Good, family friendly restaurants in Melbourne?

[overthesea]

I want to make a list of places to eat out in Melbourne for our imminent visit. Preferably Italian or European cuisine. Any Melbourne MNs got a suggestion? Must accept kids

Where are you staying ??

I could give you a lovely list of grown up restaurants following a very decadent childfree w/e DH and I spent in Melbourne in the Summer but unfortunately they won't meet your needs as they were all chosen with the specific reason that there wasn't a child in sight

I was amazed at the Italian influence in Melbourne so you shouldn't have any problems. My friend who lives there with a 9 yo often eats out around St. Kilda. If you manage to escape the sprogs for an evening or lunchtime I would really recommend the original Movida. Mouthwatering. You would probably get away with taking older kids (say 8 plus) there if they like trying different things. My 12 yo is desperate to try steak tartare after my rather drooling description of the Movida version.

Hi (name change) we are staying in CBD and then moving down to Elwood. Good to hear about italians as my kids love their food.