Madame V

Madame V brings modern Asian cooking to the Palm Beach dining scene on the southern Gold Coast. It sits in the Village Palm Beach development on Palm Beach Avenue and comes from the creators of Little Truffle, BiN and Ridgeway Catering, so it shares a pedigree with one of the Gold Coast's longest-standing fine dining names. The official Gold Coast tourism organisation includes it in its guide to the city's hatted restaurants.

The restaurant describes its food as an immersion of Asian cuisines with flair. The interior leans into an opulent, oriental luxe look, with draped curtains lining the walls and chandeliers casting a warm light, which sets it apart from the breezy beach style of many coastal venues. It is a room designed for lingering over dinner rather than a quick bite between swims, and the dimmed, warm lighting makes it particularly suited to evening dining. The tourism board's suggested dish is sticky pork ribs with a black vinegar caramel, and the full a la carte, beverage and feast menus can be viewed on the website before you book.

There are several ways to dine. The a la carte menu covers the full range, a banquet option suits groups who want the kitchen to choose, and a midweek feast menu offers another set format. Sample menus for the private dining rooms are posted on the website for those planning a celebration or a business dinner, and a separate beverage list covers wine and cocktails. Yum cha has also featured on Sundays, so check the website for the current programme.

Madame V suits couples on a night out, groups of friends and private celebrations. The private dining rooms make it a practical choice for birthdays, family gatherings and work dinners where a group wants its own space. Booking is advisable, especially at weekends, and reservations are made through the website.

Dinner is served Tuesday to Saturday from 5pm until late, and lunch runs on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30am to 3pm. Allow around two hours for dinner. For enquiries about private dining or larger groups, contact the team by phone or by email at the address published on the website.