The Ekka only comes around once a year. Why settle for crowded food courts when you can enjoy one of Brisbane’s most loved Italian dining experiences?
This Ekka Week (8–16 August), step away from the hustle and discover the charm of IL Posto Italian Restaurant & Bar at Paddington Central.
Whether you’re heading to the Brisbane Showgrounds, exploring the city, or simply enjoying a well-earned day off, IL Posto offers the perfect place to relax with authentic Italian food, handcrafted cocktails, premium wines and genuine hospitality.
Just minutes from the Brisbane CBD and the Ekka, we’re inviting you to make IL Posto part of your Ekka tradition.
🍝Authentic Italian food. Premium hospitality. Exclusive Ekka Week offers.
Celebrate Ekka Week with Exclusive Offers
We’ve created three special reasons to visit during Ekka Week, making it even easier to gather your family, friends or colleagues around the table.
👨👩👧Kids Eat FREE
Bring the family and enjoy quality time together while children 12 years and under receive a FREE Kids Meal with every adult main meal purchased.
No rushing through food courts. No overpriced carnival meals. Just authentic Italian dining everyone will enjoy.
🍨FREE Scoop of Gelato or Sorbet
Every guest dining with us during Ekka Week receives a complimentary scoop of Italian gelato or refreshing sorbet.
It’s the perfect sweet ending to your Italian feast.
🥖FREE Garlic Bread with Every Online Order
Planning a quiet night at home after the Ekka?
Order directly from IL Posto and receive FREE Garlic Bread with every online order throughout Ekka Week.
Freshly prepared pizza, pasta and Italian favourites delivered with a little extra from us.
The Perfect Restaurant Before or After the Ekka
If you’ve been to the Ekka before, you’ll know the feeling.
The excitement is unforgettable, but after hours of walking, rides, crowds and queues, all you really want is somewhere comfortable to sit, unwind and enjoy a proper meal.
That’s exactly what IL Posto offers.
Located in the heart of Paddington, just a short drive from the Brisbane Showgrounds, IL Posto is the ideal destination before heading to the Ekka or after the fireworks finish.
Skip the busy food courts and enjoy handcrafted pizzas, fresh pasta, premium steaks, seafood, delicious desserts and a carefully selected wine list in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
It’s dining designed to be enjoyed, not rushed.
Why Brisbane Locals Choose IL Posto
IL Posto has become one of Brisbane’s favourite Italian restaurants because we believe dining should be an experience.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll discover relaxed Italian hospitality, beautifully prepared food and attentive service that makes every visit memorable.
Whether you’re celebrating with family, catching up with friends, planning a date night or entertaining interstate visitors during Ekka Week, IL Posto delivers an experience that’s both authentic and unforgettable.
It’s the perfect choice for lunch, dinner or a relaxed evening over pizza, pasta and a glass of wine.
A Convenient Location Close to Everything
IL Posto is perfectly positioned for guests travelling from:
• Brisbane CBD
• Paddington
• Milton
• Red Hill
• Petrie Terrace
• Spring Hill
• Bardon
• Ashgrove
• Kelvin Grove
• Auchenflower
• Toowong
• South Brisbane
• West End
If you’re searching for the best Italian restaurant near the Brisbane Showgrounds, restaurants open during Ekka Week, Italian restaurant Paddington, pizza near me, pasta near me, or where to eat before or after the Ekka, IL Posto is only minutes away.
Make the Most of Your Ekka Week
Whether you’re visiting the Ekka with the kids, meeting friends in the city or enjoying Brisbane’s public holiday atmosphere, make your meal part of the celebration.
Take advantage of our exclusive Ekka Week offers, enjoy authentic Italian flavours and experience why so many locals continue to choose IL Posto for family dining, date nights and special occasions.
Our kitchen will be preparing your favourite Italian dishes all week, our team will be ready to welcome you, and our bar will be pouring your favourite wines and cocktails.
All that’s missing is your booking.
Reserve Early
Ekka Week is one of Brisbane’s busiest weeks, and tables fill quickly—especially evenings and the Ekka Public Holiday (Wednesday 12 August).
If you’re planning lunch before the show, dinner after the fireworks or a relaxed evening with family and friends, we recommend booking ahead.
If you’re staying home, don’t forget to order online and enjoy FREE Garlic Bread with every online order throughout Ekka Week.
This August, make your Ekka experience even more memorable with exceptional Italian food, warm hospitality and exclusive offers at IL Posto Italian Restaurant & Bar.
We look forward to welcoming you.