Recently under new owners and decided to try it. One reason to come but definitely a great one,…read morethe seafood platter for two. The platter is huge, with oysters (probably the best item), clams, mussels, Moreton Bay Scallops, calamari with halloumi (probably the best non-fried calamari I've ever had), prawns (huge and very tasty), shoestring potatoes and a few other things that I don't remember but certainly enjoyed. Also, given their Tasmanian roots, some of the seafood is unique to La Vida rather than what you see at the other restaurants. This platter is definitely worth one of your evenings in Noosa.

Bugs. Moreton Bay or Balmain. Shovel Nosed Lobsters. The family Scyllaridae…read more I have loved these critters for ever. Up at Noosa Moreton Bay Bugs are a joy to behold, if you can find somewhere that be holdin' them. Problem is most places want to show off with my little guys and put them in a ravioli or turn them into some kind of foam or do something weird with them so that they aren't bugs any more. Not this place. It used to be called Lindonis I think - thats probably why I am the first to review it. Fact is its been here for twenty years, but for my 200th review I am happy to declare this place serves the best bugs this side of a dirty Chinese kitchen. BBQ'd with garlic and dill butter. Thats all. And eight, yep eight of the little bottom feeders! It takes very good chef to know that the produce is the star and not the cook. I remember an old mate once told me that in French cuisine the chef is the star and in Italian the food is the star. Here the bugs are the stars. We shared a plate of crumbed calarmari and a plate of veggies, which, because this place is classy, was called a 'stack'. The calarmari was sensational, even though it looked like the sort of meal you'd get at a suburban Pizza joint. I asked why they were so good and the owner told me they were fresh caught, marinated in kiwi fruit for just long enough to tenderise them but not so long as to cook them and that the crumb was a special Japanese technique known only to direct descendants of the Samurai Emperor Bugsansei. And I believe her. Left my phone at home 'cos up here you eat in boardies - your good ones for upmarket places and your old faves for the other places. Keeno has some photos which the kids may be able to upload to this review. I shouldn't even try or I will break something.

Some of the best discoveries are unexpected. One such example, is Locale, an Italian Restaurant on…read more62 Hastings St Noosa. Exploring, & popping in for lunch drawn to its gorgeous upscale fit-out. Clean lines, Lots of dark wood, incandescent lighting, ceiling fans, retractable ceiling, and prominent surrounding plants and rock face. Ambience is relaxed, a nice way to have lunch. Service is excellent. Friendly, and ever-present, without being overbearing. Lunch Menu is divided into share plates ("Cicchetti"), Mains ("Pranzo"), as well as Salads & Pizza. Cicchetti & Pranzo prices ranged from $8-23, and $18 - $38 respectively. Start with some amazing sweet potato & pumpkin Gnocchi ($8), with buffalo ricotta, rosemary & sage cream. Unique & divine, available only at lunch. Follow it up with prosciutto & sage wrapped scallops with lemon parsley oil ($8). Another top-notch starter. Continue the gourmet experience with a Filetto di pesce. Snapper with Sicilian green olives, crispy kipfler potatoes, artichoke, white wine & saffron brodetto. Round off with some organic Acquerello Carnaroli saffron risotto, Moreton bay bug, & Gympie baby zucchini. Both mains, are "Wow"! But wait, there's more. If you have room for dessert, go straight to the heavens with the Bombolini. A hazelnut chocolate crème patissiere centred Italian doughnut, praline, & vanilla bean gelato. Add some Valrhona Chocolate fondant, cherry coulis heart, with Saffron gelato, & you have just completed one extraordinary lunch, both in taste & experience. Locale is a must-try if you want to treat yourself, to modern & upscale Italian cuisine. Definitely one of Noosa's gems on Hastings St. Open daily from 12pm.

