Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in North Gold Coast

OpenTable

Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for the best overall restaurants in North Gold Coast? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Tamborine Mountain Glades

4.6

4.6 (273)

$40 and under

Australian

Mount Tamborine

About the restaurant

For group reservations of 12 or more, email teddy@tmglades.com.au

Discover an unforgettable dining experience at our Rainforest Restaurant located at Tamborine Mountain Glades. Enjoy a warm ambiance and flavorful dishes, with hospitality that makes you feel like family. Whether for a special occasion or a casual meal, our attentive staff ensures an extraordinary visit. Join us and see why we’re a destination!

Closed on Christmas Day.

Top review

Chelsea

Dined 1 day ago

Everything you could hope for, service, food & atmosphere absolutely flawless!

Kamikaze Teppanyaki - Coomera

4.7

4.7 (449)

$41 to $100

Teppanyaki

Coomera

About the restaurant

Dear Diners, Dining time for each section is 1hr 15mins only. Please be aware that hotplate tables are not able to be booked on the weekends due to popularity (Only walk-in available). Thank you for your understanding. Feel free to call us 0451 368 389.

With restaurant expertise of over ten years, Kamikaze Teppanyaki & Bar is offering some of the most mouth-watering meat and seafood in town. That’s not all you’ll find at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera, as there is everything from sashimi and tempura options, through to yakitori and bento boxes in this funky restaurant on Foxwell Road on the Gold Coast. The menu is regularly updated with modern Japanese cuisine and drink selections and you’ll always get the best flavours possible. Being funky and friendly, we are not the usual traditional teppanyaki restaurants. The guests can experience and taste more of what we have in the house. Book a table at Kamikaze Teppanyaki Coomera and experience it!

Top review

Holly

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

A amazing experience and will come again it was a very interactive experience and me and my friends appreciated the whole thing

Discover more

Experience

Teppanyaki Grill Seat

Tara | Far East Dining & Bar

4.7

4.7 (30)

$40 and under

Pan-Asian

Hope Island

About the restaurant

At TARA Far East Dining & Bar, we bring together bold Asian flavours with refined technique in a vibrant, contemporary setting. Our menu draws inspiration from across the Far East, featuring signature dishes such as lobster roll bun mee, Phuket toothfish curry, Wagyu steak and fresh seafood, alongside sushi and share style plates that highlight balance, spice and depth of flavour. Each dish is crafted with precision and creativity, celebrating both tradition and modern dining.

Our bar showcases over 300 premium spirits alongside signature cocktails, wine and curated beverages designed to complement the menu and elevate the experience. Guests dine in a stylish, coastal inspired space where soft lighting, ocean tones and flowing design create an atmosphere that feels both luxurious and relaxed. With a sense of theatre in both the kitchen and bar, we create a lively and social environment where food, drinks and conversation come together effortlessly.

Top review

Lucas

Dined 4 days ago

Absolutely flavourful perfection. Highly recommend the slow cooked lamb shoulder rendang - best rendang ever. Efficient friendly service. Rachael helped set a warm welcoming vibe. We will be back.

GOTO Japanese Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (186)

$101 and over

Japanese

Southport

About the restaurant

The restaurant where authenticity can be found and the satisfaction of our customers are never forgotten.
The home of some of Japan's most traditional dishes, GOTO is a group of Nagasaki and home to head chef.

Welcome to Japan, welcome to GOTO!

Top review

Jordan

Dined on 24 Oct 2026

Our third experience having the Omakase menu. The service is incredibly attentive, highly recommend sitting at the bar to watch the prep. The food comes out looking like art and taste is perfect. One of our dishes was slightly too salty for my wife's preference, it was immediately rectified thanks to the attentive staff. It's a new menu each time which will keep us coming back over and over for special occasions.

Discover more

Experience

GOTO OMAKASE

Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (325)

$40 and under

Chinese

Hope Island

About the restaurant

Treat yourself to authentic Chinese dishes and dumplings, or try the chef’s specialty, Peking Duck, cooked fresh and carved at your table. Savour your dining indulgence whilst enjoying the water views of Sanctuary Cove marina.

Top review

Karen

Dined on 7 Oct 2026

Had a great meal and service. Great wine list and excellent value for money.

Kokonut Willy's

4.5

4.5 (29)

$40 and under

Australian

Labrador

About the restaurant

Escape to Kokonut Willy's, a vibrant beachfront bar where the drinks are cold, the atmosphere is laid-back, and the sunsets are unforgettable. Whether you're here for a tropical cocktail, a casual bite, or live music by the water, every visit feels like a mini vacation. With its prime waterfront location, Kokonut Willy's offers the perfect setting to kick back and enjoy the Gold Coast lifestyle.
Step into the heart of The Grand Hotel's social scene at The Main Bar. With a sophisticated ambiance and a menu featuring signature cocktails, fine wines, and premium spirits, it's the perfect place to relax and enjoy the evening. Whether you're in the mood for a quiet drink or lively conversation, The Main Bar offers an experience to savour.

