Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Central Gold Coast

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Updated 05 November 2026

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EDDY + WOLFF

5.0

5 (315)

$41 to $100

Asian

Robina

About the restaurant

Eddy + Wolff is an award-winning Southeast Asian destination, honored as one of OpenTable’s Top 50 Restaurants in Australia. Tucked away in Robina, our intimate 24-seat venue is 100% Gluten-Free and officially certified by Coeliac Australia, offering a high-energy, "hidden gem" vibe perfect for a sophisticated Gold Coast date night.

Led by a team dedicated to culinary "amazement," we are proud to hold an AGFG Chef Hat (2020–2026) and a prestigious Australia’s Wine List of the Year award. Our menu explores bold, modern Asian flavors—from charcoal-grilled delicacies to our viral Soy Sauce Ice Cream—all set to a curated backdrop of old-school R&B and Hip-Hop.

Experience a dining journey that feels like a nostalgic trip through Asia, paired with an elite natural wine selection. Whether it’s an anniversary or a foodie discovery, Eddy + Wolff is where connection, safety, and world-class flavor meet.

Top review

Rebecca

Dined on 30 Oct 2026

Having all GF food is reassuring for Coeliac's and they don't miss out. The flavors of all the dishes are incredible. True works of art.

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Experience

Dine Like The Wolff

Restaurant Labart

4.9

4.9 (377)

$100 and over

European

Burleigh Heads

About the restaurant

A modern Australian restaurant in the heart of Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast

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Kirsty

Dined 4 days ago

Beatiful food and dining experience, what a gem this restaurant is. We’ll be back!

Saiko Teppanyaki

4.8

4.8 (21)

$40 and under

Japanese (Teppanyaki)

Robina

About the restaurant

Saiko Teppanyaki at Robina Town Centre offers a fun and interactive Japanese steak and seafood dining experience where skilled chefs cook right in front of you with exciting fire shows, flying eggs, and entertaining tricks. Perfect for large groups, birthdays, celebrations, farewell dinners, and anniversaries, Saiko Teppanyaki combines delicious food with live entertainment, creating a lively atmosphere that’s great for families, friends, and special occasions. Enjoy fresh steak, seafood, and Japanese favourites while sharing laughs and unforgettable moments around the teppan grill. 🔥🥩🍤🎉

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WendyP

Dined on 3 Nov 2026

Love this place we go often for special occasions.

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Experience

In Front of the Teppanyaki Grill

4.7

4.7 (30)

$40 and under

Izakaya

Mermaid Beach

About the restaurant

Jin Izakaya brings modern Japanese to Mermaid Beach.

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ElizabethGold

Dined on 14 Oct 2026

The food was great and being entirely gluten free made for hassle and stress free dining for my celiac sister.

Moo Moo Restaurant (Gold Coast)

4.6

4.6 (2696)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach, overlooking Victoria Park, and opposite Gold Coast Sofitel Hotel, Star Casino & the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Gold Coast is multi award winning, undoubtedly the Gold Coast's Best Steak Restaurant. Moo Moo breaks down the barriers of a normal steak house by losing the overtly masculine vibe that has so long been the trademark of its genre. With its stunning modern interior decor of natural stone finishes, sleek organic curves and state of the art lighting system, the steak restaurant has evolved.

Enjoy an award winning beef menu of the highest quality, with some cuts exclusive to Moo Moo Restaurant Group. These cuts include; Dry Aged, Pasture Fed, All Natural and Grain Fed which include a mix of Wagyu and Angus breeds. To ensure that our menus cater for more than just beef lovers they also include fresh seafood, poultry, game and of course vegetarian options available.

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Andrew

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent service very friendly and helpful staff amazing food 👌 Great atmosphere 5/5

Valentinos

4.6

4.6 (145)

$41 to $100

Italian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast's busy, Valentinos Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Broadbeach is well-known for authentic Italian cuisine. With an impressively large menu, we can ensure you’ll find a dish to satisfy any palette.

We are open for dinner 7 days a week and serve until late, with a fully licensed bar providing a fine selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Our large venue gives you the option to dine outside or in on of our cosy indoor areas. We can also cater for functions or events! For more information please complete the form on the contact page

We look forward to sharing a bellissimo experience with you!

Top review

Christopher

Dined 4 days ago

As always well looked after by very professional personnel. Great! Whenever in Broadbeach we always ensure a n evening at Valentinos. Also a favourite of my wife and family too!

Palette Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (466)

$100 and over

Modern Australian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

A unique fine dining experience with a fully curated wine list and locally sourced ingredients. Situated in the stunning HOTA Gallery, Palette offers a unique blend of art and food on the Gold Coast. Dayan and his team in the kitchen will extend your art experience, taking inspiration from artworks on display and major exhibitions to show just how naturally art and food blends.

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Michael

Dined on 3 Nov 2026

An awesome meal to enjoy on Melbourne Cup day. Excellent value for money for beautiful food and wine.

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Experience

Elevate

Experience

Christmas Package 2026

Blowfish Seafood & Steak

4.6

4.6 (499)

$41 to $100

Seafood

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Steven & Autumn Adams, the culinary visionaries who brought you the iconic Moo Moo – Wine Bar + Grill, have taken Seafood dining to the next level. Their passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences has led them to open their third restaurant, and this time, it's all about seafood.

What sets BLOWFISH OCEAN GRILL + BAR apart is the husband and wife team’s commitment to raising the bar for seafood dining on the Gold Coast. While they have earned their reputation for premium steaks, this new venture is a deep dive into the world of ocean-inspired cuisine, promising to redefine seafood dining like never before.

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Blair

Dined 5 days ago

Great food, ambience,and outstanding service from Debora, she was amazing.

The Glenelg Public House

4.5

4.5 (279)

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

Mermaid Beach

About the restaurant

The Glenelg Public House celebrates premium Australian beef, featuring hand-cut Wagyu Tomahawks and signature cuts displayed on our chef’s board for you to choose from. Each dish is crafted with care, highlighting the finest local produce and exceptional export-quality beef. Enjoy generous, high-quality meals paired with an extensive wine list and expertly crafted cocktails, all delivered with the unwavering hospitality that defines every Glenelg experience.

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Steve

Dined 4 days ago

We had a fantastic time. Food was great and the service was exceptional. Thank you very much.

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Experience

Tomahawk Menu $130pp

Experience

Rib-Eye on the bone Menu $110pp

Experience

Flank Steak Menu $90pp

Outback Steakhouse - Pacific Fair

3.9

3.9 (1222)

$40 and under

American

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

We are a contemporary, casual dining steakhouse restaurant beloved worldwide. Currently with 6 restaurants in NSW and 2 in Queensland. We pride ourselves on serving up variety; our unbeatable steak cuts are complemented by delicious choices of chicken, ribs, seafood, and pasta at a price for everyone.
Our strategy? We’re the leader of the pack by emphasizing consistently high quality delicious food delivering a warm, welcoming environment.

Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. is based in Tampa, FL, founded in 1988 by those who love hospitality, sharing, quality, being courageous and having fun. We’re a company of restaurants that owns and operates Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and Outback Steakhouse International. Outback Steakhouse Australia is a Sydney owned and based franchise entity of Outback Steakhouse International operating since 2001 after opening our very first restaurant in Parklea, Sydney.

Top review

James Wright

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Great food and great service. The Gold Coast needs alot more steakhouses like this. We will be back!

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