The Moat

The Moat Enjoy a European escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of the CBD. Our family welcomes yours to join us.
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Our authentic menu reflects the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie. Enjoy a European escape at The Moat, an intimate haven in the heart of Melbourne located in the basement of the city’s literary hub, the State Library of Victoria. A charming courtyard allows for outdoor dining and drinking, or head into the indoor dining room surrounded by books and bluestone walls. Our menu refle

cts the Italian heritage of our two owners, Paul and Rosie. Together, they have created authentic dishes that are hand-made with seasonal local produce, simplicity and love.

This festive season, gather around the table at The Moat for Italian food, good wine and time to celebrate together.Plan...
10/09/2026

This festive season, gather around the table at The Moat for Italian food, good wine and time to celebrate together.

Planning a company Christmas party? The entire venue is also available for private hire, creating a more intimate setting for end of year celebrations.

To enquire about a table or private venue hire, email [email protected]

09/09/2026

Introducing our new series: Caught on Shift 🎬
Where we put one of our staff members in the hot seat while they’re busy doing what they do best.

First up is Braidy, our fantastic bartender, who shared a little of his drinks knowledge, personal favourites and behind the bar personality with us.

Book using the link in our bio and try our drinks out for yourself

Piccolo Fossato, our Tiramisu Cart, has been doing its thing right outside The Moat, serving freshly made in house tiram...
07/09/2026

Piccolo Fossato, our Tiramisu Cart, has been doing its thing right outside The Moat, serving freshly made in house tiramisu Tuesday through to Saturday.

Silky mascarpone, coffee soaked layers, just the right amount of sweetness and a light melt in your mouth texture that somehow makes one portion never enough.

Tuesday–Friday | 4:30–9PM
Saturday | 4:30–9:30PM

Please note: our tiramisu cart hours are weather dependent and may vary on the day.

piccolofossato

04/09/2026

When in doubt, ask the people who know best.

Consider this your insider recommendation for your next visit. You’re welcome ;)

Book your table using the link in the bio.

The weekend is almost here. The glasses are polished, the bar is stocked. We’re ready, are you? Book your table using th...
03/09/2026

The weekend is almost here.

The glasses are polished, the bar is stocked.

We’re ready, are you?

Book your table using the link in our bio.

The weekend is almost here. The glasses are polished, the bar is stocked. We’re ready, are you? Book your table using t...
03/09/2026

The weekend is almost here.

The glasses are polished, the bar is stocked.

We’re ready, are you?

Book your table using the link in our bio.

We’re heading into a new week with great food, plenty of laughs and the very best people bringing it all to life.Come fo...
31/08/2026

We’re heading into a new week with great food, plenty of laughs and the very best people bringing it all to life.

Come for the food, stay for the vibes.
We’ll be waiting.

Book your table via the link in our bio.

27/08/2026

Something for every mood.

The weekend is calling, pick your poison.

Book through the link in our bio.

26/08/2026

Your home away from home.

Atmospheric, intimate, and always warm.

Book using the link in our bio.

The kitchen at The Moat never misses. Doors open again tomorrow for another memorable week, come join us! ...
24/08/2026

The kitchen at The Moat never misses.

Doors open again tomorrow for another memorable week, come join us!

Book your table using the link in our bio.

The details you don’t see are what make the experiences you do.Hours of preparation, precision and craft come together b...
20/08/2026

The details you don’t see are what make the experiences you do.

Hours of preparation, precision and craft come together behind the scenes to create every service at The Moat.

Spend this weekend with us.

Book via the link in our bio.

19/08/2026

Decisions decisions…

Join us for our Happy Hour; cocktails, wines, beers.

Book via the link in our bio.

19/08/2026

Decisions decisions…

Join us for our Happy Hour; cocktails, wines and beers

Book via the link in our bio.

Consider this your sign to stop scrolling and start making dinner plans. This one’s worth seeing for yourself. Book via ...
17/08/2026

Consider this your sign to stop scrolling and start making dinner plans.

This one’s worth seeing for yourself.

Book via the link in our bio.

Drinks poured. Dinner served. Weekend plans sorted.Meet us beneath the State Library for Italian food, cocktails and a t...
13/08/2026

Drinks poured. Dinner served. Weekend plans sorted.

Meet us beneath the State Library for Italian food, cocktails and a table worth lingering at.

Book your spot using the link in the bio.

12/08/2026

Before it reaches your table, it begins here.

Flour on the bench, fresh pasta rolled, shaped and cut in our kitchen. A little glimpse behind the scenes at The Moat, where art is still best done by hand.

Book your table through the link in our bio.

Address

176 Little Lonsdale Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000

Opening Hours

Tuesday 4pm - 10pm
Wednesday 4pm - 10pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 4pm - 10pm
Saturday 4pm - 10pm

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