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Max on Hardware Melbourne

Melbourne, VIC 🍝 Italian

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Opening hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
Friday11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Saturday11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Sunday11:30 am – 9 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

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54-58 Hardware Lane, Melbourne VIC

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for Italian venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

  • TypeRestaurant
  • CuisineItalian
  • AreaMelbourne
  • StateVictoria
  • HoursOpen 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays

About Max on Hardware

Located in Melbourne, VIC, Max on Hardware is an Italian restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 54-58 Hardware Lane, Melbourne VIC.

Italian food is one of Australia's best-loved cuisines, from red-sauce trattorias to refined regional dining rooms. Menus typically run from antipasti and handmade pasta to grilled meats, seafood and classic dolci, with plenty of options for vegetarians.

Max on Hardware is open 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Funghi e Tartufo and The Mill.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating
  • Card payments

What to order

Signature Italian dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
AntipastiAntipasto boardCured meats, cheeses, olives and pickles
PastaSpaghetti carbonaraGuanciale, egg yolk and pecorino
SecondiVeal scaloppineWhite wine, lemon and capers
DolciCannoliCrisp shells with sweet ricotta

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Closest restaurants to Max on Hardware

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

Map of Melbourne →
  1. 1
    Funghi e Tartufo 🍽️ International · 60 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
    10 mW · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    The Mill 🍽️ International · 71 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
    30 mNW · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Le Pub 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 380 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    30 mSE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Piccolina 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 386-392 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    30 mS · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Bincho Boss – 383-385 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Bincho Boss 🍣 Japanese · 383-385 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    40 mS · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Maker – 387 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Maker ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 387 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    40 mS · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    Tori’s ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 28 Niagara Lane, Melbourne
    50 mN · 1 min walk
  8. 8
    Spudbar – 398 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Spudbar 🍽️ International · 398 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    50 mSW · 1 min walk
  9. 9
    Mumchan – 395 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    Mumchan 🍖 Korean · 395 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    50 mS · 1 min walk
  10. 10
    +39 Pizzeria – 362 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    +39 Pizzeria 🍝 Italian · 362 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne
    50 mE · 1 min walk

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1/79 Bourke Street, East End Theatre District880 m away · 11 min walk
Shark Fin Inn – 50 Little Bourke Street, East End Theatre DistrictChinese

Shark Fin Inn

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Frenchie – 15 Collins Street, East End Theatre DistrictFrench

Frenchie

15 Collins Street, East End Theatre District1.1 km away · 13 min walk
Elchi – 72 Flinders Street, MelbourneIndian

Elchi

72 Flinders Street, Melbourne1.1 km away · 13 min walk

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Eating out in Melbourne

Melbourne is home to 536 places to eat in our guide. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, international restaurants, japanese restaurants. Within 25 km of Max on Hardware there are 8,409 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Koreatown (480 m), Greek Precinct (540 m), East End Theatre District (830 m), Southbank (1.4 km).

Cuisine mix in Melbourne

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch146
  • 🍽️ International64
  • 🍣 Japanese47
  • 🥟 Chinese45
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken31

Frequently asked questions

Where is Max on Hardware located?

Max on Hardware is located at 54-58 Hardware Lane, Melbourne VIC. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Max on Hardware?

Max on Hardware is open 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays & Thursdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Max on Hardware serve?

Max on Hardware serves Italian cuisine. Browse our Italian menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

How can I contact Max on Hardware?

You can reach Max on Hardware by phone on (03) 9600 1697, by email at [email protected] or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Max on Hardware?

The closest venue is Funghi e Tartufo, about 10 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include The Mill (30 m), Le Pub (30 m), Piccolina (30 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Max on Hardware?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Trattoria Emilia (International, 250 m), MoVida (Spanish & Portuguese, 780 m), Fancy Hank's Barbecue Restaurant (Steakhouse & Grill, 880 m).

Where else can I find Italian food near Melbourne?

Other Italian venues close by include ALT PASTA BAR (60 m), Tipo 00 (70 m), Triim (70 m).

How many restaurants are there in Melbourne?

Our guide lists 536 places to eat in Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (146), international restaurants (64), japanese restaurants (47). Within 25 km there are 8,409 venues in total.