A sun-kissed coffee spot, a laidback dining destination, a neighbourhood hub – LiTO channels the rhythm of Italian summers with a Burleigh state of mind. From post-surf espressos to aperitivo hour, this all-day restaurant – helmed by Italian-born Head Chef Andrea Morigi (formerly of Merivale venues Uccello and Jimmy's Falafels, among others) – is built around connection, seasonality and the warmth of everyday rituals.

Located on the Burleigh Heads beachfront, on the ground floor of Mondrian Gold Coast, LiTO flows breezily from morning coffee to late-night conversation, soundtracked by coastal beats and live entertainment. Interiors by Sydney-based Alexander &CO. blend textured Mediterranean details with relaxed Australian charm, creating a warm, versatile space with indoor dining, alfresco tables and a semi-private chef's table beside the open, wood-fired kitchen.

LiTO's menu brings to the Gold Coast a vibrant, produce-forward take on Italian dining. This is food that feels familiar yet fresh, shaped by local ingredients and served with the relaxed generosity Andrea does best. “It's about joy on the plate – handmade, wholehearted, relaxed. Like the kind of meal best shared among friends with something good in the glass,” Andrea said. “LiTO invites you to settle in without watching the clock — for a long lunch, a slow dinner or anything in between.”

Andrea's menu celebrates simplicity and generosity. Dishes include wood-fired breads, hand-rolled pasta, slow-cooked porchetta, rotisserie chicken, lobster bucatini, crisp calamari and tableside tiramisu. Mornings bring Allpress coffee and Italian-influenced breakfast plates including Calabrian poached eggs, sourdough toasties and wood-fired calzones.

The wine list rotates with the seasons, spotlighting both Australian and Italian producers, while classic aperitivos, spritzes and signature cocktails round out a bar menu made to suit any moment of the day, capturing the pace of the coast and the soul of the Italian table. LiTO will begin to welcome guests from 5 June at its home within Mondrian Gold Coast – the first Mondrian hotel in Australia, powered by Ennismore in collaboration with Vitale Property Group. 

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About LiTO

Opened in 2025, LiTO is a sun-kissed all-day restaurant on the Burleigh Heads beachfront, channelling the rhythm of Italian summers with a Burleigh state of mind. Located on the ground floor of Mondrian Gold Coast and led by Italian-born Head Chef Andrea Morigi, LiTO flows from morning coffee to late-night conversation, soundtracked by coastal beats and live entertainment.

LiTO is part of Mondrian Gold Coast — the first Australian location from the hotel brand, developed by Ennismore in collaboration with Vitale Property Group. litoburleighheads.com.

About Ennismore

Ennismore is a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built brands with purpose at their heart. Founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Sharan Pasricha, Ennismore and Accor entered a joint venture in 2021, creating a new autonomous entity and the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, with Accor holding a majority shareholding. Ennismore comprises three business units: a lifestyle collective rooted in culture and community, immersive resorts creating havens for escapism and entertainment led by Rixos, and iconic luxury venues pioneering the art of French hospitality by Paris Society.

Ennismore has an unrivalled ecosystem of 17 brands with 145 operating hotels, resorts, and branded residences, 139 in the pipeline, 76 iconic venues, and over 300 restaurants and nightlife destinations. Ennismore operates hotels in over 30 countries with 30,000 team members. Ennismore has four dedicated in-house studios, including Carte Blanched, F&B concepts; AIME Studios, interior & graphic design; a Digital Product & Tech Innovation Lab; and the Partnerships Studio. Dis-loyalty is Ennismore's travel and food membership dedicated to lifestyle. Ennismore is committed to positively impacting the world, with a key focus on creating inclusive communities among its teams and in the places it calls home. ennismore.com.

About Vitale Property Group

Vitale Property Group is a family-owned Australian property company shaping destinations across the industrial, residential and hospitality sectors, including Mondrian Gold Coast. The team creates spaces of significance designed to drive enduring value, transforming landscapes into remarkable environments through strategic development, design excellence and experience-driven delivery.

Balancing vision with precision, the group manages the property lifecycle — from site selection to visionary asset management — with commercial insight and world-class expertise. The result is elevated experiences and new benchmarks across every project. vitalepropertygroup.com.