Best Lunch Restaurants in Runaway Bay

54 restaurants available nearby

1. YOT DECK

3.9

Excellent(142)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Main Beach

Booked 5 times today

YOT Deck has a focus on sit down dining, entertainment and cocktails in a super relaxedsetting with space for private events and Christmas parties. YOT Deck will be open for tradeseven days a week from August through to summer, offering lunch and dinner service.For those seeking an unforgettable hospitality experience paired with picturesque waterfrontviews, YOT Deck is the ultimate destination. Whether you're looking to celebrate a specialoccasion, enjoy a leisurely lunch, or combine a drink before embarking on your YOT Clubcruise, YOT Deck will provide the best of both hospitality worlds.

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2. Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

4.2

Awesome(1092)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Southport

Booked 26 times today

Lunch:Southport Sharks are proud to offer Value Lunches to all our Members & Guests, meaning you can enjoy your favourites for LESS! Meals start from as little as $13, making it more affordable than ever to get a good quality meal.Dinner:The complete all-you-can-eat buffet at Frenzy’s has now returned to being on offer 7 nights a week! From Monday to Thursday enjoy our full range of incredible dishes, then from Friday to Sunday enjoy even more with the addition of prawns, mussels & other delicious seafood dishes.

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3. Cafe Catalina - Gold Coast

4.4

Awesome(525)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Southport

Booked 12 times today

Located on the water’s edge in Southport’s Broadwater Parklands, and nestled against the Aquatic Centre, lies Café Catalina Restaurant and Bar.Offering indoor/outdoor casual dining with a fresh modern Australian menu, the kitchen serves breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.With legendary waterfront Sunset Sessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Catalina is the perfect place to wind down after a busy week in an idyllic Gold Coast setting.

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4. Yum Cha Cuisine Harbour Town

4.5

Awesome(40)

Price: Expensive

• Cantonese • Biggera Waters

Booked 1 time today

The award-winning Yum Cha Cuisine brings an ancient dining custom to a relaxing location. Yum Cha Harbour Town serve traditional Chinese Style “Yum Cha” lunch and dinner. Located at the biggest Premium Outlet shopping center on the Gold Coast.

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5. Pablito's Sanctuary Cove

4.3

Awesome(296)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Hope Island

Pablito’s Mexican Tequilaria in Sanctuary Cove brings the fiesta with vibrant Mexican flavours, colourful décor, and a lively atmosphere. Known for crowd favourites like their crispy fish tacos, cheesy quesadillas, and zesty ceviche, Pablito’s pairs each dish with handcrafted cocktails and an extensive selection of premium tequilas. The outdoor terrace is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the sun, while the upbeat ambience makes every meal feel like a celebration.Entertainment at Pablito’s includes live music and themed nights, adding to the festive vibe. With taco Tuesdays, tequila tastings, and plenty of margaritas to go around, it’s the go-to spot for locals and visitors craving authentic Mexican cuisine with a fun twist. Whether you're in the mood for a laid-back dinner or a lively night out with friends, Pablito’s is the place to be.

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6. Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.0

Excellent(640)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Main Beach

Booked 9 times today

Enhanced by its coastal décor and relaxing ambience, Shoreline serves as the ideal restaurant for every occasion. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner featuring dishes from land and sea, including Queensland prawns, a variety of international dishes and our delicious Chef carved meats. To finish, treat yourself to the array of delectable desserts with all the trimmings. You'll find us on the lobby level of Sea World Resort, we hope to see you and your family there for your next night out.

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7. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(481)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southport

Booked 16 times today

A multi level pizzeria, wine bar and rooftop space. We specialise in gourmet pizza, deli meats & cheese plus delicious cocktail jugs and drinks in the sunshine.

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8. The Fireplace Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(630)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Hope Island

Experience intimate signature dining at The Fireplace, renowned for its rich cuts of wood-fired meats. Accompany your dishes with wines from our 300-strong beverage list - recently awarded Two Glasses in the 2022 Australia's Wine List of the Year (the sixth year in a row). Settle into rustic surroundings while you contemplate the provincial-style menu and indulge in the theatrics of the open kitchen as InterContinental’s chefs prepare culinary marvels before your eyes. We are also the proud winner of the Best Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort at the Restaurant & Catering 2022 Awards for Excellence – South East Queensland.Can’t choose from the a la carte menu? Head Chef Randy Tablan has conducted a melody of Queensland’s finest flavours with a six-course degustation highlighting his favourite items on the menu. *This menu requires a 24hr notice.*

9. The Verandah Bar

3.8

Excellent(24)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Hope Island

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Verandah Restaurant & Bar at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort. Experience world-class mixology and gourmet dining whilst enjoying views of the resort's manicured gardens and the nearby Coomera River. Home to over 50 whiskeys, covering the globe’s most coveted regions from Scotland to Ireland, America to Japan, and of course, our homeland Australia, The Verandah Bar is a hub of an award-winning rarity.Offering an all-day dining menu, Verandah Restaurant & Bar is the ultimate all-inclusive venue with a range of artisan dishes including tapas, share plates, soups, plant-based delights and substantial modern Australian dishes. Signature dishes include the InterContinental Club Sandwich, the vegan Earth Burger, and our Mooloolaba Prawn & Mussel Fettuccine. Available for both lunch and dinner, venture into Verandah Restaurant & Bar for casual resort dining throughout the day.

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10. Paradise Country Farmhouse Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(460)

Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Oxenford

Booked 2 times today

Paradise Country’s Farmhouse Restaurant is the perfect location for any family occasion. With gorgeous views of the farm and delicious meals, and country hospitality.*Please note if you are coming to celebrate with us, no balloons or confetti allowed due to our cute & furry friends roaming around the park.Weekend Breakfast reservations do not include general park admission and special events (i.e Mothers Day Festival). Separate entry ticket is required to stay after 9.30am.

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Jo-Anne
Gold Coast •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great venue with ocean breezes. Good choice of food on the menu. Lots of people at lunch so quite loud and noisy.
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Cafe Catalina - Gold CoastPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Southport
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4.4
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Garry
Gold Coast •9 reviews
5.0
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YOT DECKPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Main Beach
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3.9
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Leslie
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 18, 2024
The food was never-ending and was great. “Top notch” the service was very attentive and the family friendly atmosphere was outstanding. We will definitely be dining here again.
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Frenzy's - Southport SharksPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Southport
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4.2
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Tracey
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
Great place, come here often for family occasions. Never disappointed. Value for money.
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Yum Cha Cuisine Harbour TownPrice: Expensive• Cantonese• Biggera Waters
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4.5
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Orange County •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2024
Food was just ok. Chicken fajitas meat was a bit bland and queso was not the best. Not enough food for the prices. Service was good but I wouldn’t go back.
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Pablito's Sanctuary CovePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Hope Island
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4.3

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54 restaurants available nearby

1. YOT DECK

2. Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

3. Cafe Catalina - Gold Coast

4. Yum Cha Cuisine Harbour Town

5. Pablito's Sanctuary Cove

6. Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort

7. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

8. The Fireplace Restaurant

9. The Verandah Bar

10. Paradise Country Farmhouse Restaurant

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