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About Gold Coast Central Restaurants
Gold Coast Central is in the Gold Coast Region. In Gold Coast Central, restaurants are as diverse as they are numerous, attracting people from surrounding areas. More restaurants can be found in suburbs around Gold Coast Central.
Award Winning Restaurants in Gold Coast Central
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Restaurant Styles in Gold Coast Central
Dining in Gold Coast Central can be an exciting and rewarding experience. Tipping is optional in restaurants, but none the less very much appreciated. If you are pleased with the service it is customary to leave a tip of 5-10%.
Every restaurant operates on their own opening and closing times but as a guide:
- Breakfast: 7am - 10am
- Lunch: 12noon – 2pm
- Dinner: 6pm - 9:30pm
* We advise you check individual restaurant opening hours before visiting.
Gold Coast Central Restaurant Ratings
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Restaurant Facilities in Gold Coast Central
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Restaurant Prices in Gold Coast Central
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We hope our overview of restaurants in Gold Coast Central has been of assistance.
Cuisine: Italian/Steak/Seafood
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Cnr Hamilton Ave & Surfers Paradise Blvd Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
The Velardo family has its roots in Naples, Italy but now shares with you its recipes & love at its Alfresco on Elston Ristorante in Surfers Paradise. Pull up a seat & join the family at this casual, family friendly restaurant that assures your dining experience, is every bit Southern Italian without travelling further than Surfers. Whether your a family, couple or a group of friends wanting an easy night out, Alfresco on Elston ensures its excellent value for money, so no one goes home hungry !
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $40
Address: 28 Chairlift Ave Nobby Beach QLD 4218
Vibrant colours and an enticing atmosphere is on offer at Barchino, in the buzzing Nobby's Beach dining precinct, on the Gold Coast. This funky cafe spills out onto the pavement, offering easy-breezy alfresco dining......
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Cuisine: Charcoal Grill
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Shop 57 Oasis Shopping Centre Broadbeach QLD 4218
Beachouse Grillbar is located in the heart of Broadbeach on Victoria Avenue Mall and offers an alluring setting, in a easy beachy setting in the heart of the buzzing dining precinct. Enjoy the seasalt breeze while savouring the freshest seafood, prime steaks from the char grill, ice-cold beers, cocktails or choose from the sumptuous wine selection. Beachhouse offers a stylish yet unpretentious space with an ambience unashamedly reminiscent of a classic Australian beach house.....
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Cuisine: Mediterranean
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 151 Scarborough St Southport QLD 4215
Bella Luna is a rare jewel on the Gold Coast, where Italian influences and Mediterranean infused meals take centre stage. This charming restaurant, tucked away at the northern end of Scarborough St, is a tantalising treat for all the senses. Set in one of Southport's last original heritage buildings; dine in a venue reflecting a rustic charm and distinct character. The original 1910 timber building in the heart of Southport, is iconic and exudes a charming appeal..........
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Cuisine: Italian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Shop 4, 99 Frank Street Labrador QLD 4215
Down-to-earth, consistent & just plain enjoyable sums up Charlie’s Pizzeria in Labrador. The smells of Garlic, Oregano and freshly baking Pizzas as you enter are almost as welcoming as the genuine display of hospitality you get from the enthusiastic staff. Despite the unpretentious décor, this family run pizzeria pumps out some of the best pizzas around. Other offerings are just as appealing such as the Fettuccine Pavarotti cook al dente or the Don Camillo.
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Cuisine: Thai
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Crown Towers Resort , 5-19 Palm Avenue Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
One of 3 sister restaurants, Chiang Mai Thai Surfers paradise continues to impress as one of the Gold Coasts best Thai restaurants. Located in the Crown Towers Resort, dining here is like being a guest of the hospitable Theravanish family – everyone inside seems happy. Traditionally dressed wait staff are eager to please and the mood is relaxed. Sure all the traditional classics are on the menu, but all dishes are prepared fresh and they’re great! For starters try the Tom Yam Goong.
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Cuisine: Thai
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 1-2/28 Chairlift Avenue Nobby Beach QLD 4218
A well kept secret? I think not! Ask just about anyone on the Gold Coast where to find good Thai food & invariably you will get the response Chiang Mai Thai. This Nobbys Beach venue (one of 3 sister restaurants), is at the heart of the action. You can dine alfresco or alternatively the neon signage gives way to a special little dining room where the food becomes the main event. The menu itself offers few surprises but what arrives is based on fresh market produce & one oh so well.
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Cuisine: Thai
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 2779 Gold Coast Highway Broadbeach QLD 4218
Not just the food, but the décor, chefs, waitstaff, and traditional hospitality really do recreate a genuine Thai experience here. Chiang Mai Thai Broadbeach is one of 3 sister restaurants that have established a following of content regular diners. And rightly so, the food here is damn good! Try the Spicy Larb Beef Salad with fresh chilli, lemon juice & herbs or the Choo Chi Curry – a dry Thai curry with seafood, coconut cream & fresh chilli. Regulars know the deal by now and book in advance.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $50
Address: Shop 10, 26 Tedder Avenue Main Beach QLD 4215
Located on the northern end of the fashionable Tedder Avenue, Chill stands out from the rest; with its crisp white facade, modern décor & winning cuisine. Inside a warm greeting awaits & a room full of colour & aroma. A delightful menu executed by Chef Daran Glasgow offers tantalising delights such as 'seared fresh Fremantle scallops with angel hair pasta', 'smoked Yarra tomato beurre blanc' and 'crispy duck leg confit with potato fondant, creamed savoy cabbage, sweet potato & thyme boudin'....
