Reviews

Alisha The restaurant was amazing the location is convenient right outside the Hilton’s just a 2 min walk I love how it’s so pure Italian the food amazing great even the... read moreThe restaurant was amazing the location is convenient right outside the Hilton’s just a 2 min walk I love how it’s so pure Italian the food amazing great even the drinks all together just amazing I’ll will give it a 10/10 ❤️❤️❤️ read less

Can’t go past the scaloppine. Can’t go past the scaloppine. They had a variety on off and the group tried a few. All were very happy with their choices, particularly since they came on a... read moreCan’t go past the scaloppine. They had a variety on off and the group tried a few. All were very happy with their choices, particularly since they came on a half price special deal.

One went for sea food and was also a very happy customer. read less

Delicious Italian!! Second time we have visited while in Surfers and didn’t disappoint! We shared a starter of Tuscan Garlic prawns. The kids meals with entree as we requested (Kids lasagna and... read moreSecond time we have visited while in Surfers and didn’t disappoint! We shared a starter of Tuscan Garlic prawns. The kids meals with entree as we requested (Kids lasagna and a small Margarita pizza) I had the Fettuccini D’Oro and hubby had Chicken Parmigiana with veggies. The potatoes deserve a special mention. All meals were really delicious. The service was attentive and prompt considering the place was near full. Love the atmosphere and friendliness of all staff.
Wide variety of meals and wine list to choose from. The kids menu is generous too. read less

Generous Serves, Great Lunch Specials Dined here for lunch with the family, after seeing their menu was Half Price for lunch. Expected smaller serves with the cheap price but was pleasantly surprised with the portions,... read moreDined here for lunch with the family, after seeing their menu was Half Price for lunch. Expected smaller serves with the cheap price but was pleasantly surprised with the portions, which were more than generous! We ordered a small Capricosa pizza, Scallopine La Vino, and Scallopine Pizzaiola. The veal dishes each consisted of three pieces of veal, cooked with delicious sauces. Will definitely be returning! read less

Dinner for 3 Had dinner last night, with the fam, my wife is a fussy vegie which was no problem whatsoever. Our Maitre d (pictured) was aweome towards us and treated my lad... read moreHad dinner last night, with the fam, my wife is a fussy vegie which was no problem whatsoever. Our Maitre d (pictured) was aweome towards us and treated my lad with his favourite lychees, also pictured. All Waitstaff were professional and friendly, the food was fantastic and I must say, save room for the chocolate pizza for dessert. Food great, quick service and food beverage selection. read less

Dinner Excellent all round
One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been to
We went 2 nights in a row it was so good

Incredible We were after Italian for dinner and this place didn’t disappoint. We had the risotto and ravioli with a glass of white and red wine. Everything was perfect. The staff... read moreWe were after Italian for dinner and this place didn’t disappoint. We had the risotto and ravioli with a glass of white and red wine. Everything was perfect. The staff were amazing and it was fantastic to listen to Italian music and hear the staff speaking Italian. Do not go past this place!!!

And the cost - $54 unlikely to get anything near the quality of food and atmosphere for this price read less

Schoolies / Birthday Dinner Lovely staff with amazing food. They even put on a lovely birthday celebration for my friends 18th. Definitely would come back.

Authentic Italian My partner and i ate here last night and we were both extremely impressed with the food and service. It was a very busy night (all but 2 tables were... read moreMy partner and i ate here last night and we were both extremely impressed with the food and service. It was a very busy night (all but 2 tables were full) but they still managed to fit us in during a busy dinner service. We both ordered something different and we both found our meals delicious. Service was amazing with very friendly, attentive and helpful staff and our meals were out quite quickly for how busy they were, we would definitely recommend. We will be returning while on a visit to the Gold Coast read less

Excellent Excellent service great with family food unbelievable great food 100% recommended while in the Gold Coast for the best Italian food
Paul n Cass

sunday lunch with work colleage Really nice place to have lunch . All meals were very nice full of flavour and great choices of lovley beer /wine .The management and staff are really freindly and... read moreReally nice place to have lunch . All meals were very nice full of flavour and great choices of lovley beer /wine .The management and staff are really freindly and helpful . read less

Amazing pasta and great service Came here for lunch and they had half price lunch meals. Ordered the seafood marinara and was absolutely delicious. Generous servings, friendly staff and tasty dishes. Will definitely come here... read moreCame here for lunch and they had half price lunch meals. Ordered the seafood marinara and was absolutely delicious. Generous servings, friendly staff and tasty dishes. Will definitely come here again!!!! Great for families too. read less

50th Birthday Wow a night to remember!..Fantastic, where do I start - Everyone loves to be treated like a million dollars!,attention to detail, well this is exactly what you get at Costa... read moreWow a night to remember!..Fantastic, where do I start - Everyone loves to be treated like a million dollars!,attention to detail, well this is exactly what you get at Costa A Doro, Owners Michael and Nuccia Fusco , greet & meet you and escort you to your table, it’s like your family ... lol , I had 2 x tables booked about 40 pax, there son Gene, and floor / bar staff mirror Michael and Nuccia persona, they all smile, and make you feel important which is key here, that to me is what makes a Great night out, experience good vibes in a restaurant, especially when celebrating a birthday with other family n friends, I haven’t even got to the Food yet..All my guest were overwhelmed with taste and amount you get on your plate or pasta dish , Italian cuisine at its best, never waiting for entrees like pizza bread, garlic bread, seafood, fresh tasting oysters and platters were amazing,
Totally recommend Costa a Doro Italian Restaurant, try it, and see and go through what I did.
Ivan Ola read less

