Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Central Gold Coast

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Updated 05 November 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Central Gold Coast? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

EDDY + WOLFF

4.9

4.9 (154)

$A41 to $A100

Asian

Robina

About the restaurant

Eddy + Wolff, a hidden gem in Gold Coast, is an Asian bar and restaurant tucked away in Robina.

Our cosy 24-seat venue strikes the perfect balance between an intimate and lively atmosphere. Adored by locals, it's a destination you don't want to miss. This unique dining experience transports you to another time, immersing you in authentic, heartful flavours of modern Asian cuisine.

Through the music we play and the vibrant dishes we serve, you'll find yourself reminiscing about old school days or travels across Asia, all while feeling a profound sense of belonging and connection to where we all came from.

Top review

Jack

Dined 6 days ago

Food, staff and setting was amazing! Couldn’t fault it. Highly recommend.

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Experience

Dine Like The Wolff

La Bella Cellar

4.9

4.9 (113)

$A41 to $A100

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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Experience

50% OFF all Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Rick Shores

4.8

4.8 (4697)

$A101 and over

Contemporary Asian

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Pan-Asian flavours in one of the Gold Coast's most iconic locations. Focusing on fresh locally sourced produce with intention to share.

By Head Chef James Brady

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Greg

Dined on 22 Nov 2024

You cannot go through life with out experiencing this restaurant. The food is outstanding, fresh with mouth watering flavours I couldn't get enough of. The wait staff are excellent, very attentive & seemed to be always there when we needed them without hovering. Wine selection is great & perfectly accompanied the food.

Restaurant Labart

4.8

4.8 (104)

$A101 and over

Modern Australian

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

A modern Australian restaurant in the heart of Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast

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Ross

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent food and awesome service as you would expect from Queensland’s no 1 restaurant. The steak special was next level. Wine list also very extensive and interesting.

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Experience

NYE 2024

Hatsuhana Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.8

4.8 (856)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Main Beach

About the restaurant

Delight in an amazing dining experience at multi-award winning Japanese Restaurant, Hatsuhana. Sensory indulgence unlocked, as you explore delicious authentic Japanese cuisine and discover the thrills of live cooking as our skilled Chefs prepare fresh seafood and flavoursome meats served straight from the Teppanyaki grill. Or tantalise your taste buds on the finest sushi, sashimi and Japanese desserts when you dine à la carte.

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Jaclyn

Dined 2 days ago

A fantastic place to eat and hang out 10/10 recommend

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Popular dish

Teriyaki Chicken

Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)

4.6

4.6 (2345)

$A41 to $A100

Steakhouse

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

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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Amelia

Dined 2 days ago

First time visiting on the recommendation of a friend and we were super impressed! Very cool and moody interior, actually comfortable chairs, gorgeous wine closet and really cool to see the chefs working through the window while we sat and chatted. Alberto was our waiter and he was exceptional. Sweet, charming, explained the greatest hits of the menu and ensured my allergy was on the books and catered for. He wished my partner a happy birthday, was witty and hilarious and worked incredibly hard - as we could see him running around to all his other tables with the same level of care and enthusiasm. Food was next level. My partner got the tasting plate of steaks and was impressed by each and every one. The mushrooms and potato sides were to die for. Cocktails were delicious - summer breeze and purple rain were our poison. And to top it all off - the hot fudge brownie was so decadent and impressive. Alberto even brought out a plate with chocolate writing for my partners birthday with his running joke of it being everyone’s 21st if they were celebrating a birthday. All in all - so glad to have had such a wonderful experience.

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Popular dish

F1 Wagyu Rump Cap MB 6-7+

Palette Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (273)

$A101 and over

Modern Australian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

A unique fine dining experience with a fully curated wine list and locally sourced ingredients. Situated in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palette offers a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast. Dayan and his team in the kitchen will extend your art experience, taking inspiration from artworks on display and major exhibitions to show just how naturally art and food blends.

Top review

Ann

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

We had Sunday high tea. Of our 5, we had a lactose sensitive person and 2x gluten free. With prior warning, the chef was able to accommodate our GF needs and minimise dairy. The teas are tasty, and the mix of flavours in the range of high tea offerings was excellent. Happy customers - 3 boomers 2 Gen X. Thanks.

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Coast Beach Bar & Kitchen

4.5

4.5 (217)

$A41 to $A100

Steakhouse

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Dined 2 days ago

We had great experience at Coast. The service was impeccable, particular mention to Grainne, who looked after us so well. Nothing was a problem for her or the team. We needed to change tables (which was probably a bit of a pain for them) but they accommodated us perfectly. We had the bottomless lunch and the food was amazing as was the drink selection. Would wholly recommend this venue.

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Experience

Indoor Restaurant (Restaurant Menu Only)

Experience

Bottomless Lunch

Experience

Terrace (Terrace menu only)

Mr Hizola’s

4.4

4.4 (1591)

$A40 and under

Cantonese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Portholes that take you to the other side of the world and hanging lanterns that will brighten your day. Mr Hizola's brings contemporary Cantonese cuisine to Burleigh Heads in style. With dishes from the land to the sea and everywhere in between, there is something for everyone and every taste bud, dumplings, duck & definite no dog. Treat yourself to traditional food with a modern twist, in a unique venue.

Top review

Angela

Dined 6 days ago

Love this place do much. Always great atmosphere, and amazing food.

Vapiano - Soul Boardwalk

4.1

4.1 (171)

$A40 and under

Italian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

There are few cuisines more comforting than Italian food and with everything going on in the world right now, we sure need as much comfort as we can get!

As always, at Vapiano, we’re continuing to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with a dash of Aussie spice and the best Australian produce (sourced from within 150 kilometres of each restaurant where possible).

With favourites like our Carbonara or Bolognese pasta, and Margherita or Barbeque Pollo pizza, you won't be disappointed! Dine with us today and experience a slice of Italy in Surfers Paradise.

Top review

Jason

Dined on 25 Oct 2024

Amazing service and food was outstanding Best Italian on the coast. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Will return again

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