Canto Melbourne

Melbourne, VIC 🍝 Italian

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  • Address414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
  • CuisineItalian
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414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 · 760 m from Melbourne centre

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About Canto

Canto is an Italian restaurant in Melbourne, Victoria. You'll find it at 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, roughly 760 m 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.

The venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Kaki Lima and Bowen Street Cafe.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • No takeaway
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air-conditioned

What to order

Signature Italian dishes to look out for.

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AntipastiCalamari frittiLightly fried squid with lemon and aioli
PastaSpaghetti carbonaraGuanciale, egg yolk and pecorino
SecondiGrilled fish of the daySalsa verde and seasonal vegetables
DolciCannoliCrisp shells with sweet ricotta

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Closest restaurants to Canto

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Kaki Lima – 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    Kaki Lima 🍣 Japanese · 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    20 mW · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Bowen Street Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Bowen Street, Melbourne
    20 mSW · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Tokyo Yokocho 🍣 Japanese · 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    30 mW · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    College Dropout Burgers Pop-Up 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Bowen Street, Melbourne
    40 mS · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Standing Room – 394-412 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    Standing Room ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 394-412 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    60 mSW · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Little Bang Espresso ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 394-412 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    70 mSW · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    J&G Taiwanese Fried Chicken 🥟 Chinese · 376-392 Swanston Street, Greek Precinct
    80 mSW · 1 min walk
  8. 8
    Panda Hotpot Restaurant – Carlton
    Panda Hotpot Restaurant 🥟 Chinese · Carlton
    110 mN · 1 min walk
  9. 9
    Xiangli Cuisine 🥟 Chinese · 479 Swanston Street, Melbourne
    120 mW · 1 min walk
  10. 10
    The Bean Project logo
    The Bean Project ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 427-433 Swanston Street, Greek Precinct
    120 mSW · 1 min walk

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Shark Fin Inn

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Trattoria Emilia

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Frenchie

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MoVida

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Dom's Pizzeria

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Mercadante

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Eating out in Melbourne

Melbourne is home to 536 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of Canto there are 8,420 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Greek Precinct (470 m), East End Theatre District (780 m), Carlton (880 m), Koreatown (980 m).

Cuisine mix in Melbourne

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch146
  • 🍽️ International64
  • 🍣 Japanese47
  • 🥟 Chinese45
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken31

Frequently asked questions

Where is Canto located?

Canto is located at 414-418 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. It is about 760 m 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 Canto?

Opening hours for Canto have not been published in our data sources yet. Check the venue's official channels before visiting.

What kind of food does Canto serve?

Canto serves Italian cuisine. Browse our Italian menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Does Canto offer takeaway or delivery?

According to our latest data, Canto does not offer takeaway.

Is Canto wheelchair accessible?

Yes — Canto is listed as wheelchair accessible.

What is the closest restaurant to Canto?

The closest venue is Kaki Lima, about 20 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Bowen Street Cafe (20 m), Tokyo Yokocho (30 m), College Dropout Burgers Pop-Up (40 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Canto?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Universal Italian (Italian, 440 m), Shark Fin Inn (Chinese, 730 m), Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant (Steakhouse & Grill, 820 m).

Where else can I find Italian food near Melbourne?

Other Italian venues close by include Pazzi (340 m), Toto's Pizza (370 m), Mondo Di Pasta (400 m).

How many restaurants are there in Melbourne?

Our guide lists 536 places to eat in Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (146), international restaurants (64), japanese restaurants (47). Within 25 km there are 8,420 venues in total.