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Stylish and sophisticated Italian restaurant in the heart of tropical Port Douglas.
+61 (07) 4099 6744
info@lacucinaportdouglas.com.au
4 Macrossan St, Port Douglas QLD 4877
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Our Menu

A traditional Italian Menu, served with contemporary elegance, in the relaxed tropical sophistication of Port Douglas.
Finest Italian Cuisine

Lunch & Dinner

Whether it’s lunch, dinner or a casual cocktail and a bite to eat, La Cucina + Bar offers a large selection of authentic Italian dishes, as well as a selection of desserts. Please browse our menus below and we look forward to seeing you soon.

TO START
CORAL TROUT CRUDO
$ 32.00

Delicately diced raw local coral trout dressed in kaffir lime oil and citrus soy, topped with finger lime pearls, onion gel, bonito mayo, and finished with luxurious sturgeon caviar.

SALMON CARPACCIO
$ 29.50

Finely sliced Tasmanian salmon drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and citrus soy, with a fresh kick of chilli, cracked pepper, and chopped parsley.

SPICY YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTARE
$ 28.50

Thinly diced tuna with a sesame-soy and chilli oil dressing, paired with pickled shallots, toasted peanuts, Vannella stracciatella, and crisped artisan bread.

SPANNER CRAB MANTECATO
$ 29.50

Creamy whipped Fraser Isle spanner crab spread, with house pickles, marinated white anchovy lemon curd and sturgeon caviar.

BUFFALO BURRATA
$ 29.50

Velvety buffalo burrata nestled on crispy crostini with heirloom cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, pickled onion, and a sweet balsamic reduction.

KANGAROO CARPACCIO
$ 29.50

Finely sliced kangaroo crusted with burnt pepper, accented by tangy pickled shallots, goat cheese and horseradish cream, lemon balm and crisped bread.

BEEF TARTARE
$ 29.50

Tenderloin beef tartare with caramelised onion, grana Padano, tangy pickles, and herbs and pistachio pesto with a side of crispy bread.

WHITING “BECCAFICO”
$ 25.50

Baked local whiting fillets (3), coated in a pistachio crumb and served over a bed of sweet and sour raspberry onion.

PAN SEARED SCALLOPS
$ 28.50

Seared scallops (3) set atop a silky cauliflower and vanilla purée, finished with a saffron reduction and rainbow trout roe.

CHARRED BABY OCTOPUS
$ 29.50

Local baby octopus skewers marinated in soy, lime and chilli. Chargrilled and paired with tangy sour cream and fire-roasted capsicum.

PASTA & Co.
SQUID-INK SPAGHETTI WITH PRAWNS
$ 42.50

Al dente squid ink spaghetti tossed with local prawns, fresh basil, lemon zest, a touch of chilli, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a splash of cream for a rich finish.

SEAFOOD LINGUINE
$ 44.50

A seafood lover’s dream cooked al dente and crowned with prawns, green bugs, mussels, clams, salmon, and barramundi in a fragrant garlic, chilli, and herb blend.

SPAGHETTI WITH VONGOLE
$ 43.50

Classic spaghetti with clams, deglazed in white wine with garlic, fresh parsley, and golden breadcrumbs for a subtle crunch.

SPAGHETTI PUTTANESCA
$ 39.50

A bold vegetarian classic - al dente spaghetti with olives, capers, garlic, chilli and Napoli sauce, finished with toasted breadcrumbs and grana Padano.

CAVATELLI GENOVESE RAGU’
$ 43.00

Handmade ricotta cavatelli paired with slow-cooked white beef ragù, onions, soffritto, and a hint of white wine, garnished with grana Padano.

FUSILLI BOLOGNESE RAGU’
$ 39.50

Traditional Italian pork and beef ragù served with fusilli, finished with grana Padano.

SAGE AND CARROT RISOTTO
$ 43.00

A silky sage and carrot risotto with garlic and Swiss gruyere, topped with spicy tuna tartare and fresh creamy burrata for a delightful contrast.

 FROM THE LAND AND SEA 
BEEF TENDERLOIN
$ 59.50

200g chargrilled eye fillet (MB2+) served with creamy mash, grilled bone marrow, seasonal vegetables, and finished with a green peppercorn and cognac sauce.

BRAISED BEEF CHEEK
$ 54.00

72 hours slow-braised beef cheek cooked in red wine jus, paired with velvety mash and pickled red cabbage for a comforting, elegant dish.

