La Costa Restaurant

Fortitude Valley’s dining crowd knows exactly where to drop in for serious abbondanza. La Costa brings gorgeous exterior charm and a vibrant, stylish atmosphere straight to Brunswick Street. Forget the stiff fine-dining act—this is all about unapologetic, carb-heavy joy backed by warm, chaotic-in-the-best-way trattoria hospitality. Valley regulars pack the tables for the legendary Wednesday night all-you-can-eat pizza and gnocchi deal. Ninety minutes. Endless plates. The creamy pumpkin and Italian sausage gnocchi is an absolute knockout. Not a Wednesday? The sprawling menu still delivers. Those hunting for a stellar pre-concert dinner before hitting the nearby Old Museum Hall usually point to the flawless spaghetti marinara or the loaded carnivora pizza. Fast service. Beautiful drinks. Pure Italian comfort done right.