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Rye · Mornington Peninsula

Italian food is not
a cuisine. It's a
love language.

Coastal Italian dining on Rye beach — fresh, seasonal, handmade.

Handmade pasta, fresh coastal flavours & cocktails with ocean views

Our Story

Salt Is the Oldest
Flavour on Earth

Before sugar, before spice, before fire — there was salt. It preserved history, crossed oceans, and started revolutions. At Salt di Italia, we honour that legacy with coastal Italian cooking rooted in tradition and driven by the best seasonal produce the Mornington Peninsula has to offer.

From the first morning espresso to a long lunch of handmade pasta, through to sunset spritzes and wood-fired dishes under the stars — every plate, every pour, every moment is made with the care and generosity that Italian hospitality demands.

Our Story
A bowl of handmade pasta with ragù

Opening Hours

Plan Your Visit

Open now · until 9:00 PM

Monday
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday (today)
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Join us for Italian dining with ocean views on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Find Us

Visit Salt di Italia

Our Location

4/2257 Point Nepean Rd, Rye, Victoria 3941, Australia
03 5985 7700
saltdiitalia@gmail.com
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What Our Guests Say

Reviews

“The best Italian on the Peninsula — fresh pasta, incredible views, and service that makes you feel like family.”

Sarah M. Google

“We come back every time we visit Rye. The Burrata Caprese alone is worth the drive from Melbourne.”

James L. Google

“A hidden gem right on the beach. The sunset spritzes and wood-fired dishes are unbeatable.”

Emma W. TripAdvisor