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02/06/2026
Say CHEESE!🧀🔥
Tonight’s pasta comes with a little drama. Join us for Cheese Wheel Night — our monthly tableside pasta experience where the cheese wheel steals the spotlight. Truffle Polenta Chips to start, creamy pasta theatrics in the middle and silky Panna Cotta to finish. Bellissimo. 🇮🇹
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01/06/2026
Lunch called… it said don’t rush back to work 🍝
Emails can wait, but our Tiramisu can’t! Ease into the afternoon with our weekday lunch specials — whether it’s the Spaghetti Moretti with a house beer or the full three-course Italian affair with Arancini and dessert. Basically a mini holiday disguised as lunch. 🇮🇹🍷
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30/05/2026
Did you miss the Cheese Wheel this month? 🧀⚠️
Don't miss out: Our next legendary Cheese Wheel Night is coming up next Wednesday, June 3rd. $65 for three courses of pure indulgence. Don't wait—secure your spot now!
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28/05/2026
A pasta and a beer for $33? Now we’re talking! Friday's call for Spaghetti Moretti! 🍝🍺
Join us Monday to Friday for our lunch specials — featuring any regular pizza or pasta (excluding seafood options) paired with a soft drink or house beer. Or level things up with our two-course ($39) or three-course ($47) Italian lunch experience. Because lunch should feel a little indulgent, especially on a Friday! 🇮🇹✨
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27/05/2026
This is your sign to romanticise your dinner plans... ✨
Warm lights, good company and a table full of food. comes alive at night and at Il Verde, it’s all about long dinners, shared plates and a glass (or two) of wine, just like an evening in Italy. 🇮🇹🍷
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23/05/2026
Italy is far - Dinner at Il Verde isn’t! 🇮🇹🍝
No passport required. Trade the ordinary for warm lighting, rich pasta, flowing wine and the kind of dinner that feels like a little European escape in Bowen Hills. 🇮🇹🍷
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21/05/2026
Where the magic actually happens 👨🍳🔥
Sizzling pans, fresh pasta and a little controlled chaos! From hand-stretching dough to finishing plates with precision, our kitchen is where Italian tradition meets the Friday night rush — fast, loud and full of passion. 🇮🇹
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20/05/2026
Not your average pasta night 🧀 This one comes with a little theatre!
Join us every first Wednesday for our set menu and signature cheese wheel pasta experience — made tableside, shared with friends and best paired with wine. 🇮🇹🍷
The next Cheese Wheel night takes place on Wednesday, 3rd of June.
📲 Bookings highly recommended.
19/05/2026
This is the best lunch deal you can find in Bowen Hills! 🇮🇹
Our $33 lunch special isn't just a deal; it's a King Street tradition. Any pizza or pasta from our main menu, cooked to perfection. Your weekday just got a whole lot better, making the day in the office suddenly not so boring!
You've got a little more time to linger? No problemo. Enjoy our two or three-course lunch options, designed to make your day not only better, but a little sweeter too… the Italian way. 🇮🇹🍰
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17/05/2026
Silky, rich and exactly what you’re craving.
Our pasta is made for slow dinners — perfectly cooked, coated in flavour and best enjoyed with a glass of wine and good company, the Italian way. 🇮🇹🍷
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15/05/2026
Big hair, big music, and even bigger flavors. 💃🎸
Heading to the Electrifying 80s show at The Tivoli tonight? We are the perfect opening act for your pre-show dinner. Fast, authentic, and just a stroll from the stage.
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13/05/2026
Dinner plans just got easier 🚗✨
No circling the block. No rushing the clock.
Enjoy 2 hours free parking on King Street every weekday after 5pm, so you can settle in, order that extra glass of wine and linger a little longer — just like they do in Italy. 🇮🇹🍷
📲 Book your table now via the link in bio.
10/05/2026
Forget the soggy desk sandwich - is calling. 🍝
Upgrade your lunch hour with our $28 weekday special. Choose any pizza or pasta from our main menu (excl. seafood) and pair it with a glass of wine or a soft drink. It’s the ultimate Bowen Hills power lunch.
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09/05/2026
Dinner hits different on 🌙
A little buzz, a lot of flavour - Settle in at and soak up the atmosphere — where every night feels like a mini escape to Italy, filled with pasta, laughter and good wine. 🍷🇮🇹
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08/05/2026
's Mother’s Day Market is here! 🌸
Join us tonight at Il Verde during the King Street Mother’s Day Market and celebrate the Italian way — good food, great company and a complimentary glass of Prosecco for every mum dining with us. Because in Italy, family celebrations always start around the table. 🇮🇹🥂
📲 Book your table now via the link in bio.
Please note: Il Verde will be closed on Mother’s Day, Sunday 10th May.
06/05/2026
Why wait until Mother’s Day to spoil Mum? 🥂
This Friday during the King Street Mother’s Day Market, we’re pouring a complimentary glass of Prosecco for every mum dining with us — because in Italy, any excuse to celebrate family is a good one. Bring Mum, share a plate of pasta, raise a glass and start the weekend the Italian way. 🇮🇹✨
📲 Book your table now via the link in bio.
Please note: Il Verde will be closed on Mother’s Day - Sunday, 10th of May.