ORANGE DUCK LEG
$ 44.00

Sous-vide duck leg glazed with a vibrant orange reduction, served with pink peppercorn, sage and carrot purée, marinated red cabbage and seasonal vegetables.

CHICKEN ROAST
$ 46.00

Prosciutto-wrapped chicken thighs stuffed with spinach, herbs, and mozzarella, roasted to golden perfection, served with charred peperonata (capsicum) and roasted potatoes.

CORAL TROUT ACQUA PAZZA
$ 46.90

Locally caught coral trout gently poached in a fragrant cherry tomato, garlic, and chilli broth, finished with fresh herbs and crispy crostini.

YELLOWFIN TUNA STEAK
$ 44.00

Yellowfin tuna marinated in mojito herbs and chilli, lightly grilled and served with a bright fennel and herb salad and pistachio - light, zesty, and refreshing.

DAINTREE BARRAMUNDI
$ 44.50

Pan-fried Daintree-farmed barramundi fillet with zucchini, lemon and sage curd, and a touch of rainbow trout roe.

 SHARED INDULGENCE 
SEAFOOD PLATTER
$ 178.00

A grand platter of ocean treasures: Moreton Bay bugs, tiger prawns, baby octopus, yellowfin tuna, barramundi, scallops, and mussels - a perfect feast to share.

BEEF TAGLIATA
$ Market

Chargrilled flank or skirt steak, thinly sliced and served with sage and carrot purée, roasted potatoes, beef jus, and mustard. (Subject to availability)

LINGUINE CRAYFISH
$ 149.00

Al dente linguine with a whole 700g painted crayfish, cherry tomatoes, and fragrant herbs. (Subject to availability)

SPAGHETTI CHILLI MUD CRAB
$ Market

Al dente spaghetti paired with succulent mud crab in a rich spicy tomato sauce, laced with basil and fresh herbs. (Subject to availability)

 ON THE SIDES 

ROASTED POTATO
$ 14.00

Crisp roasted potatoes infused with garlic and rosemary, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil.

GREEN LEAF SALAD
$ 14.00

A fresh medley of local leaves tossed with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar.

SAUTEED VEGETABLES
$ 16.00

Sautéed seasonal vegetables with garlic, cracked pepper, and EVO.

MARINATED OLIVES
$ 9.00

House-marinated olives seasoned with fennel seeds, chilli, and lemon zest.

CIABATTA
$ 13.00

Warm stone-baked ciabatta served with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for dipping.

Specialità Della Casa

Seafood Platter

PIATTO DEL PESCATORE

A perfect selection of fresh locally sourced seafood, cooked to order. Featuring reef fish, salmon, prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, mussels, freshly shucked oysters, scallops in shell and marinated baby octopus,

The ultimate in seafood indulgence, let us take you on a journey through the bounty of the sea.

Salmon Carpaccio

CARPACCIO DI SALMONE

Thinly sliced raw Tasmanian salmon, extra virgin olive oil, citrus soy, pepper, parsley and chilli.

The perfect entree combining elegant flavours with framed a hint of chilli. Perfect for the endless sunny days of the tropical north.

SEAFOOD LINGUINE

LINGUINE AI FRUTTI DI MARE

Moreton Bay bugs, prawns, mussels, claims, salmon & barramundi cooked with white wine, basil, chilli and herbs.

A celebration of seafood featuring locally sourced ingredients, all cooked in a stunning white wine reduction set with basil, chilli and herbs.

Local Mud Crab

The freshest, locally caught mud crab, delivered daily and prepared perfectly for you dining pleasure.  Special advance order required.

There are few ways to experience this jewel of coral sea as fresh as this. We carefully select locally caught mud crabs and prepare them for your delectation.

Superb service and food on a steamy Sunday night in November. We had seafood - reef fish and tuna both prepared with great skill. Standout fish meal for us in PD
*****

Ema Wayans

Menu looked good and the rest delivered beyond expectation. Recommend you save room for dessert.
*****

Mark Hopkins

Amazing food! So good we came back for dinner. Lunch, perfect seafood pasta. Dinner, amazing mussels and fillet steak followed by tiramisu.
*****

Mario Andretti
Available daily in our bar area.

Bar & Pizza Menu

Traditional pizzas and bar meals to enjoy, share and while away the tropical days with a beer, cocktail or glass of wine.

LE PIZZE

PIZZA MARGHERITA
$ 25.00

Tomato sauce, fior di latte, basil, oregano, evo.

