EAT + DRINK
SOCIAL EATING HOUSE + BAR UNVEILS IT’S SWANKY NEW LOOK It’s the reno you know we all needed and wanted... and it has finally happened! We are proud to present Social Eating House + Bar 2.0.
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f we asked you to name your favourite Gold Coast restaurant, we fully expect a chorus line of enthusiastic voices chanting Social Eating House for the win. But, did you know that this local multi-award-winning supernova has recently reemerged as an even more sublime version of its former self? Undergoing a super sleek renovation, just when you thought it had reached the pinnacle of perfection, then comes…. Social Eating House + Bar 2.0! Still serving up Modern Australian and International cuisine like a boss, husband-andwife restaurateur warriors Matthew Jefferson (also Executive Chef) and Dayna Cooper decided to do something special for their business baby’s tenth anniversary. And what better way than to revamp the Social space and brand to pave the way for another decade at the top of the foodie game. Describing it as New York luxury but approachable, it’s relaxed fine dining executed with finesse and impeccable attention to detail, thanks to the expertise of Arch Interiors, CSF Shopfitting and brand architects, Here Agency. With kitchen and
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bar dining options and indoor/outdoor seating for 140 people (a must with its enviable location in the heart of Broadbeach’s Oracle precinct), it also houses a private dining room for soirees and functions. Winner for three consecutive years of the People’s Choice ‘Chef of the Year’ Award, Matthew Jefferson and esteemed Head Chef Youngkyu “YK” Reu, continue to lead and nurture their ‘family’ of five-star hospitality heroes. Just like the OG Social Eating House, expect share plates so amazing that you won’t want to actually share them. The Wagyu rump cap 7+ with smoked celeriac, burnt onion, kale and native pepper jus is one of the standout starters and yes, you just had an ‘aha’ moment re. the whole no sharing comment. Another fave from the small plate selection is Roast Quail with pumpkin puree, savoy cabbage and venere rice and OMG, back up the van already because we didn’t mention
