Alfresco Italian Restaurant
3/3018 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia
ClosedToday 17:00 – 21:30 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours





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