Father's Day at Il Caminetto
SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2026
Some Dads want presents. Most just want the family around one table, plates in the middle, and nobody rushing off. This Father's Day, give him exactly that: homemade pasta, award-winning wood-fired pizza and a glass of something good, served the way we would serve our own family.
★★★★★
A Moonee Ponds favourite, 4.5 stars from 1,100+ Google reviews
A Piece of Italy, Saved for Dad
Weekends here look the way Sunday lunch should: families around the table, kids reaching for pizza before it lands, and conversations that run a little longer than planned. It is the kind of meal we grew up with in Italy, and the one we have been sharing with Moonee Ponds since 2018.
On Father's Day, that is the table we set for him. Our doors open from midday, the wood-fired oven will already be burning, and every guest is welcomed like family, because that is the only way we know how to do it.
And if Dad likes a little proof with his pizza: Il Caminetto has held a place on the 50 Top Pizza Asia-Pacific list every year since 2023, ranked Top 3 in Melbourne and Top 10 in Australia.
The Full Menu, The Full Experience For Dad
On Father's Day, we serve the menu our regulars come back for, cooked fresh and made to be shared. Let Dad take his time over it.
- Homemade pasta, rolled by hand
- Fresh seafood and hearty meat dishes
- Extensive local and Italian wine list
- Wood-fired pizza, rested 72 hours
- Dolci and coffee, the Italian finish
- Vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options
Gluten-free guests are well looked after here, with a pizza dough we developed ourselves over many years.
Come Take a Look
Every corner of Il Caminetto was made for lingering: a warm dining room in the heart of Moonee Ponds, the Garden room at the back for bigger tables, and the wood-fired oven working away behind it all. Have a browse through the gallery for a taste of what comes out of the kitchen, from homemade pasta and 72-hour-rested pizza to fresh seafood and dolci, then come and see it for yourself.
Gifts Dad Will Actually Use
Celebrating on a different day, or shopping for the Dad who has everything? These two never miss.
An Il Caminetto Voucher
Give Dad a dinner he gets to look forward to. A voucher lets him pick his night, his table and his order, and leaves the cooking to us.
A Masterclass With Us
For the Dad who hovers around the kitchen, book him a spot in one of our hands-on masterclasses. Pizza, gnocchi or tiramisu: he learns it from our team, has a few laughs, and shares the results at the end.
Loved by Guests Who Have Cooked With Us
Here is what a few families told us after their visit.
Sonia B
★★★★★
We were taken out for lunch by family to this delicious restaurant and could not have ask for more. The pizzas were fresh with some of the best and thinnest dough I’ve had. The front of house staff did well coping with our mixed orders of entrees and mains in what was a busy Sunday lunch period. Tasted quite a few dishes as a result and look forward to returning to try the rest of the menu. Cocktails, mocktails and wines including the Venetian Prosecco were highly rated by our table. Thank you to team for a special lunch experience. See you again soon!
Dom Scarano
★★★★★
Food is great! Service is great! Great for family get togethers for whatever the occasions.
Colin de Souza
★★★★★
Intimate environment, cosy but warm. Great place for a quiet dinner or family celebration.
Plan the Day
Everything you need to get Dad to the table, in one place.
| WHEN | Sunday 6 September 2026, open 12:00 pm to 9:30 pm |
| WHERE | 114 Pascoe Vale Rd, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039 |
| BOOKINGS | Book online or call 0480 045 069. Reservations are recommended, especially for Sunday. |
Father's Day Questions
A few quick answers to help you plan Dad's day without any surprises.
When is Father's Day in 2026?
Father's Day in Australia falls on Sunday 6 September 2026. Il Caminetto is open from 12:00 pm to 9:30 pm that day, so you can bring Dad for a long lunch or a relaxed dinner.
Do I need to book a table for Father's Day?
We recommend it. Sunday tables are already filling up, so book online or call 0480 045 069.
What is on the menu?
Our regular menu: homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza, rested for 72 hours, fresh seafood and hearty meat dishes, dolci to finish, and an extensive wine list of local and Italian wines. See the menu page for the current dishes.
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. The menu includes vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free options, including a gluten-free pizza dough we developed ourselves, so every guest at Dad's table can order well. Let us know your needs when you book.
What if we can't make it on the day?
Give Dad an Il Caminetto voucher, or book him into one of our masterclasses in pizza, gnocchi or tiramisu. You can also order a Father's Day meal online for delivery at home.
