Restaurant

Locale Mio

159-161 James St, Guildford WA 6055, Australia

Recommended by 11 people

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159-161 James St, Guildford WA 6055, Australia

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HoursMonday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Locale Mio

Locale Mio anchors Guildford with vibrant Italian tapas, wood-fired pizza, and a dining room that treats guests like regulars. It trades rigid multicourse dinners for a spread of hot and cold share plates—from beef carpaccio and zucchini fritters to rich eggplant parmigiana. Regulars note that even during peak Friday rush, the floor team routinely finds a way to accommodate walk-ins without cutting corners on care. Handmade pastas like mezzemaniche norcina and capellacci verdi arrive hot from the kitchen, leaving room only for house-made tiramisu or warm donuts.

  • Italian Tapas Format: An extensive menu of hot and cold sharing plates sits beside handmade pastas and blistered wood-fired pizzas.
  • Walk-In Friendly: Floor staff go out of their way to squeeze in walk-in diners even during prime weekend rushes.
  • Group Celebrations: Dedicated servers walk guests through tailored set menus, keeping milestone celebrations well-paced and relaxed.

What's On at Locale Mio

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at Locale Mio

Discover why diners choose Locale Mio for shared Italian feasts, impromptu evenings, and special celebrations.

  • Extensive Italian Tapas & Share Plates

    Guests enjoy a wide selection of hot and cold tapas plates alongside classic pastas and wood-fired pizzas, offering a flexible and rich tasting experience.

    wide selection of share plates (tapas) - hot and cold

    jayjaytruviews
  • Wood-Fired Pizza & Traditional Mains

    Diners highlight expertly executed Italian classics, from wood-fired pizzas with crisp yet tender crusts to rich pasta specialties.

    Pizza was amazing. Crispy but soft dough

    Kj Begg
  • Effortless Walk-In Seating

    The hospitality team proactively accommodates diners arriving without a reservation, even during busy peak periods.

    Sometimes we rock up with out a booking and he is always happy to squeeze us in.

    ashleigh Bromwich
  • Spontaneous Weekend Dining

    Guests can easily drop in during busy weekend evenings and receive warm hospitality without advance bookings.

    We walked in on a busy Saturday night with no booking. We were met with nothing but happiness

    Emma Fell
  • Seamless Celebrations & Milestones

    The venue comfortably hosts milestone birthdays, corporate gatherings, and group events with tailored set menus and attentive coordination.

    We booked a table for my daughter’s 21st and it did not disappoint.

    Amelia Lee
  • Memorable Large Gatherings

    Private hire options and dedicated service ensure large parties and special occasions are flawlessly executed.

    Food was incredible and all the staff were so welcoming and couldn’t do enough for us and all our guests.

    Helen Dimakopoulos

Other favorites

Desserts and specialty beverages to complete your dining experience

  • Tiramisu

    we took the Tiramisu to go, and it was still absolutely yummy at home (light, creamy, and coffee-soaked!)

    Hungry Hippo
  • Doughnuts

    Finished with doughnuts. To die for

    Kj Begg
  • Creme Brulee

    beautiful creme brulee

    Kj Begg
  • Lemoncello Spritz

    Lemoncello spritz fantastic

    Kj Begg

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and hospitable touches that elevate the dining experience at Locale Mio.

  • Accommodating Peak Walk-In Diners

    Front-of-house staff proactively squeeze in walk-in parties during bustling weekend services rather than turning guests away.

  • Detailed Dish Explanations

    Waitstaff provide detailed walkthroughs of menu offerings, carefully explaining dishes to ensure guests get the most out of their meal.

  • Thoughtful Dietary Flexibility

    Staff readily adjust dishes to accommodate gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and picky diners, ensuring groups never feel rushed.

  • Complimentary Starter Surprises

    Guests are occasionally surprised with complimentary starters from the kitchen to enhance their dining experience.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, ordering, and arrival for your visit

  • Arrive Early for Spontaneous Walk-Ins

    Locale Mio accommodates spontaneous walk-ins even during peak weekend services, but tables fill up fast. Head in earlier in the evening or reserve ahead if you want to avoid a wait.

  • Share Across Hot and Cold Tapas

    With an extensive variety of hot and cold tapas alongside pizzas and pastas, ordering across share plates is the best way to sample the menu without getting overwhelmed.

  • Plan Extra Time for Parking

    Street and local parking around James Street can be difficult to secure, so allow extra travel time to find a spot before your reservation or walk-in.

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