The pizza's really were my idea of great- thin bases, delicious gourmet toppings that weren't overdone in terms of quantity.
We found the service fine- even though they are incredibly busy. Went with kids (12 + 15) and they were absolutely accomodating.

Mutti is German for Mother, and Muttis is the new Austrian restaurant that opened its doors on Elgin Street around 3 weeks ago.
The decor is simple and sophisticated- a great mix of intimate and large group dark wood chairs and tables, plus I understand a function room upstairs.
The service was fantastic- we went pretty early on a Friday night and the friendly attentiveness did not dissipate as the restaurant filled. Staff were knowledgeable about the food, and when we enquired about a particular favourite of my husbands (pork knuckle and dumplings) we were informed that if we cared to call ahead, this meal could be arranged- I love that!
We were really impressed by the food (thank Goodness!). Hubby had the pork belly- perfectly cooked with a divine sheet of crackling, it was accompanied by a sweet and spicy red cabbage that still had an al dente feel that made it feel fresher and brighter than the mush you often get served- the Bratkartoffeln (fried potatoes) were crisp and delicious.
I thought I'd try the schnitzel- apart from being quite enormous, it was exquisitely crisp- quite perfect! The parsley potatoes were lovely and buttery. I liked the idea of the accompanying cranberry sauce, but the execution wa a little overpowering- no drama- just use sparingly.
The dessert we ordered, (Oma's Buchteln- a sweet yeast dumpling with plum filling and custard) was very sweet, but delicious and definitely for two. Next time I really want to try the strudel.
Other rustic meals are on offer like the goulash with home made spaetzele (delicious noodles). But they also have a number of non-German meals and have just increased the number of vegetarian meals on offer- so everyone is catered for.
Pricing is reasonable for a great meal- mains were around $24.
One thing that disappointed me was the limited number of German beers on offer - only 3 as I recall- but with their focus on simplicity and the food, this made sense. They did have a few German Schnapps on hand- we found a pear Schnapps (Williams) most conducive to our digestion and the flow of our evening.
There definitely will be a next time for me at Muttis.
http://mymelbournerestaurants.blogspot.com/2009/04/it-always-tastes-better-at-muttis.html

The setting is brilliant- the best beer garden in Melbourne, and luckily its atmosphere is matched by the food.
A great permanent menu, with the usual burgers, steak sandwiches, bangers and mash (mmm with rosemary and lamb) but also vegetarian enchiladas, kangaroo steaks or dips and nibblies for a snack. But add to that their range of seasonal specials, and you just never get bored. Yesterday, on the specials board were chili quail, stuffed figs- awewome seasonal food.

Approximate cost: $17

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