Pipi’s

Nestled on level two of Awaken at Coolangatta, Pipi’s by Brisbane’s Gambaro Group is nothing short of show stopping. When it comes to the menu, Pipi’s draws upon the hospitality dynasty’s incredible 70-year history to deliver a sophisticated dining spot inspired by the healthy and wholesome elements of Mediterranean cuisine. Sustainable meat, seafood and vegetables – a highlight at both Gambaro Seafood Restaurant and Black Hide Steakhouse – are front and centre on the Pipi’s menu. Opening with oysters and caviar bumps, it’s clear you’re in for a memorable dining experience. The snacks portion of the menu is influenced heavily by seafood, with swordfish skewers, seared scallops and crispy prawn rolls vying for your attention. Entrees include the likes of Mediterranean crudo, chargrilled squid and Mooloolaba king prawns, but if you’re keen for a little taste of everything, the Pipi’s Seafood Platter is the way to go. The mains meander from handmade lobster linguine, to grilled spatchcock and a selection of steaks. Bring your feast to a sweet finale with a selection from the dessert menu, which features a luxe Valrhona chocolate tart, a rhubarb and raspberry tart or the classic strawberries with yoghurt sorbet. As for the wines, the selection spans the key regions of Australia known for producing exceptional wines as well as a curated selection of European wines hailing from Italy, Spain and France.