Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Brisbane

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Brisbane? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Elio's Osteria

4.9

4.9 (1653)

$40 and under

Italian

Carindale

About the restaurant

Candle lit tables, chianti by the glass, crooners and generous old fashioned house made pizza, calzone, gelati, huge pastas and antipasto. Perfect for a family dinner, an intimate night for two, or a work get together. A south side institution since 1984.

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Pooja

Dined 4 days ago

I found it to be super convenient and efficient way to book.

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Vapiano - Garden City

4.2

4.2 (211)

$40 and under

Italian

Mt Gravatt

About the restaurant

There are few cuisines more comforting than Italian food and with everything going on in the world right now, we sure need as much comfort as we can get!

As always, at Vapiano, we’re continuing to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with a dash of Aussie spice and the best Australian produce (sourced from within 150 kilometres of each restaurant where possible).

With favourites like our Carbonara or Bolognese pasta, and Margherita or Barbeque Pollo pizza, you won't be disappointed! Dine with us today and experience a slice of Italy in Mt Gravatt.

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Yamilet

Dined today

I celebrated my birthday with my family and friends at Vapiano the food was amazing great size plates for the value. The service was amazing thank you guys! We will definitely come back 🤗

Doughcraft

4.5

4.5 (85)

$40 and under

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

At Doughcraft, our vision is to blend the rich traditions of French and Italian culinary arts, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof. We are dedicated to creating exceptional products with passion, tradition, and authenticity.

From sunrise, our masterful French bakers craft unique viennoiseries and artisanal bread, ensuring every bite transports our customers to a quaint Parisian bakery. By midday, our freshly baked breads become the heart of delightful sandwiches and paninis, perfect for a busy city lunch.

As the sun sets, Doughcraft transforms into an Italian haven. Our skilled Italian chefs take over, infusing the evening with the vibrant flavours of Italy. Whether it’s our hand-made pasta, authentic pizzas, or other Italian specialties, each dish is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence.

At Doughcraft, we celebrate the unity of these two renowned culinary traditions, offering Brisbane a unique and unforgettable dining experience from morning till night.

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Linda

Dined 3 days ago

We booked Doughcraft because we'd seen Simone and Viviana on MKR and were so impressed by them. They were exceptional cooks but also humble, kind and respectful people who were great ambassadors for Italy and Queensland. They didn't engage in any back-biting or nastiness while on MKR which made them even more endearing to us and, although they're both very patriotic Italians, we were very proud to claim them as Queenslanders. Doughcraft was fantastic! The food was excellent! We started with arancini balls and cannoli - outstanding! I had a Classic Espresso Martini and it was the best Espresso Martini I've ever had. My husband and I both had the ravioli for main and shared the profiteroles for dessert. Also outstanding! A highlight of the evening was seeing Simone working away at one of the tables. My husband couldn't resist going over and congratulating him. I was concerned this might be annoying as I'm sure he gets congratulated all the time. But, to his credit, Simone was lovely. He wasn't bothered at all and was very friendly. I also saw him being asked for selfies from people at other tables and he was more than happy to oblige. You must try Doughcraft. I honestly couldn't complain about anything. The staff were so friendly and helpful and the food was excellent. We'll definitely be recommending Doughcraft to our family and friends. We can't wait to go back!

Persone Italian Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1113)

$41 to $100

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

In Italian Persone means ‘people’.
Persone is the embodiment of the sweet life.
A place to indulge in ‘the good life’.
Immerse yourself in a truly spectacular Italian bar and dining experience.

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Murray

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

We absolutely love dining at Persone. It is such a great place to take friends/clients and the food and service is always amazing. Highly recommend and see you next time....we can't wait!

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4.7

4.7 (86)

$41 to $100

Italian

South Brisbane

About the restaurant

Experience opulent dining and indulge in authentic modern Italian, redefined from humble recipes passed down through generations.

Drawing upon influences from beloved regions throughout Italy, Como embodies the laid-back yet refined essence of Lake Como, to deliver you an elevated fine dining destination with exceptional menu offerings. Paying homage to our heritage and honouring quality, seasonal produce, Como is for gathering, with our personal touch for those who love a little party.

Do as the Italians do – meet with friends and share a meal, unwind with an aperitivo and antipasti at the bar, or settle in for the night. Whatever the occasion, immerse in Como’s refined atmosphere.

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NatalieVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Food was outstanding!! This place had great ambience, fantastic wine list and the selection of food was fabulous. We will definitely be returning. Southbank hidden gem!

Justin Lane Brisbane

4.3

4.3 (32)

$41 to $100

Italian

Fortitude Valley

About the restaurant

Eat, drink & be messy. That’s our motto here at JL. We pride ourselves on the quality of our products. From our famous sourdough pizza and handmade pasta, to our signature cocktails, boutique wines and 8 beers on tap.

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Rebekka

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Was a fantastic experience overall for a really large group of people. Really appreciate the team for giving us such a great time!

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Experience

$59 FEED ME MENU

Sasso Italiano

4.5

4.5 (720)

$41 to $100

Italian

Woolloongabba

About the restaurant

This is Sasso. Your local neighbourhood Italian, made different. Dig in, all are welcome here.
Takeaway available online orders only - check us out here: https://sassoitaliano.orderup.com.au

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Peter

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Fine Italian dining coupled with great service an extensive wine list as well as interesting cocktails and deservedly wears the the crown of the Negroni capital of Brisvegas. Some of the best Negroni's I've ever had with a large range of rare and tasty combinations. Always look forward to Sasso's

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Popular dish

Potato Gnocchi

Popular dish

Beef Cheek Pappardelle

Experience

Sip n Sasso Feast Me

Factory51

4.5

4.5 (762)

$40 and under

Italian

Coorparoo

About the restaurant

Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria & Function Venue Nestled in inner-city Coorparoo, the handsome red brick warehouse and grounds have been carefully restored as an Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria, with a large and elegant, Private Function Venue of outstanding rustic and industrial character and visual appeal.

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Pip

Dined 4 days ago

Girls were wonderful! Food excellent as always! A lovely evening

Olive and Angelo

4.2

4.2 (1642)

$41 to $100

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant

Brought to you by Angelo Leonforte, Olive & Angelo delivers to Brisbane an authentic signature of traditional Italian cuisine. We have a generous focus on catering to all diners. Therefore we have created a menu of gluten-free, vegan & traditional options. We proudly make all of our own pasta, including our gluten free & vegan pastas. As well as our traditional, gluten free pizza base options.

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Roger

Dined 2 days ago

Terrific venue and exceptional food. Celebrated my wife’s birthday with the staff singing Happy Birthday, even the owner/chef Angelo got involved, what a great voice. Our first time here. And definitely will not be the last. Well done everyone!

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Vapiano - Albert Lane

4.2

4.2 (175)

$40 and under

Italian

Brisbane CBD

About the restaurant