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Thought there were too many Italian restaurants in Malvern? Now another modern eatery slinging wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas has moved into the neighbourhood.
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Another venue has joined Malvern’s growing list of Italian restaurants.
Lulu, an intimate 45-seater opposite the train station, now waves the red, white and green flag proudly alongside stablemates Grazia, Sincero and Made in Casa in the neighbourhood.
Owner Angus Brettingham-Moore opened restaurant to join his local wine bar, Essie, late last month.
“I’ve always wanted to provide locals with a great spot to go for dinner before or after – something easy, relaxed, and low-fuss but consistently good,” he said.
Inspired by London’s neighbourhood restaurants, head chef Rob Bramante (former Tiamo) is spinning a mix of approachable Italian eats, including pizzas, pastas, small snacks and larger shares alongside Italian and Aussie wines and cocktails.
Comte and truffle croquettes, spanner crab linguine, octopus with parsnip puree, mortadella, pistachio, bufallo mozzarella pizzas and tiramisu are among the menu standouts.
Lulu, 11 Station Street, Malvern, lulumalvern.com.au
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