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Allergy Friendly Restaurant in Melbourne: Dining Without the Worry

If you’re searching for an allergy friendly restaurant in Melbourne, mealtime shouldn’t come with stress attached. Rick’s Place cooks every dish to order, so we can talk through your allergies and adjust where we can. We’re based in Kensington, serving Italian food with a modern Australian twist, and we take dietary needs seriously rather than as an afterthought.
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Planning a meal at Rick’s Place? Send us your details and our friendly team will get back to you shortly.

Prefer to book instantly? Use our online reservation system or call (03) 9376 2112

Highly Rated Dining

Gluten free, Coeliac safe

Halal Certified

Vegan Options Available

What We Cater For 

Allergies and intolerances come in all shapes, and we’ve built our kitchen around handling a genuine range of them. Here’s what we cover across our menu. 

  • Coeliac diners, using separate fryers and blanching pots 
  • Halal certified meat and poultry, with no wine used in our sauces 
  • Low FODMAP and lower carb requests 
  • Vegetarian and vegan dishes through our vegan menu 
  • Gluten free, dairy free, egg free, and onion and garlic free modifications 

If your specific need isn’t listed here, ask us anyway. We’ll do what we can to help. 

Telling Us What You Need 

Getting a safe meal starts with a simple conversation before you order. 

Speak With Our Team First 

When you sit down or place an order online, let us know your allergy straight up. Our team can then talk you through what’s safe and what needs a swap. 

We Adjust Where We’re Able 

Many dishes on our menu can be modified once we know what to avoid. We cook everything fresh to order, which makes changes easier than if meals were pre-made. 

However You Want to Eat 

Not every meal needs to be a sit-down affair, and we’ve built a few ways to make ordering easy. 
  • Dine in at our location on Macaulay Road 
  • Order takeaway for a quick pickup 
  • Get home delivery, handled by our own team 
  • Book ahead for events through bespoke catering 
Whichever option suits you, the same care goes into every dish. 

Why We Shop Fresh Every Day 

We buy our stock daily rather than holding large amounts in storage. That keeps ingredients fresher and gives us better control over what’s actually going into your dish. It also means less waste sitting around the kitchen, which matters to us as much as the food itself.  Cooking to order rather than pre-preparing meals gives us the flexibility to leave things out or swap them in, something a lot of busier kitchens simply can’t offer. 

A Midweek Lunch Deal Worth Knowing 

Planning lunch sometime Wednesday to Friday? Mention “Gimme15” when you pay and you’ll get 15 per cent off, dine-in only. It’s a small perk that makes visiting a little easier on the wallet. 

Visit Our Allergy Friendly Restaurant in Melbourne 

Rick’s Place was never built around a one-size-fits-all menu. Coeliac, halal, vegan, low FODMAP, we’ve thought through what real dietary care looks like in a working kitchen. If you’re after an allergy friendly restaurant in Melbourne that actually listens, we’d love to have you in.  Reach out through our contact page to ask questions, book a table, or place your order. Tell us what you need, and we’ll take it from there. 
SIGNATURE DISHES SECTION

Customer Favorites

Discover the dishes our guests keep coming back for.
Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank
Tender, flavour-packed lamb served with seasonal accompaniments.
Surf & Turf

Premium steak paired with perfectly cooked seafood

Gluten-Free Pasta
Authentic Italian flavours without compromise.
Vegan Specialties

Fresh, creative plant-based dishes made with quality ingredients.

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Something for Everyone

From Italian classics to dietary-friendly favourites, our menu is designed to bring everyone to the same table.

Slow-Cooked Lamb Shank

Tender, flavour-packed lamb served with seasonal accompaniments.

Lower Carb Menu
Balanced meals for health-conscious diners.
Vegan Menu
Delicious plant-based dishes packed with flavour.
Desserts
The perfect finishing touch to your dining experience.
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ABOUT RICK'S PLACE

A Place Where Everyone Can Enjoy Great Food Together

At the core of what we do lies a genuine passion for the culinary arts, transcending the simple act of cooking. Every dish we present to you is a testament to our love for food and the rich Italian heritage we’re proud to bring to Melbourne. Each ingredient is handpicked with care, ensuring they capture the essence of our vision. From the warmth of our stoves to the welcoming smiles of our staff, Made with Love isn’t just a phrase, it’s our promise.

Ready for Your Next Dining Experience?

Join us for authentic Italian cuisine, inclusive dining options, and warm hospitality in the heart of Kensington.

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TESTIMONIALS

What Our Guests Are Saying

We’re proud to be a favourite dining destination for locals and visitors alike.

Love going to Rick’s Restaurant, very welcoming and warm. The food is delicious, with refreshing drinks. Very nice design and spacious. It’s a local, easy to get to Italian restaurant in Kensington.

Caitlin Symons

Our mains, Lamb shank and Surf n Turf, not only looked beautiful but were delicious. The wine selection is also great, matching the different dishes on the menu.

Whitzwolf

I literally love this place, authentic Italian food at a reasonable price. Rick is such a nice guy and did great drinks and made our night an awesome experience!

Caio Cesar Ucci
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