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Sunshine Coast Restaurants With Bar

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...
"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...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

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 at 12:00 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...
Wellington and wine $60 Wellington Did you know pickled pelican runs a Wellington and Pinot special for $60 every Thursday?
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...
Lucio's Marina

Lucio's Marina

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Tewantin

13 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 ...
"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...
Toro Bar & Kitchen

Toro Bar & Kitchen

Spanish   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Maroochydore

Pubby TuesdaysPub meals, but the Toro wayWe’re shaking things up a little at Toro — going slightly off-brand but right on comfort. For the month of August, we’re trialing Puby Tuesday, because sometimes you just crave a proper pub meal. ...
Helping Hands Secrets Fundraiser EventHelping Hands Morning Tea on Thursday 12th November 2026 from 9.00am at Dining on the Deck, in support of two incredible local charities – The Shack Community Centre in Nambour and the Maleny Neigh...
Casual coastal dining overlooking the Maroochy River awaits at The Boat Shed on The Esplanade in Cotton Tree. With sunset views and a contemporary menu, this Sunshine Coast restaurant is an ideal s...
Live Music Every Fri, Sat & SunEnjoy Good Tunes, Good Vibes & Great Beer! BOOK NOW!
Warrior Restaurant & Bar

Warrior Restaurant & Bar

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

Beerwah

Father's Day Lunch & Dinner Special 6th, September Garlic and pepperberry pork cutlet served with warrigal greens mash, glazed heirloom carrots, and red wine–braised cabbage purée with Merlot jus – $58.00
Park & Cove

Park & Cove

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

Noosa Heads

Set within the canopy of Noosa’s abundant treetops at the meeting of land and sea, Park & Cove on Viewland Drive is where locals gather, drink and dine. Perched on the second floor of Peppers Noosa...
"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...
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...
Bandita Cantina Latina

Bandita Cantina Latina

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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...
Il Mattarello di Andrea

Il Mattarello di Andrea

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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 ...
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 ...