australiano Big BreakfastA$28.90

Italiano Big Breakfast*A$29.90

Breakfast Pantry - Dispensa

House ToastA$9.90

Acai BowlA$17.90

GranolaA$19.90

Coffee & Tea - Caff e Te

Coffee

Piccolo LatteA$4.90

MacchiatoA$4.90

BabycinoA$3.90

Short BlackA$4.90

Long BlackA$5.90

LatteA$5.90

MochaA$5.90

CappuccinoA$5.90

Chai LatteA$5.90

Flat WhiteA$5.90

Hot ChocolateA$5.90

Italian Hot ChocolateA$6.90

Coffee - Additions

DecafA$0.90

Soy MilkA$0.90

Almond MilkA$0.90

Lose Leaf Tea

English BreakfastA$4.90

Early GreyA$4.90