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Tesoro Gastronomia

4.6 (464)
$A40 and under
Italian
280 Doncaster Rd, Balwyn North, AU-VIC 3104

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Tesoro Gastronomia

4.6
$A40 and under
Italian
Balwyn North

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Deli-cafe by day, elegant-restaurant by night. Tesoro Gastronomia is a testament to the belief that a dining experience need not be fussy to be fantastic.

The seasonal menu pays homage to our Italian roots, presented in a modern context, we explore Italian cuisine's greatest hits whilst taking advantage of the beauty and bounty of seasonal local ingredients.

Tesoro exists to share our passion for the beauty and simplicity of Italian cuisine, and 100% of profits are either donated to local charities or used to sponsor the arts & events in the local community. As a collective, we recognise that our parents & grandparents sacrificed to give our generation the gifts of opportunity & prosperity; so Tesoro was created in their honour to pay their legacy forward.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 7064 5805
  • Website
    http://www.tesorogastronomia.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Fixed menu, one sitting, convivial dining experience. Evenings @ Tesoro, we all dine together as one.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Experiences

  • GIROPINSA & PASTA

    A$45.00 per person

    1 - 12 people

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy our bottomless PINSA & PASTA menu each Sunday for just $45/Adults and $25/Children (ages 3-11). Not a spelling error - P I N S A is Roma’s oval-shaped, lighter, and tastier version of Pizza. With a 72+ hour leavening period and a special 90% hydrated flour mix, it results in a crunchy crust and soft interior. Gluten-free option also available.
    GIROPINSA & PASTA photo

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Menu

This menu from Tesoro Gastronomia.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Tesoro Gastronomia.

4.6

4.6
(464)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Good for business meals

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tesoro Gastronomia offers "fantastic authentic Italian food" with "excellent Italian cuisine." Patrons enjoy the "friendly service," making each visit "an enjoyable experience." The restaurant is described as an "Italian gem," praised for its "beautiful food" and "lovely ambience." Most guests appreciate the "attentive" staff and the "quality ingredients."
464 Reviews

  1. Meg

    Victoria2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were very disappointed with our meal last night. Despite the incredible service from the waiter - the red wine he recommended was actually not available, the porchetta was dry and served with cold wilted spinach, the lamb backstrap was over cooked and chewy, the chef forget to prepare our side order of chips until after we had finished our meals - and the dessert ( lemon cake) was very dry as well. Apparently there was no marscapone ( at an italian restaurant) and the cake was served with ice cream instead :( This was previously one of our favorite local restaurants and we frequently dined here - but sorry to say, we will not be rushing back.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded 1 day ago
    Ciao Meg, Grazie for telling us, and we’re sorry. You know what our kitchen can do, and this fell well short of it. We’re glad our waiter looked after you, but good service should complement the meal, never make up for it. We’ve passed your feedback on to the team to find out what went wrong, and we’re working to make sure it doesn’t happen again. You’ve been one of our own for a long time, Tesoro, and we’d love to earn your trust back. We can’t share contact details here, so please call the restaurant directly and we’ll arrange a complimentary dinner for two. Con rispetto, The Tesoro Team

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  2. Jeffrey

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and friendly service. I would definitely come back.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded 1 day ago
    Ciao Jeffrey, Grazie di cuore for the five stars. A buzzing room, generous plates and a team enjoying themselves is exactly how a night here should feel, so it’s lovely to hear you felt that too. Next time, a glass of something nice or a dolce to finish is our treat, caro Tesoro. Please contact the restaurant directly, or simply mention this review when you’re in, and we’ll arrange it. Salute, The Tesoro Team

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  3. Vern

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 29 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Italian cuisine with great service from the staff.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded 1 day ago
    Ciao Vern, Grazie mille for taking a moment to write. We’re so glad your lunch was a happy one, and the team will love hearing it. Our door is always open for a long, lazy table, so do come back soon, caro Tesoro. We’d love to treat you to a round of drinks or a dolce next time. Please contact the restaurant directly, or simply mention this review when you’re in, and we’ll take care of it. Buon appetito, The Tesoro Team

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  4. Nick Gold

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night. Arancini options were all delicious and the service was attentive and warm. Always an enjoyable experience.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 18 September 2026
    Ciao Nick, Five across the board. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. One of our chefs is Sicilian, and he learned to make arancini at his mother's side in her kitchen. He still makes them her way, so your words will mean a great deal to him. Our floor team will be smiling too. Regulars like you are the heart of this place, you are a Tesoro. Do let the restaurant know, or just mention this review next time you are in, and we will have something waiting for you. Perhaps a glass of something nice or a dolce to finish. A presto, The Tesoro Team

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  5. Yvonne

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 25 August 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    My second visit to Tesoro was disappointing. Very noisy crowd, slow service, wine we wanted not on ice so we were offered another bottle which we found on paying the bill was much more expensive. All in all, a very disappointing lunch.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 31 August 2026
    Ciao Yvonne, Grazie for coming back to see us and for taking the time to write. We are genuinely sorry the visit left you feeling let down. A relaxed pace, attentive care and complete transparency around wine pricing are the least a Tesoro should expect from us, and we have raised each point with the team to address them in the future. Generosity is one of our core values, so it pains us to hear the bill came as a surprise. We would love a chance to make it right. Please contact the restaurant directly, or simply mention this review on your next visit, so we can arrange a complimentary treat for you. A presto, The Tesoro Team

