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Gold Coast Restaurants With Live Music

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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...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Sun 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...
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...
Mother's Day Bottomless!$75 2-Hour Bottomless 2 hours, unlimited Food and Bev for Mum! What better way to celebrate Mother's Day? Tickets available now Thursday-Sunday Mother's Day Weekend.
Cabukee

Cabukee

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

Carrara

Bottomless Mimosa Brunch$59pp Treat yourself to the ultimate weekend indulgence at Cabukee! For just $59, choose your favourite main and enjoy 60 minutes of bottomless classic mimosas — the perfect way to toast good times with ...
Meltemi

Meltemi

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

Mothers Day LunchBook now. Two sittings!Celebrate Mother’s Day at Meltemi Mediterrania ?? Indulge in a stunning cold seafood platter, from fresh oysters to scallops crudo, followed by Cypriot rotisserie porchetta with vibrant seasonal si...
Live MusicEvery Friday-MondayGrab a bite, sip on one of our signature cocktails and enjoy the entertainment... don't forget your dancing shoes! Click on More Info to book
Pasture & Co.

Pasture & Co.

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 7:00 AM

Currumbin Valley

Nestled within the Currumbin EcoVillage on Village Way, Currumbin Valley, Pasture & Co is a nature-inspired café grounded in sustainability and community living. Surrounded by lush valley scenery, ...
Spaghetti & Jazz

Spaghetti & Jazz

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Robina

Mother’s Day Retro Lunch – The Beehives Live!12pmStep into a vibrant 60s celebration this Mother’s Day! Treat Mum to a stylish retro lunch filled with live Motown magic, delicious food, and feel-good vibes. Sip an Aperol Spritz on arrival, enjoy ...
Exotic Wok & Grill

Exotic Wok & Grill

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 11:00 AM

Pimpama

Flavours of the WokAsian DelightsWelcome to Exotic Wok & Grill, where we bring authentic Asian flavours to your table. Our family-owned restaurant offers a diverse menu of Hakka Chinese and Cantonese dishes from steamed pork dumpl...
Red’s Kitchen & Bar

Red’s Kitchen & Bar

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

Hope Island

Mother’s Day 20262-Course & CocktailCelebrate Mother’s Day 2026 with a relaxed and indulgent dining experience at Red’s Kitchen & Bar. Enjoy a curated 2-course menu with a complimentary cocktail on arrival, available for lunch or din...
Caffeine Kings

Caffeine Kings

International   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:00 AM

Miami

Located in the vibrant Gold Coast suburb of Miami, Caffeine Kings has transformed an old laundromat into an exceptional coffee house, serving all-day breakfast and cool-tune music. Located on Gold ...
Baskk Italian

Baskk Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Coolangatta

Lunch Menu: Quick Bites & Italian FavouritesFri- Sun:12:00 pm-5:00 pmEnjoy a relaxed lunch with our Lunch Combo Deal at Baskk Italian. Our menu features house made Focaccia Verde, Pollo Grigliato, classic BLT sandwiches, and gourmet Burgers. Complement your meal wit...
Nineteen at The Star

Nineteen at The Star

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Gold Coast community-focused eatery, Oscar Italia on Varsity Parade is the place to head in Varsity Lakes for pizza, pasta and family-friendly dining. With a nod to owner Leisa’s favourite poet Osc...
Those looking for the Gold Coast’s best fish and chips with a view head along Seaworld Drive in Main Beach to find Seaway Kiosk & Jetty. You can’t get much more waterfront than this iconic dining d...
Bringing big flavour and a laid-back coastal vibe to Griffith Street in Coolangatta, Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood is a long-standing local favourite known for its generous share plates, fresh and c...
Ground N Sound

Ground N Sound

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Sun 6:00 AM

Labrador

Labrador locals eat, drink and chill at Ground N Sound on Musgrave Avenue. This fun and funky café combines great food with coffee and music, in a laid-back vibe of colourful murals, quirky quotes ...
Burgster

Burgster

Burger   $$$$$   Opens Sun 12:00 PM

Palm Beach

At Burgster, located in the vibrant Palm Beach area of the Gold Coast, patrons are treated to a unique burger experience that stands out from the crowd. This lively restaurant prides itself on usin...