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A photo of Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar restaurant
1. Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar
4.5
Awesome(2716)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mooloolaba
Booked 47 times today
Bella Venezia Restaurant is the Sunshine Coast's favourite Italian Restaurant! Awarded the prestigious AGFG Chef's Hat in 2024 and 2023. Best Formal Italian Restaurant in SEQ - RCA 2023 Award and also the AGFG Best Regional Restaurant Sunshine Coast 2024 Reader’s Choice Award. For over 41 years Bella Venezia has been a dining institution on Mooloolaba Esplanade at Mooloolaba Beach. Our executive chef Ben Achurch presents a modern Italian menu. Ingredients are sourced from local farms and Mooloolaba's very own seafood port. Bella Venezia is recognised for its internationally acclaimed wine list with over 500 different labels on offer. Featuring wine from Australia, New Zealand, France and an impressive Italian selection.Some awards;AGFG Best Italian Restaurant 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017 - "Readers Choice Award""3 GLASS RATING" 2020, 2021, 2022 2023 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards Winner BEST WINE LIST IN QLD 2022 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards
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2. Pavilion Mooloolaba
4.3
Awesome(753)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mooloolaba
Step through the archway, take a seat and enjoy uninterrupted sweeping views of Mooloolaba beach where every day feels like a European summer. From your morning coffee to your late-night espresso martini, your brunch cravings in the A.M. to your authentic pizza fix in the P.M. — whatever it is that welcomes you here, Pavilion Mooloolaba provides the perfect place to celebrate, to sip and to share.
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3. Backlane Bar & Street Food
4.0
Excellent(57)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Mooloolaba
Booked 15 times today
Backlane Bar & Street Food is Mooloolaba’s casual dining destination. Offering a fusion menu. Backlane Bar &Street Food is just one street away from Mooloolaba Beach so be sure to swing by for a drink, a share-plate, orsettle-in for the evening. You can even banish those late night cravings with a delicious selection of tasty supperoptions, available until late.We offer a choice of outdoor street-tables or indoor bench-style shared seating. Bookings are preferred, but notessential.
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4. Casita Wine Bar
4.8
Exceptional(45)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Mooloolaba
Booked 10 times today
Nestled 100m from the white sands of Mooloolaba, this captivating Mediterranean wine bar seamlessly blends sophistication with a welcoming ambiance. It offers a curated selection of velvety wines, each sip resonating with the sun kissed flavours of the region. The atmosphere is an enchanting fusion of coastal charm and refined elegance, creating a memorable experience for patrons seeking both a touch of luxury and a relaxed retreat. Additionally, it offers a tempting selection of tapas, cheese, and charcuterie boards to compliment the exquisite wine offerings.
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5. Spero
4.2
Awesome(254)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Mooloolaba
Booked 52 times today
Spero is the kind of family-owned beach-style eatery that you might find in Corfu Town. The menu includes Greek favourites but goes far beyond as well, with a selection from tzatziki, calamari, spanakopita and Greek meatballs to saganaki grilled cheese or confit lamb shoulder. Spero specialises in the highest quality local produce with a perfect splash of Mediterranean flavours.
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6. Goodslice Pizza Napoletana
4.8
Exceptional(328)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Maroochydore
Booked 19 times today
Tucked down a laneway, housed in an industrial building, you'll find our quirky pizzeria. Our vibe is super casual and we love to see our customers sharing pizzas, beers and enjoying life. Our space is ideal for large groups, but also for families and couples. Were all about the pizza! Pizza Napoletana is authentic pizza from Naples, and we make it according to the generations-old technique....with just a little of our own twists here and there. Our dough is made in-house and fermented for a minimum of 24hrs to create a tasty and light base - minimal yeast so no bloating here. Then its hand-stretched, topped with quality ingredients imported from Italy AND sourced locally, and cooked at a fiery 400 degrees.We do other stuff as well - starters, sharers, salads, homemade desserts, and gelato. Plus cocktails, imported and locally brewed beers, and some carefully selected wines from independent wineries.
