The story of this place
Florentino (formerly Grossi Florentino) is one of Melbourne's oldest and most prestigious Italian restaurants. The upstairs Mural Room, adorned with hand-painted Florentine-style frescoes, has been a fine-dining institution since the 1930s. The restaurant has weathered the Depression, wars, and changing tastes while maintaining its commitment to classic Italian sophistication. The Grossi family's stewardship established it as a destination for politicians, celebrities, and discerning diners. Now under new ownership, the restaurant continues its legacy of refined Italian cuisine in one of Melbourne's most beautiful dining rooms.