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Sunshine Coast Restaurants With Child Friendly

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Orleans X Brockenchack Wine Long LunchSaturday 26 July|$170ppLet the smooth sounds of live jazz set the tone as you arrive at Orléans Soirée — a soulful long degustation lunch inspired by Southern charm, paired with award-winning wines from Brockenchack and ...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 PM

Sunshine Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
5 Course Tasting Menu$76 per personTake the guesswork out of dinner and let the chefs at Embassy XO guide your evening with their five-course tasting menu. Available Tuesday to Sunday from 5pm for $76pp, this curated experience show...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Located on Gympie Terrace, Noosa, Lanai Noosa sits gracefully along the Noosa River, capturing the relaxed elegance the region is known for. With sweeping waterfront views, the venue is designed fo...
Set along Gympie Terrace in Noosaville, Noosa Waterfront Restaurant & Bar delivers a refined Italian dining experience in a stunning riverside setting. The menu highlights modern Italian flavours t...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Asian"
Sum Yung Guys

Sum Yung Guys

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Highlighting a passion for Asian cuisine and culture, Sum Yung Guys on Weyba Road in Noosaville is an ideal spot to share plates and cocktails with friends. Styled to capture the personalities of t...
The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:30 AM

Maleny

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Jazz in the ForestEvery 1st & 3rd SundayMake a lunch booking at The Tamarind and enjoy the smooth sounds of live jazz amidst the magical rainforest surrounds of Spicers Tamarind Retreat on every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. The af...
Fish House Steak & Grill on Parkyn Parade in Mooloolaba is a bold new dining concept launching on the Sunshine Coast, blending modern coastal charm with relaxed luxury. Created by Todd and Kristine...
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mooloolaba

13 Chef Hat Award
Prepare for a tantalising journey of Italian dining at Bella Venezia, a popular hot spot on Mooloolaba’s vibrant Esplanade at Pacific Beach Resort. Calling this iconic precinct home since 1983, Bel...
Honeysuckle Restaurant

Honeysuckle Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Buderim

13 Chef Hat Award
$49 Yum Cha BanquetLunch Only8 different dishes to share A balanced mix of MODERN yum cha favourites designed for sharing, variety, and enjoying the table together.
"Great value for money."
Guess Who’s Back?Back by popular demandOur much-loved Lobster Mornay Special is back for a limited time only. Enjoy half a Lobster Mornay served with chips and salad for just $30. Limited portions are available each day, and bookings ar...
Nestled in dense rainforest beside the rippling waters of Lake Baroon sits Dining on the Deck at Secrets on the Lake, a romantic spot on Narrows Road. Reflecting surrounding nature, Secrets stands ...
Bandita Cantina Latina

Bandita Cantina Latina

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Noosaville

Bandita Cantina Latina is a vibrant Latin American cantina on the banks of the Noosa River — where bold flavours, exceptional Sunshine Coast produce and genuine hospitality come together in one ext...
Sushi Wave

Sushi Wave

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Peregian Beach

Located in Peregian Beach on the stunning Sunshine Coast, Sushi Wave offers a unique dining experience that celebrates the best of Japanese cuisine. The restaurant is characterised by its welcoming...
Il Mattarello di Andrea

Il Mattarello di Andrea

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Mooloolaba

Authentic Italian cuisine, generous flavours and the warmth of true Italian hospitality have found a beautiful home at Il Mattarello di Andrea on Brisbane Road in Mooloolaba — a beloved restaurant ...
Nestled on Main Street in the heart of Montville, Fiorio & Co is a charming French bistro that transports guests to the warmth and romance of provincial France in one of the Sunshine Coast hinterla...
Palmwoods Hotel

Palmwoods Hotel

Bistro   $$$$$   Opens at 10:00 AM

Palmwoods

Weekly Chefs Specials From Fridays 11.30amFresh, flavour-packed and made to impress. The weekly chef specials at Palmwoods Hotel are your go-to for something a little different. Available from Friday from 11:30am for lunch and running unti...
From the first coffee of the morning to the last glass of the evening, Castello Cafe Bar on King Street in Buderim is a destination that does it all — and does it beautifully. Founded on a genuine ...
Moffat Beach Brewing Co - Beachside, located in the picturesque suburb of Caloundra on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, offers a unique culinary experience amidst stunning coastal views. This bistro-st...
Quamby Cafe

Quamby Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Noosa Heads

Nestled on Quamby Place in Noosa Heads, Quamby Cafe is a beloved breakfast destination for those who believe the best days always begin with exceptional food — a warm, welcoming morning spot that h...