Best Casual Restaurants in Hope Island

Price

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Cuisine

ItalianSeafoodJapaneseChinesePizzeriaTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Central Gold CoastNorth Gold Coast

Neighborhoods

Biggera WatersCoomeraHelensvaleHope IslandMain BeachOxenford

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Lagoon Beach Club

4.6

Exceptional(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Hope Island

Booked 2 times today

Join us at our newest venue, the Lagoon Beach Club, on our pool deck for a cocktail overlooking the iconic beach lagoon. The Lagoon Beach Club serves casual poolside cuisine and an array of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails and non-alcoholic refreshments.Overlooking the resort’s stunning one-acre Lagoon Beach Pool and beside the Terrace Pool & Spa, The Lagoon Beach Club has been fully refurbished serving casual poolside cuisine and an array of local beers, destination-inspired cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages to our resort and local guests. With soothing sounds, crisp cocktails and a fresh food menu, join us on our Pool Deck watching the day go by embracing our Gold Coast Playground.

2. Cove Cafe

4.3

Awesome(376)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Hope Island

Enter into InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s iconic breakfast & high tea destination, recently reimagined with a tropic-inspired aesthetic reflecting the natural beauty of Sanctuary Cove. Reinvigorated with natural oak panelling and olive-hued velvets that set off the venue’s original emerald stained-glass window features. As the first Australian hotel to feature Tea Forté, Resort Executive Chef Hamish Watt and his team have expertly designed an elegant High Tea Immersion menu brimming with new interpretations of their globally renowned tea flavours.

3. The Verandah Bar

4.3

Awesome(29)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Hope Island

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Verandah Restaurant & Bar at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort. Experience world-class mixology and gourmet dining whilst enjoying views of the resort's manicured gardens and the nearby Coomera River. Home to over 50 whiskeys, covering the globe’s most coveted regions from Scotland to Ireland, America to Japan, and of course, our homeland Australia, The Verandah Bar is a hub of an award-winning rarity.Offering an all-day dining menu, Verandah Restaurant & Bar is the ultimate all-inclusive venue with a range of artisan dishes including tapas, share plates, soups, plant-based delights and substantial modern Australian dishes. Signature dishes include the InterContinental Club Sandwich, the vegan Earth Burger, and our Mooloolaba Prawn & Mussel Fettuccine. Available for both lunch and dinner, venture into Verandah Restaurant & Bar for casual resort dining throughout the day.

A photo of InterContinental Club Lounge restaurant

4. InterContinental Club Lounge

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Hope Island

Arnie’s Café & Bar has launched an exciting new breakfast menu featuring the classic favourites and fresh new gourmet items. Be sure to try our Chef’s signature ‘Scramble & Spanner Crab’ for breakfast .With panoramic views of the Palms Golf Course, and an exciting special event calendar, why not make Arnie’s Café & Bar at Sanctuary Cove Country Club your new favourite meeting place.Be sure to follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@arniescafeandbar) to be the first to hear about our newest promotions, recently announced special events and venue information.

5. Mad Over Italian

4.8

Exceptional(79)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Helensvale

Booked 3 times today

Serving from 20th July 11am onwards. A fresh casual dining experience with traditional Italian delectables.

A photo of Kamikaze Teppanyaki - Coomera restaurant

6. Kamikaze Teppanyaki - Coomera

4.7

Exceptional(364)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Teppanyaki • Coomera

Booked 16 times today

Dear Diners, Dining time for each section is 1hr 15mins only. Please be aware that hotplate tables are not able to be booked due to popularity (Only walk-in available). Thank you for your understanding. Feel free to call us 0451 368 389.With restaurant expertise of over ten years, Kamikaze Teppanyaki & Bar is offering some of the most mouth-watering meat and seafood in town. That’s not all you’ll find at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera, as there is everything from sashimi and tempura options, through to yakitori and bento boxes in this funky restaurant on Foxwell Road on the Gold Coast. The menu is regularly updated with modern Japanese cuisine and drink selections and you’ll always get the best flavours possible. Being funky and friendly, we are not the usual traditional teppanyaki restaurants. The guests can experience and taste more of what we have in the house. Book a table at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera and experience it!

7. Vapiano - Coomera

4.2

Awesome(148)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Coomera

Booked 9 times today

At Vapiano, we combine traditional Italian recipes with a dash of Aussie spice, using the best Australian produce sourced within 150 kilometres of each restaurant. We’re home to both those who love a creamy bowl of carbonara to get them through the Monday blues and those who love a thin crust margherita pizza with a vino on a Thursday night.Whether you come in for a cheeky after work cocktail in our bar area, or spend hours enjoying a meal with friends in our restaurant, we pride ourselves on serving only the best made-to-order pizzas, house-made pasta, hand-tossed salads and delicious dessert in a fun, relaxing atmosphere filled with fresh herbs at every table and live olive trees.

8. Superwok Coomera

4.6

Exceptional(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Coomera

Booked 3 times today

Dear Diners, Superwok Coomera is located at Level 2, Westfield Coomera with exciting new dining concept. Dining time for each section is 1hr 15mins only. Please be aware that all seating requests will be taken into consideration but are not guaranteed. Please advise when confirming your reservation of any highchair requirements & prams you will be bringing. Thank you for your understanding. Feel free to call us 0451 368 298.The guests can experience and taste more of what we have in the house. Book a table at Superwok Coomera and experience it!

A photo of Frenzy's - Southport Sharks restaurant

9. Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

4.1

Excellent(1155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Southport

Booked 37 times today

Lunch:Southport Sharks are proud to offer Value Lunches to all our Members & Guests, meaning you can enjoy your favourites for LESS! Meals start from as little as $13, making it more affordable than ever to get a good quality meal.Dinner:The complete all-you-can-eat buffet at Frenzy’s has now returned to being on offer 7 nights a week! From Monday to Thursday enjoy our full range of incredible dishes, then from Friday to Sunday enjoy even more with the addition of prawns, mussels & other delicious seafood dishes.

A photo of Aviary Rooftop Bar - Gold Coast restaurant

10. Aviary Rooftop Bar - Gold Coast

4.7

Exceptional(191)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Southport

Booked 13 times today

Aviary Rooftop Bar is an over 18's experience!Picture you and your friends sipping on decadent cocktails, enjoying handmade, Italian pizzas and sharing tapas-style dishes at a rooftop bar with sweeping views of the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline in one direction and the Gold Coast Hinterland the other.Revel in the Rooftop Experience open Wednesday through to Sunday! The bar is an enclosed rooftop space with large windows offering an open-air experience. For those seeking a truly open-air experience, we have The Nest, a green space on the rooftop, where you can soak up the sun and stars.

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From verified diners like you

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Paul
Gold Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
Outstanding as always. Friendly service and great food.
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Mad Over ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Helensvale
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4.8
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SusanVIP
Vancouver / British Columbia •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 21, 2025
There were some communication issues with the server but they were resolved when another staff member intervened. The kitchen split the meal as we were sharing which was really nice. Overall we had a great night and the food was excellent.
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The Verandah BarPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Hope Island
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4.3
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Lorraine
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
I love coming here, service excellent and food excellent. I recommend to all my friends.
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Lagoon Beach ClubPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Hope Island
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4.6
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Diane
Brisbane •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
The food was fantastic plenty to choose from. The staff was very friendly and helpful everything looked lovely when we walked in. Overall the stay has been great as usual.
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Cove CafePrice: Expensive• Afternoon Tea• Hope Island
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4.3

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