Italia Lane

Italia Lane is a modern Italian restaurant and pizzeria on Ann Street in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane, bringing traditional Italian flavours together with a contemporary approach. The kitchen focuses on hand-made pasta and hand-stretched Napoli-style pizza, prepared with ingredients sourced from local and European suppliers. The restaurant also offers set menus, an express lunch, drinks and takeaway, with dietary requirements accommodated on request.

The venue’s style is shaped by authentic Italian hospitality and modern European cooking. Its family-owned character is central to the experience, with the team presenting Italia Lane as a place for shared meals and special occasions rather than just a quick stop for food. The setting includes a lush laneway area where guests can begin with drinks before moving inside for a fuller Italian meal.

Executive Chef Rino Avellini, who comes from Rome, leads the culinary direction. His approach keeps the essence of Italian cooking while using contemporary techniques and more polished presentation. That makes Italia Lane a useful choice for diners looking for familiar Italian staples with a modern edge, particularly if pasta or pizza is the focus of the occasion.

The restaurant caters to a broad range of occasions, from meals with family and loved ones to milestone birthdays and engagements. It also works with event planners on functions, offering a setting that can move from laneway drinks to multiple Italian courses. The venue says it was recognised in 2025 at the Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence, including awards for Best Casual Dining Restaurant and Best Pizza Restaurant in South East Queensland. Italia Lane has a 4.8 Google rating from 983 reviews.