Opening hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | 11:45 am – 10 pm |
| Sunday | 11:45 am – 10 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address123 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053
- Phone(03) 9437 6974
- Websitemercadante.com.au
- CuisineItalian
123 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053 · 1.2 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for Italian venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineItalian
- AreaCarlton, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays), open late on Mondays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays
About Mercadante
Mercadante brings Italian food to Carlton in Victoria. You'll find it at 123 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053, roughly 1.2 km from the Melbourne city centre.
Italian food is one of Australia's best-loved cuisines, from red-sauce trattorias to refined regional dining rooms. Menus typically run from antipasti and handmade pasta to grilled meats, seafood and classic dolci, with plenty of options for vegetarians.
Mercadante is open 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays), open late on Mondays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Carlton? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Universal Italian and Kantin.
In the venue's own words: “Mercadante Wood Fired Pizzeria located in Carlton is a pizzeria that is world famous for their chocolate pizza with a range of other pizzas and entertainment for you and your family to enjoy while enj”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
What to order
Signature Italian dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to Mercadante
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Universal Italian 🍝 Italian · 139-141 Lygon Street, Carlton20 mN · 1 min walk -
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Kantin 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 122 Lygon Street, Carlton30 mE · 1 min walk
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3
Hakata Gensuke 🍣 Japanese · 126 Lygon Street, Carlton30 mE · 1 min walk
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Thai City 🍜 Thai · 124 Lygon Street, Carlton30 mE · 1 min walk -
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Laksa House 118 🍽️ International · Carlton40 mSE · 1 min walk
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6
Mandina 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 143-145 Lygon Street, Carlton40 mN · 1 min walk
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Da Guido La Pasta 🍝 Italian · 130 Lygon Street, Carlton40 mE · 1 min walk
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8
Ying Thai 2 🍜 Thai · 110 Lygon Street, Carlton40 mSE · 1 min walk
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Carlton Curry House 🍛 Indian · 108 Lygon Street, Carlton40 mSE · 1 min walk
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10
Golden Prawn 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · 106 Lygon Street, Carlton50 mSE · 1 min walk
Recommended in the area
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More Italian near Carlton
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Eating out in Carlton
Carlton is home to 206 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, italian restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Mercadante there are 8,416 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (770 m), East End Theatre District (960 m), Melbourne (1.2 km), Fitzroy (1.2 km).
Cuisine mix in Carlton
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mercadante located?
Mercadante is located at 123 Lygon Street, Carlton VIC 3053. It is about 1.2 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Mercadante?
Mercadante is open 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays), open late on Mondays & Wednesdays & Thursdays & Fridays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Mercadante serve?
Mercadante serves Italian cuisine. Browse our Italian menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Mercadante?
You can reach Mercadante by phone on (03) 9437 6974 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Mercadante?
The closest venue is Universal Italian, about 20 m to the north (1 min walk). Other close options include Kantin (30 m), Hakata Gensuke (30 m), Thai City (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Mercadante?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Shark Fin Inn (Chinese, 850 m), Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant (Steakhouse & Grill, 990 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 1.2 km).
Where else can I find Italian food near Carlton?
Other Italian venues close by include Toto's Pizza (50 m), IL Gambero (100 m), Little Lygon (280 m).
How many restaurants are there in Carlton?
Our guide lists 206 places to eat in Carlton, most commonly cafés & brunch (52), italian restaurants (25), international restaurants (23). Within 25 km there are 8,416 venues in total.