Transporting visitors to the Mediterranean from the familiarity of Coolangatta is Xenia Grill, a Greek inspired restaurant well-suited to the tropical, laidback setting on the corner of McLean Street and Marine Parade. Aqua tones and vibrant paintings set the scene, while a breezy alfresco setting brings the iconic Gold Coast ambiance inside with friendly locals cruising up from the beach for lunch while those already dining link arms and start up a flurry of Zorba the Greek. To satisfy ravenous hunger, opt for Mezedes share plates and enjoy a taste of everything with a glass of wine. Perhaps try fried Australian whitebait with skordalia dip, classic eggplant and spiced mince moussaka, chargrilled Australian octopus and fried baby calamari with lemon and oregano.
