Bocconcino's Woodfired Pizzeria

Bocconcino’s Woodfired Pizzeria has been a Parkdale favourite since 2013, a family-run spot where guests are welcomed like part of the household. From the moment you walk in, there’s a comforting, homely feel, the kind of place where the owners know their regulars and new visitors are treated the same way.

On a cold winter night, the smell from the wood-fired oven drifts through the room and warms the place instantly. Authentic Italian pizzas are the heart of the menu, with hand-stretched bases and generous toppings cooked the traditional way in the wood oven. Classics like the Margherita, Meat Lovers and Frutti Di Mare keep things familiar, while a few creative options add a bit of variety for those wanting something different.

It’s an easy place to settle in with family or friends, share a few pizzas and take your time over dinner. Kids are well looked after too, with simple favourites like nuggets and chips or a bowl of spaghetti bolognese.

And if you happen to be a Hawthorn Football Club fan, you’ll enjoy the walls lined with photos from the club’s hall of fame a little touch that adds personality and plenty of talking points.

Relaxed, welcoming and full of the aromas of wood-fired cooking, Bocconcino’s is the kind of neighbourhood pizzeria that keeps people coming back.