I Carusi II

4.7

108 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Italian

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2 people

Mar 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for groups

I Carusi II is a hidden little St Kilda gem. Open since 2004, it has first provided some of the best Napolitan pizzas in Melbourne. It has grown over the years and is becoming the friendly unpretentious neighbourhood restaurant that is missing in St Kilda and the bayside. I Carusi II still offers its legendary pizzas but the menu now offers many other Italian favourites, with a function area for up to 25 people, home delivery and daily seasonal specials. Open 7 nights a week.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9593 6033
Website
http://icarusiii.com.au/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
MURAT OVAZ

Location
231 Barkly St, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182
Neighbourhood
St Kilda
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Experiences

Wednesday Spaghetti Bolognese $20
A$20.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Come in and enjoy a bowl of Spaghetti Bolognese for $20.
Thursday night - 30% off bill for Locals
Multiple dates available
Ciao! Come and enjoy all the I Carusi favourites with 30% off the food bill if your postcode matches below! Postcode's :3181,3182,3183, 3184
Sunday Special! Margarita Pizza $18, Spritz $14
Multiple dates available
Come in from 4pm Sunday and enjoy a Margarita Pizza from $18 & April Spritz $14.

Popular dishes

Mixed olives: warm mixed olivesA$9.00
Meatballs ragù: beef meatballs served with ragù, grated parmigiano, basil and fresh breadA$23.00
Parmigiana: eggplant parmigiana with pecorino cream and fresh basilA$24.00
harcuterie board: selection of Italian salami and cheese with mixed vegetablesA$50.00
Prosciutto e búfala: San Daniele prosciutto and bufalo mozzarellaA$30.00

SALADS

Rocket salad: rocket, walnuts, shaved parmigiano and balsamic vinegarA$16.00
Radicchio prawns and calamari salad: radicchio, rocket, mix of pan fried garlic, chilli prawns and calamariA$32.00
Caprese salad: tomatoes, bufala mozzarella and basilA$20.00

FOCACCIAS

Garlic and herb focaccia (V)A$12.00
Garlic and cheese focaccia (V)A$14.00
White anchovies and fresh tomato bruschettaA$16.00

PASTAS

Lasagna ragù bologneseA$35.00
Mushroom lasagna (V)A$35.00
Gnocchi beef ragùA$32.00
Gnocchi eggplant ragù and ricotta (V)A$32.00
Scallop, crab and fennel agnolotti with burro biancoA$38.00

DESSERTS

Panna cotta ai frutti di boscoA$16.00
TiramisùA$18.00
Bread and Amaretti cake served with amaretti gelatoA$26.00
Nutella pizzaA$15.00
Choice of three artisan Gelato (5 per scoop)A$5.00

PIZZAS NEAPOLITAN 12”

MARGHERITA (V)A$26.00
San Marzano, fior di latte, basil, parmigiano, olive oil (add Buffalo Mozzarella 6)
SAN DANIELEA$34.00
Bufalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, rocket, prosciutto, San Daniele, shaved parmigiano, olive oil
DIAVOLAA$28.00
San Marzano, provola, spicy salame, nduja
CAPRICCIOSAA$28.00
San Marzano, fior di latte, ham, mushroom, olives
VEGETARIANA (V)A$28.00
San Marzano, bufalo mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, roasted capsicum
CINQUE FORMAGGI (V)A$28.00
Fior di latte, gorgonzola, taleggio, goat cheese, fresh ricotta and basil
MACELLAIOA$29.00
San Marzano, fior di latte, ham, spicy salame, salsiccia, pancetta
TARTUFATA (V)A$29.00
Truffle mushroom cream, fior di latte, mushroom, rocket, shaved parmigiano and truffle oil (add prosciutto 6)
STUART (V)A$30.00
Smoked zucchini cream, fior di latte, zucchini, goat cheese and mint (add prawns 5)
CONTADINAA$28.00
Garlic cream, taleggio, baked potatoes, pancetta, rosemary
SALSICCIA E FRIARIELLIA$28.00
Provola, salsiccia, friarielli, chilli oil
SEAFOODA$34.00
San Marzano, fior di latte, calamari, prawns, mussels
PANINO MORTAZZAA$30.00
Bufala mozzarella, rocket, tomato, mortadella, nduja mayonnaise

