Come As Guests. Leave As Famiglia.
Private Italian Functions in Melbourne
Celebrate your next milestone at Shop225, a globally recognised Osteria serving wood-fired pizza, homemade pasta, and a feast designed for every guest at your table.
A Warm Italian Welcome
Celebrate Your Next Event at Our Private Italian Functions in Melbourne
At Shop225, a private Italian functions in Melbourne is not simply a booking; it's a seat at an Italian table built around your group. Our private function room accommodates up to 26 guests in a warm, welcoming setting, with every dish made fresh from our kitchen.
From milestone birthdays and corporate dinners to christenings and family reunions, each event is shaped entirely around your occasion, your guests, and every dietary requirement. From coeliac to vegan, vegetarian to halal, it's food for everyone, so no one at your table is left out.
Globally Recognised
An Award-Winning Kitchen Behind Every Event
When you choose a private function at Shop225 in Pascoe Vale, you're hosting in a kitchen that has earned its standing on the world stage. We bring that same commitment to excellence to every event we host, because your guests deserve nothing less.
#28
Best Pizza in the World
50Top Pizza
#1
Customer Satisfaction APAC
50Top Pizza 2025
Accredited
Coeliac Australia
Safe gluten-free dining
Andrea Bocelli
Trusted To Cater For
World-renowned tenor
The Shop225 Difference
Why Choose a Private Italian Functions in Melbourne at Shop225?
There's a reason our guests return, and it's not just the pizza. Here's what genuinely sets a private functions in Melbourne at Shop225 apart from every other venue in Melbourne's north.
Authentic Italian Osteria
A Pascoe Vale neighbourhood staple, globally recognised for the quality and craft of its kitchen, intimate, honest, and authentically Italian at every turn.
Award-Winning Kitchen
Ranked
#28 Best Pizza in the World and awarded
Best Pizza in Australia by 50Top Pizza 2025. The accolades follow, because the standard comes first.
Wood-Fired Pizza, Made to Order
Every pizza is prepared fresh from our signature wood-fired oven.
Handmade Pasta & Gnocchi
From our gnocchi to every pasta shape served, everything is crafted in-house daily.
Truly Inclusive Dietary Menu
Vegan, Gluten-Free (Coeliac Australia accredited), Halal, Dairy-Free, Allergy-Friendly, and Vegetarian, every guest at your table is genuinely accommodated without compromise.
Famiglia at Heart
Warm, unhurried, family-style service that makes every Italian feel less like an event and more like a gathering you didn't want to leave.
Your Private Dining Room in Melbourne
Our Private Function Room, "The Secret Garden"
Tucked inside our Pascoe Vale Osteria, The Secret Garden is a fully enclosed private dining space built for genuine Italian table sharing. Your group gathers around the one table, wood-fired pizza, fresh homemade pasta, gnocchi, and antipasti served family-style, without any disruption from the main dining room.
| CAPACITY | Up to 26 guests |
| STYLE | Private seated dining |
| LOCATED AT | Shop225, Pascoe Vale |
| DIETARY | All requirements catered for with advance notice |
Recognised Among the World's Top Pizzerias
From a neighbourhood kitchen in Pascoe Vale to recognition on the international stage, Shop225 has earned a place on the global map of must-visit pizzerias. Host your private Italian functions in Melbourne, knowing your guests are dining at a place that genuinely matters.
Every Occasion, Every Guest
Functions We Host
From intimate milestones to full corporate celebrations, every private Italian function at Shop225 in Pascoe Vale is tailored to the occasion, the people, and what makes the evening worth remembering.
Birthday Parties
Milestone birthdays and kids' parties are celebrated over wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, and genuine warmth.
Corporate Functions
Team lunches, end-of-year dinners, client hosting, and product launches, bring your next corporate event somewhere with actual atmosphere.
Wedding Receptions
Intimate weddings and engagement parties belong somewhere with real character.
Family Gatherings
Christenings, communions, baptisms, anniversaries, reunions, whenever your family needs a private Italian functions in Melbourne, we're ready for the whole table.
Christmas Parties & EOFY
Cap off the year with a celebration that earns its place on the calendar.
Memorial Lunches
A warm, private space to gather around the table, share stories, and remember the people who mattered most.
Your Event, Your Way
Set Menu, Custom Menu, or Order Freely
Choose a fully tailored set menu crafted by our team around your preferences, dietary needs, and budget, or let your guests order à la carte from our wood-fired pizza, handmade pasta, gnocchi, and antipasti.
