Giulia Italian brings the warmth and generosity of Italian dining to Salt Village in Kingscliff, creating the kind of neighbourhood restaurant where food is designed to be enjoyed slowly and good company provides every reason to stay a little longer.

The kitchen draws inspiration from across Italy rather than limiting itself to one region. Quality Australian and Italian produce combines with traditional techniques, allowing familiar favourites to sit comfortably beside dishes that encourage diners to explore further.

Fresh pasta features prominently, accompanied by traditional risotto and gnocchi, while hand-stretched Napoli-style pizzas are cooked in a traditional clay oven. Look further through the menu and the journey continues through regional dishes such as Sardinian malloreddus, Roman porchetta and osso buco alla Milanese, with seafood and seasonal produce adding a distinctly coastal Australian influence.

The drinks list keeps one foot firmly in Italy too. Prosecco, Italian whites and reds, spritzes and cocktails are complemented by carefully selected Australian wines and local beers.

And a proper Italian meal deserves an equally appropriate ending. Tiramisu, affogato and Italian artisan gelato provide plenty of reasons not to skip dessert.

Whether it's a relaxed family dinner, date night, evening with friends or something worth celebrating, Giulia combines authentic Italian inspiration with the easygoing atmosphere of Kingscliff and the Tweed Coast.

Come hungry, order something to share and let the evening find its own pace.