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1. Bella Venezia Restaurant and Bar
4.5
Awesome(2688)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Mooloolaba
Booked 26 times today
Bella Venezia Restaurant is the Sunshine Coast's favourite Italian Restaurant! Awarded the prestigious AGFG Chef's Hat in 2024 and 2023. Best Formal Italian Restaurant in SEQ - RCA 2023 Award and also the AGFG Best Regional Restaurant Sunshine Coast 2024 Reader’s Choice Award. For over 41 years Bella Venezia has been a dining institution on Mooloolaba Esplanade at Mooloolaba Beach. Our executive chef Ben Achurch presents a modern Italian menu. Ingredients are sourced from local farms and Mooloolaba's very own seafood port. Bella Venezia is recognised for its internationally acclaimed wine list with over 500 different labels on offer. Featuring wine from Australia, New Zealand, France and an impressive Italian selection.Some awards;AGFG Best Italian Restaurant 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017 - "Readers Choice Award""3 GLASS RATING" 2020, 2021, 2022 2023 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards Winner BEST WINE LIST IN QLD 2022 - Aust Wine List of the Year Awards
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2. Pavilion Mooloolaba
4.3
Awesome(742)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mooloolaba
Booked 31 times today
Step through the archway, take a seat and enjoy uninterrupted sweeping views of Mooloolaba beach where every day feels like a European summer. From your morning coffee to your late-night espresso martini, your brunch cravings in the A.M. to your authentic pizza fix in the P.M. — whatever it is that welcomes you here, Pavilion Mooloolaba provides the perfect place to celebrate, to sip and to share.
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3. Spero
4.1
Excellent(236)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Mooloolaba
Booked 32 times today
Spero is the kind of family-owned beach-style eatery that you might find in Corfu Town. The menu includes Greek favourites but goes far beyond as well, with a selection from tzatziki, calamari, spanakopita and Greek meatballs to saganaki grilled cheese or confit lamb shoulder. Spero specialises in the highest quality local produce with a perfect splash of Mediterranean flavours.
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4. Bocca Italian
4.7
Exceptional(1739)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bokarina
Booked 63 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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5. Green Zebra
4.6
Exceptional(2257)
Price: Moderate
• Modern Australian • Parrearra
Booked 30 times today
Situated on Kawana Island and overlooking the picturesque Double Bay, the Green Zebra Restaurant & Bar has it all from outdoor fresco dining to private dining and function rooms.Come and enjoy delicious Modern Australian food and drinks, all made with only the freshest seasonal produce. Listen to the gentle waves lap against the shore while sipping on a cocktail and sharing tasty morsels of small plate starters.Our name? Green Zebra is a variety of heirloom tomato. Simple as that! Quirky, fun and vibrant; a name people will affiliate with food, and not forget in a hurry.Our philosophy is uncomplicated, fresh, healthy, moreish food that we love to eat. Our food is prepared in house daily, with passion and precision by our amazing team of chefs.We work with only the best local suppliers and producers using seasonal ingredients where possible. This extends to our local and domestic craft beer & wine suppliers as well. You can’t hav
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6. Goodslice Pizza Napoletana
4.8
Exceptional(319)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Maroochydore
Booked 24 times today
Tucked down a laneway, housed in an industrial building, you'll find our quirky pizzeria. Our vibe is super casual and we love to see our customers sharing pizzas, beers and enjoying life. Our space is ideal for large groups, but also for families and couples. Were all about the pizza! Pizza Napoletana is authentic pizza from Naples, and we make it according to the generations-old technique....with just a little of our own twists here and there. Our dough is made in-house and fermented for a minimum of 24hrs to create a tasty and light base - minimal yeast so no bloating here. Then its hand-stretched, topped with quality ingredients imported from Italy AND sourced locally, and cooked at a fiery 400 degrees.We do other stuff as well - starters, sharers, salads, homemade desserts, and gelato. Plus cocktails, imported and locally brewed beers, and some carefully selected wines from independent wineries.
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7. Verona Fresh Italian
4.7
Exceptional(651)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Birtinya
Booked 22 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.
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8. Dirty Moes
4.3
Awesome(74)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Maroochydore
Booked 15 times today
Mouth watering smoked Waygu brisket that brings friends together to have a yarn, lamb shoulder that melts off your fork and craft beers to wash it all down. Situated opposite the stunning Mooloolaba Beach, tucked away down a side street, you will be transported to an urban alleyway restaurant, boasting bold flavours, slow cook meats, fine whiskeys and local craft beers.
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9. 10 Toes Brewing
4.3
Awesome(47)
Price: Moderate
• Brewery • Buderim
Booked 1 time today
We could only stay in our original digs for so long. To keep pace with the ever-growing demand for the freshest beer possible, brewed on-site, we've taken the leap once more with our new venue in Buderim. This is now our home for all beer and beers-ness, and we couldn't be prouder of the space we've created. It's a place that falls somewhere between a brewpub, a production brewery, an American BBQ restaurant, a function venue, and a local's hangout. Open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday, beer is brewed on-site every day. We'd love to have you come and experience the good vibe beer tribe, whether it's for a work lunch between meetings, an end-of-day knockoff, catching up with friends, celebrating an occasion, or trying the latest new beer release. 10 Toes Buderim is a space for everyone to enjoy with gusto.
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10. Bli Bli Hotel
4.1
Excellent(926)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Bli Bli
Booked 36 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.

