After a short hiatus, Samphire Bites has reopened in a brand new venue underneath the Q1 in Surfers Paradise. The restaurant is the work of esteemed chef James Brady, formerly of Melbourne’s Vue De Monde and owner of Pigs and Pints, and has been designed to lure you in to a gastronomic wonderland filled with mouthwatering creations such as roasted cuttlefish with spinach, feta and olives, Cap gnocci with mushrooms and deconstructed cheesecake. The modern European-inspired menu has been crafted to reflect James’ whimsical approach to food and to showcase amazing, fresh produce in slightly unexpected ways. If decisions aren’t your strongpoint, opt for the chef’s menu which contains a few of chef James’ favourites.

Taking cues from the food, the beverages list is filled with interesting wines and deconstructed cocktails. In case you were wondering about the latter, The OC on the GC is a concoction of orange sherbet, cardamom sugar syrup, Cointreau and vodka, but rather than arriving in a glass like a regular cocktail, The OC arrives as separate components so you can mix it at the table and create your perfect flavour profile. The new Samphire Bites picks up where the old Chevron Island venue left off but adds some exciting new elements.

For opening hours and contact information, see our Stumble Guide.