Gold Coast’s 5 Most Romantic Restaurants for Date Night

Italian with a seriously authentic flare? Sign us up right now. Gemelli Italian in Broadbeach is packed every day and night of the week for good reason. Not only is it an institution among pizza and pasta lovers on the Gold Coast, but its traditional recipes are delectable and the perfect option for couples seeking a meal to remember. Gemellini boasts a special atmosphere that doesn’t feel pretentious, allowing you to comfortably relax and bask in the company of your significant other. Warm lighting, wooden cladding and carefully exposed brickwork are combined at this establishment to give a true rustic vibe. With scrumptious antipasti, well-portioned mains, yummy desserts and a fantastic selection of wines – there isn’t much that could go wrong by booking a seat at Gemelli Italian for your special night.

Imagine sipping on a refreshing glass of champagne with your partner while looking out over glistening water as stunning yachts and boats glide by. At La Luna Dining, you don’t have to imagine, it’s a reality. A laid-back Mediterranean restaurant in Main Beach, La Luna is the perfect spot to spend the late afternoon to evening. Try a few things from their delicious menu with such a perfect range of Greek and Italian flavours. There’s plenty of fish on this mouth-watering menu, and cocktails you’ll want to savour. And let’s not forget the oysters, prepared perfectly and served in all the ways you could ask for.

Just as the name suggests, Rick Shores is the go-to restaurant for couples begging for unparalleled coastal views, with a phenomenal bonus of the Gold Coast skyline! We recommend snagging one of the window-side tables for the best eye line of the beach – however, wherever you sit in this fine-dining establishment will be an experience to remember. Taste a delectable fusion menu drawing from South and East Asia, as well as a spectacular selection of seafood and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Stay focused on the food with warm, dim lighting inside, or venture to the outdoor walk-in patio seats, the perfect option for a vino or frosty beer.

Small and intimate but packing a whopping punch in all the ways that matter. Little Truffle’s warm, dark and brooding decor is the perfect setting for a night spent with your significant other. The menu is so gorgeously special you’ll think it was made especially for your notable night. If you’ve been before, there’s reason to go again – Little Truffle has just reopened its doors with a fresh renovation after being closed for 11 months due to the light rail construction. Soak up this one-of-a-kind fine dining experience carefully curated by renowned chef and restaurateur Daniel Ridgeway and his wife Ruggie.

Prominently located on the glittering Oracle Boulevard dining precinct in Broadbeach, Orzo is a sophisticated Italian dining experience with a coastal touch. If you want a simple, fresh and absolutely local meal – Orzo’s impressive menu has the perfect Asian and native Australian ingredients to please your taste buds. There’s rigatoni, delectable wagyu sirloin, fresh seafood, mouth-watering cheeses, and a tantalus range of traditional Italian wines, cocktails and spritzes. Sit inside or outside at this elegant establishment, boasting undeniable levels of comfort and relaxation.