Ladro Gertrude
224 Gertrude Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
It’s understandable that one would expect even a regular old pizza place located on Gertrude Street to be a significant amount cooler than your run-of-the-mill variety. It’s no surprise then, walking into the Gertrude Street version of Ladro, to find an incredibly popular restaurant, done in an effortlessly cool style. Besides the incredibly stylish surrounds, think marble tops, black and white decor, and very I’m-on-Gertrude-Street hanging lights, Ladro thankfully also knows its way around a pizza oven. The pizzas have quite the reputation around town; they’re inventive, well-made, and come in one piece, with a pizza cutter for one of the table to seize upon. The desserts too, are well worth sampling with friends. An extension of Ladro’s Italian heritage, both the north and south side locations relish the opportunity to throw a party, or hold an event. Both locations offer a range of function packages, and are flexible with layout and menus. Ladro’s a good pick for group dinners, or event birthdays, or small corporate functions. It’s not the biggest space, but there is an extra room out the back. The Gertrude Street incarnation on Ladro is found towards the intersection of Smith Street, a stone’s throw from the centre of the Fitzroy nightlife. The 86 tram rolls past regularly, and the CBD is a leisurely stroll (or a very quick drive) away.
Ladro Gertrude Function Rooms

Entire Venue
This first-born Ladro venue on continually cool Gertrude Street is every bit as sleek and contemporary as its younger Prahran sister. Monochrome and minimalist in style, inside is all crisp tiles and white-washed walls, jarring with a b...

Courtyard
The Courtyard is a light-filled area positioned to the rear of Ladro Gertrude. With its glass roof, the Courtyard is akin to being outdoors and functions as a secluded little nook away from the hustle and bustle of the main restaurant.Fe...

Main Dining Room
The heart of Ladro Gertrude, the Main Dining Room is where all the action happens. The ever-busy bar occupies a corner spot to the left, offering space for perched dining. Similarly compact, is the popular low-level window seats overloo...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Ladro Gertrude?
Events at Ladro Gertrude start from 0.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Ladro Gertrude?
The following types of events can be held at Ladro Gertrude:
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Trivia Night
- Wedding
- Function
- Engagement Party
- Corporate Function
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- End of Financial Year Party
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Ladro Gertrude is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Ladro Gertrude is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Ladro Gertrude is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Ladro Gertrude?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Ladro Gertrude:
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Ladro Gertrude?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Ladro Gertrude and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Ladro Gertrude to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Ladro Gertrude to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Ladro Gertrude if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.