Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Runaway Bay

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Central Gold CoastNorth Gold Coast

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Biggera WatersBroadbeachCoomeraHelensvaleMain BeachMermaid Beach

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

19 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Frenzy's - Southport Sharks restaurant

1. Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

4.1

Excellent(1145)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Southport

Booked 29 times today

Lunch:Southport Sharks are proud to offer Value Lunches to all our Members & Guests, meaning you can enjoy your favourites for LESS! Meals start from as little as $13, making it more affordable than ever to get a good quality meal.Dinner:The complete all-you-can-eat buffet at Frenzy’s has now returned to being on offer 7 nights a week! From Monday to Thursday enjoy our full range of incredible dishes, then from Friday to Sunday enjoy even more with the addition of prawns, mussels & other delicious seafood dishes.

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2. Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.1

Excellent(652)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Main Beach

Booked 3 times today

Enhanced by its coastal décor and relaxing ambience, Shoreline serves as the ideal restaurant for every occasion. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner featuring dishes from land and sea, including Queensland prawns, a variety of international dishes and our delicious Chef carved meats. To finish, treat yourself to the array of delectable desserts with all the trimmings. You'll find us on the lobby level of Sea World Resort, we hope to see you and your family there for your next night out.

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3. GOTO Japanese Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Southport

Booked 1 time today

The restaurant where authenticity can be found and the satisfaction of our customers are never forgotten.The home of some of Japan's most traditional dishes, GOTO is a group of Nagasaki and home to head chef.Welcome to Japan, welcome to GOTO!

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4. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

4.7

Exceptional(494)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southport

Booked 8 times today

Mr P.P.'s Deli and Rooftop is a hot spot for its gourmet pizzas, deli meats, and cheeses. It's also known for its fabulous food and service, as mentioned in reviews. The ambience is relaxed, and the location has rooftop views, making it a great spot for any occasion. The staff is efficient, friendly, and accommodating, contributing to the overall excellent dining experience.

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5. Hound and Stag Brewing Co

4.2

Awesome(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Biggera Waters

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Hound and Stag Brewing Co, the Northern Gold Coast's largest taproom and live music precinct. Nestled in an old Aussie farmhouse setting, our venue offers an unparalleled experience. Step into the ambiance of Hound & Stag, where award-winning beer, incredible food, and live music combine. Our menu is a testament to our passion for flavours and good food! Experience the joy of sharing with our Large Stack of Wings or our popular Korean Chicken Burger. At Hound & Stag, we cater to diverse tastes, honouring both the carnivorous spirit and the love for plant-based delights and dairy requirements. We are more than just a brewery with award-winning beer; we offer signature cocktails, locally sourced wines, and your favourite spirits! H&S are all about offering an adventure on the Northern Gold Coast, come and check us out for yourself!

6. Mad Over Italian

4.7

Exceptional(78)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Helensvale

Booked 1 time today

Serving from 20th July 11am onwards. A fresh casual dining experience with traditional Italian delectables.

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7. Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)

4.6

Exceptional(2403)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Broadbeach

Booked 26 times today

Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach, overlooking Victoria Park, and opposite Gold Coast Sofitel Hotel, Star Casino & the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Gold Coast is multi award winning, undoubtedly the Gold Coast's Best Steak Restaurant. Moo Moo breaks down the barriers of a normal steak house by losing the overtly masculine vibe that has so long been the trademark of its genre. With its stunning modern interior decor of natural stone finishes, sleek organic curves and state of the art lighting system, the steak restaurant has evolved.Enjoy an award winning beef menu of the highest quality, with some cuts exclusive to Moo Moo Restaurant Group. These cuts include; Dry Aged, Pasture Fed, All Natural and Grain Fed which include a mix of Wagyu and Angus breeds. To ensure that our menus cater for more than just beef lovers they also include fresh seafood, poultry, game and of course vegetarian options available.

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8. Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2411)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Broadbeach

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to Mamasan Kitchen & Bar, a modern Asian share-style dining restaurant located in the heart of Broadbeach. Our culinary team is dedicated to bringing you a unique and unforgettable dining experience that fuses the bold flavours of Asia with a modern twist.We believe that food is meant to be shared and enjoyed with friends and family, with our menu being curated around this concept. The menu features a diverse array of dishes bursting with full flavors, using the best quality ingredients meticulously sourced from the finest producers. We take pride in our extensive and award-winning wine and sake selection complementing our vibrant modern Asian menu. Our beverage experts have carefully selected each bottle to enhance your dining experience and elevate your taste buds to new heights. Our Drinks List also features a large selection of premium spirits including a selection of rare Japanese Whiskies and Asian inspired cocktails.

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9. Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar

4.6

Exceptional(261)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Broadbeach

Booked 10 times today

Steven & Autumn Adams, the culinary visionaries who brought you the iconic Moo Moo – Wine Bar + Grill, have taken Seafood dining to the next level. Their passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences has led them to open their third restaurant, and this time, it's all about seafood.What sets BLOWFISH OCEAN GRILL + BAR apart is the husband and wife team’s commitment to raising the bar for seafood dining on the Gold Coast. While they have earned their reputation for premium steaks, this new venture is a deep dive into the world of ocean-inspired cuisine, promising to redefine seafood dining like never before.

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10. Coast Beach Bar & Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(235)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Surfers Paradise

Booked 5 times today

Leading our Kitchen is the well experienced Matt Le Beau. Our menu offers modern Australian cuisine using premium local land and sea produce. Our charcoal Josper oven imparts a distinctive and unique array of flavours through the art of cooking over fire, think old world charm with new world vibes.Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast with uninterrupted views of Surfers Paradise beach and the Pacific Ocean, COAST boasts a 140 global wine collection and a 160 seated rooftop beach bar to enjoy one of our signature cocktails or craft beers - before or after dinner. We have a live entertainment schedule showcasing some of the best DJs and local musicians.Coast is a meeting place for like minded social beings who want to immerse themselves in true Gold Coast fashion. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Janet
Gold Coast •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
$25 for some greens a couple of chick peas, and 2 thin slices of cucumber without the dressing stated on the menu and raw, yes raw pumpkin chunks. Awful. Took the meal back. Staff are amazing. Handled my complaint really well, although chef agreed yes, the pumpkin is supposed to be raw. Nope, not on, who eats raw pumpkin? None. Menu says roasted and I got a totally different salad meal. Satisfied.
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Hound and Stag Brewing CoPrice: Moderate• Brewery• Biggera Waters
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4.2
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Cassandra
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The mussels and prawns were very nice but when food became empty they didn't refill them so I missed out on a lot of food and I got there at 7 16. Still worth $47 the mussels alone was worth it and they people clearing the tables were lovely and come over offen
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Frenzy's - Southport SharksPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Southport
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4.1
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Josh
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Loved the vibe here. Really good pizza and garlic bread, decent chips and all the cocktails we tried were top notch 👌
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Mr P.P.’s Deli and RooftopPrice: Moderate• Italian• Southport
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4.7
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Brenda
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Amazing food as usual. Only down side was the warm air through no fault of theirs as aircon was down.
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GOTO Japanese RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Southport
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4.8
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Ben
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
Absolutely everything was supper tasty. Nice selection of food. Ate way too much. So good.
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Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World ResortPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Main Beach
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4.1

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