Ciao Papi Menu, and Updated Prices In Australia 2024 (Italian Restaurant)

A beloved Italian restaurant in Australia, offers a delightful array of dishes that capture the essence of Italian cuisine. Located on the Rivershed deck in Brisbane, Ciao Papi is known for its warm environment and riverfront views. The restaurant’s menu features a variety of options, including an à la carte menu, group dining selections, and special event offerings. With dishes like handmade gnocchi and woodfired pizzas, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re planning a casual meal or a special celebration, it provides a memorable dining experience.

Ciao Papi Italian Restaurant Menu, and Updated Prices 2024

Guests can choose from the following categories:

Let’s explore the details of each category:

ALA CARTE MENU

STUZZICHINI

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Ostriche	Oyster – Natural or Nduja dressing	6/6.5 ea
Focaccia	House-made rosemary focaccia with extra virgin olive oil & balsamic	8 ea
Olive marinate	Mixed marinated olives	10 ea
Capesante gratinate	Baked scallop with pangrattato, lemon, herbs	9 ea
Arancini	House-made arancini with aioli	8 ea
Carciofi e ricotta	Crispy artichokes, whipped ricotta, salsa verde	7 ea

ANTIPASTI

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Pizza all’aglio	Woodfired garlic bread with oregano	15
Affettati misti	Selection of cold cuts with woodfired bread	36
Carpaccio di manzo	Beef carpaccio, pickled mushrooms, parmigiano, chives	26
Insalata di agrumi	Mixed leaves, citrus fruits, candied walnuts, mint	25
Crudo di spada	Raw thinly sliced swordfish, orange, bronze fennel, chilli	28
Burrata	Local soft cheese with sweet and sour cipollini, saffron	26
Calamari fritti	Fried calamari with pepper, aioli	27

PASTA

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Low Gluten option available		+$2
Penne al ragù di maiale	Short tubular pasta with Italian pork sausage ragu, chilli	30
Linguine ai gamberi	Long pasta with prawn, roasted peppers, pistachio, chilli, chives	32
Gnocchi cacio e pepe con pancetta	Handmade gnocchi, creamy pecorino, black pepper, crispy pancetta	31
Strozzapreti al pesto di zucchine	Twisted short pasta with zucchini, Tuscan cabbage, garlic, chilli, sage	29
Risotto ai funghi	Local mushrooms risotto, parmesan, chives	30
Rotolo di ricotta e agnello	Lamb, spinach & ricotta in pasta sheets with truffle pecorino	38

PIZZA

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$ C/N
Choose between ‘Crispy thin’ or ‘Napoli’ base pizzas Low Gluten option available Vegan cheese option available		+6 +4
Margherita	Tomato, fior di latte, basil	24/26
San Daniele	Tomato, fior di latte, prosciutto, rocket, parmesan	27/29
Moreton Bay	Bugs, chilli, fior di latte, lemon oil	28/30
Romana	Fior di latte, scamorza affumicata, flamed capsicum, porchetta	28/30

SECONDI

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Pesce del giorno	Market fish with celeriac puree, charred radicchio, gremolata	MP
Bistecca ai ferri	280g Chargrilled sirloin MB3+ with broad leaf rocket, lemon	46
Maiale alla griglia	Woodfired pork neck with grilled apple, house-made chilli jam	38
Brasato con patate	Beef braised in red wine served with rosemary potatoes	45
Stinco di vitello (serves 2-3 people)	Whole Veal shank, saffron risotto, gremolata	120
Bistecca alla fiorentina (serves 2-3 people)	800g wood roasted Jack’s Creek Wagyu T-Bone	125

CONTORNI

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Insalata di rucola	Pear, broad leaf rocket, hazelnuts	16
Caponata di verdure	Sicilian sautéed capsicum, zucchini, eggplant, celery, pine nuts, sultanas	16
Verdure al vapore	Steamed greens, capers, lemon dressing	16
Patate fritte	Shoestring fries with aioli	14

DOLCI

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Tiramisu	House-made tiramisu	16
Tartufo di Pizzo	Chocolate & hazelnut gelato with chocolate powder	16
Panna cotta	Vanilla bean panna cotta, chocolate crisps, pistachio, seasonal fruit	16
Sorbetto al limone	Lemon sorbet with Campari orange, honeycomb	14
Affogato	Vanilla gelato with coffee and Noisetto	17