FRIZZANTE

Frisky Business Prosecco Vic
- GlassA$12.00
- BottleA$65.00
Chartley Estate Lavinia Premium Tamar Valley, TasA$90.00
Bottle

BIANCO

2023 Four Winds Riesling Canberra district, NSWA$65.00
Bottle
2023 Atze’s Corner Vermentino Barossa Valley, SA
- GlassA$12.00
- BottleA$55.00
2021 Munificent Pinot Grigio Vic
- GlassA$12.00
- BottleA$55.00
2022 Risky Business Pinot Gris King Valley, VicA$60.00
Bottle
2022 Golding Chardonnay Adelaide Hills, SA
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$60.00
2023 Berrigan Gruner Veltliner Mount Benson, SAA$65.00
Bottle
2020 Giammarino Fiano Yarra Valley, Vic
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$70.00

ROSSO

2023 Golding Purveyor Pinot Noir Adelaide Hills, SA
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$60.00
2019 Giammarino Nebbiolo Yarra Valley, Vic
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$70.00
2022 Berrigan Sangiovese Adelaide Hills, SA
- GlassA$15.00
- BottleA$70.00
2021 Down the Rabbit Hole Shiraz McLaren Vale, SA
- GlassA$14.00
- BottleA$65.00
2021 Calcannia Grenache Clare Valley, SAA$65.00
Bottle
2021 DTRH Sangiovese Cabernet SAA$68.00
Bottle
2020 Atzes Eddi’s Old Vine Shiraz Barossa, SAA$130.00
Bottle

ROSÉ

Four Winds Sangiovese Rosé Canberra district, NSW
- GlassA$13.00
- BottleA$60.00

COCKTAILS

Aperol Spritz, Aperol, Prosecco, SodaA$18.00
Negroni, Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Campari, orangeA$18.00
Americano, Campari, Vermouth, soda, lemonA$18.00

BIRRA

PeroniA$11.00
Moretti LagerA$11.50
Menabrea Blonde LagerA$12.00
Peroni Non-alcoholicA$11.00

SOFT DRINKS

San Pellegrino, Limonata, Chinotto, Aranciata RossaA$6.00
San Pellegrino 1L SparklingA$12.00
Coca ColaA$6.00

Upstairs is a private bar and dining area, perfect for functions and events. Please ask our staff for more information.

10% surcharge applicable on weekends and public holidays

What 108 people are saying

I Carusi II reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

I Carusi II is celebrated for its "amazing pizzas," hailed as some of "the best in Melbourne," and offering "authentic Neapolitan" flavors. The restaurant boasts a "friendly atmosphere," "great service," and "cozy charm," perfect for a "delightful dining experience." However, some reviews note inconsistencies in non-pizza offerings.

108 Reviews

K
Kelvin
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service.. loved it. It's like a little part of Italy in St Kilda!
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Jo
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on January 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful ambiance and service terrific and friendly. Wish it was my local
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Steve
Sunshine Coast1 review
4.0
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great seafood pizza, but no prawns. Spaghetti was nice but small for my appetite.
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Yvette
Melbourne4 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fave. Pizza night on Monday's - $20 each. Our regular.
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Josephine
Melbourne3 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Rating: 3/5 This was our third visit, but unfortunately, the experience didn’t quite meet our expectations this time. The tables inside are very close together, making it challenging to walk through comfortably and limiting privacy. It may be worth considering a bit more spacing to allow for a more comfortable and enjoyable dining experience. We were initially directed by the staff to use QR codes to access the menu, although we noticed that other tables nearby were given physical menus. This seemed inconsistent, especially since we were dining inside. For many guests, myself included, having a physical menu is an important part of the dining experience, so we appreciated receiving one after requesting it. Our table was also quite small, making it difficult to accommodate even standard items like our water bottle. Adding extra space or providing slightly larger tables for two would enhance comfort, particularly for guests who wish to order multiple dishes. As for the food, we found it to be a bit lacking in flavor, and our pizza was overcooked and not as hot as we would have liked, despite the venue not being very busy at the time. We hope that the kitchen can take extra care with temperature and cooking consistency in the future.
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Carol
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful family dinner at I Carusi ll. Food & service fantastic & very welcoming to ‘little’ people. We had such a fun experience. Thank you!
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Lucy
Melbourne9 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love our little local Italian - reliably delicious, friendly service, laid back atmosphere. Just right.
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Maria Fernanda
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on September 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and a cozy atmosphere! The carbonara was exquisite, and both the tiramisu and panna cotta were amazing. Great service too!
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Kerri
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful atmosphere, quality food. The pizzas are terrific and we loved the antipasto platter
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Alexandra
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great little local pizza place, lovely spot for dinner
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FAQs

I Carusi II offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9593 6033.

