Diners' Choice: Vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Gold Coast

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Updated 05 December 2024

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Izakaya Midori

4.9

4.9 (158)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Varsity Lakes

About the restaurant

Izakaya Midori is the only restaurant on the Gold Coast that offers a 100% plant based Japanese dining experience. Our mission is to create and serve an original, tasty and visually pleasing vegan-friendly dining experience for all of our guests, combined with “wabi-sabi” , a very culturally significant Japanese concept.

We welcome people from all over the world throughout the year and deliver the most unique dining experience you can imagine through the concept "プランツでおもてなし hospitality by plants".

We are rated 5 stars on Eat Safe Gold Coast. Five star rating stands for a high level of compliance with the Food Act 2006 and excellent safety management practices. Eat Safe Gold Coast is a food safety initiative for all licensed food businesses throughout the city.

Top review

Jamie

Dined 6 days ago

Absolutely love this place. Fourth time being there and always keen to go back. Great staff, amazing food. Whether you're vegan or not, the food is incredible and there's really something for everyone.

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Experience

Izakaya Midori Cocktail

Kamikaze Teppanyaki - Coomera

4.8

4.8 (350)

$41 to $100

Japanese (Teppanyaki)

Coomera

About the restaurant

Dear Diners, Dining time for each section is 1hr 15mins only. Please be aware that hotplate tables are not able to be booked due to popularity (Only walk-in available). Thank you for your understanding. Feel free to call us 0451 368 389.

With restaurant expertise of over ten years, Kamikaze Teppanyaki & Bar is offering some of the most mouth-watering meat and seafood in town. That’s not all you’ll find at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera, as there is everything from sashimi and tempura options, through to yakitori and bento boxes in this funky restaurant on Foxwell Road on the Gold Coast. The menu is regularly updated with modern Japanese cuisine and drink selections and you’ll always get the best flavours possible. Being funky and friendly, we are not the usual traditional teppanyaki restaurants. The guests can experience and taste more of what we have in the house. Book a table at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera and experience it!

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Peter

Dined today

Everything fantastic. Just not enough entertainment due to been to busy. So was expecting more interaction with the chief etc.

Radici Pasta House

4.7

4.7 (584)

$41 to $100

Italian

Coolangatta

About the restaurant

Arrived from Rome in 2014, the Mancini family decided to change their lives and embark on a new and exciting adventure in Australia. After several experiences as Chefs in Italy and also in Australia, Valentina and Otello decide in 2019 to return on the market with a singular hospitality concept that had already been successful in Rome since 2010 . Radici Pasta House, in Italian language “Radici” means roots indicating the intention to offer a cuisine deeply rooted in Italian food culture with a modern accent and an extreme attention to the overall experience. Head Chef Marco Minore, who also joined Radici Pasta House in 2019, with his menu has contributed to giving life to this project which, in addition to the particular chef table seats around the bar, represents something unique in Gold Coast and beyond.

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Always impressed with this restaurant great staff helpful food excellent great wines good prices the dessert I had was 10/10

Palette Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (278)

$100 and over

Modern Australian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

A unique fine dining experience with a fully curated wine list and locally sourced ingredients. Situated in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palette offers a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast. Dayan and his team in the kitchen will extend your art experience, taking inspiration from artworks on display and major exhibitions to show just how naturally art and food blends.

Top review

Marika

Dined on 11 Dec 2024

Everything about our meal tonight made for a memorable experience. The waiters were exceptional, the food, exquisite and the ambience was very relaxed.

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Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach

4.5

4.5 (2157)

$40 and under

Asian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

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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Anu-Maaria

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, really nice atmosphere- special thanks to Claudia

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Experience

Margarita Boozy Brunch

Shiraz Persian Restaurant + Bar

4.4

4.4 (382)

$41 to $100

Persian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

Recently awarded by tripadvisor as “The Best of The Best” in 2020 & 2021. "Traveller's Choice" in 2022.
"Iran is a country with a diverse geography and ethnic population. It sits at the centre of the former Kingdom of Persia, one of the world’s oldest continuous major civilisations. Iran forms a bridge between the Middle East and the Far East in the centre of the ancient Silk Road, a major trading route which goes back tens of thousands of years.

Persian cuisine has influenced many world cuisines, and has absorbed elements from other cuisines as well. It's no surprise that Persian ingredients such as saffron, pomegranate have made their way into other cuisines! As ancient traders took their wares to the corners of the world, they traded goods, bringing back the eating habits and ingredients from Greece, Rome, Turkey, Russia and India. Today's Persian cuisine traces its roots to ancient Persian ingredients and recipes, and is enriched by the great tastes imported from the rest of

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Sonja

Dined 6 days ago

Food was delicious, staff very friendly, fast service. Our whole experience was outstanding and we can’t wait to come back.

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Experience

$25 Lunch Special (food + drink)

Experience

BYO Monday's

Experience

Tight Tuesday! Free Mezze Platter valued at $33.5

Justin Lane Establishment

4.4

4.4 (1113)

$41 to $100

Italian

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Eat, drink & be messy. That’s our motto here at JL. We pride ourselves on the quality of our products. From our famous sourdough pizza and handmade pasta, to our signature cocktails, boutique wines and 8 beers on tap.

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Whitney

Dined 5 days ago

Great service and amazing fresh food. Definitely recommend a visit.

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Experience

$59 FEED ME MENU

Mr Hizola’s

4.4

4.4 (1601)

$40 and under

Cantonese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Portholes that take you to the other side of the world and hanging lanterns that will brighten your day. Mr Hizola's brings contemporary Cantonese cuisine to Burleigh Heads in style. With dishes from the land to the sea and everywhere in between, there is something for everyone and every taste bud, dumplings, duck & definite no dog. Treat yourself to traditional food with a modern twist, in a unique venue.

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Kim

Dined today

Great service, beautiful cocktails, amazing food! The sizzling steak is a must. Absolutely superb. The only negative was the flies buzzing around but not much to be done about that when you’re by the windows.

Las Palmas

4.4

4.4 (490)

$41 to $100

Latin American

Palm Beach

About the restaurant

Las Palmas Bar & Restaurant brings you flavours from across Latin America, finding roots in Colombia, Chile, Argentina, Brazil, Cuba and beyond. The menu is designed to be shared with friends and family giving you a chance to try a wide variety of dishes. Las Palmas brings an innovative and fresh approach to the cocktail menu whilst always keeping customer enjoyment as the paramount priority. The venue overlooking beautiful Palm Beach is open and airy letting summer and ocean breezes roll in. Las Palmas is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy the most important parts of life.

Top review

Sharon

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

Loved our long lazy Sunday lunch at Las Palmas! Service … tick. Food … tick. Ambience … tick. Margaritas … tick. Entertainment … tick. View … tick. Will definitely be returning.

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Experience

LP's Bottomless Brunch!

Experience

Taco Thursdays

Vapiano - Soul Boardwalk

4.1

4.1 (175)

$40 and under

Italian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

There are few cuisines more comforting than Italian food and with everything going on in the world right now, we sure need as much comfort as we can get!

As always, at Vapiano, we’re continuing to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with a dash of Aussie spice and the best Australian produce (sourced from within 150 kilometres of each restaurant where possible).

With favourites like our Carbonara or Bolognese pasta, and Margherita or Barbeque Pollo pizza, you won't be disappointed! Dine with us today and experience a slice of Italy in Surfers Paradise.

Top review

Marina

Dined on 25 Dec 2024

Everything was perfect! Easy booking, great food and staff and easy going atmosphere.

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