BAMBINO

Dish	Description	Prices in AU$
Pasta al pomodoro	Pasta with Napoli sauce	16
Pizza topolino	Tomato and cheese pizza	16
Pollo panato	Crumbed chicken tenderloins with chips	16
Gelato	Vanilla gelato	7

Group Menu

Option	Description	Prices in AU$
Italian Feast (Share style)		68 per person
– Antipasto misto	Italian cold cuts, pickled chilli, house marinated olives, warm woodfired bread
– Crispy artichokes	Alla Romana style, local ricotta, parsley
– Twisted short pasta	With zucchini, Tuscan cabbage, chilli, sage
– Main Course Options
– Braised beef in red wine
– Chargrilled sirloin MB3+	(Additional 8 per person – must be taken by the whole table)	+ 8 per person
– Rosemary kipfler potatoes
– Pear, broadleaf rocket, hazelnuts
– Dessert	Vanilla bean panna cotta, chocolate crisp, pistachio, seasonal fruit
Upgrades (For the whole table)
– Fresh oyster, lemon	2 pieces per person	9 per person
– Crispy calamari, aioli		9 per person
– Arancini	1 piece per person	8 per person
– Margherita pizza		8 per person

Payment Method	Surcharge
EFTPOS	0%
Debit Card	0.5%
Credit Card, Amex & JCB	1.25%
Diners	1.6%
UnionPay Credit	1.8%
UnionPay Debit	0.8%
Sunday Surcharge	10%
Public Holiday Surcharge	15%

Father’s Day 1st September offer

Use this link for BOOKINGS:https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/ciaopapi/fathers-day-2024-6480421788024832

Event	Details
Festa del Papà at Ciao Papi (Father’s day)
Date	Sunday, 1st September
Description	Join us at Ciao Papi on Sunday 1st September to celebrate Father’s Day with classic Italian flavours and sundown spritzes.
Menu Options	Choose from all your favorites on the à la carte menu or opt for the Italian feast banquet.
Special Dish	Chef’s Father’s Day dish of braised short rib, fig agrodolce and oregano
Price of Special Dish	AU$55
Surcharge	Subject to 10% Sunday Surcharge

Ciao Papi Events Locations with Images

• Seated Capacity: 180 guests
• Availability: Lunch – Monday to Friday | Dinner – Sunday to Thursday

Book exclusively for your next event and enjoy the full charm of the venue. The hire includes access to the Giardino, Nonna’s Table, the Glass House, and the Front Deck spaces, offering a unique and memorable setting for your occasion.

GLASS HOUSE

• Seated Capacity: 75 guests (including Nonna’s Table) | 55 guests (excluding Nonna’s Table)
• Availability: Lunch – Monday to Friday | Dinner – Sunday to Thursday

Papi’s waterfront glass house is ideal for corporate events and private celebrations. This air-conditioned space features chic and eclectic interiors, floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the story bridge, and a private garden for arrival drinks, making it a venue to remember.

NONNA’S TABLE

• Seated Capacity: 20 guests
• Availability: Lunch – Friday to Sunday | Dinner – Monday to Sunday

Nonna’s Table is a semi-private dining area within the Glass House that opens out onto the Giardino. Perfect for smaller groups, it comfortably seats up to 20 guests, providing an intimate setting for your gathering.

Location, Opening Hours, Contact Information and Gift Cards

Category	Details
Restaurant Location	Located on the Rivershed deck at the New Farm end of the precinct.
Phone	07 3188 9090
Address	5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City, QLD 4000 (Access to Ciao Papi is also available via the lift from Bowen Terrace near Wilson Outlook Reserve.)
Email	[email protected]
Opening Hours	Monday – Sunday: 12pm – late
Gift Cards	Give the gift of pizza, pasta, vino and riverfront views using this link: https://www.ciaopapi.com.au/gift-cards

Conclusion

This is is a fantastic choice for those looking to enjoy authentic Italian flavors in a beautiful riverside setting. The restaurant’s diverse menu, from classic pizzas to decadent desserts, caters to all tastes. Don’t miss their special events and seasonal offerings for a unique dining experience.