About the restaurant
Umberto Espresso Bar is a cherished Italian eatery nestled in Thornbury, Melbourne. Housed in a 100-year-old former shoe store, the venue retains its old-world charm, featuring dark wood paneling and vintage fixtures. The menu offers homestyle Italian dishes, including house-made pasta, veal cotoletta, and daily specials like osso buco with polenta. Renowned for its warm hospitality, Umberto also boasts a rooftop bar named Gigi, providing panoramic views of Thornbury and Coburg. Open Wednesday to Sunday, the restaurant accommodates group bookings and private functions.