The Dish: $1 ramen, Jungle Crumpets and a fresh new Palm Beach kitchen – plus more Gold Coast food news
New openings, limited-time menus, bottomless feasts and one-off events – the Gold Coast food scene never sits still. The Dish is our rapid-fire wrap of the latest happenings, serving up bite-sized snippets designed to keep you in the loop and your weekend plans dangerously overcommitted. This week, we’re talking $1 ramen at Coomera, Elk Espresso’s colourful new winter menu, a fresh new health-focused kitchen at The Collective, and a few more delicious reasons to leave the house – plus more Gold Coast food news.
Score a bowl of ramen for just $1 at Motto Motto Coomera
Northern Gold Coasters with a soft spot for noodles might want to mark Saturday June 27 in their calendars. To celebrate the grand opening of its new Westfield Coomera restaurant, Motto Motto Japanese Kitchen is offering its signature Classic Tonkotsu Ramen with Pork Chashu for just $1 to the first 400 guests through the doors between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm. The celebrations don’t stop there – guests who sign up as a MyMotto Member and nominate Coomera as their preferred location will also go in the draw to win a year’s supply of free ramen.
Ube, pandan and Biscoff clouds – Elk Espresso’s colourful winter menu has landed
Elk Espresso has unveiled a vibrant new seasonal menu, headlined by the eye-catching Jungle Crumpets – house-made crumpets layered with ube custard, pandan cream, bruleed banana, fresh berries, pomegranate, coconut sorbet and curry caramel. The Broadbeach favourite is also leaning into globally trending flavours across dishes like Matcha Rice Pudding topped with Strawberry Cloud, Pumpkin Pie Panna Cotta and a Black Pudding Benedict, while winter drinks include Biscoff Cloud and Strawberry Cheesecake Cloud coffees, plus White Hot Chocolate and Hot Biscoff. If you’re visiting later in the day, Elk has also launched a new $30 weekday lunch special that includes your choice of lunch and a glass of wine, beer or soft drink, alongside new additions like a Philly Cheese Steak, Winter Soup and Salmon Noodle Curry.
The Collective adds a fresh new player to the line-up
The beauty of The Collective has always been that everyone can order exactly what they’re craving. Now, there’s an option for those chasing something a little lighter. New arrival Onda is serving up colourful bowls and salads inspired by flavours from Asia, the Mediterranean, Europe and South America, bringing a fresh, produce-driven offering to the Palm Beach dining destination. Expect dishes like Seoul Beef and Miso Salmon bowls alongside salads loaded with duck-leg red curry, crispy pork and grilled halloumi. It’s a welcome addition to The Collective’s ever-expanding mix of Italian, Asian fusion, diner classics and sweet treats.
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Dumplings, saketinis and bottomless drinks – BabyMama launches Sunday Yum Cha
Sundays at BabyMama are about to get a whole lot tastier. From June 14, the Nobby Beach favourite is rolling out a dedicated Yum Cha experience, bringing together endless dumplings, saketinis, spiked iced teas and hi-fi beats for a long, leisurely afternoon. Guests can dive into the full Yum Cha menu, opt for a banquet or settle in with a two-hour bottomless drinks package, all while soaking up BabyMama’s signature high-energy atmosphere. Running every Sunday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, it’s shaping up to be one of the coast’s most tempting new weekend rituals. Check it out.
Betty’s Burgers has launched a loaded parmi burger with the chips built right in
Betty’s Burgers is taking one of Australia’s most beloved pub classics and giving it the burger treatment. Available for a limited time, the new Loaded Parmi Burger stacks crispy chicken breast, a triple-cheese blend, bacon, fresh tomato, tomato relish and – crucially – Betty’s signature seasoned fries tucked directly inside the bun. The towering creation arrives as Australians continue to keep a close eye on the cost of dining out, offering a more wallet-friendly take on the classic chicken parmi experience. For those looking to complete the pub-style ritual, Betty’s is also serving a Parmi & Beer bundle in restaurants for $22.
The Langham is serving a truffle-laden afternoon tea for winter
If your idea of winter indulgence involves black truffle, caviar and a glass of sparkling rosé, The Langham, Gold Coast has just the thing. Available daily until August 31, Palm Court’s limited-edition Winter Truffle Afternoon Tea elevates the hotel’s signature offering with a menu dedicated to one of the season’s most coveted ingredients. Expect savoury bites like lobster croquettes topped with caviar and gold leaf, wagyu steak tartare with truffle, duck egg sandwiches with truffle and chives, and chicken-and-leek crêpes finished with black-truffle pecorino. On the sweeter side, desserts feature chocolate, hazelnut and black truffle, alongside The Langham’s signature warm scones served with whipped truffle butter, velvet cream and raspberry preserve. Each experience also includes a complimentary glass of Jansz Premium Sparkling Rosé and a curated tea selection. Available daily until August 31 for $95 per person, with bookings essential.
You Beauty is embracing its pub era for winter
You Beauty is settling into winter with The You Beauty Inn, a pub-style pop-up inspired by the classic small pubs found on city corners. Running for the next couple of months, the seasonal shift will bring a new menu, regular live music, footy on the TV, beers on tap and a few extra touches designed to make the venue feel like your favourite little local. On the food front, co-owners Matt Stone and Stephen Peak, alongside head chef Nelson Zin have created a playful take on pub classics, with new dishes including a venison Big Mac, fish pie, beer-battered pickles and a kangaroo scotch egg, while favourites like croc toast will remain in the mix. The drinks list will still hold strong, with a few more house wines joining Guinness, Grifter Pale and XXXX Gold on tap. Read more here.
There’s a new reason to book Norté on Wednesdays
If your midweek dinner rotation is feeling a little tired, Norté has a new reason to leave the house. The Nobby Beach restaurant has introduced Steak Night – a weekly offering built around the venue’s signature open-fire cooking and custom hearth. For $38, guests can settle in to enjoy a 220g Black Angus sirloin served with native chimichurri, jus, thin-cut fries and a shared condiment plate, with premium upgrade options also available for those wanting to lean fully into steakhouse mode. Think 350g Black Angus ribeye from Riverine or a 500g MB5+ wagyu sirloin from the Darling Downs, alongside extra sauces and sides designed for passing around the table. Book a table here.
Gold Coast pizzeria Freghete wins two major national pizza awards
Broadbeach Waters favourite Freghete Authentic Italian has just claimed two major honours at Australia’s Best Pizza Awards, taking home both Australia’s Best Pizza Chef of the Year and Best Creative Pizza in Australia. For owner Giammichele Laccetti, the national recognition marks a huge milestone for the small independent pizzeria, which has built a loyal following around traditional Italian techniques, quality ingredients and inventive takes on classic pizza styles. The awards shine a spotlight not only on Freghete’s craftsmanship and creativity, but also on the Gold Coast’s growing reputation as a serious player in Australia’s food scene. Want to try a slice of the award-winning pizza? Book a table here.
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!
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