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Gold Coast Restaurants

On this journey of dining on the Gold Coast, we will take you on the locals' ride and find a restaurant which fits your taste. It could take months to discover all of the culinary delights the Gold Coast has to offer and you would still be hungry for more. There is no need to argue about which restaurant you should start with; just leave it to us. We will take you on a culinary journey on the Gold Coast, stopping at restaurants which are guaranteed to satisfy your soul before they fill your stomach with food. 

Popular Cuisines : Cafe  Modern Australian  Japanese  Italian  Indian  Thai  Seafood  Chinese  

"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Social Eating House Banquet ExperienceCelebratory Shared DiningAt Social Eating House, our banquet experience is designed for shared dining and celebration. Enjoy a curated menu of standout dishes, crafted for flavour and variety, perfect for groups looking to...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique
Sunday Lunch Seafood and Grill Buffet with Flowing MimosasSeafood Buffet for $109Sample a variety of fresh local seafood for the ultimate sea to table experience. Ocean treasures include Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, spanner crabs, Moreton Bay bugs and more. Land lo...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Modern MediterraneanHappy hour daily 4–6pmBar Leo brings modern Mediterranean flavour to Sorrento with fresh, locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates, melt in your mouth Australian grown wagyu & black angus steaks and share-style di...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef’s Signature Degustation Menu$260 per personExperience refined Cantonese dining with T’ang Court’s Chef’s Signature Degustation Menu, a luxurious multi-course journey designed for sharing. Begin with delicate dim sum and house-made spring ro...
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
Private DiningSmall GroupsOur private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive experience, perfect for small group special occasions and corporate functions. Click on more info to book:
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience the hustle and bustle of innovative izakaya dining at Yamagen in Surfers Paradise. Nestled in the QT Hotel on Staghorn Avenue, this vibrant restaurant blends old-school Japanese traditio...
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
Offering a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast, discerning diners head to Palette on Bundall Road in Surfers Paradise for a meal to remember. Nestled in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palett...
Chef-Curated Private Dining MenuSeasonal TastesEnjoy an elegant private dining experience with a carefully curated menu. Start with focaccia, warm olives, or a choice of entrées including Heirloom Beetroot Salad, Zucchini Flower, Beef Tartare, ...
Juju

Juju

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Banquet Chef’s Menu at Juju$99pp!Indulge in Juju’s Banquet Chef’s Menu – a curated feast showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters, delicate sashimi, rich steak tartare, lobster gnudi and tender...
Eddy + Wolff

Eddy + Wolff

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Robina

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s premier hidden gem on Commerce Drive in Robina, Eddy + Wolff — an intimate dining space where bold Southeast Asian flavours meet refined technique. With just 24 seats and ...
Flavours That Elevate Every OccasionSteak & Wine, PerfectedAt Moo Moo Gold Coast, we’re passionate about creating an unforgettable steak and wine experience. From premium Australian and Wagyu beef to fresh seafood and seasonal dishes, every plate is crafte...
Madame V

Madame V

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Palm Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Immerse yourself in Asian cuisine with flair at Gold Coast restaurant, Madame V on Palm Beach Avenue in Palm Beach. A colourful front door opens into a stylish interior decorated with vibrant Asian...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Open the barn door at Etsu Izakaya on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to discover a magical mystery tour of Japanese share-plate dining. Moody surrounds of neon signage, walls plastered with ph...
Long LunchFriday-Sunday$110pp for a 5-course snack menu designed to share, two hours of bottomless spritzes, wine and beer, DJs on Saturdays. Best served with your closest friends and a beachside breeze.
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
12 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s trendiest seafood dining destination and meeting place at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. Brought to diners by the team behind Moo Moo Gold C...
Jimmy Wah's

Jimmy Wah's

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Feed Me at Jimmy Wah'sBook now!Discover Jimmy Wah’s Feed Me dinner experience, with a sample menu showcasing the style and flavours you can expect. Think tempura oysters, betel leaf barramundi, crispy spring rolls, shiitake dump...
La Stradina

La Stradina

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Coolangatta

La Stradina's Midweek EscapeWednesday Nights ElevatedEvery Wednesday at La Stradina, we offer a 3-course degustation menu for $60 per person. Our chef-curated selection of entrées, mains, and desserts is designed to transform a regular weeknight into...
Pink Monkey

Pink Monkey

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

Sunset Social Presents Sins at Sunset1pm - 8pmStep into golden hour at Sunset Social x Pink and let Burleigh set the mood. Sip, dance and connect as the sun lingers and the energy builds with food and drink specials. There's rooftop vibes, gre...
Meltemi

Meltemi

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

Greek Easter Lunch 12th AprilBook early! selling fastCelebrate Greek Easter at Meltemi Mediterrania with a vibrant long lunch inspired by the traditions of the Greece. Guests will enjoy a Greek Easter banquet menu — $89pp, designed for sharing and b...
Classic Thai Flavours in BroadbeachAuthentic Thai DiningAt More Thai Broadbeach, we bring the vibrant flavours of Thailand to the heart of the Gold Coast. Our menu showcases authentic Thai favourites made with fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs and tradi...