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Kost

Kost

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

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:
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Wed 4:00 PM

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Neighbourhood food and wine designed for sharing takes centre stage on Panitz Street, Bundall, at Bar Leo Food & Wine. Bathed in Gold Coast sunshine, the venue invites relaxed alfresco dining or co...
25 Layer Lasagne ThursdaysOnly $25!Twenty-five layers of slow-cooked beef ragù, béchamel and pasta for just $25 — every Thursday night at Local Burleigh. This is lasagne the way it was meant to be made, and at that price it's imposs...
Lucky Bao

Lucky Bao

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Mermaid Waters

Local’s night on Wednesday15% off on food and drinkEvery Wednesday evening, enjoy your 15% off our entire menu as our way of saying thank you to our local community!
Nestled on Southport Avenue on beautiful Tamborine Mountain, Pippin Took 2 is a charming and intimate French BYO restaurant that brings the celebrated legacy of the original Brisbane Pippin Took to...
Moksha Fine DiningNorth Indian CharmMoksha offers a warm, elegant dining experience inspired by the rich flavours and hospitality of North India. With carefully chosen ingredients, authentic spices, and a refined atmosphere, every di...
Home Plate Kitchen

Home Plate Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Burleigh Waters

Nestled on Treeview Drive in Burleigh Waters, Home Plate Kitchen is a warm and welcoming neighbourhood café built around one simple and beautiful idea — creating the feeling of home on every plate,...
Cabukee

Cabukee

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

Carrara

Nestled in the heart of Emerald Lakes on The Boulevard, Cabukee Cafe is a cosy and welcoming retreat that brings a delightful slice of European charm to the Gold Coast. Specialising in breakfast, l...
La Stradina

La Stradina

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Coolangatta

Hidden along Griffith Street in Coolangatta, La Stradina is a cosy European-style bistro and vinyl bar that brings a touch of Mediterranean charm to the coast. Meaning “little street,” the venue of...
There is something genuinely special about a restaurant that the local community truly calls its own — and More Thai Nobby on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach is exactly that. This fully license...
Funnybone Coffee

Funnybone Coffee

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Helensvale

Situated on Emerald Drive in Helensvale, FunnyBone Coffee is all about good coffee, good food and good times. This vibrant local café serves up quality brews alongside a flavour-packed menu designe...
Spoon and Bean Cafe

Spoon and Bean Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 AM

Elanora

Located on Saffron Street in Elanora, Spoon and Bean Cafe is a true locals’ hangout where community, creativity and good coffee come together. This casual, dog-friendly café champions all things lo...
On Currumburra Road at The Well in Ashmore, Huios Cafe 175 is an urban industrial haven in the heart of the Gold Coast. This intimate café pairs top-quality Silipo coffee with fresh food made in-ho...
A Taste of Winter on the MountainFireside Dining AwaitsEscape to the mountain this winter and experience our new seasonal menu. Enjoy comforting dishes, locally inspired flavours and relaxed dining beside the fireplace, all surrounded by the beauty of ...
Both Espresso and Wine

Both Espresso and Wine

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Italian"
Balboa Italian

Balboa Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Palm Beach

For a truly memorable dining experience, enter Balboa Italian restaurant perched along Gold Coast Highway in Palm Beach. Guests are greeted by a towering red brick building, fitted out with charcoa...
Spaghetti & Jazz

Spaghetti & Jazz

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Robina

CONFETTI & CHAOS$125 per personStep into the most outrageous wedding reception you’ll ever attend! Confetti & Chaos is a wildly funny, fully interactive dinner show where secrets spill, tempers flare, and laughter never stops. W...
Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Main Beach

Happy Hours @ Holy ShipSlurp, sip, and save!Slurp, sip, and save with our Happy Hours Special! Half-price oysters plus $10 wine and beer on tap, weekdays from 3-5pm. Your afternoons just got a whole lot better. *Excludes Public Holidays *Fu...
Trattoria MK III

Trattoria MK III

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Tamborine Mountain

Those visiting or living at Tamborine Mountain head to Trattoria MK III on Main Street to find an Italo-Americano restaurant and bar loaded with classic charm. Wooden panelling, black and white til...
Alkemist GC

Alkemist GC

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Broadbeach

Located on Sunshine Boulevard in Broadbeach, Alkemist GC brings a fresh and creative twist to the Gold Coast café scene. This light-filled, leafy haven blends earthy tones with a coastal vibe, offe...