Attention, all foodies! If you're looking to book your next vacation and all you want to do is eat good food - Sunshine Coast should definitely be on your list!
Apart from its golden, sandy beaches and lush hinterland, this sunny region is becoming a booming foodie haven. From fine dining to casual eateries, plan a day of nothing but amazing food at all the best Sunshine Coast restaurants - Spirit House, Sum Yung Guys, and more!
Grab a seat, here are the 10 best Sunshine Coast restaurants:
- Spirit House
- Pavilion Mooloolaba
- Bistro C
- The Boat Shed
- Honeysuckle Restaurant
- Rice Boi
- Pier 33 Mooloolaba
- Sum Yung Guys
- Harry’s on Buderim
- The Long Apron
1. Spirit House
When we're talking best food on the Sunshine Coast, you can bet that Yandina’s Spirit House has to have a top mention. Its menu features Asian fusion cuisine and will definitely satiate your cravings and whisk you away to Asia. This Sunshine Coast restaurant comes with a view of a magical rainforest, thanks to its tropical garden walkway surrounded by bamboo. We recommend you reserve a table before you pay a visit!
Note: The Spirit House is currently under repair due to a significant vandalism event and is set to re-open by December 2021. They can accommodate 10 to 20 people in their VIP room at the Hong Sa Bar.
Address: 20 Ninderry Rd, Yandina, QLD
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday - from 11:45am and 5:45pm
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their whole crispy fish with chilli tamarind sauce!
Things to do nearby: Spirit House is a five-minute drive from The Ginger Factory
2. Pavilion Mooloolaba
Looking for some beachside dining on the Sunshine Coast? You might want to check out Pavilion Mooloolaba! Soak in its European summer vibes as you take a seat and marvel at the sweeping views of Mooloolaba Beach on the horizon. Its menu ranges from brunch options to late-night pizzas. Pavilion Mooloolaba also offers a selection of bevvies such as classic cocktails and spritzes.
Address: 26/121 Mooloolaba Esplanade, Mooloolaba QLD
Opening Hours: Monday to Tuesday: 7am - 2:30m; Wednesday to Sunday: 7am - late
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: Refreshing cocktails with beach views
Things to do nearby: Hop on an Aquaduck tour on Parkyn Parade after for a joy ride
3. Bistro C
Craving fresh oysters? Or maybe a juicy steak? Best to head to Bistro C, where you can get all this in one place! Indulge yourself in a meal that features Noosa’s local produce on a beachfront location that offers a stunning view of the Pacific.
Address: 49 Hastings St, Noosa QLD
Opening Hours: Everyday: 7:30am until late
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Coffin Bay Pacific oysters!
Things to do nearby: Bistro C is on Hastings Street, where you can do some window shopping and walk off the meal after
4. The Boat Shed
The Boat Shed has earned quite the local reputation, and rightfully so! This Sunshine Coast restaurant has everything you need for a memorable dining experience. It offers sumptuous meals cooked up with fresh local produce and fantastic river views. Visit during sunset, and the place becomes the perfect setting for a romantic dinner with a special someone.
Address: The Esplanade, Cotton Tree QLD
Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday: from 11:30am lunch, dinner, tapas; Sunday: 11:30am-7pm lunch, tapas
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Tempura Prawns!
Things to do nearby: Visit SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, which is just a 10-minute drive away!
5. Honeysuckle Restaurant
On the hunt for Asian cuisine on the Sunshine Coast? Look no further and add Honeysuckle Restaurant to your list! Aside from serving Japanese classics, this Sunshine Coast restaurant offers a whole host of Asian flavours from Pad Thai to Crispy Korean Fried Chicken! They are also happy to cater to any dietary needs be it dairy or gluten free.
Address: 8/4 Ballinger Road, Buderim, QLD
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 11:00am - 2:30pm, 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Brunch Yumcha!
Things to do nearby: Tease your brain at the Bellingham Maze
5. Rice Boi
Rice Boi is a Japanese-inspired Sunshine Coast restaurant perfect for groups that are after for a more relaxed vibe. Catch up over Baos with your best mates at this hip joint. Definitely give the spiked bubble tea a go too while you’re here!
Address: The Wharf Mooloolaba, 123 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba QLD
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday: 11:30am to 9:00pm
Menu: View here.
Why you need to visit: For their ramen and dumplings!
Things to do nearby: Face your fears and dive with sharks at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast
7. Pier 33 Mooloolaba
Ever wondered what it feels like to dine at The Hamptons? No need to board a plane, because you can experience a similar luxe dining experience at Pier 33 Mooloolaba. Celebrate life’s milestones or any special occasions at this Sunshine Coast restaurant with a spectacular view of yachts docked on the Mooloolah River.
Address: 33-45 Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba, QLD
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday: 11:30am until late
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Mooloolaba prawn rolls!
Things to do nearby: Want more scenic river views? Join this guided e-bike river to river tour that goes all the way to Maroochy River!
8. Sum Yung Guys
There is much to say about this Sunshine Coast restaurant, and fortunately, Sum Yung Guys lives up to the hype! It's run by a group of young blokes, including ex-Masterchef contestant Matt Sinclair. It is known for its innovative pan-Asian menu that leaves visitors wanting more.
Address: 1/205 Weyba Rd, Noosaville QLD
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday: 12pm to 12am
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Hiramasa Kingfish with green scud, coconut, and laksa oil!
Things to do nearby: Join a beginner surfing class at Noosa Heads
9. Harry’s on Buderim
You're in for a superb gastronomic experience when you visit Harry’s on Buderim. This Sunshine Coast Hinterland restaurant remains a local favourite, where you can enjoy your meal inside a 141-year-old homestead with a veranda that gives you the most breathtaking rainforest views—a feast for both the stomach and the eyes.
Address: 11 Harry's Lane, Buderim QLD
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 12pm - 2pm (lunch); Thursday to Saturday: from 6:00pm (dinner)
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their Crispy Coral Coast Saltwater Barramundi!
Things to do nearby: On the way here, make sure to visit The Big Pineapple
10. The Long Apron
Let your taste buds do the talking as you feel right at home at The Long Apron, which is part of Montville’s Spicers Clovelly Estate. This award-winning Sunshine Coast restaurant does a modern take on classic French cuisine that will make you sing for the hills. What are you waiting for? Round up your fellow foodies and have a gastronomic journey here!
Address: 38-68 Balmoral Rd, Montville QLD
Opening Hours: Breakfast: 7:30am - 10:00am; Lunch: Friday to Sunday: 12:00pm - 2:00pm; Dinner: Monday to Sunday: 5.30pm and 8.30pm
Menu: View here
Why you need to visit: For their coal-grilled baby octopus!
Things to do nearby: Journey through the Sunshine Coast hinterland and its must-visits on this Montville Day tour
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