AUSTRALIAN GOOD FOOD GUIDE - Home of the Chef Hat Awards

Sunshine Coast Restaurants With Takeaway

The Tamarind Restaurant

The Tamarind Restaurant

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

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...
6 course Truffle degustation Truffle season Did you know the chef at pickled pelican has curated a special 6 course degustation menu highlighting local ingredients and Manjimup black truffles. Menu will be running Friday 24th July to the 26t...
Embassy XO

Embassy XO

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 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...
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 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 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.
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 ...
"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...
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...
Bandita Cantina Latina

Bandita Cantina Latina

Latin American   $$$$$   Opens at 3:00 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...
Cafe Nurcha

Cafe Nurcha

Vegan   $$$$$   Open Now

Birtinya

Born from humble beginnings as a coastal wellbeing centre in 2004, Cafe Nurcha on Kawana Way in Birtinya has grown into the Sunshine Coast's most beloved vegan lifestyle destination — a family-owne...
Nestled at the back of a lively café courtyard on the Peregian Boardwalk, Sushi Wave is a beloved little slice of Japan on the Sunshine Coast — where authentic, healthy Japanese food, fresh sushi h...
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 ...
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 ...
Quamby Cafe

Quamby Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Tucked along the picturesque Hastings Street in Noosa Heads, Moonstruck Noosa is a hidden gem that effortlessly transitions from a charming European-style café by day to one of Noosa's most celebra...
Mr Drifter

Mr Drifter

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Noosa Heads

Drifter Rolls at Mr Drifter A Must-try!Asian street food at its finest! Choose from Malaysian Spiced Beef with lemongrass and coconut, Indonesian Pork Belly with kaffir lime caramel, Indian Shredded Chicken, Tempura Sweet Potato with ma...
The Civic Social

The Civic Social

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Noosaville

Tucked within Noosa Civic on Eenie Creek Road in Noosaville, The Civic Social is a welcoming café built on a local family’s passion for coffee, food and genuine connection. Designed as both an espr...
We're back for The Curated Plate 2026Bonjour Beaches!Bonjour Beaches! We’re back for The Curated Plate 2026 Join us for one night only - 5 course French dining experience paired with incredible wines and our famous Beach Bars atmosphere. Ticket...