Restaurants near Shady Rest Motel

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1. Crackerjack

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5.0

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Cooroy

Booked 12 times today

Discover the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s newest dining hotspot, Crackerjack in Cooroy. Helmed by Executive Chef Jake Pregnell, whose culinary pedigree includes stints at Rick Shores, Hôntô, and Spirit House, Crackerjack delivers an elevated yet approachable Asian-inspired menu for sharing.Signature dishes like the Beer Battered Bug Roti Taco, Prawn Toast, and the rich, slow-cooked Massaman Beef Curry take centre stage, showcasing bold flavours that promise an unforgettable dining experience.Nestled in the heart of Cooroy, Crackerjack blends vibrant Asian cuisine with nostalgic lawn bowls vibes & classic pub charm. The venue boasts a family-friendly atmosphere, featuring a kids’ playground, air-conditioned interiors, an outdoor beer garden, a bowling green, and spacious function rooms for private events. And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without Your Mates brews on tap to keep the good times flowing.Experience the finest Asian-inspired dining in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

2. Sails Noosa

4.8

Exceptional(3389)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Noosa Heads

Booked 51 times today

Located overlooking Noosa Main Beach, Sails Restaurant offers sophisticated yet relaxed dining.Executive Chef, Paul Leete, presents a creative fusion of modern Australian cuisine, while keeping a strong focus on fresh, seasonal produce.Paul combines ingredients, sourced with integrity, to create clean, thoughtful and uncomplicated menus.Sails Restaurant also features a multi award winning wine list showcasing more than 500 wines, with a focus on great Australian, New Zealand and French winemakers. Open from 12pm daily for lunch and dinner. Sails Restaurant is open for all Public Holidays through the Christmas and Easter periods.When placing your reservation, please understand that requests for specific tables cannot be guaranteed. We appreciated that everyone who books with us wants to sit close to the beach front, therefore we allocate these tables according to how far in advance you book.

3. Bocca Italian

4.7

Exceptional(1869)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bokarina

Booked 64 times today

Welcome to Bocca Italian at Bokarina Beach on the Sunshine Coast! Offering hand stretched pizza, an array of Salumi's, breads and cheeses and fresh pasta's! Exec Chef Harry Lilai (Ex Cecconis Melbourne) and Head Chef Rob Bredhauer (Ex Bianca Brisbane) have created a menu designed for sharing with all the Italian favourites.Osso Buco, Tiramisu and Polpette with flatbread are our go to's and we of course have a cracking wine list with local, local Italian and imported Italian drops.Our cocktails are all made by Lauren Thomson, our amazing Bar Manager from Market Bistro, so of course we have the salted caramel espresso martini as well as a heap of Italian inspired spritzes, sours and shaken drinks.We offer seating inside for 80 including bar and kitchen dining, another 50 outside, and a private room that seats 14.We look forward to welcoming you into our home, at Bocca Italian, Tony, Luke and Harry.

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4. Locale Restaurant and Bar Noosa

4.7

Exceptional(2293)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Noosa Heads

Booked 36 times today

The decor is like a restaurant in NY, Melbourne or Europe and they have added detail with sophistication yet it appears simple and sleek lines with subtle lighting that gives a great atmosphere. There are different areas to sit from the bar to lounge, table seating or a small outdoor area.Drawing heavily on Italian tradition, Locale Noosa offers a seasonally changing menu using the best in local produce and premium imported ingredients. Surrounded by lush gardens, Locale Noosa sits in a protected corner of Hastings Street just a few steps from the golden sands of Noosa Main Beach. Our seasonal menu features handmade pasta, traditional italian antipasti and desserts alongside an impressive selection of wines, beers and cocktails.

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5. Rickys River Bar and Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3275)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Noosa Heads

Booked 40 times today

Set on the banks of the beautiful Noosa River, Rickys River Bar & Restaurant delivers a dining experience that encapsulates the Noosa lifestyle. Rickys offers a delicious menu featuring a wonderful selection of fresh seafood and the very best local produce. With sweeping views of the Noosa River, Rickys is the perfect place for a leisurely lunch, a sunset dinner or a relaxing cocktail in their River Bar.

6. Market Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(2154)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Maroochydore

Booked 54 times today

Market Bistro will open from 11.30am 7 days a week, offering a classic “bistro style” menu featuring house made pasta, and a great selection of dry aged meats and a bunch of export quality local seafood. Our wine list will be interesting, constantly evolving and feature predominantly Australian and New Zealand producers. A unique feature of the Bistro is the fact you can walk into & purchase wine from the Wine Store for retail prices then drink it in the Bistro (for a small corkage fee.)Market Bistro will be a stylish, casual restaurant that is not stuffy or pretentious... It is professional, casual & truly local.

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7. Secrets on the Lake

4.7

Exceptional(515)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Australian • North Maleny

Booked 6 times today

Winner of the AGFG Peoples Choice Award 2019, Dining on the Deck is a truly special place, situated in the rainforest on the shores of Lake Baroon with panoramic views of the water, mountains and rainforest.This intimate connection with nature is enhanced by the incredible food that is prepared in house by our talented team of chefs.

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8. El Capitano Pizzeria & Bar

4.4

Awesome(1158)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Noosa Heads

Booked 16 times today

"Old world pizza for new world sailors." Organic sourdough pizza, topped with the best local ingredients around. Natural & organic wines, bubbles, cocktails & craft beers. Bar open till late.

9. Bli Bli Hotel

4.4

Awesome(1013)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Bli Bli

Booked 38 times today

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.

10. Bandita - Noosa

4.7

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Noosa Heads

Booked 7 times today

Wood fired modern Mexican kitchen and bar on the Noosa River with a local neighbourhood vibe. A share style menu created by Jason Jones, showcasing local suppliers and produce from the Sunshine Coast. Alfresco and inside dining - perfect for lunch, dinner or watching the sunset.

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Brendan
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Certainly, our best Restaurant Experience in the Noosa Area. Food just superb, setting picturesque and the image you image from the Noosa River Area. Service friendly, professional and adaptable. A memorable evening for us. Thank you.
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Rickys River Bar and RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Noosa Heads
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4.8
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Barbara
Sunshine Coast •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food, perfect to share. Welcoming staff and right on the beach. Topped off by a Birthday sparkler in dessert and singing by staff. Thank you 😊
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Sails NoosaPrice: Very Expensive• Modern Australian• Noosa Heads
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was amazing. Staff went above and beyond to make our anniversary dinner a most special date night. Very impressed with the service, wines and food. Absolutely faultless. So great to have a special night out and be wowed from start to finish. Thank you! What a great team you have at Bocca!
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Bocca ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bokarina
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4.7
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Verity
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Everything was absolutely top notch. Fantastic service, food and service. We will definitely be back.
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Locale Restaurant and Bar NoosaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Noosa Heads
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4.7

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