Best Live Music Restaurants in Pelican Waters

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Cuisine

ItalianTapas / Small PlatesAustralianPizza BarBeer GardenCafé

Regions

South Sunshine Coast

Neighborhoods

BirtinyaBokarinaCaloundraGolden BeachMeridan Plains

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

8 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Caloundra Power Boat Club restaurant

1. Caloundra Power Boat Club

4.3

Awesome(45)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Golden Beach

Booked 13 times today

Caloundra Powerboat Club is the place to meet and enjoy dining overlooking the beautiful Pumicestone Passage. Our dining options include delicious a la carte options at The Quarterdeck Restaurant or a quiet coffee at Portside Cafe.Please note that we do not accept same-day reservations after 11:00 AM for lunch or after 4:30 PM for dinner service.To make a reservation, kindly call us at (07) 5492 1444.

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2. Acqua Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(449)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Caloundra

Booked 25 times today

ACQUA: A Waterfront Destination for Good Food & Great TimesAre you looking for a waterfront venue with exceptional food, great service, and a good vibe?Acqua Restaurant & Bar has won the Reader's Choice Award in 2022 and the Diners' Choice Award in 2025 from AGFG, all voted by the locals.Our menu is inspired by Mediterranean cuisine with a twist of Australian flavors. Our most popular dishes include our creamy, spicy, and tasty pasta, as well as our calamari and barramundi. Enjoy amazing cocktails, fabulous views, and a great vibe.Let us be your host for your next visit to Caloundra!

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3. Viva Restaurant - Caloundra RSL

4.3

Awesome(611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Caloundra

Booked 16 times today

Viva Restaurant at the Caloundra RSL is a dining experience that needs to be experienced to be believed. The Club is award-winning and without doubt, has the best food in Caloundra.A family-friendly and sophisticated restaurant, Viva offers a comprehensive, well-priced menu with a variety of seating options for you to enjoy a dinner for two, a family outing a party celebration.

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4. Coffee Cat on Kings Beach

4.6

Exceptional(581)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Caloundra

Booked 25 times today

A Beachside Cafe open 7 days a week from 5:30am and open for dinner and specials Thursday - Sunday nights With our popular cocktail Menu, craft beer with Live Music Friday, Saturday & Sunday we are your local overlooking the popular cove of Kings Beach.There is no road between you and the waves, so you can feel the sand under your feet and the fresh ocean breeze all while sitting underneath the beautiful pandanus trees.Coffee Cat is available for bookings, meetings, special occasions and eventsCheck out our website for a full list of monthly events like our Weekly Trivia Nights!!

5. Parklands Tavern

4.2

Awesome(937)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Meridan Plains

Booked 19 times today

Welcome to Parklands Tavern, a family friendly pub located in Meridan Plains on the beautiful Sunshine Coast. We are locally owned and operated by Sunshine Coast Hotels Pty Ltd.Parklands Tavern was established as a garden oasis, a relaxed and inviting environment that reflects typical Australian hospitality and ease.The Yard, our outdoor space offers vintage brick paving, a vintage tractor, arbour and established gardens. Sit at the barrels and enjoy a cold beverage during the day or join us at night under the naked bulb lights.The kitchen team uses only the freshest and best quality ingredients with locally sourced produce with daily visits to our own vegetable garden beds and citrus grove to offer a well-balanced, delicious Australian pub bistro menu with plenty of variety for all tastes. A natural environment enhanced by warm and friendly service .... experience great Sunshine Coast Hospitality at the best family pub on the Sunshine Coast!

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6. The Pocket Espresso Bar

4.5

Awesome(388)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Caloundra

Booked 15 times today

At The Pocket Espresso Bar we’re about smiles. As it so happens, we also serve delicious food, next-level Guru coffee and crafty cocktails. Rejuvenate while enjoying stunning beach views of Moffat Beach or escape to our tropical courtyard while the kids run riot. Our menu is seasonally-evolving, and we make every effort to cater for all (no matter what crazy diet you're on). Togs, tattoos and walking sticks welcome. Get some sunshine in your pocket.

7. STOA

4.7

Exceptional(116)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Bokarina

Booked 65 times today

Located in the heart of Bokarina, Stoa offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience that blends contemporary flavours with timeless elegance. Our menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, featuring a curated selection of small plates and tapas inspired by global cuisine, complemented by fresh seafood and artisan produce. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, fine wines and signature cocktails in a stylish setting that merges industrial minimalism with natural elements like stone, timber and greenery.Stoa is more than just a place to dine – it's a social hub where friends and family come together to relax, unwind and connect. Whether you're here for an intimate evening of tapas and live music or a leisurely weekend brunch, we strive to create an experience that lingers long after you’ve left.Join us and discover the art of relaxed sophistication.

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8. Verona Fresh Italian

4.7

Exceptional(688)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Birtinya

Booked 28 times today

Traditional Napoli Style Pizzas from Allessandro Pintus, Italian & Australian Wines, Artesian Cocktails, an Extensive Gin & Tonic Menu with a focus on Australian Distilleries, House-made Pastas by Group Head Chef Daniel White & Kai Coffee with an experience second to none! ***Please Note***For same day online dinner bookings the cut off time is 5pm. To book after this time please call the venue on (07) 5227 8518 and our team can assist you.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

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Leisa
Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Coffee Cat on Kings Beach. Amazing location with both inside and outside seating. Great food, great atmosphere and the great staff top off the whole experience. Live music and happy hour what more would you want.. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Coffee Cat on Kings BeachPrice: Moderate• Café• Caloundra
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4.6
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Carolyn
Sunshine Coast •1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Staff were very friendly and food was tasty. Thank you
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Caloundra Power Boat ClubPrice: Moderate• Australian• Golden Beach
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4.3
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Cheryl
Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
All three meals were good. Snitzel, steak and vegetarian pasta. Service was great - attentive and pleasant. Nice decor. We come back often.
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Parklands TavernPrice: Moderate• Australian• Meridan Plains
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4.2
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Sally
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 3, 2025
Food, service & ambience was great! Lots to choose from on the menu.
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Acqua Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Caloundra
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4.4
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Rob
Sunshine Coast •4 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 21, 2025
Was really busy with a 45 minute wait which was no problem as the food is always good so worth the wait
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Viva Restaurant - Caloundra RSLPrice: Moderate• Australian• Caloundra
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4.3

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