Best Restaurants in Gold Coast (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Gold Coast? We've rounded up 224 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Gold Coast's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
224 spots
Bar Leo Food & Wine
Restaurants in Palm Beach, Gold Coast.
Mr PP's Rooftop and Laneway
$$Unassuming restaurant offering classic Italian cuisine, including pizza & pasta dishes.
SHŌTŌ
$$Restaurants in Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast.
YOMG Pacific Fair
$$Dessert Spots in Broadbeach, Gold Coast.
Social Eating House + Bar
$$$Cosy venue serving sharing plates, oysters & charcuterie, plus craft cocktails & a robust wine list.
Den Devine Restaurant & Music Lounge
Bars in Broadbeach, Gold Coast.
Rick Shores
$$$Restaurants in Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast.
Billy Chow
Restaurants in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.
Bar Evelyn
Restaurants in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.
Minari
Restaurants in Southport, Gold Coast.
Edgewater Dining and Lounge
$$$Brunch & refined bistro dishes in a chic setting with water views through ceiling-high windows.
The Glenelg Public House
$$Restaurants in Mermaid Beach, Gold Coast.
The Loose Moose
$$Hip, brick-lined bar featuring pub fare with a twist, plus bespoke cocktails & craft beers on tap.
Gemelli Italian
$$$Wood-fired pizza and homemade pasta in a rustic-chic restaurant with exposed beams and brickwork.
Milky Lane Surfers Paradise
$$Dessert Spots in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast.
Hanks
Restaurants in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.
Sofia’s Restaurant & Bar
Restaurants in Broadbeach, Gold Coast.
Yamagen Japanese Restaurant
$$Busy Japanese BBQ restaurant and sushi bar with live cooking displays, in an elegant modern hotel.
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Read guide →Restaurants in Gold Coast — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Gold Coast?+
Our top-rated restaurants in Gold Coast are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Gold Coast restaurants ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter restaurants by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many restaurants are listed in Gold Coast?+
We currently feature 224 restaurants across Gold Coast and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Gold Coast?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.