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Sunshine Coast Restaurants

The Sunshine Coast region is quickly emerging as a thriving foodie destination thanks to its golden, sandy beaches and lush Hinterland, as well as its warm temperatures. An attractive setting and great service are essential, but when delectable cuisine is thrown into the mix, things become even more attractive and appealing. No matter where you are on the Sunshine Coast, from Mooloolaba and Noosa to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, your day will be filled with delicious food.
Honeysuckle Restaurant

Honeysuckle Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Buderim

13 Chef Hat Award
Yum Cha BanquetLunch OnlyExperience the bold flavours of the yum cha banquet for just $42 per person (lunch only, entire table). Enjoy a vibrant spread including duck spring rolls, half-shell scallops, Korean fried chicken...
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
Short Grain Takeover5-course banquet lunchAward-winning Chef Martin Boetz brings his iconic Short Grain to the Sunshine Coast on Saturday, 20 September. Enjoy a five-course Modern Asian feast at The Tamarind with a welcome drink and long-t...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

12 Chef Hat Award
Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu$129 per personIndulge in an exquisite culinary journey with our Chef's 7 Step Tasting Menu! Elevate your dining experience for just $129 pp; elevate further with matching wine for $199, or opt for premium matchi...
The Long Apron

The Long Apron

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Montville

15 Chef Hat Award
Signature restaurant of Montville’s picturesque Spicers Clovelly Estate, The Long Apron is a dining experience that insists on a lengthy stay. This intimate restaurant feels instantly inviting and ...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

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

Noosaville

13 Chef Hat Award
ISLAND Set Menu$89 ppISLAND Set Menu – a flavour-packed journey for just $89 pp (min 2 guests, whole table must order). Start with fried local zucchini flowers and sovereign lamb ribs with Noosa black garlic. Enjoy a f...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Take a well-deserved hiatus after a busy day sightseeing in Sunshine Coast’s Maroochydore and head to Orleans Restaurant and Bar on Duporth Avenue. Recycled timber, mood lighting, pressed tin and e...
Bask

Bask

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Peregian Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
For long lazy lunches, intimate dining and elegant events in the heart of Peregian Beach, head to Bask restaurant on David Low Way. Expect stylish, sophisticated, yet casual dining with white-cloth...
Lucio's Marina

Lucio's Marina

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Tewantin

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover Italian coastal dining on the Noosa River at Lucio’s Marina on Parkyn Court in Tewantin. In the business of feeding people for generations, hospitality truly does run through the veins of ...
Soka

Soka

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Elevate your dining experience at charcoal Japanese restaurant, Soka on Ocean Street in Maroochydore. Wind down in style from an eclectic selection of Japanese wine, beer and sake in an ambient, mo...
The Woombye Pub

The Woombye Pub

Pub Food   $$$$$   Open Now

Woombye

Sunday BluesEntry is $20 at the doorWe're turning down the volume on the week and turning up the soul! Featuring The Spirits and special guests The Charles Camilleri Connection. This is your chance to kick back and enjoy some of the ...
Land or Sea Tasting MenuAvailable Now $129 ppDiscover our delicious Signature Fish House Steak & Grill Tasting Menu - choose Land or Sea!
La Vie en Rose Noosa

La Vie en Rose Noosa

French   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Noosaville

Apéro Time: $2 Oysters & River ViewsBook Now!C'est l'heure de l'Apéro! Watch the sun dip behind the river while enjoying $2 Coffin Bay oysters - freshly shucked to order. Served daily for lunch and dinner on weekends and especially from 3 pm–...
Hinterland Restaurant

Hinterland Restaurant

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

Cooran

Bombe Alaska IndulgenceSave room for the show!At Hinterland, dessert is more than a sweet ending – it’s a performance. Our Bombe Alaska layers toffee peanut ice cream around a dark chocolate bon bon heart, finished with golden meringue peaks a...
Frank Food and Wine

Frank Food and Wine

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens Fri 7:00 AM

Maleny

Chilli Scrambled CravingsVisit Us Today!Kickstart your day with our famous Chilli Scrambled Eggs — creamy, spicy, and packed with flavour. Served with fresh herbs, crispy toast, and that extra kick you crave. Whether you're fuelling up f...
The Boat Shed Takeaway Order Now!Enjoy fresh, locally sourced fish & chips, burgers and salads at The Boat Shed Takeaway – open daily from 11 am to 7.30 pm (weather dependent). Located on the river’s edge, it’s the perfect spot fo...
Gluten Free Bread Workshop – Bake & BondGluten-Free & GloriousIf you’ve struggled to find a good gluten-free loaf, you’re not alone. That’s why we’re sharing our tried-and-true recipes in a hands-on workshop designed just for you. For $140, spend a nourishing...
Aimee Provence

Aimee Provence

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens Fri 9:00 AM

Buderim

Make an Afternoon of It!Enquire Today!Do you like freshly-baked, crumbly scones, spread with butter and cream? Or sipping contentedly on a rich and satisfying cup of tea? And how about sinking your teeth into the soft icing of a cup ca...
Brockenchack Wine Dinner Thursday 2nd October 2025 6pmWine DinnerCome and join us at Bottarga by Da Biuso Restaurant for a Brockenchack wine dinner on Thursday 2nd October from 6pm. Our award winning chefs Joseph and Biagio Biuso have created a delicious 4 cours...
The Woodshed

The Woodshed

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Kin Kin

The Woodshed: A Slow Dining Experience$185ppSlow down and indulge at The Woodshed with a seven-course tasting menu that celebrates fire, flavour, and connection. Over three unhurried hours, enjoy dishes rooted in seasonality, sustainability,...
Curry Dhaba

Curry Dhaba

Indian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mooloolaba

Curry Dhaba’s Mixed Platter Order now!Get a taste of everything with Curry Dhaba’s Mixed Platter – perfect for sharing or satisfying a serious appetite! For just $30.50, enjoy a delicious combination of 2 pieces of Chicken Tikka, 2 pie...