Restaurant
Sapori Gold Coast
Santa Cruz Village, 60 Santa Cruz Blvd, Clear Island Waters QLD 4226, Australia
Find Sapori Gold Coast
Santa Cruz Village, 60 Santa Cruz Blvd, Clear Island Waters QLD 4226, Australia
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Tucked into Clear Island Waters, Sapori turns out proper Italian woodfired pizza and handmade pasta with zero pretension. Locals crowd the outdoor tables for good reason. Start with the blistered garlic puff crust alongside paper-thin prosciutto. From there, order the ravioli delizia—finished with creamy stracciatella and balsamic drizzle—or tender house gnocchi. Crust devotees obsess over the light mother dough, while celiacs get their own scratch-made gluten-free crust without sacrificing bite. Service stays personal and easygoing across the terrace, right through to a cream-forward tiramisu.
- Handmade Pasta Staples: Standout plates include the ravioli delizia with stracciatella and balsamic drizzle alongside tender gnocchi.
- Garlic Puff Crust: Blistered starter paired with tender prosciutto, built on an airy, aerated dough base.
- Mother Dough & GF Bases: Neapolitan-style woodfired pizzas crafted with a light mother dough, plus an in-house gluten-free base.
- Relaxed Alfresco Vibe: Attentive, family-friendly hospitality across an easygoing outdoor terrace with BYO wine flexibility.
What's On at Sapori Gold Coast
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Sapori Gold Coast
Discover why diners choose Sapori for handcrafted pizzas, inclusive menus, and relaxed local gatherings.
Traditional Woodfired Craft & Mother Dough Crust
Sapori prepares authentic woodfired pizzas using mother dough and fresh ingredients, delivering a light, airy crust alongside handcrafted pastas.
The difference is in the mother dough — light, airy, and full of authentic flavour that only true Italian craftsmanship can deliver.
Leo Minatti House-Made Gluten-Free Bases & Pastas
Unlike standard pizzerias that rely on commercial frozen crusts, Sapori crafts an in-house gluten-free base and pasta options that delight gluten-conscious diners.
They also do a homemade gluten free base for the pizzas and its next level!
Sheridan Ryan Signature Puffed Garlic Bread Experience
A starter that stands apart from standard garlic bread, featuring an airy puffed crust that guests regularly highlight.
If a garlic bread lover, you must try the puffed garlic bread. It's a defs yes.
Sel W Warm & Attentive Italian Hospitality
Guests consistently note genuine warmth, attentive hospitality, and a welcoming team that makes every visit feel comfortable and heartfelt.
The staff were attentive without being intrusive, offering genuine hospitality that made us feel at home.
Dean Adams Accommodating Family & Group Celebrations
With a welcoming vibe that accommodates families with young children as smoothly as romantic date nights, diners feel completely at ease celebrating together.
I took my troublesome toddler and the team were very accommodating- ran him around out front and kids and adults alike had a great time!
Drew Reeve Walkable Neighbourhood Dining With BYO
Santa Cruz Village locals enjoy convenient neighbourhood dining where guests can walk over and bring their own wine to share with friends.
Great location for neighbourhood dinning with friends as it is walking distance with BYO.
Shane Mcnamee
Most popular items
Signature woodfired pizzas, handcrafted pastas, and house specialties
Gluten Free Pizza
They also do a homemade gluten free base for the pizzas and its next level!
Sheridan Ryan Gnocchi
The gnocchi is the best ive ever had too, its so soft and light, to die for!
Sheridan Ryan Puffed Garlic Bread
If a garlic bread lover, you must try the puffed garlic bread. It's a defs yes.
Sel W Ravioli
The ravioli was amazing!
Belinda R-S
Other favorites
Complementary desserts and aperitivi to round out your Italian feast
Tiramisu
we ended the evening with a heavenly tiramisu.
Julia Uhlenkotte Aperol Spritz
To go with it, I had an Aperol Spritz that was perfectly balanced
Julia Uhlenkotte Chocolate Mousse
plus amazing chocolate mousse.
Drew Reeve Panna Cotta
Creative Panna Cotta variation.
Belinda R-S
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful details and warm hospitality that set Sapori apart.
House-Crafted Gluten-Free Base
Unlike standard commercial frozen crusts, the kitchen crafts its own proprietary gluten-free pizza base and gluten-free pasta in-house, earning high praise from diners and visiting chefs.
Signature Garlic Puff Crust
The kitchen bakes a distinctive, aerated garlic puff crust as an inventive, standout starter option.
Heartfelt Personal Hospitality
When a solo diner shared a difficult life moment, the owner personally offered a complimentary dessert and a gracious bill discount, highlighting genuine warmth and compassion.
Family-Centric Attentiveness
Staff attentively entertain and look after active young children during family dinners, ensuring parents can relax and enjoy their meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are gluten-free pizza and pasta options available?
Yes. Guests highlight the house-made gluten-free pizza base as exceptional, along with gluten-free pasta choices like the bolognese.
Do you need to book a table in advance?
Reservations are recommended, particularly on weekends, though walk-ins can sometimes be accommodated depending on availability.
How large are the portion sizes?
Customer experiences vary depending on the dish and order type. Pasta portions in takeaway orders have received mixed feedback regarding size, whereas dine-in options like the antipasto platters and several pasta dishes are frequently described as generous.
How fast is takeaway and pickup service?
Takeaway pizza is prepared rapidly, with pickup orders often ready in 10 to 15 minutes even during peak hours.
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