Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Central Gold Coast

OpenTable

Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Central 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!

EDDY + WOLFF

4.9

4.9 (154)

$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.

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

Hatsuhana Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.8

4.8 (856)

$41 to $100

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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Natalie

Dined 4 days ago

Staff were amazing - surprised my twins either birthday cake . Truly memorable .

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Popular dish

Teriyaki Chicken

Rick Shores

4.8

4.8 (4697)

$101 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 Nov 22, 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.

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.

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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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Experience

Omakase

Mamasan Kitchen and Bar

4.7

4.7 (2352)

$41 to $100

Asian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Welcome to Mamasan Kitchen & Bar, a modern Asian share-style dining restaurant located in the heart of Broadbeach. Our culinary team is dedicated to bringing you a unique and unforgettable dining experience that fuses the bold flavours of Asia with a modern twist.

We believe that food is meant to be shared and enjoyed with friends and family, with our menu being curated around this concept. The menu features a diverse array of dishes bursting with full flavors, using the best quality ingredients meticulously sourced from the finest producers.

We take pride in our extensive and award-winning wine and sake selection complementing our vibrant modern Asian menu. Our beverage experts have carefully selected each bottle to enhance your dining experience and elevate your taste buds to new heights. Our Drinks List also features a large selection of premium spirits including a selection of rare Japanese Whiskies and Asian inspired cocktails.

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Jenny

Dined today

Talya our waitress was amazing and the food was incredible . Everything was perfect

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YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTARE

Etsu Izakaya

4.8

4.8 (1994)

$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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Claire

Dined 4 days ago

Once again great food, great atmosphere and great service. AAA+

Historic Rivermill

4.2

4.2 (76)

$41 to $100

Australian

Mt Nathan

About the restaurant

At Historic Rivermill, dining transcends the ordinary, offering a symphony of flavors in a picturesque setting. Our restaurant, amidst the verdant beauty of the Gold Coast Hinterland, presents a culinary journey that celebrates the local harvest and seasonal delights. As you savor each dish, crafted with care and creativity, the rustic elegance of our surroundings and the tranquil backdrop of the Coomera River create an ambiance of peaceful indulgence, making every meal a memorable part of your experience at our family-owned ranch.

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Christine

Dined 2 days ago

What a rainy wet day but we stayed dry undercover on the verandah and had a great morning. Thank you River Mill

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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Experience

50% OFF all Cocktails, Beer, Wine & Spirits

Palette Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (273)

$101 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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Ann

Dined on Nov 24, 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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4.4

4.4 (1591)

$40 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.

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