il locale

4.4

58 reviews

$A40 and under

Italian

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For those seeking a slice of Italy while in Brisbane, make a turn down Rosalie’s Nash Street to find Il Locale, shaded among climbing greenery. Enter to discover a contemporary space styled with timber furniture, impressive leading archways and a colourful light installation, creating a chic, yet relaxed vibe. Il Locale offers a full dive into traditional Italian cuisine, delicious in its simplicity. The freshness and quality of the locally sourced pruduce are the results of the great work of the Back of House team, led by Head Chef Rory Watson who is immensely fond and passionate of Italian food and culture and passing along his knowledge with pride.
A high-end customer service is also what Il Locale is about, putting guests enjoyment first, always.
Il Locale wants to bring a piece of italy, directly to you.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

5 Jul 2022

19:00

Booked 2 times today

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(07) 3368 2122

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(07) 3368 2122
Website
http://www.illocaleitalian.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Nello Spagnuolo
Private party facilities
For private events please give us a call on (07) 3368 2122 or email eat@illocaleitalian.com.au Large groups are welcome, set menu and drink packages are available. BYO events are on Thursdays.

Location
Rosalie Mews, 21 Nash Street Rosalie, AU-QLD 4064
Area
Paddington
Cross Street
Baroona Rd and Nash Street
Parking Details
Public Lot
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

PaneA$8.50
House made sourdough served with olive oil and aged balsamic
Olive MisteA$7.50
Mixed olives marinated with herbs, chilli, garlic and lemon
BurrataA$19.50
Fresh burrata, heirloom tomatoes, basil, aged balsamic glaze, olive oil
AranciniA$12.50
Arancini handmade with beef and pork ragu risotto and a heart of melted mozzarella
BruschettaA$12.50
Traditional sliced bread with tomatoes, oregano, onion topped with goat cheese and a drizzle of aged balsamic vinegar
Prosciutto di ParmaA$12.50
Served with fresh ricotta, walnuts, honey and crostini
Insalata di PolipettiA$21.50
Cold baby octopus salad with rocket, cherry tomatoes, Kipfler potatoes, garlic and green olives

Pasta

Pappardelle al RaguA$27.00
Red wine braised beef and pork ragu, tomato sugo, parmesan and evo
Rigatoni alla NeranoA$22.00
Slightly spiced zucchini cream and roasted almonds
RisottoA$26.00
Fresh Asparagus and crispy peppercorn pancetta topped with goat cheese and olive oil
Gnocchi alla NorcinaA$26.00
Pork and fennel sausage, truffle paste, parmesan cream and parmesan
Spaghetti alla MarinaraA$29.00
Fresh selection of seafood with cherry tomatoes, chilli, garli and olive oil
LasagnaA$24.00
Traditional handmade layered pasta sheets with Bolognese sauce and bechamel

Secondi

PancettaA$30.00
Served with roasted Kipfler potatoes, watercress and pepper salsa
BarramundiA$32.00
Pan seared barramundi, shaved fennel, asparagus, pomegranate and salsa verde

Contorni

Insalata di FinocchioA$12.50
Shaved fennel with orange segments, mint, almonds, olive oil
Patate al FornoA$10.00
Pan fried potatoes, confit garlic and rosemary
FagioliniA$11.00
Green beans served in a burnt anchovy butter
Rucola e PereA$11.00
Rocket, parmesan, green pear and walnuts topped with a house dressing
ChipsA$9.00
Diamond cut chips with aioli sauce

Pizza

Gluten Free pizza base available $3

Cheesy GarlicA$16.50
Focaccia with mozzarella and garlic oil
MargheritaA$19.50
Tomato sugo, basil, mozzarella and olive oil
Salsiccia e CavoloA$25.00
Pork and fennel sausage, provolone, cavolo nero and mozzarella
DiavolaA$22.50
Tomato sugo, hot salami, chilli oil and mozzarella
TartufataA$26.00
Mozzarella, truffle paste, pancetta, mushrooms and stracciatella
VegetarianaA$21.00
Tomato sugo, mozzarella, zucchini, rocket and semi dried tomatoes
ProsciuttoA$27.00
Tomato sugo, prosciutto di Parma, cherry tomatoes, rocket and parmesan
CapricciosaA$26.00
Tomato Sugo, artichokes, Kalamata olives, ham and mozzarella
CalzoneA$25.00
Fresh ricotta, sausage, roasted capsicum and basil topped with Napoli sauce
Quattro FormaggiA$23.00
Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Pecorino Pepato, parmesan, basil
NapoletanaA$24.50
Tomato, anchovies, capers, mozzarella, parsley, black olives
PatateA$22.00
Roasted potatoes, rosemary, garlic oil, mozzarella
Funghi MistiA$23.00
Button mushrooms, porcini, mozzarella, garlic oil
GamberiA$28.00
Zucchini cream, garlic prawns, fresh chilli, mozzarella, parsley
MortadellaA$24.00
Mozzarella, mortadella, stracciatella, pistachio crumb, basil

