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Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

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

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Steak, Chips & Happy HourEvery Thursday from 4pmTreat yourself every Thursday to a 250g rump steak served with crispy chips and your choice of red wine jus or peppercorn sauce for $26. Pair it with a $15 margarita, $10 wine, or $10 beer during h...
Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Holy Ship Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Main Beach

Hospo Night @ Holy ShipHappy Hours Extended! MONDAY HOSPO NIGHTS! Hospo crew, this one’s for you! We’re extending Happy Hours every Monday from 5PM with half-price full dozen oysters + $10 house wine & beer. Just show our crew proof you wo...
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...
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...
Pause Button Cafe

Pause Button Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Coomera

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...
Kost

Kost

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Mohr Cafe & Deli

Mohr Cafe & Deli

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Burleigh Heads

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

Private DiningBook Now!Host your next celebration in our upstairs private dining room at Balboa Italian. Perfect for intimate gatherings of up to 12 guests, the space offers a relaxed yet refined setting with the option ...
Spaghetti & Jazz

Spaghetti & Jazz

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Wed 5:00 PM

Robina

Tucked away on Commerce Drive in Robina, Spaghetti & Jazz exudes old-world charm with a warm, welcoming atmosphere that blends rustic Italian flair and lively entertainment. Exposed brick, soft lig...