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La Calabrese Italian Restaurant Lunch and Dinner

Level 1/86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 51 people

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Find La Calabrese Italian Restaurant Lunch and Dinner

Level 1/86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 7 5683 0605
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About La Calabrese Italian Restaurant Lunch and Dinner

Elevated over the Esplanade, this stylish dining room pairs panoramic views of Surfers Paradise beach with unapologetic southern Italian cooking. Diners head here for the wood oven—turning out blistered, airy crusts topped with house marinara, mortadella, or fresh burrata. Pasta is made on premises and pulled strictly al dente, from rich paccheri alla genovese to slow-braised pappardelle. Expect genuine ospitalità from staff chatting away with Italian accents while classic tunes drift through the room. Lasagne night delivers hearty layered portions poured with proper wine, followed by a chilled espresso alongside house tiramisù.

  • Wood-Fired Pizza: Airy, blistered crusts baked hot and crisp, balanced with quality Italian ingredients like mortadella and burrata.
  • Handmade Pasta: Every batch rolled on premises and cooked strictly al dente, including paccheri alla genovese and bolognese ribbons.
  • Lasagne Night: A dedicated dining special serving hearty, rich portions of layered pasta paired with glasses of wine.
  • Beachfront Views: Direct dining room window sightlines looking out over the sand and coastal surf along the Esplanade.
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Why Dine at La Calabrese

Handmade pasta, wood-oven pizza, and genuine hospitality overlooking the Surfers Paradise shoreline.

  • Fresh House-Made Pasta Cooked Perfectly Al Dente

    Chefs craft fresh pasta in-house daily, cooked to exact al dente texture and paired with slow-simmered sauces.

    All pasta freshly made on premises and cooked perfectly Al-Dente.

    Antonio. “ITA” L

  • Artisanal Wood-Oven Pizza with Light, Crisp Crust

    Pizzas emerge from the oven with remarkably light, crispy, and authentic crusts complemented by traditional Italian toppings.

    the wood oven pizza was the absolute best and lightest I’ve ever had

    Demi

  • Elevated Coastline Views Over Surfers Paradise Beach

    Guests enjoy expansive, elevated panoramic views looking right out over Surfers Paradise beach and the Gold Coast shoreline.

    Great spot with a stunning view of Surfer Paradise beach, and that alone adds a special charm.

    Yevhen Geknay

  • Polished Coastal Ambiance with Authentic Italian Charm

    The dining room blends polished, contemporary decor with curated Italian background music for genuine overseas charm.

    Excellent Italian music playing in the background to add more Italian charm to the meal.

    Danny Breen

  • Regional Italian Cooking Validated by Native Diners

    Italian guests and food enthusiasts validate dishes made with classic technique that rival meals experienced in Italy.

    As a proud Calabrese, I can honestly say you won’t leave this place disappointed.

    Maria Gloria De Caria

  • Thoughtful and Welcoming Hospitality

    Warm, knowledgeable hosts and waitstaff provide attentive guidance on dishes and wines while ensuring guests feel completely welcomed.

    She made us feel welcome and well looked after without being intrusive.

    Elizaveta Oleksiuk

Handcrafted pasta and authentic wood-fired specialties

  • Wood oven pizza

    the wood oven pizza was the absolute best and lightest I’ve ever had

    Demi

  • Lasagne

    Delicious lasagne and wine. Staff were very good and most spoke with Italian accents. This restaurant is certainly authentic!

    d m

  • Pappardelle bolognaise

    My partner and I shared the pappardelle bolognaise and the mamma mia pizza and we both agree it was the best Italian food we’ve ever had.

    Lucy May

  • Pacchero Genovese

    Freshly made pasta and sauce. All I can say the service was friendly and welcoming and the food is simply the best

    Laila Taylor

Other favorites

Classic antipasti, starters, and desserts to complete your meal

  • Arancini

    all of the food is amazing and completely faultless

    Hannah Kandelaki

  • Tiramisù

    For dessert I ordered my all time favourite, a Tiramisù which I rate it 8.5/10 definitely would get it again

    Antonio. “ITA” L

  • Gnocco fritto

    Ordered the Gnocco fritto with mortadella & prosciutto… was AMAZINGLY GOOD

    Antonio. “ITA” L

  • Cannoli

    all of the food is amazing and completely faultless

    Hannah Kandelaki

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and authentic details that elevate your dining experience in Surfers Paradise.

  • Attentive Window Seating for Solo Diners

    Even during busy lunch seatings, hosts coordinate window-side placement facing the beach so solo diners can comfortably enjoy coastline views and oceanfront events.

  • Complimentary Artisan Bread & Oil Pairings

    Guests are welcomed with quality table bread accompanied by house olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and chilli oil to begin their meal.

  • Direct Chef Hospitality & Recommendations

    Chefs step in to help guests navigating the carpark and take time to connect personally, steering diners toward authentic dining choices.

  • Curated Italian Background Music

    Dining rooms feature authentic Italian background music, creating an immersive, charming cultural atmosphere that elevates meals and casual visits alike.

Before you head over

Practical planning advice for dining at La Calabrese

  • Reserve a Window Table for Coastal Views

    Request a table by the windows to take advantage of direct, elevated views of Surfers Paradise beach and the coastline during lunch or early evening.

  • Lean on Staff for Menu Guidance

    With a focused selection rather than an overwhelming multi-page menu, consult knowledgeable floor staff for tailored dish and wine recommendations.

  • Pace Your Meal to Save Room for Dessert

    Portions of freshly made pasta and wood-oven pizzas are hearty and satisfying, so plan your courses carefully if you want to leave room for dessert like tiramisu.

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