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Gold Coast Central Restaurants With Functions

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

"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

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

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Igloo Sunset Sessions Winter Only Private domes. Sunset views. Cocktails. Chandon. Winter vibes. From $150 per person | Friday - Sunday
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...
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:
"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
On Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach, Social Eating House & Bar delivers a refined take on modern Australian dining in a stylish yet relaxed setting. Known for its blend of elegance and energy, this v...
Yamagen

Yamagen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

13 Chef Hat Award
Blending Tokyo-inspired style with contemporary Japanese dining, Yamagen on Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise delivers a refined izakaya experience defined by precision, flavour and atmosphere. The sl...
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 ...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

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

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Neighbourhood food and wine designed for sharing takes centre stage on Panitz Street, Bundall, at Bar Leo Food & Wine. Bathed in Gold Coast sunshine, the venue invites relaxed alfresco dining or co...
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...
Juju

Juju

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

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Lunch SpecialWednesdays and ThursdaysEnjoy a perfectly cooked steak frites, and a complimentary local wine or beer for just $38, every Wednesday and Thursday. Book your table today via the link below!
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...
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...
Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Main Beach

Hospo Night @ Holy ShipHappy Hours Extended! MONDAY HOSPO NIGHTS! Hospo crew, this one’s for you! We’re extending Happy Hours every Monday from 5PM with half-price full dozen oysters + $10 house wine & beer. Just show our crew proof you wo...
Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Surfers Paradise

Restaurant & Catering Association
Pacific Airshow at Seascape 14 - 16 August 2026“Experience the Spectacle” Set your sights on the breathtaking fusion of aviation marvels and stunning ocean vistas as you indulge in a sensory delight at Seascape Restaurant or Bistro. Escap...
Birdcage Dining Room & Garden Bar

Birdcage Dining Room & Garden Bar

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Main Beach

Thursday Steak NightsSteaks from just $33Join us for an Asian-inspired steak special every Thursday. Choose from a 200 g eye fillet for $33, a 250 g rib eye of the fillet for $39, or our NEW 250 g Spinalis Wagyu for just $49! Each steak i...
Xenia Main Beach

Xenia Main Beach

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Main Beach

FATHER’S DAY AT XENIATREAT DAD LIKE A GREEK GODSettle in for a long lunch filled with shared plates, warm hospitality and plenty of flavour. Our full à la carte menu will be available throughout the day, alongside a Father’s Day Souvla Meat Pla...
Bottega Chevron Village

Bottega Chevron Village

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Chevron Island

We welcome wine Tuesday to Thursday Tuesday- Thursday, every week, Bottega Chevron village offers BYO wine service for our guests ??
Lucky Bao

Lucky Bao

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mermaid Waters

Local’s night on Wednesday15% off on food and drinkEvery Wednesday evening, enjoy your 15% off our entire menu as our way of saying thank you to our local community!
All You Can Eat Pizza PackageFrom $35pp!Feeding a crowd? Neapolitan Pizza Catering's All You Can Eat Package is perfect for groups of 20 or more! From $35pp enjoy unlimited Margherita, Cosacca, Cotto e Funghi, Gustosa, Ortolana and Austr...
Arakawa

Arakawa

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Benowa

Arakawa, on Ross Street in Benowa, is a modern Japanese restaurant at RACV Royal Pines Resort. With a name meaning ‘wild river’, Arakawa blends tradition and innovation seamlessly, transforming eve...
Valentina

Valentina

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Surfers Paradise

You are still in Surfers Paradise — but somehow, at Valentina on The Esplanade, you are somewhere else entirely. A vibrant Mediterranean restaurant where the food is made for sharing, the drinks ar...