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Sunshine Coast Restaurants Serving Lunch

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...
Land or Sea Tasting MenuAvailable Now $159 ppDiscover our delicious Signature Fish House Steak & Grill Tasting Menu - choose Land or Sea!
"Readers' Choice 2019 - Regional"
Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Mooloolaba

13 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...
Honeysuckle Restaurant

Honeysuckle Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:00 AM

Buderim

13 Chef Hat Award
Yumcha Banquet$74 pp Dinner MenuElevate your evening with the yum cha banquet dinner – a flavour-packed feast for $69 per person (entire table only). This indulgent spread features highlights like beef cheek mala hot pot, market ...
Wellington and wine $60 Wellington Did you know pickled pelican runs a Wellington and Pinot special for $60 every Thursday?
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
3 COURSE WEEKLY SPECIAL SET MENU$60ppA menu built around the best produce we can get our hands on right now — fresh, vibrant, and constantly changing with the market. Because the ingredients evolve, so does the menu. No two visits ar...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 3:00 PM

Sunshine Beach

12 Chef Hat Award
Embassy XO, located in the vibrant Noosa Heads on the Sunshine Coast, offers a dining experience that delights the senses with authentic Asian cuisine. The restaurant's sleek, modern decor seamless...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 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...
Hinterland Producers Lunch4-course + paired winesOur eagerly anticipated Hinterland Producers Lunch is making its return in July, proudly featuring the best offerings from local producers and growers as part of The Curated Plate. Head Chef Geoff ...
Lucio's Marina

Lucio's Marina

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Tewantin

13 Chef Hat Award
Happy HourMonday-SaturdayIndulge yourself in our Happy Hour 3.30 pm-5 pm, just in time to complement the last half of Oyster Happy Hour! Monday-Saturday (not available on public holidays). Book your table today!
"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...
Christmas In JulyAll of July 2026Celebrate the magic of Christmas in July at Secrets on the Lake throughout the month of July. Enjoy a festive lunch overlooking the stunning rainforest and Lake Baroon, with traditional favourites ...
Toro Bar & Kitchen

Toro Bar & Kitchen

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

Maroochydore

The Big Bang Theory Trivia26th JulyBazinga! It’s time to test your inner physicist while you snack like Penny. Bazinga! It’s time to test your inner physicist while you snack like Penny. Gather your squad for an afternoon of hilario...
Set right on the edge of Kawana Marina on Orana Street in Buddina, River Bar and Dining is a relaxed and beautiful waterfront destination where long lunches roll into afternoon drinks, sunset cockt...
Cicchetti

Cicchetti

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 12:00 PM

Alexandra Headland

No pizza. No pasta. No fuss. Cicchetti on Alexandra Parade in Alexandra Headland is a different kind of Italian restaurant — a relaxed street food venue inspired by the small sharing plates of Veni...
"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...
Cafe Latino

Cafe Latino

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Noosaville

Bold Latin American flavours, exceptional coffee and a genuine passion for handmade, locally sourced food - Cafe Latino on Rene Street in Noosaville is a vibrant and soulful dining destination that...
Curry Dhaba

Curry Dhaba

Indian   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Mooloolaba

Experience a blend of taste and tradition at Curry Dhaba on Mooloolaba Esplanade in Mooloolaba. Elevate your taste buds with a feast for the senses at this stylish Sunshine Coast dining destination...
Nestled in the heart of the scenic Noosa Hinterland, Fellowship Drive Café in Doonan is a wholesome, open-plan industrial-style café that has been delighting locals and visitors for the past six ye...