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Il Lago Italian Restaurant

G01/8 Century Cct, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia

Recommended by 36 people

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G01/8 Century Cct, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia

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+61 2 9634 2487
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Il Lago Italian Restaurant

Unfussy lakeside dining meets dependable Italian hospitality in Baulkham Hills, built for long milestone lunches and easy family gatherings. Regulars unpack their own bottles of wine over wood-fired Capricciosa pizzas and house-made pumpkin agnolotti with crunchy almonds. Weekday lunch specials turn out crisp roast potatoes and seared barramundi alongside calm water views. Tables fill quickly with shared plates of calamari fritti in red wine sauce and fresh pasta before closing out on fried ravioli.

  • Lakeside Setting: Tables look directly across the lake, offering a relaxed waterfront backdrop for celebrations and midday meals.
  • BYO Wine Friendly: Guests can bring their own preferred bottles of wine to accompany traditional pizzas and hand-made pastas.
  • Weekday Lunch Specials: Midday offerings feature dedicated specials like seared barramundi and rump steak with roast potatoes.
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Reasons to Dine at Il Lago

Why guests choose Il Lago for celebrations, scenic lunches, and authentic Italian dining

  • Memorable Milestone Celebrations

    Il Lago anchors milestones with personal attention and warm gestures, creating lasting family memories for milestone birthdays and anniversaries.

    All the guest commented how lovely their lunch was and how friendly and attentive the staff are. Thank you for making a special occasion more memorable

    john

  • Composed Group Hospitality

    High-capacity, composed hospitality ensures smooth dining experiences even during peak holiday services and large family gatherings.

    The real test of a restaurant is on days like Mothers day when the restaurant is flat out. Even with this pressure, the staff were friendly and the food delicious.

    Tony Martin

  • Picturesque Lakeside Vistas

    Overlooking the water in Norwest, the restaurant offers scenic lakeside vistas that create an unhurried, scenic ambiance for any meal.

    The outlook to the lake was magical. Thanks such to all the management, chefs and front of house staff for such a pleasurable evening.

    Amanda Thomas

  • Dedicated Midday Lunch Specials

    A distinct midday specials menu offers thoughtfully cooked steaks, fresh seafood, and Italian classics at weekday midday value.

    beautifully cooked barramundi and rump steak (medium rare), both from the lunch specials menu.

    Ryan

  • Authentic House-Made Pastas & Mains

    House-made pastas, crisp-crust pizzas, and savory Italian mains deliver comforting authenticity across traditional courses.

    Lovely waterfront Italian restaurant, serving amazing house-made pastas amongst other great dish, by attentive and caring staff.

    Terry Hur

  • BYO Wine Accommodation

    Guests can bring their preferred vintage wines to pair alongside authentic Italian entrees and wood-fired pizzas.

    Have been there many times with friends and family and the food is always exceptional. Great that it’s a BYO wine .

    Leah Verinder

Beloved signature mains and starters praised by our guests

  • House-made Pumpkin Agnolotti

    In particular their house made pumpkin agnolotti was really something special. Sweet and creamy pumpkin oozed out from agnolotti and went well with buttery sauce.

    Terry Hur

  • Capricciosa Pizza

    we had the pesto pasta and the Capricciosa and they were absolutely delicious! The pesto was herbacious and the pizza had the perfect base and sauce.

    Janvi Mistry

  • Calamari Fritti

    We started with calamari fritti served with red wine dipping sauce (a must-have for us)

    Karen

  • Rump Steak

    beautifully cooked barramundi and rump steak (medium rare), both from the lunch specials menu.

    Ryan

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate dining moments into lasting memories

  • Spontaneous Anniversary Treats

    Staff overheard an upcoming 54th wedding anniversary mention and brought out an unexpected complimentary treat for the couple.

  • Sparkler Dessert Presentation

    Anniversary celebrations are marked with a thoughtful presentation of dessert served with a sparkler at the table.

  • Welcoming Late Arrivals

    Staff welcomed guests arriving just thirty minutes before closing and insisted they sit down and enjoy a full meal unhurried.

  • Attentive Birthday Care

    Guests visiting for birthdays receive attentive accommodations and personalized touches even during high-pressure periods following major holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the restaurant have water views?

Il Lago features scenic lakeside views from inside the dining room and outdoor seating overlooking the water.

Can you book a table in advance?

Yes, the restaurant accepts reservations for lunch and dinner, making it suitable for family gatherings, celebrations, and larger parties.

Can you bring your own wine (BYO)?

Yes, guest reviews note that bringing your own wine (BYO wine) is permitted alongside their beverage menu.

Where should you park when visiting?

Guests note that local parking can get very congested during peak periods. Street parking and parking lots are available nearby, with visitors recommending the underground parking in the adjacent Market Town precinct if immediate bays are full.

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