Decca
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Renowned Melbourne chef Adam D’Sylva has once again delivered a dining experience that’s both deeply personal and undeniably refined with his latest venture, Decca. This is a sophisticated homage to D’Sylva’s Italian roots — a place where memory, tradition, and modern elegance converge on the plate.
Decca’s menu reflects the rich tapestry of D’Sylva’s heritage, drawing on the flavours of Northern Italy while incorporating contemporary flair and premium local produce. It’s Italian food, yes — but not in the predictable, trattoria-style fashion. Here, you’ll find the soul of Italy reimagined through a Melbourne lens: elegant, vibrant, and layered with meaning.
The menu is anchored by an array of beautifully executed dishes that celebrate both simplicity and indulgence. Think handmade pastas, delicate crudos, and perfectly blistered woodfired focaccia, all crafted with the kind of precision that has defined D’Sylva’s career.
D’Sylva’s personal story is woven through the menu, from the Paccheri with Tuscan ragu, porcini and Cavolo Nero reminiscent of his mother’s Sunday lunch table, to the Veal rib eye Cotoletta topped with rocket and parmigiano. Every dish is designed to be shared, evoking the warmth of Italian hospitality and family gatherings.
The interiors of Decca mirror its culinary ethos — moody yet inviting, with textured surfaces, warm lighting and a striking open kitchen that encourages interaction. It’s the kind of place where you want to linger — over a glass of Barolo, perhaps, or a classic Negroni, made with D’Sylva’s signature attention to detail.
Whether you’re settling in for a long lunch, a romantic dinner or just grazing on antipasti and cocktails at the bar, Decca is a celebration of Italian food at its most thoughtful. It’s a reminder that heritage can be both a foundation and a springboard — and in Adam D’Sylva’s hands, it becomes something truly delicious.
Location: 27 Mills Bvd, Alphington
Phone: (03) 9069 3155