Dolci

Yogurt Vanilla PannacottaA$14.00
with strawberry coulis, fresh strawberries, biscuit crumb
TiramisuA$13.00
savoiardi, mascarpone cream, coffee
Baked Chocolate CheescakeA$14.00
with mascarpone, amaretto cherries, chocolate soil
Nutella CalzoneA$13.50
folded pizza with nutella, marshmallows and strawberries
Formaggi Della Casa
selection of cheese, honey, seasonal fruit, crackers, seasoned nuts (min 2 people)
- eaA$12.00
AffogatoA$14.00
vanilla ice-cream, espresso, Frangelico

What 58 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.3Ambience
4.4Value

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LiamL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly, attentive and knowledgable service from staff and chef. Food was freshly prepared and cooked, spectacular flavour and the gnocci in particular was an absolute standout. Clear to me was the heart and soul from the chef who takes great pride in what he produces, yet makes the time to interact with his customers to ensure they are having a wonderful experience. Very well priced for the fabulous food and drinks we enjoyed. Will certainly be back. Thanks so much for the great meal.
HR
HanR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
We really enjoyed our dinner at your restaurant. Your staff were helpful, and the food great. Would recommend for a lovely dinner. The tiramisu was fantastic
RI
RandomInternetCanine
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Il Locale is a brilliant dining option in Rosalie. The food is always great, and the prices are good. Love it!
JL
JeffreyL
Sunshine Coast
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 25 June 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
My wife and our guests had a lovely evening and the food was at it's usual high standard.The staff were friendly and attentive.
JC
JoCo
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Honestly have nothing bad to say. Great food, service and atmosphere. Staff so kind and friendly. Food truly sumptuous. I will be back.
SG
SimplyGed
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Lovely food and the host (head chef) was excellent. They were short on staff so the front of house team were running round trying their best to keep everyone happy - which they did for us!!! They apologized at the end of the meal for the delays but, apart from waiting for a glass of wine, it was a great experience. We would definitely go back again
BE
BillE
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 24 June 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
They are short of staff but you could tell they gave it their best. Food was great, ambience great, staff really helpful if run off their feet. Always good food and good times there, love it.
AH
AlanH
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, prompt, good menu and wine selection
TR
TonyR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 June 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great food, best pasta meal we’ve had in a long time. Great service, good meal size, hot and tasty
k
karenm
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great quality food and service. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the delicious menu!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 June 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful restaurant and friendly efficient service. The food is always delicious and the restaurant has a lovely ambiance.
GS
GeorgeS
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 May 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
very good food,attentive service without being intrusive- an enjoyable experience.
MW
MaritaW
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time dining. Will be back for sure.
LK
LaraK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Authentic Italian food. Pasta was delicious. Wine beautiful. Fast service
KC
KarenC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
The food was good, recommend this restaurant. The G&T was not good though I didn't complain as they were obviously a bit understaffed with qualified bar staff - it looked like everyone was chipping in and they did a good job.
ML
MichaelL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
This is a favorite of ours. Great food. Consistent quality.
J
Janet
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best risotto ever!!!!
JL
JeffreyL
Sunshine Coast
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 23 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
My Wife and i go there all the time to celebrate our birthdays.This has been for a number of years now and the quality has remained always very good.We highly recommend the dining experience to anyone looking for high quality Italian cuisine.
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Coco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the food and the staff.. When it comes to pizza we are serious authentic Naples pizza lovers. This place did not disappoint! We will be returning!!
NQ
NealQ
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love love love this place. The food is so Authentic. Gnocchi is to die for. The Tiramisu is to die for. The liven waiter is attentive and kind and has an amazing memory.
KC
KC28
Brisbane
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 March 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Pasta was excellent. Kids serve of pasta could be larger, my 8 year old needed 2 serves.
VN
VivN
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been there a few times and food and service are outstanding. The only thing we noticed last time is that the portions got quite small. Couldn’t say we were completely full when we left.
M
Mitchell
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and nice staff. My favourite Italian place in Brisbane.
S
Skye
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 19 February 2022
overall3food3service2ambience4
It is a gorgeous setting, food was hit and miss- some was amazing and some was very average. Waitress was asked to get a drink 3 times and forgot.
DL
DeborahL
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 16 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waitress was very lovely. She made us feel welcome and was kind. We had a very enjoyable time on my Dad's 85th birthday. The food was fantastic.
M
Mckc124
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2022
overall3food5service3ambience4
Only two staff members. Took forever to order. Food was good.
GS
GandS
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 February 2022
overall3food5service1ambience3
Food was superb. Service was very ordinary. There were only 2 wait staff and numerous situations where the kitchen staff were visibly annoyed and the wait staff were short of patience with each other. It doesn't matter what the reason may have been, you have customers paying good money for a nice meal with good service. It made for a very uncomfortable evening. We wont be back.
GP
GillianP
Brisbane
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 11 February 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good selection of food and wine on the menu; tasty food very well prepared and presented. Excellent service from the helpful, courteous and efficient staff.
MF
MarieF
Brisbane
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 3 February 2022
overall2food4service2ambience2
Disappointing service. When the restaurant runs out of ice because the ice machine can't make enough, and nobody thinks to go across the road and buy a couple of bags, it's not good enough! Staff has to know the menu. It's not that extensive. I asked what Bottarga was - the server said, I don't know... I think it's cheese. I googled it, and its fish roe!!! The food is lovely, but everything else seemed disorganised.
PL
PeterL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our meals were delicious and the service was second to none. The staff went out of their way to make us feel valued and appreciated.
PR
PReynildz
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 28 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and staff were very attentive and gracious
SR
SusieR
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 January 2022
overall2food4service2ambience4
The potion size of the meals were smaller than what we have experienced previously. We ordered sparkling water and waitress topped up sparkling water in glass with normal table water !!!! English was poor with both waitress and waiter who served us.” We were not given any further follow up service or customer service with our meals. We were given a dessert menu to order from before we even were served our mains. We have dined here several times before and we feel the standard of meals and service has slipped which is a shame.
LR
LeeR
Queensland
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 20 January 2022
overall1food2service1ambience3
Although this place came highly recommended,we were disappointed. Tried overcharging us, service was inattentive and food wasn’t anything special. You can definitely get better value in Rosalie and elsewhere. Thankfully we were with lovely friends, it’s the first bad eating experience we’ve had in Rosalie Village.
AH
AlanH
London
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2022
overall1food2service1ambience4
Minimal staff, long wait for drinks and service, did not recognise booking through opentable
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ILPEREZ
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 14 January 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
Only use to come for the pillow ricotta stuffed gnocchi with truffle sauce. It was a real shame that they changed the menu and no longer was there. We substitute for the new gnocchi but was not the same and found it a bit dry. Pizza was good though. Some Italian music in restaurant would’ve been nice… we much preferred old menu… new entre was not as flavour as other… hopefully this review can bring back the ricotta and other entree they had.
SC
SueyC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love going to Il Locale, not only is the food fabulous but the service is always great. It always feels like your happiness is their priority. Highly recommend.
NS
NevilleS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food delightful staff and great to support o local restaurant we can walk to
ED
ElissaD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 December 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely loved our visit! The food was delicious and the staff give warm, friendly service. They spoilt our kids - and especially our birthday girl - with a complimentary dessert, candles and a birthday song. It’s fine dining with a generous, family feel. Thankyou - we always enjoy visiting when we are in Brisbane.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Brisbane
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 18 December 2021
overall5food4service4ambience4
Great fresh Italian food. Staff are friendly and fun and made a good night out with friends
C
Chiara
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 17 December 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Every time that we eat at the locale they welcome us with a big smile and an outstanding service. Food is really good and fresh. I would suggest to put more second dishes to have a broader choice. Pizza was amazing and the gnocchi alla Norcina as well.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from il locale using the Order Online button. il locale also offers delivery in partnership with Deliveroo. il locale also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (07) 3368 2122.

