DINING RISTORANTE FELLINI

Fellini has for 17 years been one of the Coast’s leading restaurants. It still is.

It has sweeping views of the Broadwater, Southport and the mountains beyond whilst snuggling alongside a flotilla of luxury boats.

Chef Richard Burt

Classy, well dressed waiters and modern décor scream ‘Italy’, while the bar at the entrance offers pre or post dining drinks.

An unsurpassed view and welcoming staff set the stage for Italian dining at its finest.

  

Despite its luxurious trappings, which include an extensive wine list, Fellini is well within the reach of the average diner. A pasta with a salad and a glass of wine is just one of many satisfying and affordable meals.

There are many interesting entrees but it is hard to go past the Alaskan crab served with Beluga Caviar,finely chopped egg white, crumbled egg yolk, baby capers, gerkin, lemon wedges and crisp toasted bread.

Beluga Caviar

Known for its innovative Italian dishes the latest addition to the menu is the Patagonian toothfish, only recently removed from the endangered list.

Patagonian Toothfish

Firm, white-fleshed and moist this cold water fish is among the denizens of the Antarctic deep.Teamed with artichokes and roasted cherry tomatoes, it is beautifully presented and served with a large bowl of salad. 

The fish is perfectly complemented by a Tiefenbrunner 2011 Pinot Grigio from Italy.

A most interesting and memorable meal

Website: http://www.fellini.com.au/

Cocotte Dining

As restaurant settings go Cocotte is quite unique – basically a Japanese garden.

Under the stars in the summer and undercover during winter it is protected and warmed by clear drapes and heaters.

Owner– chef Shunichi Tanabe describes his food as a ‘unique fusion of European and Japanese culinary styles’, a combination appreciated by many a good chef and astute diners.

The menu is divided into two parts, tapas dishes and mains.

The tapas offerings are delicious with generous serves. Share among friends for a great dining experience which certainly showcases the skills of the chef.

Try spanner crab croquets with yuzu mayo; slow cooked Kurobuta pork belly with apple and fennel salad; prawn and pork dumplings with wakame salad and a chilli tomato soy sauce and Bacalhau balls- Portuguese style crumbed salted fish and potato balls with saffron aioli.

All of the mains are extremely tempting - among them an ox tail and beef cheek casserole braised for five hours in red wine and miso creating unbelievably tender meat and a mouth watering rich gravy – a delicious dish found in very few restaurants.

The Cocotte bouillabaisse, seafood poached in saffron and tomato dashi broth, is flavoursome and packed with seafood.

Dessert lovers will not be disappointed.  For a light fresh ending to what is always a perfect meal at Cocotte try the lemon myrtle green tea panna cotta with chocolate Chantilly and fresh strawberry sauce.

Location:

Shop16a Robina Quays Shopping Centre,

Cnr Robina Parkway and Markeri St, Robina.

Phone: 5689 1366

Website: http://www.cocotte.com.au/

Opening Hours

Dinner:  Tuesday to Saturday 5–30pm to 10-30pm

Lunch: Thursday to Saturday 12-00pm to 3-00pm

Pablo Pablo - Palm Beach

As a dining destination Palm Beach has waxed and waned over the years – right now it’s waxing, big time.

Among the flag bearers have been Robbie Horley with the Palmy Café and Katie Goodwin who established Little St Kilda Rd Café and The Office.

Adding to this mix is Pablo Pablo which is rapidly establishing itself as a vibrant venue under the guidance of owner Leeroy Donily.

Paella

A casual Latin eatery and bar where the sangria flows, conversation is lively, Latin cocktails are a must   and a range of local and imported wines and beers can be enjoyed.

Churros

There are interesting mains to share including tender braised beef cheeks, slow cooked lamb and char grilled chorizo with melted manchego.

There is plenty of variety in the tapas dishes. Jamon Iberico Gran Reserva 24 month cured ham from free   range, acorn fed Iberian black pigs is just one of the excellent offerings.

The beetroot almond salad with crunchie zucchini fries is a standout and for those with a sweet tooth, the churros with a warm chocolate dipping sauce.

Young, enthusiastic and pleasant staff go a long way to making this a fun dining experience.

There is live music on Friday and Sunday and shared dishes add to the enjoyment, particularly the paella, while handmade wooden furniture, the recycled red flamenco bar and Spanish artworks add to the Latin atmosphere.

Like many of the Palm Beach restaurants this is a casual and delightful spot.

Pablo Pablo

5^th Avenue

Palm Beach

Opening Times

Wednesday to Sunday from 4pm. 

Lunch Friday and Sunday from 12 noon.

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