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Briscola Italian, Canberra, AU-ACT

Briscola Italian

4.8
4.8
529 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Since 2010, Briscola has firmly established itself on the Canberra food scene and is arguably this town's most popular Italian restaurant. Now with a newly refurbished venue, it offers an unpretentious yet stylish approach to an authentic Italian dining experience.
At the forefront it’s about the food: simple, wholesome and traditional without being old fashioned. The “old fashioned” is evident in the service with Gianni and his incredible staff focusing on giving the diner a charming experience.
What sets it apart is how they transport you to Italy. Start with an aperitivo to open the palate, enjoy a local or Italian wine varietal and finish with a soothing digestive.
Briscola is situated conveniently in the heart of the city near hotels and public transport.
Sit inside or alfresco, Briscola seems to suit anyone… families, young couples, group functions and corporate luncheons. You can walk-in, but please book, it gets busy!

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 6248 5444
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Nickolaus Magro Ocaranza
  • Catering
    Stylish yet casual Italian dining. Cosy & unpretentious setting suiting couples, families and group functions. Offering full Italian menu including pasta, pizza, risotto, main meals and caters for most dietary requirements.
  • Private party facilities
    Outdoor gazebo can be booked for up to 20 people. Includes adjustable blinds, heating, festoon lighting and music. Option to fully enclose.
  • Neighbourhood
    Canberra City
  • Cross Street
    Best parking is at Magistrates Court car park.
  • Parking details
    Magistrates Court car park off London Circuit
  • Public transit
    Across the road from the City Light Rail Station (Alinga St)In front of City Bus Station No 1
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 529 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Canberra

    Best Overall

  • Canberra

    Best Food

  • Canberra

    Best Service

  • Canberra

    Best Ambience

  • Canberra

    Best Value

  • Canberra

    Good for groups

  • Canberra

    Healthy

  • Canberra

    Great for fine wines

  • Canberra

    Good for special occasions

  • Canberra

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Canberra

    Lively

  • Canberra

    Most Booked

  • Inner North

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Briscola Italian offers a "quaint" dining experience in the heart of Canberra, known for its "excellent service" and "delicious food." With a diverse menu featuring favorites like calamari and Nutella calzone, diners praise its "friendly staff" and "warm ambience." Perfect for any occasion, it's a "must-try" spot for Italian cuisine lovers.

529 Reviews
  1. Eva

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place to eat, accomdating on short notice and adjusted the menu as stock levels changed so that we could still have our favourite menu items. 10 out 10 best Italian food in Canberra, the only place better would be if you flew over to Italy 🇮🇹 Always a wonderful time when visiting

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  2. Kayley

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing!! The service was great and so helpful. We will be going back again and again and again!!

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  3. Trini

    Canberra

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great table service, food and ambience, my Aunty's out of town absolutely enjoyed their experience dining with you. The young waitresses were very friendly and helpful. We will dine here again 😋

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  4. Jonathan

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m fairly new to Canberra and was looking for an Italian restaurant for a date night and stumbled upon Briscola after a quick online search. Making the booking online was pain free. We were running a little late for our booked time and when I rang, the restaurant, to inform them, the person I spoke to was friendly and respectful. The service and food could not be faulted. The wine was brilliant. I would have no hesitation recommending this restaurant looking for a wonderful Italian restaurant.

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  5. Sean

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent resturant. I have been there many times over the years

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  6. Kath

    Canberra

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service and very family friendly! We’ll be back!

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  7. Dianne

    New South Wales

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an introduction to my daughter and her daughter to our favourite place in Canberra for a meal.The staff were amazing as was the food.The amazing staff know who they are and how loved they are.Thanks for a wonderful evening

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  8. Dianne

    New South Wales

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and the food is always excellent.This is our favourite restaurant in Canberra we visit every time we are in town.

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  9. Murray

    Victoria

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful young people with smiles on their faces serving us made it a happy experience! The burnt sage and pumpkin ravioli is superb and the seafood spaghetti with olive oil is sensational. We have been going to Briscola whenever we are in Canberra for years and it remains our favourite Canberra restaurant.

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  10. Phil

    New South Wales

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a wonderful pre-show meal here…good service and good food in a nice atmosphere. Well done!

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FAQs

Briscola Italian offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 6248 5444.

Briscola Italian is rated 4.8 stars by 529 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Briscola Italian

60 Alinga St, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Best parking is at Magistrates Court car park.
  • Neighbourhood
    Canberra City
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:30 pm–8:30 pm Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Magistrates Court car park off London Circuit
  • Public transit
    Across the road from the City Light Rail Station (Alinga St)In front of City Bus Station No 1
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Nickolaus Magro Ocaranza
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (02) 6248 5444
  • Catering
    Stylish yet casual Italian dining. Cosy & unpretentious setting suiting couples, families and group functions. Offering full Italian menu including pasta, pizza, risotto, main meals and caters for most dietary requirements.
  • Private party facilities
    Outdoor gazebo can be booked for up to 20 people. Includes adjustable blinds, heating, festoon lighting and music. Option to fully enclose.
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