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Briscola Italian, Canberra, AU-ACT

Briscola Italian

4.8
4.8
556 Reviews
$41 to $100
Italian
60 Alinga St, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • 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
  • Website
    http://briscolapizzeria.com.au/
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    60 Alinga St, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601
  • Neighborhood
    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

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Set Menu

    A$65.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Festa della Mamma. Three Course Mother's Day Menu $65pp. Mums receive a complimentary Bellini on arrival. Requires participation of the whole table. All dietary requirements met.

Menu

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What 556 people are saying

Briscola Italian reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Canberra

    Best Overall

  • Canberra

    Best Food

  • Canberra

    Best Service

  • Canberra

    Best Ambiance

  • Canberra

    Best Value

  • Canberra

    Good for groups

  • Canberra

    Healthy

  • Canberra

    Neighborhood gem

  • 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 "excellent food and service" with a warm, friendly atmosphere in the heart of Canberra. Guests praise the "amazing" staff and "fantastic" food, including standout dishes like the burnt sage and pumpkin ravioli. It's a "wonderful place to eat," perfect for any occasion, and a favorite among locals and visitors.

556 Reviews

  1. John

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and cheerful service as always! Thoroughly recommend.

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  2. James

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service . High quality all around!

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  3. Ryan

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great experience and excellent service 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

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  4. Adrian

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always great service. Food is wonderful and atmosphere is equal.

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  5. Jennifer

    Canberra2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish the service was amazing. The food was delicious and there was something for everyone. Loved by the whole family.

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  6. Sean

    Canberra1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere, friendly and attentive staff, fantastic food. Would recommend.

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  7. Mara

    Canberra6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience friendly and happy staff, great food - always bring visitors here at least once

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  8. Michael VIP

    Canberra9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    As a regular I appreciate the quality of this Italian food served by efficient and friendly staff..

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  9. Sharon

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every visit has been exceptional. The food, especially the specials board, the service and hospitality, ambiance... everything is tip top. My must stop place to feast when I visit Canberra.

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  10. Beck

    Canberra1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    After the boss “stole” my fork when I finished my entree he told me ‘too bad’ I only get one when I asked for another and proceeded to tell me it was my fault for leaving my fork in my entree dish 😅 Anyway, all in good fun another fork came out and I had the most unbelievable meal. From entree to dessert was amazing, 5 star 👌🏽👌🏽 and all staff were lovely! Can’t wait to go back 😊

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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 556 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Briscola Italian

60 Alinga St, Canberra, AU-ACT 2601

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Best parking is at Magistrates Court car park.
  • Neighborhood
    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
    $41 to $100
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://briscolapizzeria.com.au/
  • 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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