il locale is rated 4.4 stars by 58 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

5 Jul 2022

19:00

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeaway

(07) 3368 2122

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Order online

Rosalie Mews, 21 Nash Street Rosalie, AU-QLD 4064

Additional information

Cross Street
Baroona Rd and Nash Street
Area
Paddington
Hours of Operation
Lunch Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nello Spagnuolo
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.illocaleitalian.com.au/
Phone number
(07) 3368 2122
Private party facilities
For private events please give us a call on (07) 3368 2122 or email eat@illocaleitalian.com.au Large groups are welcome, set menu and drink packages are available. BYO events are on Thursdays.

il locale

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Takeaway

Other options

Additional information

Antipasti

PaneA$8.50

Olive MisteA$7.50

BurrataA$19.50

AranciniA$12.50

BruschettaA$12.50

Prosciutto di ParmaA$12.50

Insalata di PolipettiA$21.50

Pasta

Pappardelle al RaguA$27.00

Rigatoni alla NeranoA$22.00

RisottoA$26.00

Gnocchi alla NorcinaA$26.00

Spaghetti alla MarinaraA$29.00

LasagnaA$24.00

Secondi

PancettaA$30.00

BarramundiA$32.00

Contorni

Insalata di FinocchioA$12.50

Patate al FornoA$10.00

FagioliniA$11.00

Rucola e PereA$11.00

ChipsA$9.00

Pizza

Cheesy GarlicA$16.50

MargheritaA$19.50

Salsiccia e CavoloA$25.00

DiavolaA$22.50

TartufataA$26.00

VegetarianaA$21.00

ProsciuttoA$27.00

CapricciosaA$26.00

CalzoneA$25.00

Quattro FormaggiA$23.00

NapoletanaA$24.50

PatateA$22.00

Funghi MistiA$23.00

GamberiA$28.00

MortadellaA$24.00

Dolci

Yogurt Vanilla PannacottaA$14.00

TiramisuA$13.00

Baked Chocolate CheescakeA$14.00

Nutella CalzoneA$13.50

Formaggi Della Casa

AffogatoA$14.00

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