Restaurants near River Esplanade Motel Mooloolaba

112 restaurants available nearby

1. Spero

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Mooloolaba

Booked 37 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.

2. Casita Wine Bar

4.8

Exceptional(47)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Mooloolaba

Booked 4 times today

Nestled 100m from the white sands of Mooloolaba, this captivating Mediterranean wine bar seamlessly blends sophistication with a welcoming ambiance. It offers a curated selection of velvety wines, each sip resonating with the sun kissed flavours of the region. The atmosphere is an enchanting fusion of coastal charm and refined elegance, creating a memorable experience for patrons seeking both a touch of luxury and a relaxed retreat. Additionally, it offers a tempting selection of tapas, cheese, and charcuterie boards to compliment the exquisite wine offerings.

3. Casa Restaurant

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4.7

Exceptional(4)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mooloolaba

Booked 4 times today

Just steps from the white sands of Mooloolaba Beach, Casa Restaurant offers a warm, Mediterranean-inspired dining experience by the creators of Casita Wine Bar. Whether you're starting or finishing your night next door at Casita, Casa Restaurant is your destination for sharing moments and savouring "The Art of Living."Begin with our signature Casa Paloma cocktail, followed by a share table of Mediterranean delights - think fresh salmon carpaccio, authentic prawn linguine, and tender slow-cooked lamb shoulder. End your evening with a sweet indulgence with our affogato martini and profiteroles, or a refreshing limoncello digestive.With stunning interiors and a menu designed to bring people together, Casa Restaurant is the perfect place to relax, share, and celebrate the Mediterranean way of life.

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4. Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(2733)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mooloolaba

Booked 45 times today

Bella Venezia Restaurant is the Sunshine Coast's favourite Italian Restaurant! Awarded the prestigious AGFG Chef's Hat in 2024 and 2023. Best Formal Italian Restaurant in SEQ - RCA 2023 Award and also the AGFG Best Regional Restaurant Sunshine Coast 2024 Reader’s Choice Award. For over 41 years Bella Venezia has been a dining institution on Mooloolaba Esplanade at Mooloolaba Beach. Our executive chef Ben Achurch presents a modern Italian menu. Ingredients are sourced from local farms and Mooloolaba's very own seafood port. Bella Venezia is recognised for its internationally acclaimed wine list with over 500 different labels on offer. Featuring wine from Australia, New Zealand, France and an impressive Italian selection.Some awards;AGFG Best Italian Restaurant 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017 - "Readers Choice Award""3 GLASS RATING" 2020, 2021, 2022 2023 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards Winner BEST WINE LIST IN QLD 2022 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards

5. Bocca Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1795)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bokarina

Booked 72 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.

6. Market Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2119)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Maroochydore

Booked 54 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.

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7. Pavilion Mooloolaba

4.3

Awesome(755)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Mooloolaba

Step through the archway, take a seat and enjoy uninterrupted sweeping views of Mooloolaba beach where every day feels like a European summer. From your morning coffee to your late-night espresso martini, your brunch cravings in the A.M. to your authentic pizza fix in the P.M. — whatever it is that welcomes you here, Pavilion Mooloolaba provides the perfect place to celebrate, to sip and to share.

8. Alex Surf Club

4.3

Awesome(1372)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandra Headland

Booked 65 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!

9. Brightwater Hotel

4.5

Awesome(2042)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Mountain Creek

Booked 31 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!

10. Green Zebra

4.6

Exceptional(2309)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Parrearra

Booked 33 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

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Sue VIP
Canberra •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love this place. Fabulous food and great vibe. The garlic bread is next level! The cocktails and food are excellent and the service is friendly and professional.
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Bocca ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bokarina
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David
Yorkshire •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Found the mail meal bland service was quite overall not the best place I have been.
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Bella Venezia Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mooloolaba
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MarkVIP
Brisbane •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
100% add Casita wine bar to your restaurant / bar schedule. It’s always a good time. Epic vibe, great food, delicious wine, Kate and the team provide super personable service.
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Casita Wine BarPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Mooloolaba
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4.8
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Russell
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The meals were delicious , the portions ample and the service excellent. Good value for money. The service was excellent and we had a great spot by the window looking out over the marina. Was our best evening dining experience of our 4 night stay.
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SperoPrice: Expensive• Greek• Mooloolaba
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4.3
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Corinna
Tropical North Queensland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 29, 2024
We had a beautiful evening at Casa restaurant, the ambience and Mediterranean design is very appealing, the service was attentive, everyone enjoyed their meals and the wines and cocktails were exceptional, will definitely return
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Casa RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Mooloolaba
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4.7

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112 restaurants available nearby

1. Spero

2. Casita Wine Bar

3. Casa Restaurant

4. Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar

5. Bocca Italian

6. Market Bistro

7. Pavilion Mooloolaba

8. Alex Surf Club

9. Brightwater Hotel

10. Green Zebra

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