PIZZA MARINARA
$ 23.00

Tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, evo.

PIZZA NAPOLETANA
$ 26.00

Tomato sauce, fior di latte, anchovy, capers, chilli, olives and basil.

PIZZA SAN DANIELE (white)
$ 30.00

Fior di latte, prosciutto San Daniele, cherry tomatoes, rocket, basil, balsamic glaze, evo.

PIZZA DIAVOLA
$ 28.00

Tomato sauce, fior di latte, spicy salami, olives, basil, oregano, red onion and evo.

PIZZA TONNO E CIPOLLE
$ 28.00

Tomato sauce, fior di latte, tuna, red onion basil, oregano, evo.

PIZZA LEG HAM E FORMAGGIO
$ 28.00

Tomato sauce, mozzarella, leg ham, basil, oregano, evo.

PIZZA CAPRICCIOSA
$ 28.00

Tomato sauce, fior di latte, mushrooms, leg ham, olives, artichokes, basil, oregano, evo.

PIZZA FUNGHI E TARTUFO (white)
$ 29.00

Fior di latte, taleggio, mushrooms, truffle, parsley, evo.

PIZZA QUATTRO FORMAGGI(white)
$ 29.00

Fior di latte, gorgonzola, taleggio, parmesan, oregano, evo.

PIZZA GAMBERETTI & N’DUJA
$ 29.00

Fior di latte, cherry tomatoes, garlic prawns, spicy n’duja, rocket, evo.

FOCACCIE

FOCACCIA BIANCA
$ 18.00

White focaccia with Garlic, rosemary, oregano, evo and olives.

FOCACCIA CAPRESE
$ 20.00

White focaccia topped with a fresh cherry tomatoes and basil salad topped with stracciatella and balsamic glaze.

PIZZA ADD ONS

CALZONE PIZZA
$ 3.00

We can fold any pizza of your choice

FRESH BUFFALO BURRATA
$ 12.00

Add fresh buffalo burrata to any pizza.

PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE
$ 6.00

Add prosciutto San Daniele to any pizza.

SALAME PICCANTE
$ 4.00

Add spicy salami to any pizza.

LEG HAM
$ 4.00

Add premium leg ham to any pizza.

N’DUJA
$ 4.00

Add spicy n’duja to any pizza.

OTHER INGREDIENTS
$ 3.00

Add your choice from: Olives, capers, mushrooms, chilli, garlic, anchovy, rocket.

SIDES

PATATE ARROSTO
$ 14.00

Roasted potatoes, herbs, garlic and evo.

INSALATA MISTA
$ 14.00

Local mixed leaf salad with cherry tomatoes and fetta, dressed with evo oil and white balsamic vinegar.

VERDURE SALTATE
$ 16.00

Seasonal vegetables, olive oil, garlic, pepper.

OLIVE MARINATE
$ 9.00

House marinated olives, chill, fennel seeds and lemon.

CIABATTA
$ 13.00

Stone baked bread roll, served hot, with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

The Perfect dessert to follow the perfect meal

desserts

DOLCI

Choose from our traditional and contemporary Italian desserts.

TIRAMISU
$ 19.00

Savoiardi biscuits soaked in coffee and liqueur layered with zabaglione, mascarpone, cream and dark chocolate.

TORTINO DI CIOCCOLATO
$ 19.00

Premium chocolate warm pudding served with fresh berries, salted caramel and vanilla ice-cream.

AFFOGATO
$ 19.00

House made vanilla ice-cream, espresso coffee, Frangelico and Biscotti

HAZELNUT, RICOTTA & PEAR CAKE
$ 19.00

Hazelnut sponge cake, ricotta, pear and rum, red wine poached pear

PICCOLA PASTICCERIA 4 mini dessert:
$ 26.00

Rum Baba', Cannolo with ricotta, Bigne' with vanilla custard, Mini Tart filled with vanilla custard, pistachio, fresh berries.

Specialità Della Casa

WARM CHOCLATE PUDDING

TORTINO DI CIOCCOLATO

The perfect chocolate dessert. 

Premium chocolate warm pudding served with fresh berries, salted caramel and vanilla ice-cream.

LAYERED COFFEE & CHOCOLATE DESSERT

TIRAMISU

House made, traditional and indulgent.

Savoiardi biscuits soaked in coffee and liqueur layered with zabaglione, mascarpone, cream and dark chocolate.

All prices are GST inclusive. A surcharge of 15% applies on Public Holidays.