Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Gold Coast

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

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

Burly Bar

5.0

5 (17)

$41 to $100

Australian

Currumbin

About the restaurant

Introducing Burly Bar in Currumbin, Queensland—an exciting new destination for gin lovers and foodies alike. Our contemporary bar and cellar door celebrate the vibrant spirit of the coast, blending fresh coastal flavours with the innovative essence of modern Australian cuisine. Visitors can savor our artisanal gin alongside a curated tapas-style menu, offering small bites inspired by the local surroundings, perfect for those who appreciate fresh, bold, and authentic bites. Whether you're a gin enthusiast or someone looking for a new dining experience, Burly Bar promises an unforgettable journey of flavour and craft.

Top review

Bev

Dined on Feb 27, 2025

Girls night out! The Burly Gin Bar was the perfect place! The food was delicious and so beautifully presented, the gins were so refreshing ( my pick the citrus with soda 😋) This is my third time at the Burly Gin Bar….. never disappoints!

EDDY + WOLFF

4.9

4.9 (174)

$41 to $100

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.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Feb 27, 2025

We had such an amazing dining experience last night. It was a little hard to find initially but once you find it and immerse yourself inside this hidden gem.. the vibe, combined with the delicious flavour packed food and the wholesome staff.. made the whole night super special. What a great team of staff who love what they do.. it shows and makes a huge difference. Special thanks to Roxanne, Angelica and Luke for such a great night! Definitely of the best dining experience to remember, will be back on our next travels to Gold Coast!

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Experience

Dine Like The Wolff

Experience

Dine Like The Wolff (Lunch)

Restaurant Labart

4.8

4.8 (152)

$101 and over

Modern Australian

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

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

Top review

Rachel

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

It was great to be recognised on a return visit! Beautifully presented food and super delicious. !! Our server was very attentive Excellent all rouond - I love this place can't wait to visit again

Rabbath

4.8

4.8 (210)

$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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Ian

Dined on Feb 14, 2025

This restaurant has a lot of character and the small space with an open kitchen makes you feel like you've been invited to dinner by the chef. Great tasting Lebanese dishes served by very friendly staff. A great overall experience. Will definitely visit again regularly.

Izakaya Midori

4.9

4.9 (164)

$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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Daniel

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

Great food and atmosphere. Food came out quickly and appropriately timed. Staff were very friendly.

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Experience

Izakaya Midori Cocktail

La Bella Cellar

4.9

4.9 (129)

$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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Dee

Dined on Feb 25, 2025

It was great from beginning to end We will be returning

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Experience

50% OFF all Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Experience

50% OFF The Entire Food Menu!

Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

4.7

4.7 (495)

$40 and under

Italian

Southport

About the restaurant

A multi level pizzeria, wine bar and rooftop space. We specialise in gourmet pizza, deli meats & cheese plus delicious cocktail jugs and drinks in the sunshine.

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Jill

Dined on Feb 20, 2025

We have dined at Mr p.p.s a few times and always had great food and service, u til this time , food was still great service was very poor , the male staff very uninterested in their customers we sat with a empty glass for 3 parts of the night whilst the staff stood around talking . Poor service

Etsu Izakaya

4.8

4.8 (2067)

$41 to $100

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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OpenTable Diner

Dined 1 day ago

Incredible food, fantastic ambience and service was great. Entry was a great surprise!

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4.6

4.6 (116)

$41 to $100

Mediterranean

Coolangatta

About the restaurant

Pipi’s Restaurant is your approachable yet elegant beachside dining experience. With spectacular 220 degree ocean views, Pipi’s offers modern Mediterranean inspired cuisine, featuring stunning, locally caught seafood and world-class Australian beef cuts.

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Nicole

Dined on Feb 26, 2025

First time at Pipi's and it was wonderful. Food was delicious, service was friendly and attentive and the view over the water was spectacular. Highly recommend

One Eighty

4.6

4.6 (18)

$101 and over

Japanese

Southport

About the restaurant

At 180, we embrace the spirit of omotenashi—the Japanese tradition of selfless hospitality and wholehearted service. Omotenashi goes beyond mere customer service; it embodies the idea of anticipating and fulfilling our guests’ needs with genuine care and attention to detail.

Our name, 180, reflects our commitment to looking after our guests from every angle, turning 180 degrees to ensure a seamless and exceptional dining experience. Each member of our staff is dedicated to creating an atmosphere where every guest feels valued, respected, and cherished.

At 180, our goal is to provide an unparalleled dining experience that embodies the essence of Omotenashi, leaving our guests with lasting memories of exceptional hospitality. Here, you can experience the true art of Japanese cuisine, crafted with the expertise and dedication inspired by Akihiro Kitade.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Feb 28, 2025

Amazing new restaurant in GC. Food executed flawlessly with the best and friendliest service. Small but sharp wine list with a number of interesting cocktails.

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Experience

Counter - Chefs General Omakase Course

Experience

Counter - Chefs Premium Omakase Course

Experience

Table - Chefs General Omakase Course

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