Tedesca Osteria Mornington Peninsula

Tedesca Osteria sits on Red Hill Road, a twenty-minute walk from the Red Hill Lookout. It serves Italian and seafood-focused contemporary cuisine in a room that runs smart and elegant. The restaurant holds two hats from the Australia Good Food Guide, an improvement on its single-hat status from the previous year.

Many kitchens in this part of the Mornington Peninsula rely on the surrounding landscape for atmosphere, but Tedesca Osteria leans into its singular focus on the plate to distinguish itself. While neighbors prioritize the sweeping valley views of nearby Arthurs Seat State Park, the dining room here keeps your attention locked on the table. It is a calculated choice that rewards guests looking for a rigorous, chef-led meal rather than a casual afternoon in the hills.