Straight from the Table
What Our Guests Are Saying
Hear from the people who've brought their most important occasions to a private Italian functions in Melbourne at Shop225.
"Had a great farewell/birthday dinner at Shop 225. The pizza is easily top 2 or 3 in Melbourne so good. My wife’s squid ink pasta was amazing too. Staff were super friendly and even helped with a quirky request from my cousin for milk with dessert pizza. Fair prices, quick service, and a really welcoming vibe. Will definitely be back"
Joshua Antonelli
"We have been here many times and the food and service is exceptional. As a coeliac this is my favourite place as I know it is coeliac certified and the flavours and quality of food is high. My husband who is not coeliac has tried the gluten free options and enjoyed it whilst he also had normal options too. Great service and friendly. The last time I can they also explained the way the cook gluten free pizza in a different room. Amazing."
Kathryn Politis
"Shop 225 is nothing short of exceptional and fully deserves its reputation on the global stage. Being ranked 28th best pizza in the world is no small achievement, and after dining here, it’s easy to understand why. The pizza is outstanding — perfectly balanced, beautifully cooked, and packed with flavour in every bite. It’s world-class without being pretentious."
Min Rakis
Simple from the Start
How It Works
Booking your private Italian functions in Melbourne at Shop225 is a three-step process, no fuss, no back-and-forth.
01
Enquire
Send us your date, guest count, and the type of occasion you're planning. We'll respond within 24 hours.
02
Tailor
We build the menu and event details around your group, your dietary requirements, and your budget.
03
Celebrate
Arrive, take your seat in The Secret Garden, and let our team handle everything from here.
Let's Get the Details Sorted
Plan Your Private Italian Functions in Melbourne
Ready to secure your date? Send through your event details, and our team will respond within 24 hours.
From a quiet dinner in The Secret Garden to a full group celebration for 26, every Italian functions in Melbourne at Shop225 is planned around you, from the first enquiry through to the final course.
| CALL US | (03) 9077 4904 |
| shop225pizza@gmail.com | |
| FIND US | Pascoe Vale, Melbourne |
Function Enquiry
Tell us about your event
Contact Us
Right in the Heart of Melbourne's North
How to Find Us
We're nestled in Pascoe Vale, close to public transport, with free street parking right outside the door.
Shop225 is a short walk from Pascoe Vale Station with free on-street parking available along Cumberland Road and the surrounding side streets, making your private Italian functions in Melbourne as easy to get to as it is to enjoy.
| ADDRESS | 225 Melville Rd, Pascoe Vale South VIC 3044 |
| PHONE | (03) 9077 4904 |
| OPENING HOURS | Mon–Thu: 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm |
| Fri–Sun: 12:00 pm – 9:30 pm |
Before You Book
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need is confirmed before booking your private Italian functions in Melbourne.
How many guests does The Secret Garden accommodate?
Up to 26 guests, seated around one shared table in a fully private room.
What menu options are available for functions?
You can choose a tailored set menu or have guests order freely from our à la carte selection, wood-fired pizza, homemade pasta, gnocchi, and antipasti. View our menu for the full offering.
Can you accommodate dietary requirements?
Yes, every dietary need is catered for at our Italian function in Melbourne. We offer Vegan, Gluten-Free (Coeliac Australia accredited), Dairy-Free, Halal, Allergy-Friendly, and Vegetarian options. Please advise us in advance.
Can we bring a cake or decorations?
Absolutely. You're welcome to bring a celebration cake and personal decorations. Simply mention it when you enquire so we can set the room accordingly.
How far ahead should we book?
4-6 weeks in advance is recommended for weekends and peak periods such as Christmas, EOFY, and Mother's Day. Midweek functions may be possible with shorter notice. Get in touch to confirm availability.
Is a deposit or minimum spend required?
A small deposit is typically required to secure the date, and minimum spend conditions may apply. All specifics are confirmed clearly in writing when you enquire.
Are children welcome?
Of course, Shop225 is a family-friendly Osteria. Kid-friendly menu options and high chairs are available on request.
Where do guests park?
Free on-street parking is available along Cumberland Road and nearby side streets. Full details in our parking guide.
Inside the Osteria
A Taste of The Secret Garden
A look inside The Secret Garden and the handmade dishes that make every private Italian functions in Melbourne at Shop225 an occasion worth every course.