Having read Jad's review we decided to try Locale for lunch - and weren't we glad we did. The whole…read moreexperience was a complete delight. Service was efficient without being obtrusive from the moment we entered until the time we left two hours later. We started by sharing a couple of entrees, the pork belly which was served with a quince sauce, and the porcini and béarnaise croquettes which matched perfectly with the capers served with them. We followed with a couple of pizzas, the ham, mushroom, olive and red onion for me and the hot salami for Liz - we were warned that the salami one was hot but the balance was perfect, just a slight chilli aftertaste that did not leave a burning sensation in the mouth. We only ate half the pizzas (they boxed up the rest and we'll have them for supper tonight) as we wanted to make sure we had room for dessert. And what beautiful desserts they were! I had the limoncello pannacotta whilst Liz had the tiramisu - the menu suggested that the tiramisu was deconstructed, but the waitress made sure we knew that before accepting the order - and both desserts were absolutely heavenly. We finished up with a glass of limoncello each and an espresso, and walked out very well satisfied clutching our pizza box for supper. Cost? Our food cost $92 and we spent another $80 on drinks - which we felt was well worth it.

We wanted to go to movies anyway so decided to get the movie meal deal…read more We picked the lasagna and spaghetti bolognese from the special menu with a glass of red wine, fantastic. Busy and friendly atmosphere.

I had eaten at this restaurant 1 year ago and the food was very tasty. I think last night meal was…read morethe worst Italian food I have ever eaten. Ordered the spaghetti Marinara but it was nothing but tomato sauce and pasta. Won't be visiting again.

I just found my favorite Italian restaurant on the Sunshine Coast. Everything from staff to…read moreflavoursom food worthy of the 5 stars awarded.

Went here a number of years ago and wasn't really impressed...tried it again last night and was…read moreimpressed. The quality, value for money and taste are the best I've tasted on the Sunshine Coast and yes I have been to the somewhat ubiquitous chain who's starts with a Z. Beer was overpriced.

Very good food, but a little costlier than it needs to be. Stick to the pizzas and the entrees and…read moreyou'll be right. Reservations definitely recommended; this place fills up quick.

Absolutely delicious paninis and home-made drinks. The tarts looked excellent as well but just…read morecouldn't fit one in. A real find!

Decent Italian food Aussie style. Ordered takeout over the phone and the girl taking the order must…read morehave been new, she had to turn and ask someone for every answer. Wanted the gnocchi with he 4 cheeses but was told they didn't have it. Hey its on your menu.... its not a difficult dish to have. Ended up ordering the ricotta/spinach ravioli... which was pretty good. Hubby had the seafood marinara and says its pretty good. Haven't tried the pizza.

From the owner: We sell hand pizza's. Pasta's are best in Coolum. Fish and chips have great quality and quantity…read more Burgers are outstanding.

Fantastic meal and friendly service even with one staff member down. We had a Pizza and my…read moredaughter got, in her words, "the best spaghetti ever!". Even came with an activity pack to keep her engaged. Pizza was a fantastic, subtle and complementary flavours making a perfect whole. Definitely recommended. Bookings are a good idea. Fills up quickly from popularity!

Very good for Australian / Italian Food . You have to go…read moreto Italy To get genuine Italy. Food They are doing a great job of trying To copy The Masters.

We ordered the Posh Chicken Pizza and Pasta Carbonara. Both really nice. The pizza had lots of…read moretoppings and a really light base. Not heavy and just right amount of base. The pasta also was light and didn't feel overly full. Lots of bacon in the pasta. Highly recommend. It was busy but we didn't have to wait too long. We did book before dinner just to make sure we had a table. Is recommend booking just in case.

Zachary's is a place we have been to before when staying in Noosaville. This time we were 'walk…read moreins' on Xmas eve and despite not having made a booking the exceptionally helpful floor staff found us a table for 4. Food came out quicker than they had quoted and was both large in serving size and very tasty. My wife and I shared a large seafood pizza (which was more than plenty for the two of us) and our teenagers had pasta. Both who are fairly picky eaters rated the both the flavour and serving size. One thing to consider if you are hoping for a 'quiet' dinner is that the tile floor and lack of sound deadening means carrying on a conversation when the restaurant is full is very difficult as there is a lot of noise. But if you are looking for some good pizza, pasta, wine then definitely give this great little place a shot. As previously stated, this was not our first visit and am sure it will not be the last.