Amore

Amore brings the warmth of classic Italian cooking to a beautiful setting in the middle of West End, Brisbane. Here, time-honoured recipes meet generous flavours, with a menu that leans into comfort, conviviality and the simple pleasures of good ingredients well matched.

Early temptations include a garlicky pizza crowned with fior di latte and arancini filled with beef ragù and mozzarella. Sharing is encouraged: tagliere salumi e formaggi lines up cured meats and cheeses for grazing, while parmigiana layers fried eggplant, Napoli sauce and molten mozzarella in a richly satisfying bake.

Pasta takes a star turn with homemade Gnocchi Sorrentina in bright tomato, grana padano and mozzarella, and a classic lasagna that folds bolognese, béchamel and cheese into a soothing staple. From the oven, Margherita is all basil and balance, while Diavola turns up the heat with spicy salami. Lighter notes arrive with a caprese salad crowned with burrata or a rocket salad dotted with pear and blue cheese.

To finish, a classic tiramisu whispers of coffee and mascarpone, while baked cheesecake lands with berry coulis. The venue can be booked for private parties, making it as fitting for milestones as for midweek suppers. Make a date with Amore, settle in, and let la dolce vita steal the scene.