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1. Cafe Catalina - Gold Coast
4.4
Awesome(532)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Southport
Booked 4 times today
Located on the water’s edge in Southport’s Broadwater Parklands, and nestled against the Aquatic Centre, lies Café Catalina Restaurant and Bar.Offering indoor/outdoor casual dining with a fresh modern Australian menu, the kitchen serves breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.With legendary waterfront Sunset Sessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Catalina is the perfect place to wind down after a busy week in an idyllic Gold Coast setting.
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2. YOT DECK
4.0
Excellent(147)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Main Beach
Booked 5 times today
YOT Deck has a focus on sit down dining, entertainment and cocktails in a super relaxedsetting with space for private events and Christmas parties. YOT Deck will be open for tradeseven days a week from August through to summer, offering lunch and dinner service.For those seeking an unforgettable hospitality experience paired with picturesque waterfrontviews, YOT Deck is the ultimate destination. Whether you're looking to celebrate a specialoccasion, enjoy a leisurely lunch, or combine a drink before embarking on your YOT Clubcruise, YOT Deck will provide the best of both hospitality worlds.
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3. Hound and Stag Brewing Co
4.2
Awesome(32)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Biggera Waters
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to Hound and Stag Brewing Co, the Northern Gold Coast's largest taproom and live music precinct. Nestled in an old Aussie farmhouse setting, our venue offers an unparalleled experience. Step into the ambiance of Hound & Stag, where award-winning beer, incredible food, and live music combine. Our menu is a testament to our passion for flavours and good food! Experience the joy of sharing with our Large Stack of Wings or our popular Korean Chicken Burger. At Hound & Stag, we cater to diverse tastes, honouring both the carnivorous spirit and the love for plant-based delights and dairy requirements. We are more than just a brewery with award-winning beer; we offer signature cocktails, locally sourced wines, and your favourite spirits! H&S are all about offering an adventure on the Northern Gold Coast, come and check us out for yourself!
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4. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop
4.6
Exceptional(485)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Southport
Booked 5 times today
A multi level pizzeria, wine bar and rooftop space. We specialise in gourmet pizza, deli meats & cheese plus delicious cocktail jugs and drinks in the sunshine.
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5. Mad Over Italian
4.6
Exceptional(70)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Helensvale
Booked 3 times today
Serving from 20th July 11am onwards. A fresh casual dining experience with traditional Italian delectables.
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6. Pablito's Sanctuary Cove
4.2
Awesome(296)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Hope Island
Pablito’s Mexican Tequilaria in Sanctuary Cove brings the fiesta with vibrant Mexican flavours, colourful décor, and a lively atmosphere. Known for crowd favourites like their crispy fish tacos, cheesy quesadillas, and zesty ceviche, Pablito’s pairs each dish with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive selection of premium tequilas. The outdoor terrace is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sun, while the upbeat ambience makes every meal feel like a celebration.Entertainment at Pablito’s includes live music and themed nights, adding to the festive vibe. With taco Tuesdays, tequila tastings, and plenty of margaritas to go around, it’s the go-to spot for locals and visitors craving authentic Mexican cuisine with a fun twist. Whether you're in the mood for a laid-back dinner or a lively night out with friends, Pablito’s is the place to be.
A photo of Mamasan Kitchen and Bar restaurant
7. Mamasan Kitchen and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2365)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Broadbeach
Booked 29 times today
Welcome to Mamasan Kitchen & Bar, a modern Asian share-style dining restaurant located in the heart of Broadbeach. Our culinary team is dedicated to bringing you a unique and unforgettable dining experience that fuses the bold flavours of Asia with a modern twist.We believe that food is meant to be shared and enjoyed with friends and family, with our menu being curated around this concept. The menu features a diverse array of dishes bursting with full flavors, using the best quality ingredients meticulously sourced from the finest producers. We take pride in our extensive and award-winning wine and sake selection complementing our vibrant modern Asian menu. Our beverage experts have carefully selected each bottle to enhance your dining experience and elevate your taste buds to new heights. Our Drinks List also features a large selection of premium spirits including a selection of rare Japanese Whiskies and Asian inspired cocktails.
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8. Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)
4.6
Exceptional(2362)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Broadbeach
Booked 24 times today
Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach, overlooking Victoria Park, and opposite Gold Coast Sofitel Hotel, Star Casino & the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Gold Coast is multi award winning, undoubtedly the Gold Coast's Best Steak Restaurant. Moo Moo breaks down the barriers of a normal steak house by losing the overtly masculine vibe that has so long been the trademark of its genre. With its stunning modern interior decor of natural stone finishes, sleek organic curves and state of the art lighting system, the steak restaurant has evolved.Enjoy an award winning beef menu of the highest quality, with some cuts exclusive to Moo Moo Restaurant Group. These cuts include; Dry Aged, Pasture Fed, All Natural and Grain Fed which include a mix of Wagyu and Angus breeds. To ensure that our menus cater for more than just beef lovers they also include fresh seafood, poultry, game and of course vegetarian options available.
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9. The Exhibitionist Bar
4.5
Awesome(337)
Price: Moderate
• Dining Bar • Surfers Paradise
Booked 5 times today
Be seduced by the sweeping views across the Gold Coast with speciality cocktails and bar food designed to share Sitting high on the striking HOTA Gallery, The Exhibitionist Bar brings together great flavours, an enviable champagne list, and an explosion of flavours you won’t forget in a hurry. Whether you want a light lunch with friends, a cocktail at sundown or a nightcap, The Exhibitionist Bar is the perfect choice.
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10. Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar
4.4
Awesome(231)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Broadbeach
Booked 23 times today
Steven & Autumn Adams, the culinary visionaries who brought you the iconic Moo Moo – Wine Bar + Grill, have taken Seafood dining to the next level. Their passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences has led them to open their third restaurant, and this time, it's all about seafood.What sets BLOWFISH OCEAN GRILL + BAR apart is the husband and wife team’s commitment to raising the bar for seafood dining on the Gold Coast. While they have earned their reputation for premium steaks, this new venture is a deep dive into the world of ocean-inspired cuisine, promising to redefine seafood dining like never before.

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