Free key lime pie, Lobby After Dark and Joe’s Deli’s new outpost – plus more Gold Coast food news
A lot is happening on the Gold Coast (and surrounds) these days, it’s almost too much to keep up with. The Dish is a rapid-fire rundown of the coast’s food news – quick taster-sized tidbits to keep you in the know and, perhaps, tickle your taste buds. This week we’re talking about free pie, a new after-dark offering for a daytime fave and Joe’s Deli’s new outpost – plus more Gold Coast food news.
Free cold brew and key lime pie? Lime is taking over Mohr Cafe this Friday morning
There are very few things worth setting an alarm for before 7:00 am on a Friday, but free coffee and baked goods at one of Burleigh’s favourite cafes is absolutely one of them. This Friday May 15, Lime is taking over Mohr Cafe & Deli to celebrate the Gold Coast rollout of its next-generation LimeBikes and the launch of LimePrime, its new low-cost ride subscription. From 6:30 am, the first 200 people through the doors can score a free limited-edition lime and coconut cold brew and a piece of key lime pie, while checking out the upgraded bike fleet and grabbing 15 minutes of free rides using the code LIMEBIKEGC26. Expect the Hibiscus Haven cafe to transform into a bright-green Lime pop-up for the morning – equal parts caffeine hit, community hang and very good excuse to avoid making your own breakfast.
Cult sandwich slingers Joe’s Deli is opening a new location at Robina Town Centre
Our obsession with stacked sandwiches is showing no signs of slowing down, with cult-favourite sandwich shop Joe’s Deli confirming a fourth location is headed to Robina Town Centre this July. Landing inside The Kitchens precinct, the new outpost marks the brand’s second Gold Coast venue and continues its rapid expansion across the state. Known for stacked New York-style sandwiches, fast-paced service and a heavy dose of nostalgic diner energy, Joe’s has quickly built a loyal following for the kind of oversized, no-fuss sandwiches that require both hands and several napkins. The Robina venue is set to double down on the brand’s signature aesthetic, pairing bold flavours with a 90s-inspired fit-out designed to feel more Lower East Side deli than shopping-centre food court. And if the whispers are true, this may not be the last Joe’s Deli opening the Gold Coast sees this year. We’re drooling already!
Lobby After Dark is bringing wine, shared plates and late-night energy to Currumbin
One of Currumbin’s most community-loved cafe spaces is officially extending into the evening, with Lobby launching Lobby After Dark – a new night-time offering designed for catch-ups, casual dates and those ‘just one glass of wine’ evenings that rarely stay at one. From Thursday to Saturday, the daytime cafe shifts into a warm, intimate dinner space serving shared-style plates, house-made breads, crudos, pasta and larger dishes alongside wine and cocktails, all while holding onto the relaxed, welcoming energy that has made Lobby such a local favourite. The idea, owner Rodrigo says, is to create somewhere people can return to regularly – approachable, comfortable and built as much around connection as the food itself. Or as Lobby puts it – “the night starts here.” Book a table here.
Truffled sandwiches, lobster tartlets and Laurent-Perrier – The Langham has unveiled a new autumn afternoon tea
If your ideal afternoon involves champagne, tiny sandwiches and an alarming amount of delicate pastries, The Langham Gold Coast has just unveiled a very compelling reason to clear your calendar. Available now through to 1 June, Palm Court’s new Autumn Afternoon Tea layers classic indulgence with seasonal touches, beginning with savoury bites like Truffled Egg Duck Sandwiches and Lobster Tartlets before moving into an elegant sweet tier of apple tart, dark chocolate parfait with dulce de leche, white chocolate mousse with strawberry and lime, and yuzu curd tartlets topped with finger lime. Served alongside your choice of tea or coffee – with the option to elevate proceedings further with a glass of Laurent-Perrier champagne – it’s the kind of slow, luxurious afternoon best enjoyed with someone who also believes dessert should absolutely come in multiple courses. Reservations are essential.
Two heavyweights collide – Palette and Muso Ramen join forces for one-night-only
Two of the Gold Coast’s most respected kitchens are set to collide in a one-night-only collaboration that feels less like a dinner and more like a moment. On Saturday May 30, Palette Restaurant joins forces with cult favourite Muso Ramen for an intimate six-course experience that brings together two very different, but equally obsessive approaches to food. Expect the kind of detail Palette is known for layered over Muso’s deeply soulful ramen, we’re talking kangaroo grass flour noodles in a double chicken broth with smoked wagyu brisket, alongside a classic tonkotsu with kakuni pork, plus snacks like crab cream croquettes and wagyu shokupan to start. It’s a meeting of precision and comfort, technique and instinct – no ego, no theatrics, just seriously delicious food from two teams who care about every element on the plate. With a Japanese-inspired beverage pairing (including sake) and limited seats, this is the kind of collaboration that won’t hang around – and very likely won’t need to. Reserve your spot.
Norté turns up the heat for a Cinco de Mayo fiesta this May
Cinco de Mayo is getting the Norté treatment this year, with the venue turning up the heat for a night of fire-led cooking, live music and Latin American flair. On Friday May 1, the space will glow with marigolds and candlelight as Flamenco-Latino guitarist Camarón De La Vega sets the tone, spilling out from the dining room onto the open-air patio. The food centres on Norté’s signature open-fire approach, with Ballina king prawns cooked over the coals, finished in cacahuate salsa and brown butter and served straight from a pop-up BBQ. Drinks are just as considered, with a dedicated Paloma bar pouring hand-pressed Palomas alongside coconut chilli margaritas and lime ranch waters. With both a la carte and banquet options available, it’s a high-energy celebration built around big flavours, good music and a steady flow of cocktails. Make a booking here.
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