Media Release

March 25, 2010 

FOOD, WINE AND COFFEE ROCKETS IN CBDROBINA

Two new eateries have joined the lineup of businesses at The Rocket, CBDRobina's iconic commercial tower, giving its waterfront retail precinct a strong food focus.

The additions are Anatoli Kebabs, which opened at the end of January, and a Vietnamese eatery, O-Me-Ly Bar and Restaurant, expected to welcome its first customers at Easter.

The two new eateries join Kafiend, a licensed cafe with funky decor, in the 14-outlet, 1800 square metre retail precinct, which fronts Lake Lido at the base of the 16-storey tower.

The $110 million building, opposite Robina Station and hospital at the junction of Robina Town Centre Drive and Laver Drive, is a signature project for Robina Projects Australia which completed another office project, CBDRobina's three-storey Campus Alpha building, in early 2009.

The Rocket, an A-grade office tower was completed at the end of December and is to be Gold Coast City’s premier corporate address.

Anatoli Kebabs is operated by Dogan and Meral Daricili and occupies an 83 square metre space on a five-year lease.

The O-Me-Ly Bar and Restaurant, will occupy a 119 square metre space and is being opened by Linda Tran who also operates a restaurant in Broadbeach.

The restaurant will operate under a 3 year lease with options.

Kaffiend, which occupies an 80 square metre space with a 50 square metre alfresco area, opened in November and is operated by Troy Pellowe under a five-year lease.

All parties say they chose The Rocket due to its outstanding visual appeal and quality, its prime waterfront location close to Skilled Park stadium and Robina train station, and the fact that CBDRobina is destined to become Gold Coast City’s premier commercial centre. 

Dogan and Meral Daricili have been Robina residents for eight years and have witnessed the rapid growth of CBDRobina over that time.

We know that CBDRobina will become a large and important commercial centre and we are confident the business will do well," said Mrs Daricili.

"The Rocket provided the opportunity to establish an inviting outlet in a building of the highest quality in a prime location close to the station and the Gold Coast's stunning new sports stadium."

The Rocket outlet is the second for the couple who have been in the business for more than 10 years on the Gold Coast and established their first Anatoli Kebabs in the 19th Avenue Shopping Centre at Elanora in April last year.

Before opening the Elanora outlet, now under management, the couple worked with family members, operating kebab outlets in the Oasis at Broadbeach and in the Coolangatta Beach House Resort.

Mrs Daricili says she and her husband are getting to know their customers and The Rocket outlet is developing a loyal clientele.

"We have a passion for kebabs, which are wholesome meals, combining meat with grain and fresh salad vegetables, and we are committed to freshness and quality," she said.

"Our offering, which at present includes vegetarian kebabs, Mediterranean cuisine and coffee, will  be extended as the business becomes established."

Anatoli Kebabs features a striking green and orange fitout, with orange signifying the  cooking meat and green representing fresh vegetables.

O-Me-Ly Bar and Restaurant operator Linda Tran says The Rocket offers an outstanding venue in the Gold Coast's premier growth centre, close to major transport and recreational facilities.

She says The Rocket restaurant, will feature a high quality fitout and offer an a la carte menu as well as lunch specials.

Ms Tran has many years' experience in the food industry and has operated her Broadbeach outlet for seven years.

"The Rocket restaurant will feature an extensive menu of popular Vietnamese dishes, replicating the offerings at the Broadbeach restaurant," she said. 

"I see the restaurant as increasing the choice of food available in CBDRobina and expect to develop a regular clientele as the business becomes established." 

Kafiend's fitout features red, orange, charcoal and black and the restaurant includes stone dry-top bars with seating as well as tables.

It opens early for breakfast with dishes including old favourites such as bacon and eggs, and offers organic and free-range produce and fresh fruit.

Foccacia sandwiches, melts, light meals and specialty dishes are also on the menu.

Hylton Slater, General Manager of Robina Projects Australia whose developments include the office buildings HQ @ Robina and Eastside, said the addition of the eateries was indicative of the strong appeal of The Rocket precinct.

"The tower features an iconic design, occupies a trophy waterfront site close to the Gold Coast's premier sports ground and is also  close to Robina Town Centre, the city's leading destination shopping, dining and cinema venue," he said.

"As such it has strong appeal to retail businesses, which have the benefit of a clientele drawn from the passing parade to complement that of Robina residents and the CBDRobina workforce.

"Discussions are in progress for sale and lease of a number of commercial and retail spaces in the tower."

Other businesses in the retail precinct include a Night Owl convenience store, and real estate agency Robina Marketing Australia.

The Rocket provides 11,000 square metres of office space and has basement parking for more than 400 vehicles.  

Along with companion project The Wharf, two eight-level buildings sharing 73 apartments and five ground-level commercial spaces, it forms a fresh and appealing lifestyle precinct.

The Wharf's commercial spaces are designed for enterprises servicing the needs of businesses in The Rocket and other CBDRobina office buildings.

Robina Marketing Australia's Marcus Weld, who is marketing The Rocket and The Wharf, said inquiry was strong for retail and office space.

"The Rocket is a standout feature of the Robina skyline and, with iconic lines and presentation complementing a prime waterfront location, it cannot fail to impress," he said.

"Its workspaces are aesthetically pleasing and meet the highest standards of environmental excellence.

"These qualities complement the visual appeal and the location of the tower, stirring the interest of corporations and professionals as well as boutique retail business operators."

Retail precinct spaces range from 88 square metres to 265 square metres and businesses being sought include restaurants, espresso bar, a fine wine outlet, cafes, day spa, hair salon, beautician, real estate office, homeware outlet, newsagent, bakery and delicatessen.

The Rocket's office spaces range from 90 square metres to whole floorplates of 790 square metres.

The Wharf’s ground-level commercial spaces range from 85 square metres to 175 square metres.