Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Central Gold Coast

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Updated November 05, 2024

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Mr Kojima

4.9

4.9 (31)

$40 and under

Japanese

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

Contemporary Japanese Izakaya & Saké bar!

Izakaya (居酒屋), made up of three Kanji symbols translates as stay, drink, place. It represents an informal bar where friends & family meet, a comfortable setting where you can really settle in and enjoy food & drinks in a casual style. Izakaya style, unlike a traditional restaurant is fun, vibrant & relaxed, dishes come to your table as they are ready, they are meant to be shared.

Using traditional Japanese methods & the freshest seasonal ingredients we serve small dishes, pairing perfectly with our speciality drinks, especially Saké & our imported Japanese craft beer selection.

Come join us, kick back and relax, our bartenders will prepare our signature cocktails for you and talk you through our extensive Saké list, whilst our talented chef’s prepare your dishes with passion using both locally sourced produce & speciality ingredients imported from Japan.

We are on the main street of Chevron Island, a short distance from Surfers Paradise.

Top review

Trish

Dined on Nov 21, 2024

Fun place. Great atmosphere , service was friendly but professional. Food was absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed ourselves and will return to work our way through the menu!

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Omakase

Izakaya Midori

4.9

4.9 (155)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Varsity Lakes

About the restaurant

Izakaya Midori is the only restaurant on the Gold Coast that offers a 100% plant based Japanese dining experience. Our mission is to create and serve an original, tasty and visually pleasing vegan-friendly dining experience for all of our guests, combined with “wabi-sabi” , a very culturally significant Japanese concept.

We welcome people from all over the world throughout the year and deliver the most unique dining experience you can imagine through the concept "プランツでおもてなし hospitality by plants".

We are rated 5 stars on Eat Safe Gold Coast. Five star rating stands for a high level of compliance with the Food Act 2006 and excellent safety management practices. Eat Safe Gold Coast is a food safety initiative for all licensed food businesses throughout the city.

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Chris

Dined 1 day ago

The food here was exceptional. We were going to a soccer match and couldn't face overpriced stadium food. Thought we would give this a try. Ordered three entree size meals and shared. The gyozas were great but the chilli seasame oil took it all to a new level. Mushrooms and then japanese pancakes left us extremely satisfied. Cold beer on tap and alcohol free beer for my daughter. It was a hot and steamy day and no fans or airconditioning made it a bit hot but the attentive and very helpful staff and the great food made up for that.

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Izakaya Midori Cocktail

La Bella Cellar

4.9

4.9 (113)

$41 to $100

Fusion / Eclectic

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

The Gold Coast’s best boutique wine bar!

We are all about conversation, funky beats, tasty eats and even better wine. Finally, a place to enjoy a good time, any night of the week. There is one thing we might keep from you though and that’s how to get in, you’ll have to book to find out.

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Slavik

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing place, super happy that we found this little gem. Food was fantastic and very unusual. We had "Feed me" menu where every dish was something special. Thank you very much! Will be back for sure

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50% OFF all Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Rabbath

4.8

4.8 (197)

$41 to $100

Lebanese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Good food, gracious hospitality, and a pioneering spirit. These are all aspects that we have taken from our cultural background to bring you one of the most unique experiences that you will encounter. We hope you enjoy your journey with us at Rabbath. Our family escaped war torn Lebanon during the civil war of 1975 and settled in Australia. Like many before us seeking a peaceful life, Australia welcomed us with open arms, and right from the moment we arrived we called this beautiful, sacred land our home. Our passion in cuisine became part of our everyday life while growing up in Australia. The Syrian and Lebanese backgrounds in our parents’ heritage meant we were influenced by world-class cuisine and culture.

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Patrick

Dined on Nov 20, 2024

A wonderful intimate restaurant serving a delicious Lebanese degustation. The meal presentation was lovely and sitting at the kitchen bar witnesses the whole process. The Chef and Maître d’ were engaging and thoughtful. Good value for the experience. Will be back :-)

Green Fields Bar + Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (605)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Robina

About the restaurant

Experience Robina's only rooftop bar and restaurant, Green Fields. Alongside experienced industry professionals and hospitality workers, TAFE Queensland students have the opportunity to complete work experience in a live venue, giving them hands-on training and the essential skills necessary to excel in their future careers.

Located on the fourth floor of the TAFE Queensland Robina campus, our dining menu is crafted to support local businesses who align with our commitment to sustainable practises. Equally, our beverage menu features certified brewers, distilleries and features Australian wines.

Green Fields Bar + Restaurant is committed to minimising our footprint wherever possible.

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Helen

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service fantastic! A shame it closes so early

Double Barrel Kitchen & Bar

4.7

4.7 (393)

$40 and under

Australian

Benowa

About the restaurant

We are a beautiful waterfront Restaurant & Bar located at The Marina Concourse in Benowa, Gold Coast.
We offer a full breakfast & lunch menu 7 days.
Our menu is designed around fresh seasonal produce that we try our best to source from local suppliers in our region.
Our Ethos is simple, Great food, Great wine & excellent service in a relaxed stylish casual dining space overlooking the Marina.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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Haley

Dined 2 days ago

We celebrated a joint birthday lunch with friends and had a great time. Food was delicious and service was promotabd friendly. A great space.

Masu Izakaya

4.7

4.7 (37)

$40 and under

Japanese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

MASU IZAKAYA- is a contemporary Japanese restaurant in an izakaya setting with sushi bar. It focuses on using local and Japanese ingredients but using Japanese techniques, flavours and presentation. The restaurant celebrates shared dining experience from sushi, sashimi, to your favourite grilled dishes, tempura and with a wide selection of Japanese drinks such as sake, shochu, beers and whiskies. Japanese inspired cocktails and some local and Japanese craft beers are also showcased.

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Kylie

Dined on Nov 19, 2024

Incredible service, unbelievable food so fresh and tasty we will definitely be back 🙏

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Omakase

Vida Broadbeach

4.6

4.6 (52)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

A World Class, Mediterranean inspired Seafood Dining and Entertainment establishment situated in Broadbeach.

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Susan

Dined on Nov 10, 2024

Great afternoon! Lots of fun and delicious food. Great music . Always a great vibe.

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Experience

Vida Time

Burleigh Sports Club

4.5

4.5 (227)

$40 and under

Bistro

Miami

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO THE BURLEIGH
SPORTS CLUB

We pride ourselves on providing members and guests with exceptional customer service and a friendly experience every time you visit the club.

Located on Christine Ave, over looking John Handley Community Complex, you’ll spot our newly renovated Club. Grab a seat in our sports bar to catch the latest game, or find a seat in our brand new modern dining room and soak in the atmosphere.

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Russ

Dined on Nov 12, 2024

Our entire group enjoyed the meals ordered and had a very nice time at your club. Excellent

Kitchen 34

4.3

4.3 (583)

$40 and under

Australian

Miami

About the restaurant

After re-naming & modernising our restaurant, we introduce to you Kitchen 34. The '34' acknowledges the year of the football clubs establishment which stands as the beginning of our Clubs legacy.

Curated, by our newly appointed Executive Chef, Chris McIntyre, the new menu features a mouth-watering spread of signature dishes plus all your classics.

Produced with the freshest ingredients this new menu is bound to get those taste buds tingling!

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Pam & Brian

Dined 4 days ago

Very nice meal, the on line ordering system failed in the bar failed, had to go and get the drink ourselves after waiting 30 minutes for them to arrive. The food was delicious and the staff very polite.

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