I Carusi II is rated 4.7 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

231 Barkly St, St Kilda, AU-VIC 3182

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
St Kilda
Hours of Operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Italian, Pizza Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
MURAT OVAZ
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://icarusiii.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9593 6033

I Carusi II

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Wednesday Spaghetti Bolognese $20

Thursday night - 30% off bill for Locals

Sunday Special! Margarita Pizza $18, Spritz $14

Margherita

MARGHERITA (V)

Kids Margherita Pizza

ENTREES

Mixed olives: warm mixed olivesA$9.00

Meatballs ragù: beef meatballs served with ragù, grated parmigiano, basil and fresh breadA$23.00

Parmigiana: eggplant parmigiana with pecorino cream and fresh basilA$24.00

harcuterie board: selection of Italian salami and cheese with mixed vegetablesA$50.00

Prosciutto e búfala: San Daniele prosciutto and bufalo mozzarellaA$30.00

SALADS

Rocket salad: rocket, walnuts, shaved parmigiano and balsamic vinegarA$16.00

Radicchio prawns and calamari salad: radicchio, rocket, mix of pan fried garlic, chilli prawns and calamariA$32.00

Caprese salad: tomatoes, bufala mozzarella and basilA$20.00

FOCACCIAS

Garlic and herb focaccia (V)A$12.00

Garlic and cheese focaccia (V)A$14.00

White anchovies and fresh tomato bruschettaA$16.00

PASTAS

Lasagna ragù bologneseA$35.00

Mushroom lasagna (V)A$35.00

Gnocchi beef ragùA$32.00

Gnocchi eggplant ragù and ricotta (V)A$32.00

Scallop, crab and fennel agnolotti with burro biancoA$38.00

DESSERTS

Panna cotta ai frutti di boscoA$16.00

TiramisùA$18.00

Bread and Amaretti cake served with amaretti gelatoA$26.00

Nutella pizzaA$15.00

Choice of three artisan Gelato (5 per scoop)A$5.00

PIZZAS NEAPOLITAN 12”

MARGHERITA (V)A$26.00

SAN DANIELEA$34.00

DIAVOLAA$28.00

CAPRICCIOSAA$28.00

VEGETARIANA (V)A$28.00

CINQUE FORMAGGI (V)A$28.00

MACELLAIOA$29.00

TARTUFATA (V)A$29.00

STUART (V)A$30.00

CONTADINAA$28.00

SALSICCIA E FRIARIELLIA$28.00

SEAFOODA$34.00

PANINO MORTAZZAA$30.00

FRIZZANTE

Frisky Business Prosecco Vic

Chartley Estate Lavinia Premium Tamar Valley, TasA$90.00

BIANCO

2023 Four Winds Riesling Canberra district, NSWA$65.00

2023 Atze’s Corner Vermentino Barossa Valley, SA

2021 Munificent Pinot Grigio Vic

2022 Risky Business Pinot Gris King Valley, VicA$60.00

2022 Golding Chardonnay Adelaide Hills, SA

2023 Berrigan Gruner Veltliner Mount Benson, SAA$65.00

2020 Giammarino Fiano Yarra Valley, Vic

ROSSO

2023 Golding Purveyor Pinot Noir Adelaide Hills, SA

2019 Giammarino Nebbiolo Yarra Valley, Vic

2022 Berrigan Sangiovese Adelaide Hills, SA

2021 Down the Rabbit Hole Shiraz McLaren Vale, SA

2021 Calcannia Grenache Clare Valley, SAA$65.00

2021 DTRH Sangiovese Cabernet SAA$68.00

2020 Atzes Eddi’s Old Vine Shiraz Barossa, SAA$130.00

ROSÉ

Four Winds Sangiovese Rosé Canberra district, NSW

COCKTAILS

Aperol Spritz, Aperol, Prosecco, SodaA$18.00

Negroni, Gin, Sweet Vermouth, Campari, orangeA$18.00

Americano, Campari, Vermouth, soda, lemonA$18.00

BIRRA

PeroniA$11.00

Moretti LagerA$11.50