Restaurant
The Italian Bistro
100 Gascoigne Rd, Birrong NSW 2143, Australia
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100 Gascoigne Rd, Birrong NSW 2143, Australia
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Tucked inside Birrong Sports Club, this neighbourhood bistro serves proper wood-fired pizza and handmade pasta without the trek into the city. Expect charred crusts alongside comforting four-cheese gnocchi and tender octopus. Families settle into long tables while kids retreat to a dedicated play nook between courses, leaving adults to finish seafood linguine over a quiet drink.
- Wood-Fired Crusts and Pasta: Wood-fired pizzas emerge with blistered crusts alongside rich bowls of gnocchi and seafood linguine.
- Club Comfort for Big Groups: Tucked inside the sports club, the casual dining room handles multi-family birthdays and milestone feasts with ease.
- In-Bistro Play Corner: A designated children's play area lets parents relax over dinner while keeping an eye on the little ones.
What's On at The Italian Bistro
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose The Italian Bistro
Why Western Sydney locals and families choose The Italian Bistro for authentic dining and group milestones
City-Standard Italian in Western Sydney
Diners enjoy authentic Italian fare such as wood-fired pizzas, hearty gnocchi, and seafood pastas locally without needing to commute into central city dining districts.
no need to travel all the way to the city or other suburbs anymore
Cady Tran Lam Authentic Trattoria-Style Cooking
Dishes reflect traditional trattoria technique, from house-made pasta to blistered pizza crusts served fresh from the wood-fired oven.
The wood-fired pizza had the perfect char, and the pasta tasted as though it came straight from a Roman trattoria.
VinceP DC Effortless Multi-Family Celebrations
The welcoming club setting easily accommodates large family parties, multi-generational groups, and milestone birthdays with attentive coordination.
We recently had a shared birthday with 6 families and the service and food was top notch.
Tony Gabriel Distinguished Family Care
Hospitality team members deliver personal, gracious service that makes guests celebrating milestones feel genuinely valued.
Finally, the staff are FANTASTIC, and look after us like we’re distinguished guests.
Helen Thompson Dedicated Children's Play Space
A built-in play space inside the dining venue entertains little ones safely within sight while parents relax over dinner.
There is a small kids area in the restaurant which is great it keeps the kids occupied and you can also also keep an eye on them.
Anusha Ramgoolam Relaxed Community Sports Club Setting
Set conveniently within Birrong Sports Club, the bistro pairs high-grade dining with relaxed local club amenities and approachable suburban ease.
Even though it is located in the Birrong sports club the food is actually amazing and the service is great too.
Zee
Most popular items
Signature pizzas and pastas praised by local diners
Pescatore Linguine
I had the Pescatore linguine and added a little bit of chilli oil and Palmerson for extra taste. It was superb.
Zee Gnocchi with 4 Cheeses
The gnocci with 4 cheeses was exceptional.
Peter Abood Potato Pizza
My goodness the potato pizza… best I’ve ever had!
Catherine Tempone Arrabbiata
the Arrabbiata had a solid spicy kick and was nicely balanced with fresh herbs.
Daniel K
Other favorites
Starters, sides, desserts, and family favorites to complete your meal
Arancini Balls
arancini balls with the sauce are great
Kerrie W Pistachio Tiramisu
Pistachio tirumisu was delightfully delicious.
Peter Abood Cheesy Garlic Bread
cheesy garlic bread and pizza very delicious
Jenny Petinos Kids Schnitzel
Even the kids snitz was proper old school crumbed!
Catherine Tempone
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I book a table in advance?
Yes, reservations are accepted and highly recommended, as the bistro can get very busy and tables fill quickly for popular meal times.
Where is the bistro located inside the venue?
The Italian Bistro is located inside the Birrong Sports Club (part of the Bankstown RSL group), and diners walk through the club premises to reach the dining room.
How generous are the portion sizes?
Portion sizes are notably generous across pasta dishes, mains, and shared platters, making them well-suited for hearty appetites or sharing.
Is there entertainment or a play area for young children?
Yes, the dining area includes a small dedicated children's play area to keep young kids occupied during dinner.
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