Noosa
An award-winning, waterside destination restaurant, Wasabi is well known to visiting gourmets. Premium produce from the region and Wasabi's own farm sings…
Must-see restaurants in Sunshine Coast
Noosa
White walls, glass and timber set an uncluttered scene at this effortlessly chic restaurant, the stamping ground of celebrity chef Peter Kuruvita…
Sunshine Coast
This polished, modern bistro-microbrewery is your best option for a quality feed in the area. Stake a table on the outdoor patio (overlooking the lake and…
Sunshine Coast
One of Queensland's top dining destinations (book well ahead for weekends), Spirit House evokes the deep jungles of Southeast Asia with its moody tropical…
Sunshine Coast
Flavours explode and thrill at this fun and popular place, co-owned by 2016 Masterchef Australia runner-up Matt Sinclair. He's usually in the kitchen,…
Sunshine Coast
From the tarts and eclairs to the dacquoises (made with almond and hazelnut meringue), the calorific concoctions from French-born owner and pâtissier Jean…
Sunshine Coast
Crisp, luminous and casually sophisticated, waterfront Pier 33 serves up beautifully textured, produce-focused dishes, both large and small. Indeed, the…
Sunshine Coast
Part of Mooloolaba's revamped Wharf, boisterous, bistro-style 'The Wind' has blown in proper, thin-crust pizzas made in a wood-fired oven, and homemade…
Noosa
Away from the hustle, this relaxed, casual restaurant serves up seriously good tacos (mushroom, prawn, pulled beef, achiote chicken and more), plus…
Sunshine Coast
Slick, contemporary Spice Bar dishes up superb Asian-fusion fare. The menu is a share-plates affair, with highlights including Hervey Bay scallops, and an…
Noosa
Intimate, gracious Sumi offers a set-course menu from chef Giles Hohnen, who owns the place with partner Tomoko. From delicate dashi soup with prawn…
Sunshine Coast
A mishmash of recycled furniture and vintage ephemera, side-street Velo is an easy-going, breezy affair. Here, locals play board games while munching on…
Sunshine Coast
Head uphill to the top of the main drag to this rejuvenated garage for great organic coffee, muffins, big breakfasts, healthy salads and more. Using…
Noosa
This deservedly popular place serves up beautiful, seasonal bistro fare with subtle twists: flash-fried cuttlefish with green papaya, avocado salsa, palm…
Sunshine Coast
Prioritising personal values over fame, Alejandro Cancino resigned as executive chef at Brisbane's lauded Urbane to open this simple, outdoor vegan cafe…
Tanglewood Organic Sourdough Bakery
Noosa
Part of the upmarket Belmondos Organic Market, Tanglewood will have you oohing and aahing over its just-made, buttery pastries, artfully displayed on…
Noosa
Lunching ladies adore this casually chic, alfresco eatery. It's run by locally renowned chef David Rayner, whose vibrant, beautifully plated creations…
Noosa
Down an easy-to-miss path and up some stairs is one of Noosa's best pizzerias, a hip spot with bar seating, louvred windows and marine-themed street art…
Sunshine Coast
Unable to find ramen that pleased her Japanese palate, Tokyo expat Ayumi Koga opened her own ramen joint. Light filled and casual, it's never short of…
Sunshine Coast
Neon signs, red lanterns and aerosol art collide to hip effect at loud, buzzing, riverside Riceboi. The izakaya-inspired menu peddles mouth-watering pan…
Noosa
Dark, glossy and buzzing, upmarket Locale takes Manhattan glamour and gives it a lush tropical twist. In our opinion, the best seat is at the bar, where…
Sunshine Coast
Off the main drag, this relaxed cafe has pleasant, shaded seating and whips up creative, feel-good fare. The menu is always changing, but expect veg and…
Sunshine Coast
Covering the likes of ricotta pancakes to sweet potato and zucchini fritters, the short, all-day menu at this casual cafe focuses on quality. The gelato (…
Sunshine Coast
The best place to eat round here is on the mainland side of the bridge. This sprawling, modern waterfront pub is divided into numerous bars and dining…
Sunshine Coast
White and aqua tiles keep things fresh at Beau's, one of the best cafes on the Sunny Coast. Almost everything here is made from scratch, with a short,…
Sunshine Coast
This chilled, Kings Beach–front cafe serves tasty cafe fare and good coffee. Morning options might include poached peaches with berry labneh, gluten-free…
Sunshine Coast
An atmospheric, colonial-style pub with kooky bohemian touches, the Imperial is much-loved for its beer garden and live music acts. The tasty menu covers…
Sunshine Coast
Framed by palms, jacarandas and quandong trees, this atmospheric pub – complete with shady verandahs and a beautifully preserved interior – dates back to…
Sunshine Coast
With plenty of shaded tables flanking a grassy square, this good-value bakery, cafe and deli is known for its German sourdough bread, baked fresh Monday,…
Noosa
Betty's has achieved cult status all the way down Australia's east coast, which explains the queues at its lush, semi-al-fresco Noosa outlet. The burgers…
Sunshine Coast
Stormie Dutton could easily front an indie rock group, but she's too busy baking in her pink sugar temple. Her cupcakes are the stuff of local legend,…
Noosa
Buzzing, convivial and contemporary, 250 Grammi has a real-deal Italian pizzaiolo (pizza maker) who serves up excellent wood-fired pizzas that easily…
Sunshine Coast
A showcase for local ingredients, this chilled laneway spot serves up fresh, organic and filling vegetarian grub such as avocado on sourdough with either…
Sunshine Coast
Monica’s all-day menu includes hearty, wholesome dishes, innovative salads and vegan bites. Tuck into fresh, generous options like savoury mince on…
Sunshine Coast
A cafe and gourmet grocery store in one airy, welcoming package, The Store is perfect for lazy breakfasts and good-value lunches. Sip locally roasted…
Sunshine Coast
A friendly, lo-fi cafe where barefoot beach-goers banter with the staff while waiting for their impeccable macchiatos. In one corner is the tiny open…
Sunshine Coast
Don't let the car-park views and homemaker-centre locale fool you. This airy, youthful cafe is one of Maroochydore's best, with decent coffee, smoothies…
Sunshine Coast
A casual, beach-shack-styled joint opposite Bulcock Beach, Drift focuses on regional ingredients and made-from-scratch sauces. Pub-style mains are on the…
Noosa
There’s not a fussy palate or dietary need that isn’t catered for on Cafe Le Monde’s expansive menu. Its large, blue-and-white patio buzzes with surfers,…
Sunshine Coast
Embassy XO is not your average suburban Chinese joint, with a smashing wine list and quality produce driving dishes such as 12-hour poached pork belly,…
