Australian restaurateur Chris Lucas has announced plans to open his first restaurant in Canberra, a Mediterranean concept named Carlotta. In collaboration with QIC, Lucas is bringing his revolutionary style of dining with a localised elevated Mediterranean concept, located at the Canberra Centre on Scotts Crossing, set to open in Spring 2024.
Lucas is responsible for some of Melbourne and Sydney’s most innovative and loved dining institutions including the renowned Chin Chin, Grill Americano and Kisumé, as well as the transformation of the 80 Collins Street precinct in Melbourne – home to his revered Society.
Lucas said, “QIC share my vision for working with like-minded creatives to develop exciting precincts with world-class restaurants and bars that set the benchmark for Australian design excellence. Our last collaboration at 80 Collins Street which saw the creation of the stunning Society Dining Room, Lillian Brasserie, and high octane Yakimono is a testament to our shared vision of growing cities through experiences.”
“I’ve witnessed from afar how exciting and energetic the Canberra food scene has become, and I can’t wait to open Carlotta and work with the incredible array of local producers, growers and hospitality talent.”
Chris Lucas, a leader in the hospitality development space is partnering with QIC to drive value to the property asset
QIC’s General Manager of Asset Creation and Investment Management, Martin Dowl, said “Following our very successful long-term collaboration with Lucas Restaurants at 80 Collins Street in Melbourne, QIC is very excited to be partnering with Chris again. This new venture highlights our collective passion for timeless design, delectable cuisine and vibrant experiences.
“We know that in Carlotta, Chris Lucas will be creating a dining destination that not only reflects our shared commitment to excellence, but also celebrates the local produce, talent and spirit of this dynamic city and contributes to the burgeoning food scene we are building at Canberra Centre.”
Canberra boasts one of Australia’s fastest growing food scenes – buoyed by an increasingly youthful population, Canberra is a dynamic and vibrant city with a thirst for experiential dining and nighttime experiences.
Construction of the new restaurant is underway, with further details around the core team, branding, menu, and opening dates to be shared ahead of the spring 2024 opening.