Top review

John

Dined 2 days ago

We went to Kokonut Willys on Friday 6th November for a reunion lunch with ten other people. The booking process was easy and I received a message prior to the 6th to confirm my booking. Kokonut Willys is our go to for these type of lunches as the location is easily accessible to all, the food is first class and the service is very efficient. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone seeking a true dining experience.

The Fireplace Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (710)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Hope Island

About the restaurant

At The Fireplace, fire is at the heart of the experience. From the glow of the open kitchen to the aroma of ingredients cooking over flame, guests are immersed in the theatre of wood-fire dining as chefs work around the signature wood-fire oven.

Led by Executive Chef Hamish Watt, Queensland’s Chef of the Year 2026 (QHA Awards for Excellence), and Head Chef Harry Ng, the menu celebrates seasonal produce, with fire used to char, smoke and enhance the natural character of each ingredient. Locally sourced produce and herbs from the restaurant’s own garden bring a distinctly Queensland sense of place.

Dine from the seasonal à la carte menu or experience the six-course degustation, complemented by an award-winning wine list recognised with Two Glasses in the 2026 Australia’s Wine List of the Year Awards.

For intimate celebrations, The Fireplace also offers a private dining room for up to 18 guests, with customised menus and wine pairings available.

Top review

Dean

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing, always a fabulous experience. Food and service is 5 star

Discover more

Experience

A La Carte Menu

Experience

Six-Course Wood-Fire Degustation

Experience

St Hugo Feature Dinner | Thu 12 Nov

Jafa Restaurant and Bar

4.6

4.6 (35)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Southport

About the restaurant

JAFA is a modern Australian restaurant in Southport bringing together Italian inspiration, handmade pasta, premium seafood, seasonal produce, and warm intimate dining in the heart of the Gold Coast.

Designed for date nights, celebrations, long dinners, and unforgettable evenings, JAFA offers a relaxed yet elevated experience with chef-driven dishes, curated wines, and a space that feels both hidden and welcoming.

From house-made pasta and fresh seafood to signature mains and rotating chef specials, every plate is crafted for flavour, comfort, and connection.

If you’re searching for one of the Gold Coast’s most intimate dinner spots, JAFA is where locals return, recommend, and reserve again.

Limited seating available nightly. Reservations recommended

Top review

Natalie brereton

Dined 2 days ago

We visited Jafa last night and it did not disappoint. The service, ambience and most of all- food was absolutely amazing . Every dish we ordered the calamari , crispy cauliflower and the pasta’s were all so Devine and top quality! The tiramisu for dessert was honestly the best we have tried. The staff were attentive and friendly and the ambience was beautiful for a Friday night dinner out. We will definately be back . Great restaurant

Discover more

Experience

HAPPY HOUR

Experience

An intimate evening designed for Two

Experience

'Girls night at Jafa' (Thursday night only)

Threesixty Restaurant And Bar

4.7

4.7 (26)

$40 and under

Australian

Labrador

About the restaurant

Three Sixty offers a sophisticated dining experience showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients expertly crafted into impressive dishes. Our menu features both share-style plates and substantial mains, with each dish thoughtfully prepared to deliver bold flavours and refined simplicity throughout the day.
Complementing our culinary offerings is an extensive beverage selection, including classic cocktails, craft beers, premium wines, and a curated spirits collection. Whether you're gathering with friends for a relaxed meal or enjoying an evening out, Three Sixty provides the perfect setting with drinks to suit every palate.

Top review

Anne-Marie

Dined 6 days ago

We have been to this restaurant a few times, and it never disappoints. Great food, great service.

Discover more

Experience

Spring Fridays and Saturdays

Nahm Thai Restaurant and Bar

4.7

4.7 (60)

$40 and under

Thai

Coomera

About the restaurant

Experience Thai Food Culture in Coomera

Inspired by rustic Thai street food, Nahm Thai brings all the best of Thai food culture, being lively & communal, to Coomera.
Our menu was carefully crafted to include traditional authentic dishes that is hard to find in other restaurants to the familiar classics we all know and love, all the while keeping the price affordable.
We invite you to join us and experience these fantastic dishes that we know you’ll enjoy here at Westfield Coomera.

Top review

Steve

Dined 1 day ago

Great customer service & food as usual. Thanks to the Team

Explore Diners' Choice best of North Gold Coast

Explore more Diners' Choice lists