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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. 
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30:AM

Surfers Paradise

13 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day Long LunchCitrique's Seafood BuffetSpoil all the remarkable Mother’s to new heights and celebrate the finesse. Celebrate Mother’s Day with Citrique’s award-winning culinary, exquisitely paired with the finest local seafood selectio...
Miss Moneypenny's Broadbeach

Miss Moneypenny's Broadbeach

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00:PM

Broadbeach

12 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
MOTHER'S DAY - SUNDAY 12 MAYBOOK NOWSpoil your Mum this Mother’s Day at Miss Moneypenny’s! Book for lunch or dinner at Miss Moneypenny’s on Mother’s Day and spoil Mum with a glass of G.H. Mumm Champagne on arrival or a bottle for ...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30:PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Dining at Etsu IzakayaBook a Table Today!Etsu Izakaya is modern Japanese izakaya style dining. Our dishes are designed to be shared and served steadily during the course of the evening. Order again and again, share with your friends or co...
Wednesday 50% OFF The Entire Food MenuBook Now!Indulge in a delectable dining experience with our exclusive offer. For a limited time, 50% OFF our entire food menu every Wednesday! Choose from our diverse menu from our skilled chef in which ...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

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

Broadbeach

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Looking for somewhere 'social'? Social Eating House & Bar by Executive Chef, Matt Jefferson and his team is just the place you're looking for! Located at the base of Broadbeach's Oracle building, t...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Italian"
Balboa Italian

Balboa Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00:PM

Palm Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Autumn has arrived at BalboaBook now!Exciting news! You can now indulge in the delicious flavours of fall at Balboa Italian. Our new autumn menu is here, and it is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer dining in or enj...
Locals' FridayLooking After LocalsIt's always fast times at Fat Freddy's and every Friday is Locals Friday with LIVE music from 4pm and the Made Members Cash Draw and Meat Raffle from 5pm. To book your table, call (07) 5655 0784
Manolas Deli Bar Bistro
Mother's Day Lunch & DinnerBookings Open NowJoin us to celebrate all the Mama's this Mother's Day with an exclusive a la carte menu and a glass of bubbles on arrival. We book out every Mother's Day so bookings are essential for both lunch an...
$2 Rib Night! Wednesday OnlyWednesdays just got a whole lot saucier with our sizzling offer - $2 Rib Night! Brace yourself for a finger-licking feast and indulge in pork, chicken or corn ribs! The perfect mid-week dinner that...
Indulge Mom: Mother's Day Lunch at Mason Winery!Mothers Day LunchJoin us for an unforgettable Mother's Day celebration at Mason Winery! Treat Mom to a delightful lunch experience for only $99 per person, inclusive of a complimentary glass of sparkling wine. ...
Ladybird Restaurant & Bar

Ladybird Restaurant & Bar

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30:AM

Main Beach

Gather your Gorgeous Gozen! Book Today!Enjoy a fabulous lunch with a fabulous view of the water. Get the delicious goss updates over 9 delicious courses with our new grazing lunch designed to share.
Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach overlooking Victoria Park, multi-award-winning Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill is undoubtedly considered the Gold Coast’s best steak restaurant. Moo Moo...
Those looking for a fine Modern Australian dining experience presented in an intimate setting head to Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach. This elegant restauran...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Cuban"
The Cuban

The Cuban

Cuban   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00:PM

Broadbeach

Calling all amigos and families! Book Now!Our big table is ready to host your grand gatherings and special occasions! Whether it's a fiesta with friends or a family feast, we've got the space and the flair to make it memorable. Explore our...
TIGHT TUESDAY GET FREE MEZZE PLATTER Spend $99 and receive a complimentary Mezze Platter, valued at $33. Mezze Platter: Zeytoon Parvardeh, Mirza Ghasemi, Boraani Laboo, Hummus and Turkish Bread + Flat Persian Bread
Palette

Palette

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

Surfers Paradise

15 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...
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30:PM

Surfers Paradise

12 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...
Banksy Bar & Kitchen

Banksy Bar & Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30:AM

Broadbeach

A Banksy menu favourite!Green Eggs and Yam - Chimichurri Scrambled Eggs with Asian Mushrooms, Teriyaki Glazed Onion, Soft Blue Cheese, topped with Sweet Potato "Yam" Curls and Basil Oil on Sourdough. Book now!
Eddy + Wolff

Eddy + Wolff

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30:PM

Robina

13 Chef Hat Award
Imagine a small bar in Asia off the beaten track and immerse yourself in true and authentic flavours at Eddy + Wolff on Ron Penhaligon Way in Robina. Named after the two streets the Vietnamese owne...
Bazaar

Bazaar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30:AM

Surfers Paradise

Step inside the Gold Coast’s QT Hotel and discover the secrets of Bazaar’s traditional marketplace - a delicatessen-style buffet with a Twenty-first Century twist. Here, all you need is an appetite...