After years of being a solely Gold Coast institution, Gemelli’s stylish and cheeky flair is proving a hit, as evident in menu options such as the ‘griffiti’ or the ‘che stupido pizza’. Founders and namesakes the Carney brothers are twins (Gemelli in Italian) and are as proud of their Italian heritage as can be, participating in annual sauce and salami-making traditions and bringing that charming sense of warm Italian hospitality to the James Street precinct. Several of their pizzas boast bold and exotic ingredients, like 24-month prosciutto di parma and dried figs (drool!). After devouring a scrumptious range of contemporary Italian cuisine, it’s customary to relax next door at Bar Tano, the adjoining bar. Featuring a gorgeous marble fit-out, it’s an intimate and sleek experience dripping with Italian charisma.
Order the: Che Stupido – fior di latte, leg ham, mild salami, fennel pork and chilli sausage