about us

Owned by renowned Melbourne restaurant family the Bortolotto's and Harry Lilai, Cecconi’s Cantina is a place where food, wine, service and atmosphere come beautifully together.

Olimpia Bortolotto They have a saying in Italy ‘mia casa e tu casa’ meaning ‘my home is your home’. Nowhere is this more apt than at Cecconi’s Cantina, it truly is a family affair. Whilst Head chef and mum Olimpia Bortolotto overseas the most extraordinary food, daughters Anna and Maria run everything to perfection in the restaurant. From a family who embrace food so whole-heartedly it’s not surprising you’ll feel at home.

Olimpia has been cooking since she was a little girl in the Veneto region of Italy. She learnt the joy of making spicy smallgoods with her father. Her mother taught her the art of making pasta. It is not an overstatement to say that Olimpia is at the heart of traditional Italian cooking in Melbourne.

Located at 61 Flinders Lane in the hustle and bustle of inner city life, Cecconi's Cantina has a private dining room, a main dining room and wine bar with an outdoor terrace.

Cecconi's Cantina’s menu is based on traditional Italian
recipes using the best quality ingredients. It is perfectly
complimented by an impressive, globetrotting wine list.

Cecconi's Cantina offers a truly special dining experience.