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A photo of Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop restaurant
1. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop
4.7
Exceptional(487)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Southport
Booked 21 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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2. Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort
4.1
Excellent(646)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Main Beach
Booked 21 times today
Enhanced by its coastal décor and relaxing ambience, Shoreline serves as the ideal restaurant for every occasion. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner featuring dishes from land and sea, including Queensland prawns, a variety of international dishes and our delicious Chef carved meats. To finish, treat yourself to the array of delectable desserts with all the trimmings. You'll find us on the lobby level of Sea World Resort, we hope to see you and your family there for your next night out.
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3. Lagoon Beach Club
4.6
Exceptional(14)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Hope Island
Booked 10 times today
Join us at our newest venue, the Lagoon Beach Club, on our pool deck for a cocktail overlooking the iconic beach lagoon. The Lagoon Beach Club serves casual poolside cuisine and an array of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails and non-alcoholic refreshments.Overlooking the resort’s stunning one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool and beside the Terrace Pool & Spa, The Lagoon Beach Club has been fully refurbished serving casual poolside cuisine and an array of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages to our resort and local guests. With soothing sounds, crisp cocktails and a fresh food menu, join us on our Pool Deck watching the day go by embracing our Gold Coast Playground.
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4. Cafe Catalina - Gold Coast
4.3
Awesome(536)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • Southport
Booked 17 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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5. Mad Over Italian
4.7
Exceptional(71)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Helensvale
Booked 2 times today
Serving from 20th July 11am onwards. A fresh casual dining experience with traditional Italian delectables.
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6. The Verandah Bar
4.3
Awesome(26)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Hope Island
Welcome to Verandah Restaurant & Bar at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort. Experience world-class mixology and gourmet dining whilst enjoying views of the resort's manicured gardens and the nearby Coomera River. Home to over 50 whiskeys, covering the globe’s most coveted regions from Scotland to Ireland, America to Japan, and of course, our homeland Australia, The Verandah Bar is a hub of an award-winning rarity.Offering an all-day dining menu, Verandah Restaurant & Bar is the ultimate all-inclusive venue with a range of artisan dishes including tapas, share plates, soups, plant-based delights and substantial modern Australian dishes. Signature dishes include the InterContinental Club Sandwich, the vegan Earth Burger, and our Mooloolaba Prawn & Mussel Fettuccine. Available for both lunch and dinner, venture into Verandah Restaurant & Bar for casual resort dining throughout the day.
A photo of Cabana Bar and Lounge restaurant
7. Cabana Bar and Lounge
3.8
Excellent(23)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Southport
Booked 3 times today
Well-known for its social, laid-back atmosphere, Cabana Bar & Lounge is the perfect venue for any celebration, social occasion or simply a fun night out!Enjoy sipping on divine cocktails whilst enjoying delectable tapas, whilst overlooking the lush grounds at Southport Sharks from your very own cabana.Featuring an impressive cocktail bar with stunning design features, including five contemporary cabana lounge booths and an eclectic mix of furnishings and greenery accents – it’s a place where friends and family can come together.Choose from the extensive selection of premium beers and wines, or let Cabana’s mixologist prepare you a delicious cocktail.Please note: Cabana Lounge and Bar is strictly an 18+ venue.
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8. Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach
4.5
Awesome(2162)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Broadbeach
Booked 45 times today
Hospitality Heavyweight Scott Imlach has teamed up with Head Chef Sam Sheehan to bring a modern take on classic Asian street food to the Gold Coast. A staple in the local dining scene since early 2016, the laid back alfresco eatery has proven its timeless flavours to locals and guests alike. Centrally located on the outskirts of vibrant Broadbeach, with cocktails that delight, and a menu that will take you straight to a side street of Vietnam, it is a must when it comes to Asian dining on the coast.
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9. Driftwood Social
3.9
Excellent(30)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Surfers Paradise
Booked 1 time today
Driftwood Social has an exciting Miami pool club feel that brings life to the riverfront, offering a chilled out ambience at any time of the day or night. Driftwood Social offers poolside cabanas and a riverfront old-school surf themed bar with various “eat, drink, chill” zones from which to enjoy retro poolside cocktails during the day, and fun classics for when the sun goes down. Chill out listening to the cool tunes, sip Champagne or enjoy a refreshing beer or wine.A fresh, vibrant menu of light and refreshing dishes and sharing platters captures the mood of every occasion and is designed to cater for social moments with friends or relaxed time alone.Driftwood Social is Gold Coast’s weekend social haunt for guests and locals. As the day warms up, so does Driftwood Social. What better place to catch a famous Gold Coast sunset, Driftwood Social provides an escape from the buzzing local nightlife.
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10. Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar
4.5
Awesome(238)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Broadbeach
Booked 35 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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