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Gold Coast Central Restaurants With Functions

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

"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...
Mother’s Day LunchSunday of 10th May 2026Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar. Enjoy a refined multi-course menu featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, from cauliflower, parsnip & truffle soup an...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

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

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
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 12:00 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...
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
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Meltemi

Meltemi

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

Broadbeach

Meltemis Journey to Turkey - A Night in BodrumBook early $89pp set menuThis one-night Mediterranean experience draws inspiration from the Turkish coast and the vibrant energy of Bodrum, where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean. Designed to be shared and savoured, the ...
Manolas Deli Bar Bistro
Gnocchi & WineEvery WednesdayMake Wednesday your new favourite night out at Manolas. Gnocchi Wednesdays are back, serving up pillowy handmade gnocchi paired perfectly with a glass of boutique wine for just $35. It’s the ultima...
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...
Ember by Fire Baby

Ember by Fire Baby

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

Southport

Charcoal Sunday Roast at EmberFire-Cooked Sunday RoastJoin us at Ember Bar & Grill every Sunday from 12:00–2:45pm and enjoy our charcoal-fired take on the traditional Sunday roast. Our full à la carte menu also remains available, with additional dish...
Green Fields SourSignature CocktailsThe signature Green Fields Sour is a vibrant blend of mint, fresh cucumber, elderflower liquor and vodka. It's light, refreshing and delicately floral with a hint of sour. Whether you are after som...
Tucked into Markeri Street, Mermaid Waters, Easy House Vegan Restaurant is a lively Gold Coast destination redefining modern Asian plant-based dining. Celebrated for its handcrafted dumplings, vibr...
Xenia Main Beach

Xenia Main Beach

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

Main Beach

Tucked along Peak Avenue in Main Beach, Xenia Main Beach brings the vibrant spirit of Greece to the Gold Coast with authentic flavours and heartfelt hospitality. Inspired by traditional family cook...
Momoko Japanese Restaurant

Momoko Japanese Restaurant

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Southport

Experience Japanese Cuisine in SouthportCulinary EscapeAt Momoko Southport, we bring the essence of Japanese cuisine to life with dishes carefully prepared using the finest local ingredients and select imports. Our menu blends traditional and contempor...
Sofia's Restaurant & Bar

Sofia's Restaurant & Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

UNLIMITED TRUFFLE FRIES & AYALA CHAMPAGNEEveryday - 5pm - 6pmJoin us at Sofia’s Restaurant & Bar this April for a little daily indulgence. From 5pm to 6pm, enjoy unlimited truffle fries paired with a glass of Ayala Champagne — the perfect way to start you...