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Address: 101 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Phone: +61 3 8396 5777
Website: https://tippytay.com.au/
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Reviews
Peter Ooi
Tippy Tay opened to a lot of fanfare when it first launched in Melbourne, and the initial write-ups and gorgeous photos quickly put it on my bucket list. That said, more recent Google reviews were mixed, so I went in today with slightly tempered expectations.
I’m happy to say Tippy Tay exceeded them on all fronts.
The ambiance is fantastic — vibrant, stylish, and full of energy without feeling chaotic. The food was genuinely delicious, beautifully presented, and served in generous portions — the kind that makes you feel you’ve truly had a proper dining experience rather than a “small-plate showcase.”
What really elevated the experience, though, was the service. Our server, Nicola, was outstanding. Warm, friendly, down-to-earth, and genuinely attentive without ever being intrusive. She made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down and handled everything with ease and professionalism. Easily one of the best servers we’ve had the pleasure of dining with in Melbourne.
Based on our experience, Tippy Tay deserves far more credit than some of the lower reviews suggest. We left impressed, satisfied, and already planning a return visit. Highly recommended.
… moreI’m happy to say Tippy Tay exceeded them on all fronts.
The ambiance is fantastic — vibrant, stylish, and full of energy without feeling chaotic. The food was genuinely delicious, beautifully presented, and served in generous portions — the kind that makes you feel you’ve truly had a proper dining experience rather than a “small-plate showcase.”
What really elevated the experience, though, was the service. Our server, Nicola, was outstanding. Warm, friendly, down-to-earth, and genuinely attentive without ever being intrusive. She made us feel welcome from the moment we sat down and handled everything with ease and professionalism. Easily one of the best servers we’ve had the pleasure of dining with in Melbourne.
Based on our experience, Tippy Tay deserves far more credit than some of the lower reviews suggest. We left impressed, satisfied, and already planning a return visit. Highly recommended.
Julija Zivanovic
Came here on the weekend as a group of 6. While the food was pretty good (albeit definitely overpriced for what it is), the service was poor. Every time we needed anything we had to vigorously wave down the wait staff as there were clearly not enough of them on. The atmosphere was lovely and the decor really nice, but the service really let down the whole experience. I hope to return and have a better experience in the future. With saying all that, their signature passionfruit cocktail was amazing — highly recommend that!
… moreKia Yang
Tippy Tay – Melbourne
We dined at Tippy Tay and chose the $70 per person “Feed Me” menu — an excellent decision. Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, showcasing the restaurant’s vibrant Italian flair.
The meal began with warm focaccia and creamy stracciatella paired with roasted asparagus and a sunflower seed pesto — absolutely delicious and a perfect start. The salt and pepper calamari fritti followed, crispy and tender, served with a punchy garlic aioli and fresh lemon that lifted the flavours beautifully. The cacio e pepe arancini were rich, cheesy, and perfectly seasoned, complemented by a touch of aioli and Parmesan.
Next came the Amatriciana rigatoni — cooked al dente with guanciale, tomato, basil, black pepper, and Parmesan — a comforting, classic dish done exceptionally well. The Padellino pizza with white anchovy, olive tapenade, and capers was small but packed with big, briny flavours. The pork cotoletta was juicy and crisp, paired with a smooth seeded mustard cream, and the insalata toscana was a refreshing finish — basil, Parmesan, and lemon vinaigrette tying everything together nicely.
The interiors are stunning — colourful, cozy, and full of personality, with that warm Italian energy that makes you want to linger. The service started a bit slow as we were left unattended at first, but once we were assigned a dedicated waitress, the experience turned around completely — she was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Overall, Tippy Tay delivers a wonderful dining experience — delicious food, inviting atmosphere, and a menu that truly celebrates Italian comfort with flair. I’d happily return to try more of the menu (and that stracciatella again — it was perfect).
… moreWe dined at Tippy Tay and chose the $70 per person “Feed Me” menu — an excellent decision. Every course was beautifully presented and full of flavour, showcasing the restaurant’s vibrant Italian flair.