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  • Nicholas
    Sunshine Coast •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great restaurant! Menu options are great. Specials 2 and 3 course options are value for money. Tagliatelle was amazing and was impressed as I don’t normally go for vegetarian. Desert was a brownie. Absolutely spot on with a decent spoon of cream and ice cream on the side. Coffee was very decent too. Service was attentive, friendly and made for an enjoyable experience. Recommend and will definitely be back.
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    Green ZebraPrice: Moderate• Modern Australian• Parrearra
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    4.6
  • Kelly
    Sunshine Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was incredible, great wine list, really friendly and attentive staff, would definitely recommend
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    SperoPrice: Expensive• Greek• Mooloolaba
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    4.1
  • Lynn
    Sunshine Coast •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We were a party of 5. I opted for beef cheeks instead of my normal pizza, and it didn’t disappoint. It tasted awesome. We also had carbonara, pizza and crumbed pork loin. Everyone loved their meals. Service was great, waitress was new to the restaurant but was very attentive and friendly. We will definitely return again and again and again.!
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    Bocca ItalianPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bokarina
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    4.7
  • Dannielle
    Sunshine Coast •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing food. Amazing staff. Only thing I’d note is that it is very loud, had to yell across the table which I don’t love but overall. Beautiful restaurant, great food, lovely staff.
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    Pavilion MooloolabaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Mooloolaba
    •
    4.3
  • Oriana
    Melbourne •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Authentic Italian food. Felt like I was transported back to Italy. Incredible, delicious and great, friendly service. A must dining experience when in Mooloolaba!
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    Bella Venezia Restaurant and BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mooloolaba
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    4.5

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Mooloolaba

Discover the culinary delights of Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, where the dining scene is vibrant and varied, offering something to satisfy every palate. If you're searching for a "hot spot" to dine, you'll find a selection of restaurants that stand out for their unique ambiance, exceptional service, and high-quality cuisine. These establishments are renowned for their commitment to freshness, often featuring locally-sourced ingredients that reflect the region's abundant offerings. Whether you're craving an intimate dinner spot or a lively venue to enjoy with friends, Mooloolaba's restaurant scene caters to all occasions. Patrons consistently praise these hot spots for their innovative menus and the ability to maintain a high standard of dining experience. Each restaurant brings its own character to the table, making every meal a memorable event. Explore these top dining destinations and experience why they are tagged as the go-to spots on the Central Sunshine Coast.

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