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Gold Coast Restaurants With Water Views

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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...
Pizza Takeaway Now AvailableWednesday-SundayCraving great pizza? Pink Monkey Burleigh is now open for takeaway Wednesday–Sunday, serving up fresh, flavour-packed slices perfect for nights in, beach hangs or easy dinners. Skip the cooking and...
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
Gold Coast Gondolas
Escape the daily grind with your partner or friends as you glide smoothly through a kaleidoscope of scenic beauty and shimmering lights onboard Gold Coast Gondolas, operating from Seaworld Drive in...
Perched along Boundary Street in Coolangatta, Pipi’s Restaurant by Gambaro brings Mediterranean elegance to the Gold Coast with sweeping ocean views that stretch the length of the coastline. The li...
"Dining on the Water's Edge"
Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar

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

Coomera

Share the Flavour at QuarterdeckTry us today!Experience the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean at Quarterdeck Kitchen + Bar, where dinner is all about sharing. Inspired by our stunning waterfront location and a passion for fresh, local pro...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Greek"
Xenia Coolangatta

Xenia Coolangatta

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Coolangatta

Transporting visitors to the Mediterranean from the familiarity of Coolangatta is Xenia Grill, a Greek-inspired restaurant well-suited to the tropical, laidback setting on the corner of McLean Stre...
Holy Ship Bar & Restaurant

Holy Ship Bar & Restaurant

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...
Sea & Shore Restaurant

Sea & Shore Restaurant

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Labrador

Dive into traditional Mediterranean cuisine from a stunning waterfront location at Sea & Shore Restaurant on Marine Parade in Labrador. Stroll up from the golden sands of the Broadwater to refresh ...
Red’s Kitchen & Bar

Red’s Kitchen & Bar

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

Hope Island

$33 Steak Night Available every Thursday!Join us every Thursday from 5pm for our Chef’s premium steaks! Choose from a 200g eye fillet for $33, try our 250g Rib Eye of the Fillet for only $39, indulge in our 200g Wagyu MB8+ Flat Iron for j...
Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Surfers Paradise

Restaurant & Catering Association
Find an elegant beachfront destination offering a bistro and fine dining seafood option with ocean views at Seascape Restaurant & Bar on The Esplanade in Surfers Paradise. Take to the bistro on lev...
Rick Shores

Rick Shores

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

13 Chef Hat Award
Experience delicious Mediterranean cuisine and afternoon sunsets over Coolangatta Beach at Cooly Breeze Rooftop Restaurant & Bar on Griffith Street. Discover the ultimate fusion of fine dining and ...
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...
Overlooking the famous Gold Coast beachfront, The Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe has been providing cruisy coastal dining since opening in late 2011. Seated al fresco or in the cafe’s open, beach chic...
Tara Far East Dining & Bar

Tara Far East Dining & Bar

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Hope Island

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...
Native Harvest

Native Harvest

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 6:00 AM

Hope Island

Quay Street in Hope Island is home to Native Harvest, an Australian fusion café and bar celebrating native ingredients and community connection. Since 2019, this vibrant breakfast, brunch and lunch...
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...
Galaxy Seafood Restaurant

Galaxy Seafood Restaurant

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Southport