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Cuisine: Steak/Seafood/Pasta/Mediterranean
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $45
Address: Cnr Woodroffe & Tedder Avenues Main Beach QLD 4215
It’s stylish, it’s cool and it’s buzzing with beautiful people. Domanis Cafe Restaurant Bar on Tedder Avenue has obviously won the hearts of Main Beach locals. With its agreeable alfresco dining area and modish tapas & cocktail bar Domanis is not short of character. The food too is an obvious crowd pleaser. Friendly staff ferry out servings of lightly battered salt & pepper calamari, Crispy Skin Atlantic Salmon, and Garlic & Basil Linguine. Note: it’s worth stretching the tummy for dessert.
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Cuisine: Italian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Shop 18-20, 15 Victoria Avenue, Victoria Square Broadbeach QLD 4218
Located towards the beach end of Victoria Square in Broadbeach, Mama Roma oozes with traditional Italian appeal. Thoughtful preparation, seasonal produce and accomplished hospitable service come standard at this inviting ground floor restaurant. An all-weather alfresco dining area enjoys light sea breezes but the food remains very much the focus. A classic menu offers an impressive collection of Pizza, pasta, steak and seafood options – but Mama Roma’s signature dish is a certain highlight.
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $15.00 to $25.00, Main $25.00 to $35.00,
Address: 3184 Surfers Paradise Blvd (Circle on Cavill) Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Perle Contemporary Dining and Lounge Bar offers a unique dining venue, unlike anything else offered on the Gold Coast. Located in the chic Circle on Cavill building, amongst the vibrant dining precinct in Surfers Paradise, guests can enjoy a pampering in a opulent setting. Step into a venue boasting lavish décor; with clean crisp lines, floor to ceiling wine cellar, intimate lounge booths and the famous bars water feature, you can expect an evening of blissful indulgence.
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Cuisine: Italian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $60
Address: Waterfront, Level One, Marina Mirage, Seaworld Dve Main Beach QLD 4215
Ristorante Fellini is located in Marina Mirage, it has impeccable service & a spectacular waterfront location, with wide open windows overlooking the marina. With breathtaking panoramic views across the Gold Coast Broadwater, from its location on the upper level of Marina Mirage, brothers Tony and Carlo Percuoco, sister Anna Cacace, chef Richard Burt and partner Raffaele Di Benedetto have established this venue as a premium restaurant specialising in authentic fresh, home-made Italian cuisine..
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Cuisine: Japanese Noodle
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $25
Address: Shop 2, 54 Thomas Drive Chevron Island QLD 4217
Shimbashi Soba So Good Japanese Restaurant, (originally established in 1954 in Japan), is quickly climbing to famed heights for its healthy, organic & flavoursome soba noodle dishes. After the success of their Sydney restaurant, Master Yoshi Shibazaki & his wife, Keiko bring freshly made soft textured Soba & Udon noodles to Chevron Island's vibrant eat-streets. Try the myriad of tasty combinations and experience the life enhancing and healthy benefits of eating organic Japanese soba noodles.
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Cuisine: Modern Japanese Cuisine
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 2519 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
Two restaurants with different concepts located next door to one another. Be enticed at Teppan RYU & Casual Dining TORA. Step inside and be greeted by eye-catching décor; silver, grey and black furnishings, tea-light candles; splashes of vibrant colour & crisp white table cloths; one of the Gold Coast's most popular Japanese restaurants. Savour creative Japanese meals and traditional cuisine, whipped up with entertaining flair by the talented teppanyaki chef who boasts over 10 years experience
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Cuisine: French inspired
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: 1/37 Musgrave Avenue, Chirn Park Southport QLD 4215
There are plenty of reasons to stop at this crowd pleasing Southport eatery. For starters there’s the Mongolian Beef Salad tossed with Hokkien noodles and Asian vegetables, or coconut tempura prawns with dipping sauce. If you’re after something more substantial try the roast crispy skin snapper on crunchy polenta triangles and wok-fried oriental vegetables. With smart décor, an agreeable wine list and service that follows suit, there is every reason to linger longer. The coffee’s good too!
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Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Entree $13.00 to $19.00, Main $28.00 to $37.00,
Address: Cnr T.E.Peters and Sunshine Boulevard Broadbeach QLD 4218
For unique Modern Australian cuisine with a hint of Asian flavour, Verve Restaurant Café & Bar at Broadbeach is the place to go. With edgy, contemporary décor; crisp, white linen, rich wooden floorboards and Asian ornaments, Verve is warm, welcoming and a little exotic. Chef’s specialities may include; Slow Cooked Beef Cheek w/ Mooloolaba prawns, garlic butter, glazed dutch carrots, & tatsoy. For wine connoisseurs there is a novel selection of quality vintage drops available.
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Cuisine: Steak Seafood & Mediterranean
Price: Main $12.90 to $33.00, Dessert $4.50 to $8.00
Address: 7/300 Marine Pde Labrador QLD 4215
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Cuisine: Italian
Price: Average Price For Entree & Main - $35
Address: Santorini by the Sea Nobby Beach QLD 4218
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