Sax appeal

We’re not sure when dinner and a show slipped off the social calendar, but we say it’s high time for a comeback. Perfecting the fine art of dinner and a show, Spaghetti & Jazz brings together two of life’s greatest pleasures for a dining experience that hits all the right notes.

Spaghetti & Jazz is the passion project of Joe and Natalie Palumbo, a duo whose hearts beat to the rhythm of Italian hospitality.

Joe hails from Florence and brings his deep-rooted memories of food, music and community to the Gold Coast. Natalie, having fallen hard for Italy through her travels with Joe, now channels that amore into everything from the décor to the events.

Step inside Robina‘s little hidden gem and be transported to a Tuscan trattoria.

There’s an old-world elegance here with rich red curtains, candlelight and enough greenery to make Nonna proud. The space flows with open tables for big brunches and long lunches that spill into a new pet-friendly alfresco area for happy hour.

In the kitchen, there are some culinary cats with some serious chops. The chef’s make everything in-house: the pastas, the sauces, even the desserts you’ll definitely say you’re too full for (and then order anyway). Blackboard specials change with the seasons, always showcasing fresh local produce.

We all know Italy is the home of great coffee, and Spaghetti & Jazz have embraced this cafe culture, opening up on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays for breakfast and lunch, so you can have your morning fix with a side of sax.

Dessert for breakfast? Yes please. Try the Tiramisu Pancakes with mascarpone, amaretto crumble, berries, coffee, cocoa sugar and mocha syrup.

Lunchtime is where the tempo picks up. From creamy Carbonara to crisp wood-fired Capricciosa pizza, this menu is full of bold flavours and big personality.

As the sun sets, the lights dim and the romance is turned up a notch. Order the Antipasti Platter for two and you and your boo can dive into a selection of Italian cured meats, cheeses, pickled vegetables, paté and house baked breads.

The dinner menu spans all regions of Italy, from the countryside with Beef Short Ribs & Oxtail Ragu to the coast with a delicate Tagliolini ai Frutti di Mare.

Pair your meal with one of the signature cocktails – perhaps the Bombcello, a zesty concoction of Bombay gin, limoncello, lemon juice, sugar syrup and soda. The curated wine list of both local and imported drops is also sure to please.

When it comes to entertainment, there’s something to match every dish and mood. Every Wednesday to Saturday night, Spaghetti & Jazz delivers a different taste, be it smooth easy listening, sultry Latin grooves, modern hits, dance floor vibes or themed nights that’ll have you shimmying between courses.

For a taste of the exciting lineup of incredible artists and events each month, visit spaghettiandjazz.com.au

Where: 30-34 Commerce Drive, Robina
When: 5pm Wed-Sat nights for dine in & takeaway (breakfast from 6.30am & lunch from 12pm Thur, Fri & Sun)
Website: spaghettiandjazz.com.au
Instagram: @spaghettiandjazz

Words by Lisette Drew

STORY SPONSORED BY SPAGHETTI & JAZZ.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Mother’s Day Lunch
Sunday 11th May 2025
12PM to 3:30PM

Swinging Christmas in July with Rhydian Lewis and his band
Sunday, 20 July 2025
12:30PM to 4:30PM