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Gold Coast Modern Australian Restaurants

Gourmet Dining DelightsBook today!Savour the refined flavours at this fine dining destination. Enjoy crispy Gold Band Snapper with saffron beurre blanc, lightly steamed salmon with crustacean mousseline, Angus beef fillet, seared d...
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...
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...
SUNDOWN SOCIALWelcome to your new Sunday ritual. Perched high above the Gold Coast, Sundown Social is where golden hour turns into golden memories. Join us every Sunday on the Rooftop for an evening of smooth so...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

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

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Christmas Eve Dinner Seafood & Grill BuffetWednesday, 24 DecemberEnjoy a festive seafood buffet dinner the night before Christmas with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and live entertainment | 5:30pm - 7:30pm or 8:00pm - 10:00pm.
"Award-winning Share Plates."
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   $$$$$   Open Now

Broadbeach

12 Chef Hat Award
Mini kostAfternoon sip & snacksEvery day from 3pm to 5pm, we invite you to linger a little longer with Mini kost ~ a curated selection of our favourite dishes and signature drinks, served in refined, smaller bites and sips.
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
Palette New Year’s Eve: A 5-Course Celebration$290pp Ring in 2026 with an unforgettable evening at Palette. Indulge in a luxurious 5-course gourmet dinner, each course perfectly paired with fine wines to elevate your experience. As the night unfolds,...
New Spring MenuCome and TryEvery dish in our new Spring menu celebrates the season, with crisp greens from our Chef’s garden, vibrant vegetables from neighbouring mountain farms and freshly picked herbs for maximum flavour. ...
The Red's 8-Course Express Feast!Eight Courses, Your WayEnjoy a curated 8-course lunch with wine, spirits, or cocktails, served at your pace for just $99. Upgrade to French Champagne for $30 more. Click on more info to book:
"Dining on the Water's Edge"
Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

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

Coomera

Soak up the stylish waterfront views in a relaxed setting at Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar on Waterway Drive in Coomera. Located within the Gold Coast City Marina, Quarterdeck welcomes you to gaze over...
High TeaSaturdays, 2-4pmCatch up over a leisurely High Tea at Robina's only rooftop bar & restaurant. Delight in tiers of mini pastries, our signature scones, savoury treats and speciality Madura teas. Take sweeping Go...
Both Espresso and Wine

Both Espresso and Wine

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 6:00 AM

Runaway Bay

Both Espresso and Wine on Lae Drive in Runaway Bay is an inviting sanctuary where coastal charm meets contemporary sophistication. Bathed in soft natural light, the space blends modern textures wit...
At the fringe of the lush paddocks of Burleigh Driving Range on Tallebudgera Road lies a lively little open-air food truck that has quietly become one of the most relaxed food-and-drink stops in We...
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
Tucked away in the heart of Tamborine Mountain’s ancient rainforest, Pethers Rainforest Retreat on Geissmann Street is a hidden sanctuary designed exclusively for couples. Set around a soaring, ope...
Located in Runaway Bay opposite the boat ramp, Ripples Cafe & Bar on Bayview Street offers Gold Coast foodies a waterfront dining destination with a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Serving the Cat...
Locals and visitors alike discover a relaxing winery experience in the heart of Tamborine Mountain at Mason Wines Restaurant on Hartley Road. Sweeping views, beautiful wines and fare with flair wil...
Pink Monkey

Pink Monkey

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

Live & LocalEvery SaturdayTime to let the cocktails flow and the music play as the sun sets on a Saturday night in beautiful Burleigh. Join us for a delectable dinner and party into the night as Gold Coast’s finest live and...
SNEAKY MID-WEEKY DINNER CRUISE FOR TWO!Dinner for 2!Spice up your week with Gold Coast Gondolas’ SNEAKY MID-WEEKY DINNER CRUISE FOR TWO! Enjoy a 1 1/2 hour private gondola cruise, your choice of main course and dessert each, a chilled bottle of wine...