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Little Truffle

2444 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

Recommended by 44 people

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2444 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

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+61 7 5526 5033
HoursMonday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Little Truffle

Mermaid Beach hides an unpretentious culinary powerhouse built for lingering dates and unhurried milestones. Low lighting, velvet textures, and live piano notes set a relaxed, romantic hum across the dining room. Diners make a beeline for the Moreton Bay bug and prawn tortellini—sweet shellfish encased in handmade pasta and balanced by a sharp, creamy reduction. Multi-course menus arrive with surprisingly hearty servings, and the floor team will readily box up remaining courses if you overcommit. Between complimentary celebration treats, savory beef tartare, and delicate zucchini flowers, courses unfold at an easy clip, winding down over considered mocktails and well-extracted coffee.

  • Standout Tortellini: Sweet crustacean filling encased in tender pasta and balanced with a rich, tangy sauce.
  • Generous Portions: Multi-course dining with generous portions and accommodating takeaway packing for unfinished plates.
  • Intimate Dinner Ambience: Dim lighting and live piano performances that foster relaxed, easy conversation.
  • Milestone Celebrations: Thoughtful touches like complimentary desserts and antipasto platters for anniversaries and birthdays.
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Why Choose Little Truffle

Discover why diners choose Little Truffle for romantic celebrations and curated dining on the Gold Coast.

  • Signature Moreton Bay Bug & Prawn Tortellini

    Handmade bug and prawn filling pairs with a balanced, rich sauce as the standout culinary highlight of the tasting menu.

    From the melt in your mouth bug and prawn signature tortellini accompanied by a super balanced bur-blank

    Corey Holburg

  • Generous Portions with Takeaway Care

    Multi-course dining is served in substantial portions, with servers readily boxing uncompleted courses to take home.

    The 4 course portions are big, so go with an appetite

    Leena

  • Unrushed Intimacy Without Distractions

    Atmosphere and table arrangement allow couples to converse effortlessly without acoustic strain or intrusive distractions.

    the atmosphere was so that the focus kept on your partner without visual distractions elsewhere

    KMS

  • Thoughtfully Pampered for Special Occasions

    Thoughtful anniversary and birthday touches, like complimentary surprise plates, make couples feel genuinely pampered.

    We would also like to thank the chef for the lovely surprise of a complimentary antipasto platter for our anniversary.

    AK Dennis

  • Live Piano Background Ambience

    Live piano performances accompany the dining room, providing an acoustic backdrop suited to romantic dates.

    The live piano also made a fantastic touch to the ambience as well :))

    Slime

  • Moody, Intimate Dining Room Atmosphere

    Moody illumination and warm decor establish an unpretentious, sophisticated backdrop for evening dining.

    The vibe here is incredible, with moody lighting and an intimate atmosphere that makes it ideal for a romantic evening.

    na

The restaurant's most celebrated signature dishes and multi-course highlights

  • Moreton Bay Bug and Prawn Tortellini

    their Tortellini was definitely me and my friend's favourite dish! The tartness of the sauce hits you FAST, but the moreton bay bug and prawn filling cuts in, nourishing your taste buds

    Py

  • Beef Tartare

    The beef tartare was soul warming!

    Nafisa Anwar

  • Chicken Ballotine

    the chicken ballotine was oh my my

    Nafisa Anwar

  • Angus Beef Fillet

    Angus Beef Fillet, both were some of the best mains we've tasted in a while, perfect

    Nigel

Other favorites

Conclude your dining experience with house-crafted desserts and artisan cheese courses

  • Vanilla Panna Cotta

    Vanilla Panna Cotta and Raspberry Souffle, with the Panna Cotta been the winner of the two for us

    Nigel

  • Cheese Platter

    they insisted we took it home and packed it for us

    Leena

  • Raspberry Souffle

    Raspberry Souffle

    Nigel

  • Tiramisu

    panna cotta and tiramisu was fabulous!

    Nafisa Anwar

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and bespoke hospitality that elevate milestone celebrations

  • Thoughtful Anniversary & Birthday Surprises

    Guests marking birthdays and wedding anniversaries receive surprise complimentary treats, from gifted dessert courses to complimentary antipasto platters directly from the kitchen.

  • Live Piano Performances

    Dinner service is accompanied by a live pianist, providing an atmospheric musical backdrop that allows couples to converse comfortably at a low volume.

  • Attentive Celebration Photography Assistance

    Staff go out of their way to capture milestone moments, offering to take commemorative photos and even bringing dedicated lighting to ensure great pictures.

  • Proactive Takeaway Packaging for Tasting Courses

    When multi-course tasting menus prove too substantial to finish, staff proactively pack and box uneaten courses such as cheese platters for guests to enjoy at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large are the portions on the multi-course menus?

Little Truffle is known for serving substantial, generous portions across its multi-course menus. Reviewers note you should arrive with an appetite, and staff are happy to pack uncompleted courses or items to take home.

What signature dish is a must-try?

The standout signature dish frequently praised by guests is the Moreton Bay bug and prawn tortellini, served in a rich sauce.

Can you book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations can be made, and booking in advance is a great way to secure your table, especially for celebrations or larger groups. Walk-in guests have also been welcomed when space permits.

What are the parking options nearby?

Street parking is available in the surrounding area, though guests also frequently opt for rideshares like Uber or walking. Free street parking is an option nearby.

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