Best Date Night Restaurants in Caloundra

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Cuisine

ItalianSeafoodMexicanJapaneseGreekTapas / Small Plates

Regions

Central Sunshine CoastSouth Sunshine Coast

Neighborhoods

BirtinyaBokarinaBuderimCaloundraMaroochydoreMooloolaba

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of Amici Restaurant - Caloundra restaurant

1. Amici Restaurant - Caloundra

4.8

Exceptional(2774)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Caloundra

Booked 19 times today

In life, we all need friends to love, laugh and eat with. Amici is the Italian translation of friends. So whether you’re after the full dine in experience with the amazing service, delicious food and relaxed atmosphere or feel like staying in with our take away or home delivery, Amici wants to be a part of all your memories, like friends should be.

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2. Acqua Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(452)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Caloundra

Booked 10 times today

ACQUA: A Waterfront Destination for Good Food & Great TimesAre you looking for a waterfront venue with exceptional food, great service, and a good vibe?Acqua Restaurant & Bar has won the Reader's Choice Award in 2022 and the Diners' Choice Award in 2025 from AGFG, all voted by the locals.Our menu is inspired by Mediterranean cuisine with a twist of Australian flavors. Our most popular dishes include our creamy, spicy, and tasty pasta, as well as our calamari and barramundi. Enjoy amazing cocktails, fabulous views, and a great vibe.Let us be your host for your next visit to Caloundra!

3. Bocca Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1883)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bokarina

Booked 60 times today

Welcome to Bocca Italian at Bokarina Beach on the Sunshine Coast! Offering hand stretched pizza, an array of Salumi's, breads and cheeses and fresh pasta's! Exec Chef Harry Lilai (Ex Cecconis Melbourne) and Head Chef Rob Bredhauer (Ex Bianca Brisbane) have created a menu designed for sharing with all the Italian favourites.Osso Buco, Tiramisu and Polpette with flatbread are our go to's and we of course have a cracking wine list with local, local Italian and imported Italian drops.Our cocktails are all made by Lauren Thomson, our amazing Bar Manager from Market Bistro, so of course we have the salted caramel espresso martini as well as a heap of Italian inspired spritzes, sours and shaken drinks.We offer seating inside for 80 including bar and kitchen dining, another 50 outside, and a private room that seats 14.We look forward to welcoming you into our home, at Bocca Italian, Tony, Luke and Harry.

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4. Verona Fresh Italian

4.7

Exceptional(690)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Birtinya

Booked 23 times today

Verona Fresh Italian Restaurant is a charming spot in Birtinya, Queensland. We serve a diverse selection of traditional Napoli-style pizzas and fresh house-made pastas, complemented by Italian and Australian wines, artisan cocktails, and Kai coffee. Our attentive staff provides exceptional service in a lively yet cozy atmosphere. Verona Fresh Italian is a must-visit for delicious food, outstanding service, and a welcoming vibe.

5. STOA

4.7

Exceptional(121)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Bokarina

Booked 24 times today

Located in the heart of Bokarina, Stoa offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience that blends contemporary flavours with timeless elegance. Our menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, featuring a curated selection of small plates and tapas inspired by global cuisine, complemented by fresh seafood and artisan produce. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, fine wines and signature cocktails in a stylish setting that merges industrial minimalism with natural elements like stone, timber and greenery.Stoa is more than just a place to dine – it's a social hub where friends and family come together to relax, unwind and connect. Whether you're here for an intimate evening of tapas and live music or a leisurely weekend brunch, we strive to create an experience that lingers long after you’ve left.Join us and discover the art of relaxed sophistication.

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6. The Pocket Espresso Bar

4.5

Awesome(389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Caloundra

Booked 6 times today

At The Pocket Espresso Bar we’re about smiles. As it so happens, we also serve delicious food, next-level Guru coffee and crafty cocktails. Rejuvenate while enjoying stunning beach views of Moffat Beach or escape to our tropical courtyard while the kids run riot. Our menu is seasonally-evolving, and we make every effort to cater for all (no matter what crazy diet you're on). Togs, tattoos and walking sticks welcome. Get some sunshine in your pocket.