04/05/2026
POV: Your pasta is tossed in a whole wheel of cheese. 🧀🔥
Golden truffle polenta chips, creamy pasta swirled through molten cheese and a silky panna cotta moment to finish. This Wednesday is Cheese Wheel Night at il verde! Our chefs crack open the cheese wheel and toss your pasta right in front of you for the ultimate Italian comfort ritual. Three indulgent courses and a house beverage for $65 — just like a trattoria night in Northern Italy (but with better Brisbane weather). 🇮🇹🍷
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03/05/2026
Slow-braised lamb, rich in red wine and finished with fresh gremolata — this is comfort food, made per la Mamma. 🧡
Watch as our Agnello Brasato della Casa is served fresh to the table as part of our Mother’s Day Week specials. It’s hearty, indulgent and made for those long, laughter-filled dinners that feel just like Italy. 🇮🇹✨
Available from May 6th — limited time only.
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01/05/2026
A little glimpse into an early dinner service at Il Verde 👀💛
Loved ones gathering, plates being shared and the kitchen moving at full pace - Il verde is your place for a pre-show drink or a date night. We are the place to celebrate good food and good company on 🫶🏻
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29/04/2026
Missed it this month? Don’t miss the next! 🧀✨
Cheese Wheel Night is every 1st Wednesday of each month — set your calendar for next week and come hungry! A set three-course menu for just $65 incl. house beverage is waiting for you! 🥰
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26/04/2026
Happy Monday!
Is there a better way to start the week than with authentic Italian food?! We don't think so. 🙃 Whether you’re chasing a quick midday escape or have time to settle in, we’ve got your Monday covered. Keep it simple with our $28 1-course special (pizza or pasta + soft drink) or lean into a true Italian feast with our 2 and 3-course deals. 🍕🍝
Available all week round for those hungrier moments when you need a total reset.
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26/04/2026
Mum deserves a menu made just for her 🌸
This Mother’s Day Week at Il Verde, we’re serving up Specialità per la Mamma — a limited-time menu designed for sharing, celebrating and lingering a little longer over wine. From May 6th, gather the family, pass the plates and toast to Mum the Italian way. 🇮🇹🍷
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24/04/2026
Lest we forget. 🌹🇮🇹
This ANZAC Day, we’re keeping the wood-fire burning for your evening catch-ups. We will be closed for lunch, but opening our doors from 5pm for a night of authentic Italian comfort and long-overdue toasts. Whether it’s a family reunion or a quiet dinner with friends, bring the people who matter—we’ll take care of the rest.
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21/04/2026
Midweek fix: a tangle of al dente spaghetti, pan-seared prawns and zero regrets. 🦐✨
Our Spaghetti ai Gamberi is the ultimate comfort: chilli, garlic and prawns tossed to perfection. Whether you’re fueling up for the second half of the week or just need an Italian escape, the table is set and the pasta is hot. 🔥
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21/04/2026
The heart of our kitchen, the hands behind your favorite dishes. ✨👨🍳
Great nights are made by great people and it all starts right here. These are the passionate chefs turning fresh ingredients into the wood-fired pizzas and handmade pastas you love. Come for the food, stay for the soul - Il Verde is a family, and we can’t wait to welcome yours.
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Address
2 King Street, Bowen Hills
Brisbane, QLD
4006
To get to the Italian restaurant on King Street in Brisbane, you can take several modes of public transportation. If you are taking a train, get off at Fortitude Valley station and take the Brunswick St exit. From there, it is about a 10-minute walk to your destination. Alternatively, you can take any bus that stops at the Brunswick St at Ann St stop and then walk for around 5 minutes.
If you prefer driving or taking a taxi or ride-share service, the restaurant is located on King Street which is easily accessible from surrounding areas such as Tenerife or New farm via either Commercial Road or Skyring Terrace.
In terms of parking options, there are multiple parking lots in the area including one located directly opposite the restaurant. Additionally there is street parking available on both sides of King Street.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11:30am - 2pm |
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5:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday |
11:30am - 2pm |
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5:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday |
11:30am - 2pm |
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5:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Thursday |
11:30am - 2pm |
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5:30pm - 8:30pm |
| Friday |
11:30am - 2pm |
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5pm - 9pm |
| Saturday |
5pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Italian restaurants are known for their delicious and hearty meals that are perfect for any occasion. Il Verde, located in the heart of King Street, Fortitude Valley's newest dining precinct, is a modern Italian restaurant that offers a unique twist on traditional Italian cuisine.
What sets Il Verde apart from other Italian restaurants is their commitment to using fresh and sustainable ingredients. The team at Il Verde takes pride in sourcing only the best ingredients to create their inventive flavours that meet European tradition.
With space for 90 diners between the indoor dining room and outdoor lounge, Il Verde offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that is perfect for any occasion. Their menu features hearty pastas and specialty wood-fired pizzas that have been crafted to suit diners of every age.
Il Verde's owners, Trio Dom Barakat, Simon Barakat, and Ibrahim Haddid (known as Bob), boast a combined 40 years of experience in the industry. The Barakat family's long-running success at Gino's, one of Brisbane's most beloved Italian spots, has paved the way for their experience at Il Verde.
Overall, Il Verde is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to enjoy delicious Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With their commitment to using fresh and sustainable ingredients and their inventive take on traditional Italian dishes, it's no wonder why this restaurant has become one of Brisbane's most popular dining spots since its opening in November 2016.
