WAKE UP AND SMELL D’LA ROSA!

If Latino style tapas, irresistible cocktails, and the coolest/cosiest little venue you ever did see sounds like your cup of tea, we have THE place.

Reinventing the space where Som Tam Gai once lived is Mermaid Beach’s newest eats and sips addition D’la Rosa – and it’s a total V-tothe-I-to-the-BE. Staged in a funky glowed-up abode it s filled with welcoming feels and all. the.things that make you want to physically move in. And srsly, is this an option coz if it is, please redirect our snail mail here. D’la Rosa is indeed the new darling of 4218.

The creation of a talented trio hailing from different backgrounds and nationalities, these clever cookies set out to show the GC that you don t need to visit a five star lu ury restaurant/hotel for quality service, food and drinks #amen.

We have Parham (Hamidian), the hospitality guy with a decade of e perience working in five star hotels both here and . Then there s Shawn (Maftounian), the marketing guy, a business gun who knows how to connect with people, and Alenka (Tomse), one of the venue’s two chefs and the creative designer. Alenka also hails from one of Slovenia’s best hospitality and wine producing families, this adds street cred for days. Last but not least, we have Antoni Servera, the Spanish sous chef, who was a coowner of a successful restaurant in Ses Salines, Spain. Fantástico!

After months of research and idea sharing, fast forward to present day and ta-da –D’la Rosa is born. Describing their passionate and effervescent team as the venue’s ‘mojo’, the mantra here is happy staff, happy… well, everything-else and #TrueDat.

Meaning “from a rose”, the restaurant’s name is as lovely as the staff, the nosh, and the fit out which is a ju taposition of all three owners’ ideas. Think breeze bricks, festoon and fairy lights, olive trees, mood lighting inside, some funky wall art, and beautiful happy roses on tables #RosesAreRed… AndYellowAndPinkAnd… It offers both indoor and outdoor dining for 40 people, making it the perfect spot for a private ‘do.

The location was chosen because of the strong sense of community ne t to the beach and highway, plus it’s a ‘burb of choice for the GC-dwelling Latino contingent. And let’s not forget the obvious; the Mermaid Beach vibe is, well, a good vibe.

Now let’s unpack the main event – food and booze, and this little pocket rocket does not disappoint. Starting with the best meal of the day, get ready to chow down on the hearty Breakfast Burrito with house made baked potato, cheese, beans, pico de gallo, red salsa with bacon or chorizo. The equally popular Baked Eggs with chorizo will not disappoint but if you’re after something a little more bite-size, a delightful selection of fresh homemade pastries are available including a to-die-for Quiche.

The signature dish is the out-of-this-world Snapper & Mango Taco with mango salsa, pickled onion and coriander. We feel the urge to also mention the Halloumi Taco, coz Halloumi just does things to us. With red salsa, pico de gallo, white cabbage, guacamole and coriander, and the tortillas are all made in house, vegan and gluten free, oh my god bring them on, we will take two thanks! There are also Nachos, the Mallorca inspired Meatballs & Pork Mince or grab a small bite like the irresistible Corn Cobs. Or howzabout some Tapas, and our vote goes to the Chimichurri Steak, featuring a grilled sirloin topped with zesty herb sauce beside toasted bread, this is totally our kinda iron and protein fi .

Meanwhile, it’s cocktail-o-clock (isn’t it always) and the signature Cinderella Man is calling our name. Described as the underdog of all martinis it s available in two une pected flavours Watermelon and White Chocolate. Or perhaps we’ll order a Mermaid Beach, the D’la Rosa take on the lethal Long Island Iced Tea… Otherwise, grab yourself a wine, craft beer, mocktail or soft drink and soak up the fun and friendly atmosphere. Open every day (including weekends!) for breakfast and lunch. Dinner (Wednesday to Sunday) so gather your family and friends, don your rosa coloured glasses and create beautiful memories at the charming D’la Rosa.

NOW OPEN FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH

Latino Style Tapas

Breakfast & Lunch: 7am – 1:30pm everyday

Dinner & Drinks: 5:30pm – 8:30pm Closed Mon-Tues nights

2375 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach

Bookings: 0451 119 751

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