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Birichino Cucina & Pizzeria

355 Whitehorse Rd, Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

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355 Whitehorse Rd, Balwyn VIC 3103, Australia

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+61 3 9888 6633
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Birichino Cucina & Pizzeria

At Birichino Cucina & Pizzeria, Whitehorse Road regulars gather for wood-fired crusts and honest bowls of pasta straight from the open kitchen. The front workshop puts the pizzaiolo center stage, stretching dough and pulling hot pies beside bubbling pans of handmade tagliatelle. Families pack the long tables for baptism lunches and milestone birthdays, trusting the accommodating set menus and spirited Italian hospitality to keep every guest happy. For neighborhood diners slipping in before an evening film, the room delivers comforting staples without fuss—from potato and cheese croquettes to rich Parmigiana di Melanzane. Order the spaghetti al cartoccio, baked inside a parchment pouch to trap every drop of savory seafood steam.

  • Open workshop kitchen: An open kitchen workshop lets guests watch the pizzaiolo stretch dough and bake pies right at the front of the dining room.
  • Celebration-ready hosting: Accommodating set menus and charismatic, family-led hospitality anchor baptisms, milestone birthdays, and large celebrations.
  • Spaghetti al cartoccio: Spaghetti and rich seafood sauce baked and served inside an aromatic parchment pouch that locks in heat.
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Why Diners Choose Birichino Cucina & Pizzeria

From celebratory family milestones to pre-theatre dining and open kitchen craftsmanship on Whitehorse Road.

  • Milestone Celebrations Built for Italian Families

    Birichino caters baptism lunches, milestone birthdays, and large family celebrations with attentive hosting and adaptable set menus that please generations of traditional diners.

    We had my daughter baptism on Sunday and the place was full of 35 Italians, who could not stop praising the quality of the food.

    Gerard Gargano

  • Accommodating Private Event Hosting

    From dedicated party coordination to private birthday gatherings, the staff accommodates multi-course feasts while ensuring every guest feels welcomed.

    would highly recommend Birichino to anyone seeking a space for a private function

    G M

  • Open Workshop Kitchen Craftsmanship

    Diners watching the dining floor have a direct front-row view of the pizzaiolo stretching dough and chefs working at the open kitchen counter.

    Sitting in any table you have a wonderful view of the workshop-like kitchen where you can see the chef cooking and the ”pizzaiolo” making pizzas.

    Amy “Ilsassowithlove”

  • Specialty Pasta al Cartoccio

    Specialty seafood pastas baked in a traditional parchment pouch seal in rich juices, steaming fresh aromatics directly at the table upon opening.

    rich and abundant seafood sauce and perfectly al dente spaghetti were served in a sort of basket (the cartoccio, appunto), which kept the content nice and warm for a long time.

    Agnese Bresin

  • Seamless Pre-Cinema Dining

    Conveniently located for early evening seatings, the kitchen delivers fast, attentive service and quality dining before movie screenings.

    Dropped in for a quick meal before the movies & so glad we did. It was warm, cosy & welcoming, the service was excellent

    Glenda Deoki

  • Paced Early Evening Service

    Unpretentious early dinner service allows local moviegoers to enjoy freshly prepared pasta and crisp salads with prompt pacing on their way out.

    Stopped in for dinner here on our way to the movies. Not from the area and didn’t know what to expect but was very pleased! Lovely welcoming staff, unpretentious and quick service.

    Claudia

Signature pasta, artisanal pizzas, and celebratory feast options

  • Private Function Set Menu

    We hosted our daughter’s baptism lunch here. The set menu was perfect, all our guests loved the food and the staff were so helpful and accommodating

    Stefanie Paraskevas

  • Spaghetti al Cartoccio

    And my spaghetti was to die for: rich and abundant seafood sauce and perfectly al dente spaghetti were served in a sort of basket (the cartoccio, appunto), which kept the content nice and warm for a long time.

    Agnese Bresin

  • Parmigiana di Melanzane

    The Parmigiana di Melanzane was very good - rich, comforting, and full of flavor.

    Happy Fatty

  • Mushroom Truffle Pizza

    We got the mushroom truffle pizza which was possibly the most well-balanced muchroom truffle pizzas i ever had - the truffle did not dominate and overpower all the flavours which was impressive.

    Sally Smith

Other favorites

Handcrafted Italian starters and sweet finishes to round out your dinner

  • Tiramisu

    We didn't need the tiramisu, but it was so delicious we had to eat it!

    H Leonard

  • Cannoli

    I also really liked the cannoli

    Happy Fatty

  • Potato, Cheese and Truffle Croquettes

    We started off what the potato, cheese and truffle croquettes, which I’d highly recommend.

    Andrew Goulding

  • Nutella Pizza

    We also indulged in a dessert - Nutella pizza topped with vanilla ice cream. Very satisfying!

    Agnese Bresin

Beyond the menu

Distinctive kitchen touches, traditional preparations, and personalized family hosting that elevate dining at Birichino.

  • Front Workshop Kitchen and Pizzaiolo Craft

    Diners enjoy an open workshop view where you can watch the chefs cook and the pizzaiolo prepare and bake pizzas right at the front of the dining room.

  • Parchment-Enclosed Al Cartoccio Preparation

    Traditional pasta specialties like spaghetti al cartoccio are baked and presented in a heat-trapping parchment pouch that keeps the seafood sauce piping hot throughout the meal.

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Crust and Pasta Options

    The kitchen prepares both gluten-free pasta and gluten-free pizza crust options, serving dietary-conscious guests alongside the regular handmade pasta and pizza menu.

  • Tailored Hosting for Milestone Celebrations

    Hosts and staff tailor milestone lunches and birthday parties with accommodating set menus, warm personal hosting, and personalized touches for family celebrations.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on reservations, parking, and dietary options for an effortless visit.

  • Reserve Ahead for Prime Evening Slots

    The dining room fills up rapidly on peak nights, so reserving a table ahead of time is recommended. If visiting on a Saturday without a booking, arriving early increases your chances of getting seated quickly.

  • Utilize Nearby Side Streets for Parking

    Dinner spots along Whitehorse Road can get busy on weekend evenings around 7 PM; plan to check adjacent side streets if front street parking is taken.

  • Gluten-Free Crust and Pasta Options Available

    The kitchen provides dedicated gluten-free crusts and pasta alternatives across their regular pizza and pasta offerings without sacrificing flavor.

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