Friendly and fast! We stopped by for lunch in search of a good pizza Aussie, pepperoni and a delux. They were all very tasty, pay for the larger one and they will give... read moreWe stopped by for lunch in search of a good pizza Aussie, pepperoni and a delux. They were all very tasty, pay for the larger one and they will give you a box to take home any spare! read less

Nice evening meal Came here for an evening meal while staying in surfers.
Staff are friendly & meals are very tasty & massive, I couldn't finish mine.
Only let down was the wine & I... read moreCame here for an evening meal while staying in surfers.
Staff are friendly & meals are very tasty & massive, I couldn't finish mine.
Only let down was the wine & I had heard this from previous reviews so only had the one, but I think you can take your own wine.
At the end there was 25% off the bill which from what other people say is the norm, so really pleased, enjoyed it. read less

Can't beat authentic Italian Amazing Italian food and fabulous attentive staff! Always packed, and for good reason! You won't be disappointed.

Delicious Italian!! Second time we have visited while in Surfers and didn’t disappoint! We shared a starter of Tuscan Garlic prawns. The kids meals with entree as we requested (Kids lasagna and... read moreSecond time we have visited while in Surfers and didn’t disappoint! We shared a starter of Tuscan Garlic prawns. The kids meals with entree as we requested (Kids lasagna and a small Margarita pizza) I had the Fettuccini D’Oro and hubby had Chicken Parmigiana with veggies. The potatoes deserve a special mention. All meals were really delicious. The service was attentive and prompt considering the place was near full. Love the atmosphere and friendliness of all staff.
Wide variety of meals and wine list to choose from. The kids menu is generous too. read less

Fantastic food and service We visit this amazing Italian Resturant every time we come to The Gold Coast.
Last year we came with our family from New Zealand. It was my birthday and the staff... read moreWe visit this amazing Italian Resturant every time we come to The Gold Coast.
Last year we came with our family from New Zealand. It was my birthday and the staff came out and all sang Happy Birthday VERY LOUDLY banging cutlery together.
It brought tears to my eyes after the amazing meal we all had.
We came back again this year in July and had several meals and enjoyed every one of them (especially the Oysters kilpatrick). read less

Costa Dora Restaurant Very friendly staff, efficient & amazing food, seated within 5 mins very quick to take order
Definitely return couldn’t fault anything

Schoolies Dinner One of the best lasagna’s i’ve ever had. Lovely staff and I was very looked after. Definitely wanna come back.

Good food We went early so had a discount off the food . However it was really good, I had gnocchi with a sauce which was vegetarian and delicious. My husband had... read moreWe went early so had a discount off the food . However it was really good, I had gnocchi with a sauce which was vegetarian and delicious. My husband had pizza which was good. Would like more veggie choices. read less

Absolutely Devine We dined here on a very busy Saturday night and were met with the most accommodating and friendly staff, the food was to die for and huge servings definitely get... read moreWe dined here on a very busy Saturday night and were met with the most accommodating and friendly staff, the food was to die for and huge servings definitely get your money’s worth. We can’t wait to go back again!! Had the chicken parma and spaghetti carbonara and garlic pizza bloody delicious read less

Very yummy lunches My daughter and I had lunch here recently and we were really impressed. She had chicken fettuccine and I had chicken risotto and both were exceptional. The staff were lovely... read moreMy daughter and I had lunch here recently and we were really impressed. She had chicken fettuccine and I had chicken risotto and both were exceptional. The staff were lovely and because it was the half price lunch menu, we only paid $12.50 each. Would definitely go back . read less

Amazing Amazing prices, Delicious food and Fantastic Staff!! Half price off lunch menu! Would highly recommend

Sunday lunch Street aspect was fine in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Wait staff prompt and meal was authentic. Not a great wine selection.

Best Italian On the Gold Coast We have been dining at Costa for 5 years and it s always a fantastic experience.
Restaurant is pumping all the time,Food is amazing and the atmosphere and the customer... read moreWe have been dining at Costa for 5 years and it s always a fantastic experience.
Restaurant is pumping all the time,Food is amazing and the atmosphere and the customer service is second to none.
Family friendly but also perfect for a date or a work dinner.
Thanks to Michael and Nuccia and family for their wonderful hospitality and also Francesco.
See you soon read less

Birthday Dinner There was amazing service and food. My family and friends of ten people all enjoyed their food - pizza, pasta, veal and more! Would definitely come back again!

Our “Go To Restaurant” This is our “go to restaurant” whilst staying in Surfers Paradise. The staff are fantastic, the service exceptional and the meals are amazing.

Delicious Italian food and great place..! I went there with my family and we ordered a lasagna, pizza and a brandy chicken.. All the three dishes were amazingly yummy and the ambience of the place was... read moreI went there with my family and we ordered a lasagna, pizza and a brandy chicken.. All the three dishes were amazingly yummy and the ambience of the place was really good too.. The manager Nuccia Fusco also gave my daughter a complimentary ice-cream which was very kind and generous. Thank you team Costa Doro for a lovely evening..! Cheers..! read less

Delicious meals and nice outdoor seating We were seated promptly, drink and meals orders taken in a timely manner. The pizza was the best hubby has eaten in a long time. I had the Tuscan king... read moreWe were seated promptly, drink and meals orders taken in a timely manner. The pizza was the best hubby has eaten in a long time. I had the Tuscan king prawns and they were superb. Pizza was a small size and prawns was a generous serve. I'd eaten half before taking the pic... LOL. We have eaten here many times over the years and never disappoints. A nice restaurant in the middle of Surfers read less