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"Award-winning Share Plates."
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...
New Menu Available Now at PaletteFrom April 13thAvailable now, come try Palette Restaurant’s exciting new menu, showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Highlights include the share-style Peking Grouper from Rocky Point Aquaculture, serve...
"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...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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 Tue 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...
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 Tue 5:00 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...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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

Manolas Deli Bar Bistro

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Tue 10:00 AM

Surfers Paradise

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...
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...
Turkish 3-Course Feast at Alachati$99ppEnjoy a delicious journey through Turkish and Mediterranean flavours with Alachati’s 3 Course Shared Menu for $99 per person. Begin with a trio mezze plate, halloumi chips and sarma vine leaves bef...
More Thai Nobbys BeachFresh, Local Thai CuisineAt More Thai Nobbys Beach, we focus on honest Thai cooking, friendly service and a laid-back local atmosphere. We prepare our dishes using quality produce and time-honoured recipes, offering everyt...
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...
Escape the daily grind with your partner or friends as you glide smoothly through a kaleidoscope of scenic beauty and shimmering lights onboard Gold Coast Gondolas, operating from Seaworld Drive in...
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...