Restaurants near Kawana Beach

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1. Bocca Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1869)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bokarina

Booked 58 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.

2. Green Zebra

4.7

Exceptional(2367)

££££Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Parrearra

Booked 24 times today

Situated on Kawana Island and overlooking the picturesque Double Bay, the Green Zebra Restaurant & Bar has it all from outdoor fresco dining to private dining and function rooms.Come and enjoy delicious Modern Australian food and drinks, all made with only the freshest seasonal produce. Listen to the gentle waves lap against the shore while sipping on a cocktail and sharing tasty morsels of small plate starters.Our name? Green Zebra is a variety of heirloom tomato. Simple as that! Quirky, fun and vibrant; a name people will affiliate with food, and not forget in a hurry.Our philosophy is uncomplicated, fresh, healthy, moreish food that we love to eat. Our food is prepared in house daily, with passion and precision by our amazing team of chefs.We work with only the best local suppliers and producers using seasonal ingredients where possible. This extends to our local and domestic craft beer & wine suppliers as well. You can’t hav

3. Market Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2154)

££££Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Maroochydore

Booked 50 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.

4. STOA

4.7

Exceptional(116)

££££Price: Moderate

• Cafe Dining • Bokarina

Booked 22 times today

Located in the heart of Bokarina, Stoa offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience that blends contemporary flavours with timeless elegance. Our menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, featuring a curated selection of small plates and tapas inspired by global cuisine, complemented by fresh seafood and artisan produce. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, fine wines and signature cocktails in a stylish setting that merges industrial minimalism with natural elements like stone, timber and greenery.Stoa is more than just a place to dine – it's a social hub where friends and family come together to relax, unwind and connect. Whether you're here for an intimate evening of tapas and live music or a leisurely weekend brunch, we strive to create an experience that lingers long after you’ve left.Join us and discover the art of relaxed sophistication.

5. Alex Surf Club

4.3

Awesome(1398)

££££Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandra Headland

Booked 19 times today

The Alex Surf Club is arguably the best seat on the beach with great food and friendly service all in one incredible location. Grab a seat at one of our great dining locations in the Bistro, Kiosk or Bluff Bar and your taste buds will be rewarded! Our menus feature great family value meals cooked with some of the best locally grown and made produce on the Sunshine Coast.Please note bookings 1-7 persons have 1.5 hours on table and 8+ persons have 2 hours.We look forward to seeing you!

6. Brightwater Hotel

4.5

Awesome(2063)

££££Price: Moderate

• Australian • Mountain Creek

Booked 28 times today

Brightwater Hotel is the best pub on the Sunshine Coast! With its stunning lakeside location and beautiful waterfront views, the venue provides a wide range of entertainment and leisure facilities for the whole family. Offering guests a warm Sunshine Coast dining experience, Brightwater Hotel provides a wide range of fresh seafood dishes, MSA-grade steaks, and classic pub meals like pizza, pasta, and schnitzel. An indulgent variety of desserts are also on offer to indulge in or share. Ingredients are sourced from local food providers in surrounding areas like Mooloolaba and the Sunshine Coast hinterland.We have 5 function spaces including Pontoon and Pontoon Deck, The Lounge Deck, Pavilion Deck and our flagship venue, The Lakehouse Sunshine Coast which offers seating for up to 150 guests or space for a roving cocktail style event for up to 250 guests.Come in and meet our team or make your enquiry for your next function!

7. Spero

4.3

Awesome(279)

££££Price: Expensive

• Greek • Mooloolaba

Booked 27 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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8. Verona Fresh Italian

4.7

Exceptional(688)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Birtinya

Booked 15 times today

Traditional Napoli Style Pizzas from Allessandro Pintus, Italian & Australian Wines, Artesian Cocktails, an Extensive Gin & Tonic Menu with a focus on Australian Distilleries, House-made Pastas by Group Head Chef Daniel White & Kai Coffee with an experience second to none! ***Please Note***For same day online dinner bookings the cut off time is 5pm. To book after this time please call the venue on (07) 5227 8518 and our team can assist you.

9. Fish on Parkyn

4.5

Awesome(826)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Mooloolaba

Booked 5 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.

10. Juan Fifty

4.5

Awesome(379)

££££Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Maroochydore

Discover Juan Fifty, the Sunshine Coast's best Mexican restaurant, in Alexandra Headland just a stone's throw from the beach. Open daily from 12pm till late, Juan offers an irresistible modern Mexican dishes using authentic techniques in a vibrant, laid-back setting. Dive into our weekly specials: $20 nachos every Monday, a lunch special choosing any 3 tacos and a drink Monday to Friday, and $15 burrito bowls on Thursdays.Our extensive cocktail list ensures you'll find the perfect drink to complement your meal. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—Juan Fifty is where great Mexican cuisine meets a fantastic beachside vibe!

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Patrick
Queensland •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always my friend and I had a terrific time and the food and service exceeded expectations.
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Market BistroPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Maroochydore
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4.7
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David
Sunshine Coast •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our house guests offered to treat us to dinner. As regulars to the Green Zebra we knew dinner would be great, with excellent service. Our choice paid off and our guests endorsed the venue, the service and the food. Thank you.
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Green ZebraPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Parrearra
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was amazing. Staff went above and beyond to make our anniversary dinner a most special date night. Very impressed with the service, wines and food. Absolutely faultless. So great to have a special night out and be wowed from start to finish. Thank you! What a great team you have at Bocca!
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Bocca ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bokarina
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4.7
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Tahlia
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great and timely service and great food variety and quality
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Alex Surf ClubPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandra Headland
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4.3
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Sally Ann
Sunshine Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
Great lunch catch up with friends, food delish, great choice of wines… my favorite go to place.
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STOAPrice: Moderate• Cafe Dining• Bokarina
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4.7

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