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7. Market Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(2105)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Maroochydore
Booked 55 times today
Market Bistro will open from 11.30am 7 days a week, offering a classic “bistro style” menu featuring house made pasta, and a great selection of dry aged meats and a bunch of export quality local seafood. Our wine list will be interesting, constantly evolving and feature predominantly Australian and New Zealand producers. A unique feature of the Bistro is the fact you can walk into & purchase wine from the Wine Store for retail prices then drink it in the Bistro (for a small corkage fee.)Market Bistro will be a stylish, casual restaurant that is not stuffy or pretentious... It is professional, casual & truly local.
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8. Fish on Parkyn
4.6
Exceptional(812)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Mooloolaba
Booked 14 times today
Located across from Mooloolaba Beach, enjoy a true ‘Dock to Table” experience with the freshest seafood selected daily from our dock only seconds away.Fish on Parkyn has been a Mooloolaba institution for the past 21 years, and we are proud to be Google and Trip Advisor’s No.1 rated seafood restaurant. We are committed to local and seasonal ingredients for our simply prepared, inspired, modern Australian cuisine. Please join us for a casual contemporary dining experience with excellent food and great hospitality.
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9. Bocca Italian
4.7
Exceptional(1776)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bokarina
Booked 94 times today
Welcome to Bocca Italian at Bokarina Beach on the Sunshine Coast! Offering hand stretched pizza, an array of Salumi's, breads and cheeses and fresh pasta's! Exec Chef Harry Lilai (Ex Cecconis Melbourne) and Head Chef Rob Bredhauer (Ex Bianca Brisbane) have created a menu designed for sharing with all the Italian favourites.Osso Buco, Tiramisu and Polpette with flatbread are our go to's and we of course have a cracking wine list with local, local Italian and imported Italian drops.Our cocktails are all made by Lauren Thomson, our amazing Bar Manager from Market Bistro, so of course we have the salted caramel espresso martini as well as a heap of Italian inspired spritzes, sours and shaken drinks.We offer seating inside for 80 including bar and kitchen dining, another 50 outside, and a private room that seats 14.We look forward to welcoming you into our home, at Bocca Italian, Tony, Luke and Harry.
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10. Sakana Mooloolaba
4.5
Awesome(316)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Mooloolaba
Booked 20 times today
Sakana is consistently rated as Mooloolaba's No.1 Sushi Restaurant. Unassuming and tucked discreetly into the side of its sister restaurant Fish on Parkyn, Sakana is a local sushi institution for a reason. Super fresh and straight from the dock just behind us, we artfully prepare the most pristine ingredients for your enjoyment. We offer you an authentic Japanese Cuisine experience, at affordable prices in a relaxed and casual setting.

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  • Elen
    Melbourne •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My partner and I visited Bella Venezia while on holiday for our anniversary and enjoyed our time there. Our waiter, Brendan was very knowledgeable about all the dishes, the different flavours in them and what location they’re from. We really appreciated his service as this is what made the experience even better. My partner and I got the 7 course meal and walked out with a nice full belly. If you have a special occasion or are looking to just indulge, this is the place. Thank you Bella Venezia!
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    Bella Venezia Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mooloolaba
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    4.5
  • Bec
    Sunshine Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Pavilion was so lovely to eat at. The decor was cute and casual but the food made it next level. The view over mooloolaba beach was stunning and I loved the whole experience. I had the mushroom ravioli with a glass of wine and am so happy with all of it. A stunning experience.
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    Pavilion MooloolabaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Mooloolaba
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    4.3
  • Gavin
    Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Very friendly staff, very tasty food, honestly didn't care for the last layout/decor but since the renovations the atmosphere is much better! Will be going again!
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    SperoPrice: Expensive• Greek• Mooloolaba
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    4.2
  • Chloe
    Sunshine Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Incredible food and service, we will definitely be back
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    Backlane Bar & Street FoodPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Mooloolaba
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    4
  • Jennifer
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Dec 2024
    “A Hidden Gem in Mooloolaba!” Casita Wine Bar is an absolute must-visit when in Mooloolaba. Tucked away with an inviting and intimate atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxed evening. The wine selection is exceptional, offering a thoughtfully curated range of local and international options to suit every palate. The small bites and tapas-style menu are delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented—ideal for sharing while sipping on your favorite drop. Whether you’re catching up with friends, enjoying a romantic date, or simply unwinding after a long day, Casita Wine Bar provides an experience that feels both cozy and sophisticated. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a relaxed vibe with top-tier food and wine. Can’t wait to visit again
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    Casita Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Mooloolaba
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    4.8

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