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Gold Coast Restaurants With Degustation Menu

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Discover the Gold Coast’s premier hidden gem on Commerce Drive in Robina, Eddy + Wolff — an intimate dining space where bold Southeast Asian flavours meet refined technique. With just 24 seats and ...
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...
Etsu Izakaya

Etsu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:30 PM

Mermaid Beach

13 Chef Hat Award
Open the barn door at Etsu Izakaya on Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach to discover a magical mystery tour of Japanese share-plate dining. Moody surrounds of neon signage, walls plastered with ph...
Meltemi

Meltemi

Greek   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Broadbeach

Greek Dinner Experience night | Tuesday 11 August 2026 Greece × Howard VineyardYour Evening Includes *Four-course shared Greek banquet *Premium Howard Vineyard wines paired with each course *Live bouzouki and music by Mihali Georgeou *Traditional Greek dancing *Plate s...
Arakawa

Arakawa

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Benowa

Arakawa, on Ross Street in Benowa, is a modern Japanese restaurant at RACV Royal Pines Resort. With a name meaning ‘wild river’, Arakawa blends tradition and innovation seamlessly, transforming eve...
Baskk Italian

Baskk Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Coolangatta

Beachfront elegance meets authentic Italian passion at Baskk Italian on Marine Parade in Coolangatta - a luxurious yet relaxed dining destination where the stunning Gold Coast coastline provides th...
Pokkoi Kitchen

Pokkoi Kitchen

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Coolangatta

Bold Vietnamese and Thai flavours, modern elegance and tropical coastal charm come together at Pokkoi Kitchen on Marine Parade in Coolangatta — a vibrant and creative Asian fusion dining destinatio...
Hidden along Griffith Street in Coolangatta, La Stradina is a cosy European-style bistro and vinyl bar that brings a touch of Mediterranean charm to the coast. Meaning “little street,” the venue of...
Manolas Deli Bar Bistro

Manolas Deli Bar Bistro

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 7:00 AM

Surfers Paradise

Located on Via Roma in Surfers Paradise, Manolas Deli Bar Bistro brings a long-standing Mediterranean tradition to the Gold Coast through fresh, handcrafted food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. T...
Ember by Fire Baby

Ember by Fire Baby

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

Southport

Charcoal Sunday Roast at EmberFire-Cooked Sunday RoastJoin us at Ember Bar & Grill every Sunday from 12:00–2:45pm and enjoy our charcoal-fired take on the traditional Sunday roast. Our full à la carte menu also remains available, with additional dish...
Masu Izakaya

Masu Izakaya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Burleigh Heads

Gold Coast Highway in Burleigh Heads is home to Masu Izakaya, a contemporary Japanese restaurant blending traditional technique with a relaxed izakaya vibe. Centred around a lively sushi bar, the m...
Kiyomi

Kiyomi

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Broadbeach

14 Chef Hat Award
Nineteen at The Star

Nineteen at The Star

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Bar Ricci

Bar Ricci

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 1:00 PM

Main Beach

Restaurant & Catering Association
Shiraz Persian Restaurant & Bar
Jonez on Ephraim

Jonez on Ephraim

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

Paradise Point

Restaurant & Catering Association