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Gold Coast Restaurants Serving Dinner

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"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sat 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...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Sat 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...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
AN EXQUISITE PAIRING, ELEVATED BY HENSCHKELimited time onlyDiscover exceptional company this season with an eight-course exploration of contemporary Cantonese classics, thoughtfully elevated by an iconic collaboration with Henschke; one of Australia’s most...
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...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Palette
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...
Eddy + Wolff

Eddy + Wolff

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Jimmy Wah's

Jimmy Wah's

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Opens Sat 12:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Feed Me at Jimmy Wah'sBook now!Discover Jimmy Wah’s Feed Me dinner experience, with a sample menu showcasing the style and flavours you can expect. Think tempura oysters, betel leaf barramundi, crispy spring rolls, shiitake dump...
La Stradina

La Stradina

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Open Now

Coolangatta

La Stradina's Midweek EscapeWednesday Nights ElevatedEvery Wednesday at La Stradina, we offer a 3-course degustation menu for $60 per person. Our chef-curated selection of entrées, mains, and desserts is designed to transform a regular weeknight into...
Glass of house wine Fridaysglass of house wine a complimentary glass of house wine per person with any dinner menu item purchase. Please present your membership on the night, to get the special offer
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 Sat 7:00 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...
Our Catering, Your CelebrationOur Feast, Your OccasionBring the magic of Greece to your next event with our premium catering. From intimate gatherings to corporate events or weddings, our banquet menus feature tender lamb, grilled seafood, fresh salad...
Foie gras et confit d’oignonsAvailable NowClassic French delicacy made from specially prepared duck or goose liver. Known for its incredibly smooth texture and rich, buttery flavour. It's often considered one of the finest gourmet experien...
NEW Autumn Menu Fresh new FlavoursThis autumn our chefs present a seasonal menu celebrating the best produce from Tamborine Mountain and the Scenic Rim. Expect fresh local ingredients, bold flavours and thoughtfully crafted dishes ...