The meal began with warm focaccia and creamy stracciatella paired with roasted asparagus and a sunflower seed pesto — absolutely delicious and a perfect start. The salt and pepper calamari fritti followed, crispy and tender, served with a punchy garlic aioli and fresh lemon that lifted the flavours beautifully. The cacio e pepe arancini were rich, cheesy, and perfectly seasoned, complemented by a touch of aioli and Parmesan.
Next came the Amatriciana rigatoni — cooked al dente with guanciale, tomato, basil, black pepper, and Parmesan — a comforting, classic dish done exceptionally well. The Padellino pizza with white anchovy, olive tapenade, and capers was small but packed with big, briny flavours. The pork cotoletta was juicy and crisp, paired with a smooth seeded mustard cream, and the insalata toscana was a refreshing finish — basil, Parmesan, and lemon vinaigrette tying everything together nicely.
The interiors are stunning — colourful, cozy, and full of personality, with that warm Italian energy that makes you want to linger. The service started a bit slow as we were left unattended at first, but once we were assigned a dedicated waitress, the experience turned around completely — she was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything ran smoothly.
Overall, Tippy Tay delivers a wonderful dining experience — delicious food, inviting atmosphere, and a menu that truly celebrates Italian comfort with flair. I’d happily return to try more of the menu (and that stracciatella again — it was perfect).
Grace
Ambience was really nice! But it does get louder and more difficult to talk.
But the food was terrible.
– The pizza was soggy on bottom and did not hold its shape.
– The carbonara was SO salty and lacked flavour and obviously store bought pasta, not homemade pasta.
– The tomato gnocchi was also not pleasant, and not like the soft and pillowy gnocchi I am used to having at other Italian places.
– The focaccia was one of the worst focaccia I have ever had. It was very hard, and pairing it with olive oil and balsamic vinegar wasn’t nice. Butter would have been better.
– tuna was average
The food was just overall very disappointing. And it wasn’t even cheap. At this price point the food should have been much better. But the atmosphere was nice, although loud.
The service was decent, but it would have been nice if the staff paid more attention since it was hard to get their attention, but also understandable because they are a busy and packed restaurant.
… moreBut the food was terrible.
– The pizza was soggy on bottom and did not hold its shape.
– The carbonara was SO salty and lacked flavour and obviously store bought pasta, not homemade pasta.
– The tomato gnocchi was also not pleasant, and not like the soft and pillowy gnocchi I am used to having at other Italian places.
– The focaccia was one of the worst focaccia I have ever had. It was very hard, and pairing it with olive oil and balsamic vinegar wasn’t nice. Butter would have been better.
– tuna was average
The food was just overall very disappointing. And it wasn’t even cheap. At this price point the food should have been much better. But the atmosphere was nice, although loud.
The service was decent, but it would have been nice if the staff paid more attention since it was hard to get their attention, but also understandable because they are a busy and packed restaurant.
Flowie 0722
Food and Drinks are great. But there was one worker just minus all the points of the dining experience. She kept coming every 10 mins in our last 45 minutes of the booking, to tell us we need to leave at 7:30pm, and took our dishes away even there is still food on the dishes.
… moreAyushi Sharma
This is a perfect place to visit with family or friends. It truly didn’t disappoint me in terms of food and ambiance. The atmosphere is very beautiful and lively, filled with vibrant colors. The food is excellent, with plenty of options to choose from. The pizza was the best I’ve had, and the tiramisu explained why it’s so highly praised and talked about. I’ll definitely go back just for the tiramisu! One thing to keep in mind is that it tends to get quite busy, so it’s recommended to make a reservation in advance.
… moreLucy Alphonso
Was looking forward to visiting Tippy Tay but unfortunately the experience fell way below expectations. I’ll break down my experience below:
* LOCATION: The restaurant is located at the back of Garden State, and to enter, you must line up with the rest of the crowd getting their IDs checked. When I got to the front, I was then directed to a girl with an iPad who checked my booking then just told me to walk to the back where the restaurant is. This process felt like a waste of time. Also, when my sister directly approached the girl with the iPad, a bouncer aggressively asked for her ID despite the obvious that she had a restaurant booking. An unpleasant start to the evening to say the least.
