Bar fittings up for sale
FURNITURE and other items from a popular Surfers Paradise riverside bar are being advertised for sale on Facebook – including the kitchen sink.
According to posts online last week, Cocoon Lounge Bar and Dining is selling a number of items, from tables and seating to light fittings, the kitchen equipment and the point-of-sale register. However there’s no explanation of why.
Cocoon, a hotspot for functions that is featured heavily on Instagram, is the brainchild of well-known Gold Coast hospitality operator Joey Lamattina, who declined to comment on the equipment sale. “It’s a private matter and it’s no one’s business,” he said.
There were two posts last week on Facebook by “Andre Jo” and “Mosco Andre” saying everything was up for sale, available to pick up the next week.
“I have all this and it’s in excellent condition, open a five-star restaurant, man cave etc. The prices are set and realistic so contact us for pricing as I have to sell it all. Lots of equipment I have on hand and the majority will be available for pick up next week.”
The post is accompanied by pictures of the items for sale, which include tables and dining chairs, cushioned arm chairs, custom eggshaped chairs, curtained daybeds, cube stools, high chairs, custom light fittings, deep fryers, pizza ovens, a point-of-sale system and register, dishwashing sinks, bar fixtures, an outdoor heater and more.
Both Facebook profiles were created in 2018.
Open since July 2015, the prime location waterfront lounge bar is licensed by Old School Brother Pty Ltd, whose director and secretary is Rebecca Lamattina.
Mr Lamattina was also the brains behind well-regarded DJ hotspot Platinum Nightclub at Broadbeach, which was sold after more than a decade of ownership.