Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Central Gold Coast

OpenTable

Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies 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 (313)

$A41 to $A100

Asian

Robina

About the restaurant

Eddy + Wolff is an award-winning Southeast Asian destination, honored as one of OpenTable’s Top 50 Restaurants in Australia. Tucked away in Robina, our intimate 24-seat venue is 100% Gluten-Free and officially certified by Coeliac Australia, offering a high-energy, "hidden gem" vibe perfect for a sophisticated Gold Coast date night.

Led by a team dedicated to culinary "amazement," we are proud to hold an AGFG Chef Hat (2020–2026) and a prestigious Australia’s Wine List of the Year award. Our menu explores bold, modern Asian flavors—from charcoal-grilled delicacies to our viral Soy Sauce Ice Cream—all set to a curated backdrop of old-school R&B and Hip-Hop.

Experience a dining journey that feels like a nostalgic trip through Asia, paired with an elite natural wine selection. Whether it’s an anniversary or a foodie discovery, Eddy + Wolff is where connection, safety, and world-class flavor meet.

Top review

Emma

Dined 3 days ago

Incredible experience! Cant wait to come back! Food, wine, staff and ambience were all on point!

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Experience

Dine Like The Wolff

Etsu Izakaya

4.8

4.8 (2428)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Mermaid Beach

About the restaurant

Etsu is a Japanese izakaya which focuses on local amazing produce in our dishes which are designed to be shared amongst friends. We have one of the largest Japanese whisky collections on our back bar which we recommend served over hand cut ice or try one of our sakes or Japanese tap beers. Our sashimi is the freshest around and our fave place to sit is at the dining bar. Kanpaii!!

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Adam

Dined 6 days ago

Another fantastic evening at Etsu with everyone Well done

Modo Mio & Co

4.8

4.8 (138)

$A40 and under

Italian

Broadbeach Waters

About the restaurant

Modo Mio Cafe Cucina Bar, nestled in the prominent resort restaurant precinct of Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, offers a truly exceptional dining experience. Whether you’re seeking a satisfying meal, a refreshing drink, or simply a place to relax and mingle, Modo Mio Cafe Cucina Bar is the perfect destination to satisfy your cravings and indulge in a vibrant social scene.

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BrianH

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent menu. We hoped the food would be as good as the aroma when we entered the restaurant. It was better. Most delicious meal I have had for a long time.

Green Fields Bar + Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (865)

$A41 to $A100

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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James

Dined 3 days ago

I have spent over 60 years travelling the world enjoying many restaurants over that time. My favourite dish right through those years is Pork Belly. Yesterday that dish was available at Green Fields - it was absolutely delicious and probably the best version ever! The other menu choices included good old favourites which were almost most appealing. Service was outstanding.

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Experience

Thursday Pasta Night

Experience

Merry & Bright Christmas Lunch

Cafe Junie

4.7

4.7 (16)

$A40 and under

Café

Carrara

About the restaurant

Café Junie invites you to a bright, breezy brunch escape where the European-coastal white-washed arches meet modern Asian flavour twists.

On the plate you’ll find signature dishes like the chilli scram, whipped goat cheese, roasted peanuts, crispy chilli oil and micro coriander laid atop soft flatbread — and a luxe take on eggs Benedict with yuzu hollandaise served over house-made hash browns. The menu extends to a bang-bang chicken salad with miso-sesame chilli dressing, a wagyu ragù cheeseburger with umami salt fries, and fresh pastries alongside superb coffee from Blackboard and vibrant matcha offerings.

Cafe Junie curates more than just food, the vibe is sun-drenched, stylish and calm, perfect for a long brunch, casual catch-up or a relaxed coffee stop. With an open-air feel, dog-friendly courtyard and a menu that blends comfort classics with Japanese-inspired flair, this cafe is a must-visit for weekend brunch lovers on the Gold Coast.

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Abbey

Dined on 20 Aug 2026

unreal burger!!!!!!! beautiful service, such a vibe. lovely little spot

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Experience

Bar Junie

Jin Izakaya

4.7

4.7 (29)

$A40 and under

Izakaya

Mermaid Beach

About the restaurant

Jin Izakaya brings modern Japanese to Mermaid Beach.

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Stefanie

Dined on 9 Oct 2026

Cozy venue, food was delicious and we had a few dietary requirements in our group and there was plenty of choice suitable for everyone

Palette Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (464)

$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.

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Kerry

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

What a fabulous experience. Very clever how the chef has devised the menu around the core HOTA exhibition. The food was excellent, interesting and tasty, the presentation was beautiful, the wine pairings were delicious and varied and the staff were knowledgeable and attentive. It felt like a special treat.

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Experience

Melbourne Cup Luncheon

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Elevate

Experience

Christmas Package 2026

SHOTO - Burleigh

4.6

4.6 (59)

$A41 to $A100

Japanese

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

Etsu Izakaya Sister Venue - Burleigh Heads - Opening Soon!

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Sam

Dined 3 days ago

Very great take on Japanese style cuisine, couldn't recommend trying this place out enough; You really can't go wrong.

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Experience

$95 Omakase

Experience

New Years Eve Set Menu

Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach

4.5

4.5 (2293)

$A40 and under

Asian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Hospitality Heavyweight Scott Imlach has teamed up with Head Chef Sam Sheehan to bring a modern take on classic Asian street food to the Gold Coast. A staple in the local dining scene since early 2016, the laid back alfresco eatery has proven its timeless flavours to locals and guests alike.

Centrally located on the outskirts of vibrant Broadbeach, with cocktails that delight, and a menu that will take you straight to a side street of Vietnam, it is a must when it comes to Asian dining on the coast.

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Gabby

Dined 3 days ago

All dishes were very delicious!! Standouts were the kingfish sashimi and lamb massaman curry. Definitely would come back!

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Experience

Margarita Boozy Brunch

The Exhibitionist Bar

4.4

4.4 (520)

$A40 and under

Dining Bar

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

Be seduced by the sweeping views across the Gold Coast with speciality cocktails and bar food designed to share Sitting high on the striking HOTA Gallery, The Exhibitionist Bar brings together great flavours, an enviable champagne list, and an explosion of flavours you won’t forget in a hurry. Whether you want a light lunch with friends, a cocktail at sundown or a nightcap, The Exhibitionist Bar is the perfect choice.

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Silvana

Dined 2 days ago

Our Italian waiter was outstanding. Please pass on our thanks

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Experience

HOTA Signature High Tea

Experience

George Calombaris Takeover

Experience

Christmas Lunch Offers

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