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Alfresco Italian Restaurant

3/3018 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

4.7(4,338)· Google$$$$
68
Spot Score
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ClosedToday 17:00 – 21:30 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours

Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen Sundays
Alfresco Italian Restaurant

A long-running Italian restaurant in the heart of Surfers Paradise, rated 4.7 across more than 4,300 reviews.

Practical details

3/3018 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
$Typically $$ · price level 2 of 4

Opening hours

Closed
Monday
17:00 – 21:00
Tuesday
17:00 – 21:00
Wednesday
17:00 – 21:00
Thursday
17:00 – 21:00
Friday
17:00 – 21:30
SaturdayToday
17:00 – 21:30
Sunday
17:00 – 21:00

Why it's worth checking out

Alfresco Italian Restaurant sits on Surfers Paradise Boulevard, right in the middle of the Gold Coast's most famous precinct. A well-established Italian eatery, it's become a popular fixture in Surfers, drawing a big and loyal following with the kind of generous, crowd-pleasing food that suits the holiday mood of the area.

The appeal is in that combination of a prime central location and a reliable, much-loved menu — the sort of dependable Italian spot that works for families, groups and couples alike, just a short stroll from the beach and the buzz of Cavill Avenue. The sheer volume of feedback shows how firmly it's part of the Surfers dining scene.

With a 4.7 rating from more than 4,300 reviews, it's clearly keeping its many diners happy — no small feat in such a high-traffic, competitive precinct. Menus, opening hours and pricing change, and a popular Surfers restaurant fills up over weekends and holidays, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you head down — particularly if you're dining with a group or visiting in peak season.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating available
  • Family-run establishment
  • Classic Italian menu

Best for

Casual Italian diningGroups and familiesOutdoor meals

Spot Score

68

The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.7 from 4,338 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.

About the venue · from Google

ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
88
PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
100

About this listing · our record

Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
30
Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
70
FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
30

Last checked against sources 18 June 2026.

Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.

Frequently asked questions

Does Alfresco Italian Restaurant have outdoor seating?+

Yes, the restaurant features outdoor seating options.

What type of cuisine does Alfresco serve?+

They serve classic Italian cuisine.

Is Alfresco Italian Restaurant family-friendly?+

Yes, it's a lively family-run establishment.

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