Lewis Land Group has reopened its newly refashioned The Komo in Woody Point, to delight locals and visitors to the area.
The company acquired the Mon Komo Hotel late last year and promptly closed it, in November.
It has spent the past five months and $3 million renovating, including a tweak to the moniker to simply The Komo.
Doors reopened for the first time Tuesday (20 April), for what was reportedly a “great day” welcoming hundreds of people across lunch, dinner and drinks.
“We had overwhelmingly positive feedback from all customers who visited – both on the food and the venue,” said a spokesperson. “Our top sellers for the day were our Charcoal Rotisserie Porchetta and half chicken.”
The new offering features numerous bars, dining options and conference and wedding facilities, with an updated food concept revolving around a charcoal rotisserie that is the only one of its kind in the region.
Newly renovated terraces have been slightly raised, to showcase the sweeping views of Moreton Bay and Island. The terraces are reminiscent of Palm Springs, finished in soft pinks and reds amid gardens full of succulents.
The Komo will be open all day, every day, for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with breakfast service beginning 3 May.
“Lewis Land Group purchased the pub in September last year and we’ve been looking forward to giving this well-known venue the revival it deserves,” said Queensland regional manager Chris Allison.
“We’re of course also hoping the refurbished Komo attracts domestic tourists as our views of Moreton Bay and islands are unmatched. Or the most succulent charcoal roasted chicken is sure to get people jumping in their cars!”
Lewis Land Group (LLG) hired over one hundred new employees for the venue. The company is an equal opportunity employer and sought staff of all ages and backgrounds, with a true emphasis on recruiting from the local community. The Hotel is now the second-biggest employer in the area.
“We’ve also been able to source additional team members from our sister pub, The Belvedere, just down the road,” added Allison. “Several staff have transferred to The Komo in key roles in management, kitchen and food and beverage supervisors.”
LLG is one of Australia’s oldest private property developers, founded in 1957, and prides itself on restoring local venues to their position as key social meeting places for communities.
It holds a portfolio of residential, retail and leisure properties, with a suite of strong hotels in Sydney and Queensland, also including The Fiddler at Rouse Hill, and the Camden Valley Inn.
