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Gold Coast Central Modern Australian Restaurants

"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

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

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Melbourne Cup12:00 PM - 03:30 PMCelebrate the race that stops the nation with a luxurious seafood luncheon at Citrique on Tuesday, 4 November. Indulge in a decadent Seafood Buffet with freshly shucked oysters, paired with a glas...
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
13 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Roast for Two Just $90Sunday Roast for Two at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar – just $90. Enjoy a slow-cooked oyster-cut Lamb Shoulder from Warilba, served on the bone for rich flavour and tenderness. Paired with Wagyu fat p...
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...
"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
Go Banquet-Style at Social: Flavour, Wine & Zero Fuss for GroupsBook Now!Gather your crew and indulge in Social Eating House + Bar’s Banquet Menu - perfect for groups of 10 or more. Choose from our curated $95 or $105 per head options, showcasing our most popular dishes...
Kost

Kost

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

Broadbeach

12 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:
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...
Lunch Menu at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar From $60ppExperience refined lunchtime dining at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar with our elegant two or three-course menu. Enjoy dishes like scallop-filled zucchini flowers, Angus beef fillet with herb-cru...
Lunch Set Menu (Wednesday to Friday)2 courses $39, 3 for $44Indulge in our set lunch menu featuring seasonal dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients, all while enjoying stunning rooftop views of the Gold Coast hinterland. Available every Wednesday,...
Gold Coast Gondolas
SNEEKY MID-WEEKY DINNER CRUISE FOR TWO!Dinner for 2!Spice up your week with Gold Coast Gondolas’ SNEEKY MID-WEEKY DINNER CRUISE FOR TWO! Enjoy a 1½ hour private gondola cruise, your choice of main course and dessert each, a chilled bottle of wine, a...
Nineteen at The Star

Nineteen at The Star

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Overlooking the famous Gold Coast beachfront, The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe has been providing cruisy coastal dining since opening in late 2011. Seated al fresco or in the cafe’s open, beach chic...
Juju

Juju

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

Mermaid Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Lars

Lars

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Mermaid Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Experience a delectable, holistic and rustic menu as waves crash on iconic Surfers Paradise Beach at Elston Bar & Restaurant on the Esplanade. Located in Soul Boardwalk, this Gold Coast dining dest...
Hazel Espresso

Hazel Espresso

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Southport

Koi Dining & Lounge Bar

Koi Dining & Lounge Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Broadbeach

Restaurant & Catering Association
Elk Espresso

Elk Espresso

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:45 AM

Broadbeach

Menu can be:- Potato hash with asparagus, avocado, rocket, free range poached eggs & topped with hollandaise. French toast with haloumi & chilli jam.
Akoya

Akoya

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

Surfers Paradise

Discover the art of sharing at Akoya on Old Burleigh Road in Surfers Paradise, where every dish is a culinary masterpiece designed to be savoured and create memories. Nestled in The Langham Hotel, ...
Glass Dining & Lounge Bar

Glass Dining & Lounge Bar

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

Main Beach

Restaurant & Catering Association