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  6. Helen

    Victoria7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is tasty. An Italian gem in Doncaster for those looking to have Italian.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 20 August 2026
    Grazie Helen! "An Italian gem", what a lovely thing to read. That is exactly what we set out to be on Doncaster Rd: a little corner of Italy for the neighbourhood, where the food is honest, the welcome is warm, and you leave feeling properly looked after. You are a Tesoro! To show our gratitude for your wonderful feedback, we would love to elevate your next dining experience with something special on us, perhaps a round of drinks or a traditional Italian dessert to share. Please feel free to contact us before your next visit so we can personally arrange this complimentary treat for you, or simply mention this review to the team when you are next in and we'll take care of the rest. A presto! The Tesoro Team

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  7. Russell

    Victoria7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice little Italian restaurant. Service was excellent, we were in no rush & never felt rushed, even being the last ones out there was no pressure to go. Food was mixed, the seafood pasta was really tasty and a good serve. My wife had the carbonara which was tasty but may have sat too long before being served? Our friends enjoyed the seafood for 2, the only complaint from them was too much whitebait, otherwise it was pretty good. Wine list is good, if $$$ and no local or other Australian wine which is disappointing. We did have a really nice red, so no complaints on the quality. All in all recommend giving it a go, the host is a good bloke, likes a chat & makes everyone feel at home.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 31 August 2026
    Ciao Russell, Grazie mille for such a warm and detailed review. It means a great deal to hear our team made you feel at home and that there was never any rush to leave. That relaxed, abundant style of hospitality is exactly what we hope every Tesoro experiences. We are sorry one dish did not arrive at its best. Our kitchen has taken your feedback on board, and we have also noted your thoughts on the wine list for future consideration. Please contact the restaurant directly, or simply mention this review on your next visit, so we can arrange a complimentary treat for you. Mangia bene, The Tesoro Team

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  8. Eddy

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was fantastic. The lady at counter was very friendly and made my friend and I feel welcomed and appreciated. Coffee was exceptional - espresso had a dark chocolate flavour and Pinsa was light and tasty with quality ingredients.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 17 August 2026
    Grazie Eddy! It sounds like Saturday lunch treated you well. Great coffee, great pinsa, and someone at the counter who actually made you feel like you belonged there. That's the Tesoro we love to be. We'll make sure she knows. You are a Tesoro! To show our gratitude for your wonderful feedback, we would love to elevate your next dining experience with something special on us, perhaps a round of drinks or a traditional Italian dessert to share. Just contact the restaurant before your next visit so we can personally arrange this complimentary treat for you, or simply mention this review when you are next in and the team will take care of the rest. A presto! The Tesoro Team

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  9. Jeff

    Melbourne6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was amazing, knew everything about the food that we had questions for. Food was delicious.
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 9 August 2026
    Jeff, thank you so much! Honestly, this made us smile. Our team genuinely loves authentic Italian food (and talking), so knowing that came through is lovely to hear. You are a Tesoro! As a token of our appreciation, we would love to treat you to something special on your next visit, perhaps a round of drinks or a beautiful dessert to end your meal on a high note. Please mention this review when you are next in and we will take great care of you. Ci vediamo presto! (We will see you soon) The Tesoro Team

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  10. PETER

    Melbourne1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 8 August 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was good but service in the front area of the restaurant was poor some tables where treated as if they didnt exsist while what appeared to be the head waiter treated the place like a social event for himself i won't bother returning can get just as good a meal elsewhere with service to match
    Tesoro GastronomiaResponded on 10 August 2026
    Ciao Peter, Grazie for the honest feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the food, but sorry to hear the service didn't match. Reading the room is one of the harder parts of hospitality, knowing who wants attentive service and who prefers space. It sounds like we got that completely wrong for your table that evening. We're truly sorry. We'd love the chance to redeem ourselves and show you what Tesoro really has to offer. Please reach out via email or phone and we'll arrange a complimentary dinner for two on us. A presto, The Tesoro Team

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Regional Italian (Sardinia)
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 7064 5805
  • Website
    http://www.tesorogastronomia.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Fixed menu, one sitting, convivial dining experience. Evenings @ Tesoro, we all dine together as one.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

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FAQs

Smart casual is the guide, polished but relaxed, and many guests treat it as a spot for a slightly dressed-up date night or celebration.

Tesoro Gastronomia shines at Sunday lunch, the all‑you‑can‑eat pinsa & pasta offering is a favourite among guests; for a sunny daytime visit, reviewers love the front windows at lunch.

Tesoro Gastronomia feels like a warm little slice of Italy, sunlit at lunch, cosy and inviting, with greenery and a conservatory-like back area that guests enjoy.

Yes, guests have been seated outside and enjoyed dining alfresco on warm nights at Tesoro Gastronomia.

Tesoro Gastronomia offers a bright front dining area with sun‑lit windows, a back dining section, outdoor seating for warm nights, and a function room used for events.

Yes, Tesoro is family‑friendly: guests have hosted baby showers and kids’ parties there, groups with children were well looked after, and there’s a kids price for the Sunday bottomless pinsa/pasta.

Yes, Tesoro Gastronomia is often chosen for date nights and special evenings, with guests praising the warm atmosphere, attentive service and excellent wine list.

Sunday is a favourite, guests repeatedly praise the Sunday all-you-can-eat (pinsa & pasta) lunches and enjoy the bustling, convivial atmosphere.

Guests frequently describe portions as generous and substantial, several mention large serves and leaving comfortably full, especially the pizzas and the Sunday all-you-can-eat pinsa & pasta.

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Tesoro Gastronomia

4.6
$A40 and under
Italian
Balwyn North

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
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