Cuisine: International
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: Shop 15, Aquarius Resort, 140 Alexandra Parade Alexandra Headland QLD 4572
Located in the Aquarius Resort opposite Alex Beach, Aquatic Grill provides excellent quality dining in relaxed surrounds. Offering a la carte dining with it's focus on Premium Australian Steak & Seafood, there really is something for everyone and generous serving sizes that won't leave you feeling hungry. Try the Darling Downs Wagyu Rump 250grams, seeded mustard mash, green beans, roasted field mushrooms, jus; Chargrilled Mooloolaba Leader Prawns, salt flakes, lemon, verjuice, rice pilaf.
Cuisine: Thai
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 22 Bulcock St Caloundra QLD 4551
The Blue Orchid Thai’s chefs and staff pride themselves on providing outstanding food using only the best products and ingredients matched by happy friendly service. Once you've enjoyed the cosy atmosphere with someone special and savoured the authentic dishes you'll understand why this restaurant is an award winner. Menu Sample: Blue Orchid Duck - Thai styled BBQ duck served with stir-fried green beans and sauce.
Cuisine: Contemporary Australian
Price: $40-$55 Entree & Main
Address: 3/11 The Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
With ocean front views Hot Pipi’s is a great place to unwind and relax while enjoying a casual café style breakfast or lunch, where as at night it transforms into a more sophisticated setting with fast and efficient service. Try Chef Michelle Elliot’s ‘Hot Pipi's Famous Seafood Curry’ with moreton bay bugs prawns mussels & barramundi in a thai red curry with jasmine rice & pappadams.
Cuisine: Steak/Seafood
Price: $40-$55 Entree & Main
Address: 247 Gympie Tce Noosaville QLD
Overlooking the breathtaking Noosa River, Maisie's Seafood & Steakhouse is a locally famed restaurant with a loyal following since it was built in 1920 & has a rich Australian history. Maisie's has received the Tourism Noosa Award for Excellence - Best Steak Restaurant in the Sunshine Coast for the past 3 years & once you dine on their tender steaks you can see why! Sit outside, unwind & enjoy the fresh breeze while dining on succulent seafood obtained directly from the local trawlers.
Cuisine: Mexican
Price: Under $30 Entree & Main
Address: 126 Bulcock St Caloundra QLD 4551
The origins of Mexican cuisine stem back to the Mayan Indians prior to the Spanish conquests in 1519. Today, Mexican cuisine is an exciting blend of Aztec, Spanish and French influences. Est. in 1997, Meg’s Joint, with its inviting atmosphere, friendly service and original décor has made it a favorite with locals and tourists alike. Sizzling Fajitas are the specialty, but the Prawn Yucatan and Cuttlefish balls are also well worth consideration.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: Under $30 Entree & Main
Address: The Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
Perched right on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, The Mooloolaba Surf Club(Est 1922) boasts spectacular sea views and has a welcoming ambience. The Boathouse Restaurant is a family establishment open for lunch and dinner 7 days. There is an extensive menu featuring char grilled Nolan’s Private Selection Beef, fish delivered fresh daily, hot and cold seafood platters, gourmet pizzas, risottos, curries and pastas, plus many other favourites like the famous carvery.
Cuisine: Irish
Price: Under $30 Entree & Main
Address: Cnr 1 Venning St & The Esplanade Mooloolaba QLD
The best Craic on the Sunshine Coast (and they are not talking about someone's behind). This is what you will find at O'Malley's Irish Pub in Mooloolaba. Craic (Irish for good times), is what you will have dining on the fantastic Irish fare. From traditional belly warming Irish treats like stew, coddled sausages and Guiness pie to the finest of steaks & salads, O'Malley's caters to all tastes. So come in, charge your glass and enjoy the finest flavours of Ireland and the best service in town.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 38 Pelican Water Blvd Caloundra QLD 4551
The Pelican Waters Tavern restaurant, Pier 38, is conveniently located next to the shopping centre and overlooking the water. After a hard day of retail therapy, why not relax on the deck of the Tavern with an ice cold drink and a meal from the modern menu. The options available are sure to spoil you for choice. With a child-friendly environment and live music this is a great venue for a family get together.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: $30-$40 Entree & Main
Address: 34 Coral Street (behind the Body Centre) Maleny QLD
Pomodoras Gourmet Café on Coral is a peaceful hideaway immersed in a tranquil garden setting right in the heart of Maleny. Hosts Jodi & Chris Bond took over in 2006 & established this very popular restaurant & local favourite with its rustic & homely atmosphere. Chris uses only the freshest local produce on his constantly evolving menu & infuses eclectic aromatic flavours, sure to entice! Enjoy the daily blackboard specials, fresh Montville organic coffees & heavenly tasting homemade desserts.
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Price: $40-$55 Entree & Main
Address: Noosa Wharf, Quamby Pl Noosa Heads QLD
Previously the famed Ricky Ricardo’s, Ricky’s River Bar & Restaurant opened its doors to diners in July 2006. Pascal Tuschwell is at the helm while Marc Wohner resumes his position in the kitchen as head chef much to our delight and the delight of local restaurant goers. The restaurant has been extensively renovated; By day the subtle interior accentuates the restaurant’s river front location and the tallow wood and stone surfaces create an intimate atmosphere by night.
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