Best Casual Restaurants in Mooloolaba

Price

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianMexicanJapanesePizzeriaBarbecue

Regions

Central Sunshine CoastSouth Sunshine Coast

Neighborhoods

Alexandra HeadlandBaringaBirtinyaBli BliBokarinaBuderim

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

30 restaurants available nearby

1. Spero

4.3

Awesome(279)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Mooloolaba

Booked 26 times today

Spero is the kind of family-owned beach-style eatery that you might find in Corfu Town. The menu includes Greek favourites but goes far beyond as well, with a selection from tzatziki, calamari, spanakopita and Greek meatballs to saganaki grilled cheese or confit lamb shoulder. Spero specialises in the highest quality local produce with a perfect splash of Mediterranean flavours.

A photo of Backlane Bar & Street Food restaurant

2. Backlane Bar & Street Food

4.1

Excellent(64)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Mooloolaba

Booked 1 time today

Backlane Bar & Street Food is Mooloolaba’s casual dining destination. Offering a fusion menu. Backlane Bar &Street Food is just one street away from Mooloolaba Beach so be sure to swing by for a drink, a share-plate, orsettle-in for the evening. You can even banish those late night cravings with a delicious selection of tasty supperoptions, available until late.We offer a choice of outdoor street-tables or indoor bench-style shared seating. Bookings are preferred, but notessential.

3. Alex Surf Club

4.3

Awesome(1398)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Alexandra Headland

Booked 20 times today

The Alex Surf Club is arguably the best seat on the beach with great food and friendly service all in one incredible location. Grab a seat at one of our great dining locations in the Bistro, Kiosk or Bluff Bar and your taste buds will be rewarded! Our menus feature great family value meals cooked with some of the best locally grown and made produce on the Sunshine Coast.Please note bookings 1-7 persons have 1.5 hours on table and 8+ persons have 2 hours.We look forward to seeing you!

4. Market Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2154)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Maroochydore

Booked 49 times today

Market Bistro will open from 11.30am 7 days a week, offering a classic “bistro style” menu featuring house made pasta, and a great selection of dry aged meats and a bunch of export quality local seafood. Our wine list will be interesting, constantly evolving and feature predominantly Australian and New Zealand producers. A unique feature of the Bistro is the fact you can walk into & purchase wine from the Wine Store for retail prices then drink it in the Bistro (for a small corkage fee.)Market Bistro will be a stylish, casual restaurant that is not stuffy or pretentious... It is professional, casual & truly local.

5. STOA

4.7

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Bokarina

Booked 23 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.

6. Juan Fifty

4.5

Awesome(379)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Maroochydore

Booked 21 times today

Discover Juan Fifty, the Sunshine Coast's best Mexican restaurant, in Alexandra Headland just a stone's throw from the beach. Open daily from 12pm till late, Juan offers an irresistible modern Mexican dishes using authentic techniques in a vibrant, laid-back setting. Dive into our weekly specials: $20 nachos every Monday, a lunch special choosing any 3 tacos and a drink Monday to Friday, and $15 burrito bowls on Thursdays.Our extensive cocktail list ensures you'll find the perfect drink to complement your meal. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—Juan Fifty is where great Mexican cuisine meets a fantastic beachside vibe!

7. Brightwater Hotel

4.5

Awesome(2063)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Mountain Creek

Booked 27 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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8. Bottarga Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(432)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Maroochydore

Booked 5 times today

Modern Mediterranean Italian restaurant in Maroochydore

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9. Goodslice Pizza Napoletana

4.8

Exceptional(338)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Maroochydore

Booked 11 times today

Tucked down a laneway, housed in an industrial building, you'll find our quirky pizzeria. Our vibe is super casual and we love to see our customers sharing pizzas, beers and enjoying life. Our space is ideal for large groups, but also for families and couples. Were all about the pizza! Pizza Napoletana is authentic pizza from Naples, and we make it according to the generations-old technique....with just a little of our own twists here and there. Our dough is made in-house and fermented for a minimum of 24hrs to create a tasty and light base - minimal yeast so no bloating here. Then its hand-stretched, topped with quality ingredients imported from Italy AND sourced locally, and cooked at a fiery 400 degrees.We do other stuff as well - starters, sharers, salads, homemade desserts, and gelato. Plus cocktails, imported and locally brewed beers, and some carefully selected wines from independent wineries.

A photo of Verona Fresh Italian restaurant

10. Verona Fresh Italian

4.7

Exceptional(688)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Birtinya

Booked 15 times today

Traditional Napoli Style Pizzas from Allessandro Pintus, Italian & Australian Wines, Artesian Cocktails, an Extensive Gin & Tonic Menu with a focus on Australian Distilleries, House-made Pastas by Group Head Chef Daniel White & Kai Coffee with an experience second to none! ***Please Note***For same day online dinner bookings the cut off time is 5pm. To book after this time please call the venue on (07) 5227 8518 and our team can assist you.

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From verified diners like you

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Patrick
Queensland •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always my friend and I had a terrific time and the food and service exceeded expectations.
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Market BistroPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Maroochydore
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4.7
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Ross
Brisbane •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Diner was an enjoyable experience, the taste of authentic Greek, every plate arrived packing flavour, the Octopus is a must, lamb cutlets cooked perfectly, it's a place you just know your going to come back too.
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SperoPrice: Expensive• Greek• Mooloolaba
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4.3
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Tahlia
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great and timely service and great food variety and quality
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Alex Surf ClubPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandra Headland
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4.3
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Cliff
Greater Boston •13 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
The quality and preparation of the food was excellent with amazing and creative flavors. We stand outside and enjoyed the breeze. The interior was very plain and noisy.
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Backlane Bar & Street FoodPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Mooloolaba
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4.1
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Sally Ann
Sunshine Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Great lunch catch up with friends, food delish, great choice of wines… my favorite go to place.
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STOAPrice: Moderate• Café• Bokarina
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4.7

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