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Rainforest Restaurant, Tamborine Mountain, AU-QLD

Rainforest Restaurant

4.4
4.4
182 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
For group reservations of 9 or more, email dining@tmglades.com.au.

Discover an unforgettable dining experience at our restaurant in Tamborine Mountain. Enjoy a warm ambiance and flavorful dishes, with hospitality that makes you feel like family. Whether for a special occasion or a casual meal, our attentive staff ensures an extraordinary visit. Join us and see why we’re a destination!

Closed on Christmas Day.

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Experiences

  • Italian Night

    A$14.00 - A$78.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Entrées Warm Sicilian Olives–Lemon, rosemary garlic oil, crostini Flatbread–Garlic, fresh herbs, Parmesan, rocket, balsamic Gamberi al Forno–Prawns, white wine, tomato, ciabatta Caprese Salad–Tomatoes, bocconcini, basil, vincotto Mains Rotolo di Pollo–Mushroom filled chicken, polenta, broccolini Gnocchi al Pesto–House-made gnocchi, basil pesto, Pecorino Linguine alla Puttanesca–Capers, olives, tomato, anchovy, Parmesan Risotto del Contadino–Saffron risotto, barramundi, lemon Tagliata di Manzo–Eye fillet, rocket, tomato, Parmesan Desserts Cannoli–Ricotta, pistachio, white chocolate, blackberries Baci–Hazelnut gelato, caramel sauce Meringa–Berries, Chantilly cream, passionfruit coulis Affogato–Tamborine liqueur, espresso, gelato

What 182 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rainforest Restaurant offers a "beautiful setting" with an outdoor dining area that complements the "lovely food" and "amazing service." The menu is diverse, featuring standout dishes like "pork tacos and steak." While the service can occasionally be slow, the staff's attentiveness and willingness to resolve issues shine through.

182 Reviews
  1. Maor

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and the atmosphere were amazing. The food was tasty, but the barramundi fish was too salty. I wanted an early Friday booking but had only 7 pm available, although the place was 80% empty that night. I warmly recommend this place.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the service, atmosphere, and most of the food during your visit. Your kind recommendation means a lot to us! We’re sorry to hear that the barramundi was too salty and that your preferred booking time wasn’t available. We strive to balance our reservation system to ensure all guests receive the best experience, but we’ll certainly review our processes to improve availability where possible. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better dining experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    “We used to love this restaurant, but our recent visit was disappointing. The medium-rare steak was overdone, dry, and unpleasant to eat—never had to chew so much for a steak! The staff also seemed off, forgetting orders and not as attentive as usual. It’s clear there’s been a change and the head chef wasn’t there.”
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry your visit didn’t meet expectations. On that day, a team member from another section stepped in to help after a staff member called in sick. While we’re grateful for their support, we understand this may have impacted the level of attentiveness you’re used to. Regarding the steak, we apologise it wasn’t cooked to your liking and are reviewing our processes to ensure consistency. We value your loyalty and would love the chance to make it up to you. Please reach out so we can provide the exceptional experience you deserve.

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  3. Tony and Kelly

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable evening, celebrating our anniversary and my birthday. Love the tapas menu. The surroundings are beautiful.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on December 16, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you chose to celebrate your anniversary and birthday with us. It’s wonderful to hear you had a memorable evening. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another special occasion—or just because!

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  4. Matthew

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Well worth the drive to hidden little gem, great food at a very reasonable price. We will be going back
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on November 25, 2024
    Thank you for your kind words Matthew, we look forward to your next visit :)

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  5. Cheryl

    Gold Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed our meal. Would definitely return. Not a family friendly restaurant thou. Wouldn't bring a young family.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on November 20, 2024
    Thank you for the amazing feedback Cheryl! Looking forward to your next visit :)

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  6. Marc

    Brisbane

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely restaurant for lunch with an unusual menu, our choices were really nice & we were encouraged to order one or two dishes to share. The service wasn't too speedy but the staff were very pleasant. Overall a very nice place although I would have preferred to not have a food kiosk right outside the door where coffees & other food can be bought from. There's a "buzzer" system for coffees which disturbed the peace of the seated restaurant area.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on November 6, 2024
    Thank you for bringing this to our attention! We're glad you enjoyed your lunch selections :) We’re currently working on keeping the doors from the restaurant to the terrace locked to minimise any noise disturbances. Your feedback is valuable to us as we continue to make improvements to enhance our guests' experience. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even more peaceful dining atmosphere!

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  7. Vicki

    New South Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful staff and service, a lovely setting. A bit overpriced so couldn't afford to go often, nice for special occasions and we travelled from the NSW border.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on November 1, 2024
    Thank you so much for your kind words Vicki! We aim to make every visit feel special, especially for those traveling from afar like yourself. We understand that our pricing reflects the quality we strive to offer, and we're glad to be a place you consider for special occasions. Looking forward to welcoming you again!

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  8. sioux

    Gold Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous lunch venue, broad menu selection... all delicious and good wine list, attentive service in delightful garden setting ... we'll be back 😀
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on October 21, 2024
    Thank you for the kind words @sioux! 😊 It was a pleasure hosting you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon!

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  9. Mev

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WWe had a birthday lunch; the food was amazing, and the stuff was so lovely. Thanks for a great experience.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on October 13, 2024
    Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a fantastic birthday lunch. We truly appreciate your feedback and look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  10. Kerry

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 27, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were a party of 6 adults and 4 children under 10. The service was warm, and efficient. Children were served quickly and given colouring pencils and picture to occupy them. Food was fresh and tasty and interesting.
    Rainforest RestaurantResponded on October 4, 2024
    Thank you for the great feedback Kerry :)

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FAQs

Rainforest Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (07) 5545 7990.

Rainforest Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 182 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rainforest Restaurant

Thunderbird Park, 639 Tamborine Mountain Road, Tamborine Mountain, AU-QLD 4272

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Mount Tamborine
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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