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Gold Coast Central Restaurants

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Those looking for a fine Modern Australian dining experience presented in an intimate setting head to Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach. This elegant restauran...
Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach overlooking Victoria Park, multi-award-winning Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill is undoubtedly considered the Gold Coast’s best steak restaurant. Moo Moo...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Looking for somewhere 'social'? Social Eating House & Bar by Executive Chef, Matt Jefferson and his team is just the place you're looking for! Located at the base of Broadbeach's Oracle building, t...
Birdcage Dining Room & Garden Bar

Birdcage Dining Room & Garden Bar

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Main Beach

Thursday Steak NightsSteaks from just $30Join us for an Asian-inspired steak special every Thursday. Choose from a 200 g eye fillet for $30, a 250 g rib eye of the fillet for $40, or our NEW 250 g Spinalis Wagyu for just $50! Each steak i...
Palette

Palette

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
Offering a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast, discerning diners head to Palette on Bundall Road in Surfers Paradise for a meal to remember. Nestled in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palett...
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

Seafood   $$$$$   Open Now

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Long Lunch Seafood BuffetSeafood Buffet for $99Sample 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...
BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar
13 Chef Hat Award
Discover the Gold Coast’s newest seafood dining destination and meeting place at BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. Brought to diners by the team behind Moo Moo Gold Coas...
Sofia's Restaurant & Bar

Sofia's Restaurant & Bar

European   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

Taste of Italy - Pushing the boundaries of traditionMonday 3rd MarchSofia's welcomes the award winning Italian winery Pasqua. Known as the “House of the Unconventional”, Pasqua regularly challenge themselves to make more modern and exciting wines. We have curated a...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Dining at Etsu IzakayaBook a Table Today!Etsu Izakaya is modern Japanese izakaya style dining. Our dishes are designed to be shared and served steadily during the course of the evening. Order again and again, share with your friends or co...
Eddy + Wolff

Eddy + Wolff

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Robina

12 Chef Hat Award
Discover Gold Coast hidden gem, Eddy + Wolff, tucked away on Ron Penhaligon Way in Robina. This cosy 24-seat venue strikes the perfect balance between an intimate and lively atmosphere; adored by l...
Kings Steak and Seafood GC

Kings Steak and Seafood GC

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Labrador

KINGS Beef & ReefA Must Try!Where the land meets the sea. Enjoy a bold, beefy Black Angus Sirloin Steak grilled to your liking, topped with delightful sea crustaceans, seasoned to perfection. It’s no surprise this dish is a c...
Zayden KennedyLive Performance 3-6pm!Come and join us on Sunday 23rd February to watch the incredible Aussie talent, @zaydenkennedymusic, live aboard Holy Ship from 3pm-6pm! You won’t want to miss this live set that’ll keep you vibing...
Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seascape Restaurant & Bar

Seafood   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Surfers Paradise

Restaurant & Catering Association
Find an elegant beachfront destination offering a bistro and fine dining seafood option with ocean views at Seascape Restaurant & Bar on The Esplanade in Surfers Paradise. Take to the bistro on lev...
Gemelli Italian Broadbeach

Gemelli Italian Broadbeach

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

Real Italian food handmade with love is what is on the menu at Gemelli on Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach. With a name translating to ‘twins’ in Italian, this dining destination encapsulates all t...
Shiraz Persian Restaurant & Bar
Tight TuesdayFree Mezze PlatterSpend $99 and receive a complimentary Mezze Platter, valued at $33. Mezze Platter: Zeytoon Parvardeh, Mirza Ghasemi, Boraani Laboo, Hummus and Turkish Bread + Flat Persian Bread. To book your table...
LIVE BANDS - EVERY FRIDAYFeel the Beat!Kick off your weekend with the best live music in town! Our incredible bands hit the stage every Friday night at 8.30 pm, bringing electric energy, top-notch tunes and good vibes all around. Gather...
Banksy Bar & Kitchen

Banksy Bar & Kitchen

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Broadbeach

Soak up the iconic Gold Coast lifestyle while brunching with style at Banksy Bar & Kitchen on Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach. This new addition to the local dining scene boasts a modern industria...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bundall

Wednesday Night - $26 Parmigiana, rocket & chipsBook Today!$26 Parmigiana, chips & salad
High TeaPerfect VenueWith our pavilion setting, lush gardens and tranquil atmosphere, Greendays is the perfect venue for High Tea, available at any time with 24 hours notice. Expect a French-inspired High Tea with the ...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese      Opens at 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
A unique and tantalising Cantonese fine dining affair awaits at T’ang Court on Old Burleigh Road in Surfers Paradise for locals and visitors alike. Nestled in The Langham hotel, this stylish restau...