* BOOKING: Upon reaching the restaurant, another waiter checked our booking and told us our table was not ready despite my sister getting a text at 7:40pm saying our table was ready. We then waited 20 mins for our table and we were seated at 8pm for a 7:30pm booking.
* SERVICE: One of the better elements of the night was that our main waitress was nice and attentive. She did accidentally get one of our orders wrong and apologised, although the waitress who brought out the food questioned us repeatedly as if we ordered wrong.
* FOOD: The quality of the food was not up to standard and not worth the expensive price. I have attached photos to back up all my comments. Entree – the focaccia was stale and definitely not fresh with an overly chewy crust. We were served 4 pieces without any accompanying olive oil, balsamic or butter. The olives were overly salty and sour. Mains – the mezze maniche pasta is supposed to be a large tube-shaped pasta but our plate came without a single piece of pasta in-tact. It looks like it was overcooked and all the pieces of pasta were broken into flat pieces. The wood fire pizza had large, burnt areas on the crust which a good wood-fire pizza should not have if it was cooked at the correct temperature. Additionally the bottom of the pizza was completely soggy, making for an unpleasant texture. Dessert – The tiramisu was fine but nothing to rave about.
One of the only positives about this establishment is the decor and buzzy vibe. I do not recommend visiting if you are after high-quality food that’s made with care and pride.
… more* LOCATION: The restaurant is located at the back of Garden State, and to enter, you must line up with the rest of the crowd getting their IDs checked. When I got to the front, I was then directed to a girl with an iPad who checked my booking then just told me to walk to the back where the restaurant is. This process felt like a waste of time. Also, when my sister directly approached the girl with the iPad, a bouncer aggressively asked for her ID despite the obvious that she had a restaurant booking. An unpleasant start to the evening to say the least.
* BOOKING: Upon reaching the restaurant, another waiter checked our booking and told us our table was not ready despite my sister getting a text at 7:40pm saying our table was ready. We then waited 20 mins for our table and we were seated at 8pm for a 7:30pm booking.
* SERVICE: One of the better elements of the night was that our main waitress was nice and attentive. She did accidentally get one of our orders wrong and apologised, although the waitress who brought out the food questioned us repeatedly as if we ordered wrong.
* FOOD: The quality of the food was not up to standard and not worth the expensive price. I have attached photos to back up all my comments. Entree – the focaccia was stale and definitely not fresh with an overly chewy crust. We were served 4 pieces without any accompanying olive oil, balsamic or butter. The olives were overly salty and sour. Mains – the mezze maniche pasta is supposed to be a large tube-shaped pasta but our plate came without a single piece of pasta in-tact. It looks like it was overcooked and all the pieces of pasta were broken into flat pieces. The wood fire pizza had large, burnt areas on the crust which a good wood-fire pizza should not have if it was cooked at the correct temperature. Additionally the bottom of the pizza was completely soggy, making for an unpleasant texture. Dessert – The tiramisu was fine but nothing to rave about.
One of the only positives about this establishment is the decor and buzzy vibe. I do not recommend visiting if you are after high-quality food that’s made with care and pride.
Phay T
First of all, the place is gorgeous and big! Has 3 difference sections, indoor intimate restaurant, cool garden outdoor smoking area then the bar.
Second of all, the staff are lovely, helpful and friendly.
Then the food, everything is yummy 10/10. Everything we ordered was beautifully delicious.
I would go back!
… moreSecond of all, the staff are lovely, helpful and friendly.
Then the food, everything is yummy 10/10. Everything we ordered was beautifully delicious.
I would go back!
Sue
Alyssa was amazing! She looked after us all night and nothing was a bother! The food and atmosphere were great. We highly recommend for a great night out!
I love the decor, quirky and fun but sophisticated! We will be back.
Thank you Alyssa!
… moreI love the decor, quirky and fun but sophisticated! We will be back.
Thank you Alyssa!
R E
The owner is very lucky to have some very dedicated and hardworking staff members – particularly two who were very efficient in spite of how busy it was. Some delicious plates – focaccia, croquettes, carpaccio. Cocktails were great. Linguine carbonara and pizza were good. Dessert selection could be better. Love that they didn’t ask for a tip which is not Australian culture.
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