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Il Desiderio

4/192 Brandon Park Dr, Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

Recommended by 41 people

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4/192 Brandon Park Dr, Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia

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+61 3 9545 3720
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Il Desiderio

Tucked into Wheelers Hill, this neighborhood Italian joint delivers blistering woodfired pizza and scratch pasta without the city trek. Thin, charred bases come out fast with airy crusts, while regulars point to the foil-wrapped spaghetti al cartoccio—steamed with fresh mussels and clams in garlicky white wine. Tables fill quickly for family milestones, mid-week Negronis, and casual BYO dinners alongside Wednesday night live jazz.

  • Woodfired Pizza & Scratch Pasta: Pizzas emerge from the oven with thin centers and blistered, airy cornicione crusts alongside fresh handmade pasta.
  • Live Wednesday Jazz: Wednesday evenings bring live jazz bands to accompany dinner service.
  • BYO Friendly: Diners can bring their own wine bottles for a modest AU$10 corkage alongside the house drinks list.
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Why Choose Il Desiderio

Discover why Wheelers Hill locals choose Il Desiderio for authentic Italian dining, lively jazz, and memorable family gatherings.

  • Authentic Woodfired Pizza with Crisp Crusts

    Artisanal woodfired pizzas crafted with light, blistered bases and fresh toppings deliver classic Italian quality close to home.

    One of the best woodfired pizzas I’ve had! The base was light, crispy, and full of authentic flavor.

    Ashish Patel

  • Specialty Foil-Wrapped Seafood Cartoccio

    Traditional seafood spaghetti cartoccio arrives foil-wrapped and expertly steamed with mussels and clams in white wine garlic sauce.

    the flavourful spaghetti cartoccio which comes foil-wrapped and expertly cooked with fresh mussels and clams in an intensely flavourful white wine garlic sauce.

    JY

  • Effortless Milestone Celebrations

    Attentive staff and accommodating coordination make birthday parties and milestone family gatherings seamless and worry-free.

    shima was so easy and flexible with all the details. Food was amazing!! Service was exceptional and all my guests couldn’t stop talking about how good were the pizza

    Cheryl Lok

  • Reliable Large Group Hosting

    Large group tables are managed with prompt service and welcoming hospitality, accommodating parties smoothly even during peak hours.

    Kudos to the team for running a tight ship - our party of 11 got fully served within 15 minutes of ordering at the height of the first dinner service.

    JY

  • Wednesday Night Live Jazz Sessions

    Mid-week diners enjoy an elevated casual atmosphere accompanied by live jazz performances every Wednesday night.

    Amazing food, outstanding service, great atmosphere and sublime Jazz on Wednesday nights!

    Karthik Satishkumar

  • Welcoming Vibe with Flexible BYO Wine

    A vibrant dining room pairs warm hospitality with the convenience of bringing preferred wines for a modest corkage fee.

    Attentive and helpful staff. Cheap corkage fee of AU$10. Great pizza.

    Jonathan Burke

Authentic woodfired pizzas and scratch-made pasta favorites

  • Spaghetti al Cartoccio

    the flavourful spaghetti cartoccio which comes foil-wrapped and expertly cooked with fresh mussels and clams in an intensely flavourful white wine garlic sauce.

    JY

  • Pumpkin Ravioli with Burnt Butter

    Oh and the pumpkin ravioli with burnt butter is stellar.

    Michael H

  • Queen Margherita Pizza

    Ordered the Queen Margherita and a prosciutto pizza, both came out beautifully charred with that perfect woodfired finish.

    DJ ishtah Official

  • Beef Ragu

    Their beef ragu was rich and tender, it went really well with the pasta that we chose.

    Nanling Liu

Other favorites

Handcrafted desserts and aperitifs to complement your dining experience

  • Italian Style Vanilla Slice

    Italian style vanilla slice - OMG!!!

    Lew Satur

  • Tiramisu

    Tonight I had the tiramisu which was light and a real pick me up.

    Michael H

  • Negroni

    Make wonderful negroni.

    Michael H

  • Pannacotta with Berries

    The pannacotta with berries is creamy & yummylicious.

    Deepali Gosavi

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and distinctive experiences at Il Desiderio

  • Wednesday Night Live Jazz Band

    Wednesday dinner sessions feature live jazz music performed at the front of the restaurant, pairing mid-week dining with live musical atmosphere.

  • Accessible BYO Wine with Modest Corkage

    Guests are welcome to bring their own wine with a modest $10 corkage fee, providing flexibility alongside the in-house wine and cocktail list.

  • Bag-Cooked Spaghetti Cartoccio Presentation

    Seafood pasta (spaghetti al cartoccio) is baked and presented in a sealed bag and foil wrap with fresh clams and mussels to lock in intense aromatics.

  • Off-Menu Customization for Dietary Needs

    The kitchen and front-of-house team readily tailor off-menu dishes and accommodate specific dietary restrictions and last-minute requests.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, event nights, and beverage options for your visit to Il Desiderio.

  • Book Ahead for Peak Services

    The dining room gets busy and seating can feel tight on peak evenings, so book well ahead—especially for large parties or celebrations.

  • Catch Live Jazz on Wednesday Evenings

    Visit on a Wednesday night if you want to pair authentic pizza and pasta with live jazz band performances.

  • Take Advantage of BYO Wine

    Bring your own favorite bottle for an AU$10 corkage fee, or pick up wine around the corner if you prefer not ordering from the in-house list.

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