The Laneway Burleigh: Modern Australian With Italian Soul
The Laneway Burleigh is the newest restaurant in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, and it already feels like a local favourite. The menu is modern Australian with a clear Italian influence, designed for sharing. Order generously, pass the plates around and don’t worry about over-ordering. That’s the whole point.
The People Behind The Laneway Burleigh
The Laneway is the latest project from Shonel Alloway, the founder behind Nobby’s well-regarded venue The Arc Nobby’s. Joining her is Head Chef Jefferson King Koi, who also leads the kitchens at The Arc and Mr Nobby Beach.
Together, they’ve built something polished but approachable: elevated food without the formality. The result is a neighbourhood restaurant that feels like it’s been part of Burleigh for years.
The Menu at The Laneway Burleigh
Explore the full The Laneway Burleigh menu before you visit, or read on for the dishes we recommend.
Share Plates to Start
The share plates are where dinner should begin. The Salmon Crudo arrives in a citrus dill vinaigrette with pickled baby onion and fennel, and the King Prawns come sizzling in lemon beurre blanc. The Truffle Mushroom Arancini is worth ordering twice. The Seared Scallops, served with pea puree, yuzu butter and hazelnut praline, are among the best things on the menu.
Mains Worth Coming Back For
The Crispy Skin Pork Belly is a standout main, served with seeded mustard crème, rocket, parmesan, glazed cranberries and fig vincotto. It’s rich and fresh in equal measure. For something more substantial, the 200g Eye Fillet arrives with prosciutto-wrapped beans, tomato capsicum relish, smoked potato gateau and juniper jus. It feels like a special occasion dish, even on a Tuesday.
Pasta and Pizza at The Laneway Burleigh
Pasta fans are well looked after. Choose from a classic Carbonara, a prawn-loaded Gamberi Linguine, a hearty Laneway Bolognese, or the Pasta Al Funghi, which is truffle-heavy with sage beurre noisette and manchego. The pizza menu covers all the classics alongside signature creations, including the Laneway Pizza topped with king prawns, calabrese salami, jalapeños, feta and mushrooms. It’s bold, satisfying and hard to share.
Cocktails, Drinks and Sunset Hours
The drinks list at The Laneway Burleigh is just as considered as the food. The signature Burleigh in Bloom cocktail blends vodka, watermelon liqueur, rose syrup, watermelon juice and lime. It’s light, refreshing and dangerously drinkable.
Sunset Hours run Wednesday to Sunday from 2pm to 5pm. They’re designed for easy afternoons and relaxed catch-ups, whether you want a drink before dinner or a long stay that rolls into the night. There’s no rush here, just the kind of slow, golden Burleigh afternoon the suburb does so well.
Pasta & Pour Wednesdays at The Laneway Burleigh
Looking for a great Wednesday night restaurant on the Gold Coast? Meet Pasta & Pour, our midweek pasta night made for good food, a glass of wine and an easy night out in Burleigh Heads.
Every Wednesday, choose your favourite from the Pasta & Pour menu and enjoy pasta plus a glass of wine for $25. Pick from the Laneway Bolognese, classic Carbonara, Gamberi, Aglio e Olio, Pasta ai Funghi and seasonal favourites, with gluten-free penne also available.
Pasta & Pour suits a midweek date night, dinner with friends, a casual group celebration, or any night you simply don’t feel like cooking. Grab a table inside or outside, order your pasta, choose your wine and stay for the evening.
Book The Laneway Burleigh, Burleigh Heads
What sets The Laneway Burleigh apart is that it doesn’t feel brand new. There’s an ease to it, and a warmth that usually takes years to build. It’s a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant with good food, a thoughtful drinks list and a room full of happy people.
We’re open from 12pm, five days a week, so it’s the perfect time to settle in. Bookings are recommended. Go soon, and go hungry.
