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Casita Wine Bar
Price: Moderate•Wine Bar•4.9(54)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.Goodslice Pizza Napoletana
Price: Moderate•Pizzeria•4.8(341)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.
Namory Eatery
Price: Moderate•Asian•4.6(448)Chef Yu Xiang Gu creates a menu inspired by his life experiences.
Gu’s 30+ years of experience in kitchens both in China and Australia include Executive Chef at the Park Hyatt Melbourne, the Grand Hyatt Beijing, the Hilton Shenzhen and Luxury Collection. With a focus on fresh, quality produce, Chef Gu is excited to bring his passion, expertise and skill to the beautiful Sunshine Coast.Toro Bar & Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Tapas / Small Plates•4.8(26)Welcome to Toro Bar & Kitchen, where we bring the Sunshine Coast a fresh and exciting approach to dining and drinking.
Our vision is rooted in the vibrant and inviting spirit of Spanish hospitality, with a special emphasis on the joy of sharing meals with loved ones. At Toro, we believe that the best dining experiences are those that bring people together.
Our menu features a diverse array of dishes inspired by Spanish cuisine, crafted with passion and creativity. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal with friends or celebrating a special occasion, our goal is to make every moment memorable.
Brightwater Hotel
Price: Moderate•Australian•4.5(2,070)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!Bli Bli Hotel
Price: Moderate•Bistro•4.4(1,022)Settle in with a cold beverage in hand while you discover our spaces across two levels - the welcoming light filled bistro, bespoke rooftop bar, private function room, kids zone, sports bar and street level gaming lounge. A drive-thru bottle shop is also on offer. Come to the pristine, highly anticipated Bli Bli Hotel, with outstanding food and service that you have come to know from the other Maeva Hospitality venues across the coast.
Kondalilla Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Modern Australian•4.5(430)As part of Kondalilla Eco Resort, we share the same values of Relax, Revive, Recharge within our restaurant space, whilst also providing modern and wholesome dishes.
Our Chefs are committed to creating a sustainable, eco friendly, inclusive space; utilising home grown and locally sourced fruit, vegetables, ethically sourced Australian seafood and premium quality meats to create well balanced, flavoursome, seasonal menus rich in nutrition and style.
Enjoy a leisurely lunch on our spacious deck amongst the trees, an intimate dinner under the stars or bring the family for a relaxing Sunday afternoon and enjoy live tunes, whilst the kids play in our enclosed playground. Offering a variety of indoor dining spaces, from our bar area with a cosy fireplace for the cooler months, a private dining room suited for groups of up to 10 people and our main dining space with a view of the deck.Sakana Mooloolaba
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.6(323)Sakana is consistently rated as Mooloolaba's No.1 Sushi Restaurant. Unassuming and tucked discreetly into the side of its sister restaurant Fish on Parkyn, Sakana is a local sushi institution for a reason. Super fresh and straight from the dock just behind us, we artfully prepare the most pristine ingredients for your enjoyment. We offer you an authentic Japanese Cuisine experience, at affordable prices in a relaxed and casual setting.
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- MBMarkBNew York City •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoHad a great night the food was really great and the cocktails as well. We are locals so it’s a favorite as we can walk to the restaurant knowing the food is amazing, the service was really good. Another nice dinner date night thanks.More infoGreen ZebraPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Parrearra•4.7
- JJacquiSunshine Coast •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoFabulous service was great food was delicious wine was superb !!More infoMarket BistroPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Maroochydore•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerMelbourne •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoLovely staff. The pizzas were superb. Excellent crust, beautiful well crafted toppings.More infoGoodslice Pizza NapoletanaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Maroochydore•4.8
- MMartenSunshine Coast •1 review4.0Dined on Mar 17, 2025Great friendly service and meal very tasty with very filling portion size.More infoAlex Surf ClubPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Alexandra Headland•4.4
- HHeatherSunshine Coast •2 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 13, 2025Always an excellent experience with delicious food and amazing staff!More infoJuan FiftyPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Maroochydore•4.5
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Dog friendly restaurants in Central Sunshine Coast include Juan Fifty, Goodslice Pizza Napoletana and Ricks Garage
Child friendly restaurants in Central Sunshine Coast include Toro Bar & Kitchen, Brightwater Hotel and Ricks Garage