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La Gioia, Erina, AU-NSW

La Gioia

4.8 (37)
$41 to $100
Italian
2/8 Karalta Rd, Erina, AU-NSW 2250

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
This is La Gioia,
Where the essence of Italian fine dining is infused with the charm of the Tuscan countryside and the enchanting spirit of La Dolce Vita.

At La Gioia, we invite you to indulge in an exquisite culinary journey, embracing the authentic flavours and heartfelt traditions of Italy. Each dish is crafted with passion, using only the finest ingredients to ensure a truly remarkable dining experience.

Join us and let the romance of Italy sweep you away to a world of impeccable taste and refinement. Experience the joy of dining at La Gioia.

Where every meal is a celebration of life's finest pleasures.

*If you are not seeing availability for your party size, please contact us directly on (02) 4326 1323*

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 4326 1323
  • Website
    http://lagioia.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Giuseppe
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us at info@lagioia.com.au
  • Location
    2/8 Karalta Rd, Erina, AU-NSW 2250
  • Neighborhood
    Erina
  • Cross street
    Karalta Lane
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    B19,20&21 stop at Erina park on Karalta Road.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • $20 PASTAS AND SALADS

    Multiple dates available
    Join us here at La Gioia for $20 pastas and salads. From Tuesday to Friday, at each lunch service we are offering any choice of pasta or salad for only $20! Whether it's a quick business lunch or long lunches with friends, we've got you covered for a decadent meal.
    $20 PASTAS AND SALADS Photo

  • The Night of the Meat: $39 Wagyu MBS6+ Striploin

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Thursday evening and feast on our Wagyu Striploin MBS6+ tagliata style on a bed of rocket with parmesan cheese and cherry truss tomatoes for only $39!
    The Night of the Meat: $39 Wagyu MBS6+ Striploin Photo

  • Aperitivo Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Who doesn’t love a good cocktail or two?! 🍸🍊Join us at La Gioia every Friday and Saturday night for an unforgettable Italian aperitivo experience with $14 cocktails all night long! Gather your friends and toast to the weekend with delicious sips that will transport you straight to Italy! Cheers to great company and even better cocktails all night long!
    Aperitivo Hour Photo

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What 37 people are saying

La Gioia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Gioia offers an exceptional dining experience with "service and cleanliness" that are "absolutely phenomenal." Guests rave about the "comfort food, served in a traditional Italian way," and "presentation, flavors and quality of the food" being "first class." The ambiance is both "unique and luxurious," making it a must-visit.
37 Reviews

  1. Kirstie

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family of 5 adults thoroughly enjoyed our dinner on Saturday, as all the food was comfort food, served in a traditional Italian way. The service from Courtney was exceptional and our drinks and meals were served in a timely manner. The $14 cocktails went down a treat and the pistachio gelato was to die for. We we will be coming back !

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  2. Huxley

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Right from the moment I walked in the doors my partner and I were greeted with excellent service and led to our table. I had booked this for my partner's birthday and they were kind enough to give her a little birthday card as well as complimentary bubbly. They gave us a perfect amount of time to see what we wanted to get started with, we ended up choosing the GAMBERI CON CAVOLO as well as TRIS DI BRUSCHETTE. These were both absolutely impeccable. the prawns were cooked to perfection with amazing presentation and the taste of the Bruschette was out of this world. We then got Beef Ragu and Con Nduja. The presentation for the mains were quite ordinary but the taste was amazing! For dessert we got the Nutella Infused panna cotta and the Tiramisu. The Tiramisu was not as strong as the ones I've previously had but it still tasted delicious and the panna Cotta was very rich and creamy. The service and ambiance of this place was definitely something to note, all of the waiters/waitresses were more than happy to help at any point in time and always checking up on us to see if we needed anything.

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  3. Peter

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at La Gioia is a gourmet experience. It is surprising that a fine dining restaurant would set up in Erina rather than Terrigal or Avoca but we're glad they did ! Four of us (mature age) went on 'locals' night (Tuesday) after a long weekend so it was a bit quiet. We all enjoyed our entrees and mains. The presentation, flavours and quality of the food were first class and we would definitely return. The service was professional and attentive. It is always a risk to try a new restaurant but we can recommend La Gioia to any discerning diner. Try it and you wont be disappointed !

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  4. Philip

    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good with good portion sizes. Presentation was very good. The interior was very nice and comfortable. The service was very good and the wait staff were very attentive. The one thing that was disappointing was that the cocktails were advertised and offered at the restaurant for $ 14 each. When ordering the drink it was never mentioned that the cheaper price was for a few on a selected list. This was only realised when paying the bill. Normal price was $ 22. This was the only disappointment of the evening. Being clear about what you are offering is important to avoid bill shock. All in all a wonderful experience.

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  5. Rebecca

    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, good food, nice atmosphere for a small group. Will definitely return.

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  6. Tammy

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely phenomenal! From the service and cleanliness to the food and beverages, this beautiful restaurant offers a unique and luxurious experience. I will definitely be returning, we were thrilled with our dining experience at La Gioia.

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  7. Rachael

    New South Wales1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and beautiful restaurant! one of my new favorites although i will mention i'm not sure what happened in the kitchen as our mains took almost an hour or so to come out and we were one of the first tables to order Entrees and drink service was fast

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  8. Neil

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful evening. Menu extensive, with delicious sounding options. What we had was excellent. Service from the young lady looking after us was next level, she is a credit to the restaurant The owner/s should be proud of what they have accomplished.

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  9. Laurice

    New South Wales3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love going here! We brought some friends along to introduce them to this fabulous restaurant! They were very impressed also. Food is delicious, wine is brilliant and the service is always professional and friendly. We love the quietness also, it makes such a huge difference to your dining experience. Thanks again for such enjoyable dining experience, we will be back again soon! Apologies for being the last to leave also!

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  10. Anthony

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow what a great new place. Went here for our wedding anniversary. The food was just delicious. We had the Duck Ragout and the Rigatoni. Both excellent. Tiramisu and Panna cotta after, were also really lovely. The staff were great. Great service and super friendly.

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FAQs

La Gioia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 4326 1323.

La Gioia is rated 4.8 stars by 37 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for La Gioia

2/8 Karalta Rd, Erina, AU-NSW 2250

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Karalta Lane
  • Neighborhood
    Erina
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Modern Tuscan
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    B19,20&21 stop at Erina park on Karalta Road.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Giuseppe
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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