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7. Oak & Vine Sunshine Coast

4.3

Awesome(11)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Caloundra

Booked 2 times today

Oak & Vine Sunshine Coast is located onsite next to our picture-perfect lotus lake and swimming pool. Our diverse menu fuses fresh, innovative flavours with traditional favourites designed to be enjoyed together. Join us for a relaxing breakfast, lunch or dinner and enjoy a quality, waterfront dining experience. Indulge in a tasty shared plate with a glass of wine on the deck, grab a quick light meal or treat yourself to one of our indulgent dinner dishes such as our slow cooked lamb shank or wholesome Surf & Turf. The restaurant proudly caters to a variety of dietary needs, also featuring a popular kid’s menu.

8. Green Zebra

4.7

Exceptional(2376)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Parrearra

Booked 26 times today

Situated on Kawana Island and overlooking the picturesque Double Bay, the Green Zebra Restaurant & Bar has it all from outdoor fresco dining to private dining and function rooms.Come and enjoy delicious Modern Australian food and drinks, all made with only the freshest seasonal produce. Listen to the gentle waves lap against the shore while sipping on a cocktail and sharing tasty morsels of small plate starters.Our name? Green Zebra is a variety of heirloom tomato. Simple as that! Quirky, fun and vibrant; a name people will affiliate with food, and not forget in a hurry.Our philosophy is uncomplicated, fresh, healthy, moreish food that we love to eat. Our food is prepared in house daily, with passion and precision by our amazing team of chefs.We work with only the best local suppliers and producers using seasonal ingredients where possible. This extends to our local and domestic craft beer & wine suppliers as well. You can’t hav

9. Casita Wine Bar

4.9

Exceptional(54)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Mooloolaba

Booked 8 times today

Nestled 100m from the white sands of Mooloolaba, this captivating Mediterranean wine bar seamlessly blends sophistication with a welcoming ambiance. It offers a curated selection of velvety wines, each sip resonating with the sun kissed flavours of the region. The atmosphere is an enchanting fusion of coastal charm and refined elegance, creating a memorable experience for patrons seeking both a touch of luxury and a relaxed retreat. Additionally, it offers a tempting selection of tapas, cheese, and charcuterie boards to compliment the exquisite wine offerings.

10. Brightwater Hotel

4.5

Awesome(2073)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Mountain Creek

Booked 31 times today

Brightwater Hotel is the best pub on the Sunshine Coast! With its stunning lakeside location and beautiful waterfront views, the venue provides a wide range of entertainment and leisure facilities for the whole family. Offering guests a warm Sunshine Coast dining experience, Brightwater Hotel provides a wide range of fresh seafood dishes, MSA-grade steaks, and classic pub meals like pizza, pasta, and schnitzel. An indulgent variety of desserts are also on offer to indulge in or share. Ingredients are sourced from local food providers in surrounding areas like Mooloolaba and the Sunshine Coast hinterland.We have 5 function spaces including Pontoon and Pontoon Deck, The Lounge Deck, Pavilion Deck and our flagship venue, The Lakehouse Sunshine Coast which offers seating for up to 150 guests or space for a roving cocktail style event for up to 250 guests.Come in and meet our team or make your enquiry for your next function!

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M
Mile
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Went for a business lunch, excellent service, very attentive, food was very good. Ordered the sirloin steaks, with corn and some grilled flat bread - Nice vibe, overall good food and excellent service. Would definitely come back.
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Market BistroPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Maroochydore
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4.7
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Pam
Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time dining here… it was a great experience, nice staff and lovely food
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Amici Restaurant - CaloundraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Caloundra
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4.8
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Trevor
Sunshine Coast •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service was up to expectations and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere. The meal I chose for me let the experience down. Had the crumbed Pork Loin which was very salty and on top of the price of the main a side was required to be ordered as the main had no accompaniment’s which made this quite an expensive dish.
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Bocca ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bokarina
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4.7
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Sonia
Melbourne •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Perfect meal and perfect service Thank you. Highly recommend
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Sails NoosaPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Noosaville / Noosa Heads
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4.8
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Stacy
Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 20, 2025
Quality of the food was exceptional. All meals at our table were excellent. We will return! So unexpected for the location.
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Verona Fresh ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Birtinya
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4.7

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