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Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
13 Mar -
13 Jun

Modern Australian Dining at Social

Where Flavours Are Made

At Social Eating House, our menu celebrates modern Australian flavours designed for sharing. From bar snacks and charcuterie to vibrant small plates and generous mains, each dish highlights premium... more
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
12 Mar -
12 Jul

Social Eating House Banquet Experience

Celebratory Shared Dining

At Social Eating House, our banquet experience is designed for shared dining and celebration. Enjoy a curated menu of standout dishes, crafted for flavour and variety, perfect for groups looking to... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Sep 25 -
31 May 26

Seafood and Grill Buffet on the Weekends at Citrique

Seafood and Grill Dining

Experience Citrique's Seafood and Grill Buffet for $135 per adult, and $69 per children on Friday and Saturday for dinner from 5:30pm and Sunday Lunch from 12pm for $109 per adult, and $55 per chil... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Sep 25 -
30 Jun 26

Sunday Lunch Seafood and Grill Buffet with Flowing Mimosas

Seafood Buffet for $109

Sample a variety of fresh local seafood for the ultimate sea to table experience. Ocean treasures include Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, spanner crabs, Moreton Bay bugs and more. Land lo... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Mar -
31 Jul

$39 Local Buffet Breakfast Offer

Available Daily

Local Gold Coast diners enjoy a full buffet breakfast and espresso coffee for $39*. Indulge in omelette and egg station, Asian and western hot breakfast favourites, fresh fruit, continental cold me... more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
1 Jan -
31 Dec

Citrique Loves Locals Loyalty Program

T&C's Apply

Locals enjoy exclusive rewards with our Citrique Loves Locals Loyalty Program. more
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Mother's
Day

Mother’s Day Seafood & Grill Buffet At Citrique

Sunday May 10

Celebrate Mum on Sunday May 10 with a luxurious Seafood & Grill Buffet at Citrique, JW Marriott Gold Coast. Indulge in an abundant spread of ocean-fresh seafood, premium grilled selections and deca... more
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
27 Feb -
31 May

Chef’s Signature Degustation Menu

$260 per person

Experience refined Cantonese dining with T’ang Court’s Chef’s Signature Degustation Menu, a luxurious multi-course journey designed for sharing. Begin with delicate dim sum and house-made spring ro... more
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
3 Apr -
30 Jun

AN EXQUISITE PAIRING, ELEVATED BY HENSCHKE

Limited time only

Discover exceptional company this season with an eight-course exploration of contemporary Cantonese classics, thoughtfully elevated by an iconic collaboration with Henschke; one of Australia’s most... more
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
7 Apr -
31 Jul

Chef's Classic Tasting Menu

$125 per person

(Re)discover Cantonese cuisine with T’ang Court’s Classic Tasting Menu. This seven-course set menu features signature favourites including dim sum, Cantonese BBQ duck breast, steamed coral trout an... more
Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mermaid Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
30 Jan -
30 Apr

Chef-Curated Private Dining Menu

Seasonal Tastes

Enjoy an elegant private dining experience with a carefully curated menu. Start with focaccia, warm olives, or a choice of entrées including Heirloom Beetroot Salad, Zucchini Flower, Beef Tartare, ... more
Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mermaid Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
Mother's
Day

Mother’s Day Lunch

Sunday of 10th May 2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar. Enjoy a refined multi-course menu featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, from cauliflower, parsnip & truffle soup an... more
Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

Mermaid Beach

14 Chef Hat Award
7 Apr -
7 Jul

Where Taste Meets Elegance

A Culinary Experience

Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar is an award-winning fine-dining restaurant in Mermaid Beach known for its contemporary Australian cuisine with European influences. Led by Chef Daniel Ridgeway, the... more
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
Mother's
Day

Mother's Day Special at Palette

Join us on May 10th

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Palette with a special dining experience designed to impress. Enjoy our exclusive Mother’s Day offering, perfect for treating Mum to something memorable. We’re also excite... more
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
13 Apr -
11 Oct

New Menu Available Now at Palette

From April 13th

Available now, come try Palette Restaurant’s exciting new menu, showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Highlights include the share-style Peking Grouper from Rocky Point Aquaculture, serve... more
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
28 Jan -
28 May

Steak, Chips & Happy Hour

Every Thursday from 4pm

Treat yourself every Thursday to a 250g rump steak served with crispy chips and your choice of red wine jus or peppercorn sauce for $26. Pair it with a $15 margarita, $10 wine, or $10 beer during h... more
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
28 Jan -
31 Jul

Modern Mediterranean

Happy hour daily 4–6pm

Bar Leo brings modern Mediterranean flavour to Sorrento with fresh, locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates, melt in your mouth Australian grown wagyu & black angus steaks and share-style di... more
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
14 Apr 25 -
31 Aug 26

Signature Kost Hazelnut Rocher

A must-try Finisher

Have you tried our signature hazelnut Rocher yet? With toffee and caramelised chocolate, it is a signature for a good reason. Click on more info to book your table: more
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
14 Apr 25 -
31 Dec 26

Private Dining

Small Groups

Our private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive experience, perfect for small group special occasions and corporate functions. Click on more info to book: more
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
14 Apr 25 -
31 Dec 26

Group Selections

A True Kost Experience

Elevate your dining experience with our three group selection set menus to suit every budget and taste. Click on more info to book your table: more