Best Nightlife in Gold Coast

"With everyone doing the right thing and staying inside, you now don’t have to miss out on any delicious food because you can get it delivered straight to your door!. Here are 10 fabulous restaurants and cafes around the Gold Coast you can order from the comfort of your couch now:"

"The Star, a luxury 596-room hotel that has been part of the Gold Coast scene for decades, has had a 75 million Australian Dollar facelift as part of a major redevelopment of Queensland's first casino complex, adding extra sparkle to an already glamorous property."

"Held every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 5pm until late, the Miami Market offers a laneway dining experience with 25 food vendors of all nationalities. From decadent cannoli and the thickest, plumpest lamingtons I have ever seen with my own two eyes to tender brisket, Mexican and Japanese fare, tasty yiros and so much more!. There’s also a great rotation of events including Drag Queen Bingo, live music and the ever-popular rummage sale."

"Shared tables, funky bars and talented local artists make Miami Marketta the place to be on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday nights. This live music venue, creative hub and outdoor dining venue has plenty of tasty street food and seating for 450 people. Disclosure: The writer loves the Gold Coast’s markets and spends way too much money each time she visits one."

"This open-air street food market is only eight-minutes from Broadbeach, offering the most mouthwatering eats around. Take your family down on any Wednesday, Friday or Saturday of the month to experience this cultural dining hub with a difference. While you devour food from around the world, try locally brewed beer for parents and listen to the local talent."

"The Island Gold Coast is a boutique hotel that’s set just one road back from Surfers Paradise Beach. This modern, recently revamped offering is found in what was once a ‘70s hotel block. Don’t worry though, the interior has a chic design, inspired by traditional Queensland timbers, while the exteriors are alive with greenery."

"Nostalgic surfer chic meets Miami catwalk cool” at QT Gold Coast, as the hotel rightfully boasts. With dazzling views of the Gold Coast, its 297 rooms embody the glamour expected of Surfers Paradise, the party playground of Australia. Elsewhere, guests can make full use of the hammam, three different restaurants (including the California-cool Stingray Lounge and the marketplace-buffet of Bazaar), alongside the full-service SpaQ, and an outdoor swimming pool."

"QT Gold Coast is designed to inspire chic summer vibes in the glitter strip of Gold Coast: Surfers Paradise. This trendy hotel is themed with a 50/60s’ beach vibe echoing the lively and eclectic feel of the grounds in which it stands. The fun design spreads across the rooms, where tropical and colourful elements compose a relaxing, welcoming and laid back atmosphere."

"Acapulco chairs, retro bikes and preppy-styled staff are a deliberate take on the mid-century-design glory days of Surfers. The clever transformation of what was yet another bland '80s tower really does work,..."

"The Star Gold Coast is excited to launch its new Japanese dining experience - Kiyomi. The restaurant and bar serves a modern, yet distinctly Japanese menu created by internationally recognised Executive Head Chef Chase Kojima. Kiyomi celebrates the experience of shared dining with an exciting food and beverage menu including a wide variety of Japanese tap and bottled beers, sake, shochu cocktails and Japanese whiskies."

"Kiyomi, The Star Gold Coast, Queensland © The Star Gold Coast. Where: Lobby Level The Star Gold Coast, 1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach. With executive chef Chase Kojima at the helm, it’s no wonder Kiyomi attracts a lot of buzz."

"Located between Orchid Avenue and Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Black Coffee Lyrics started out as a coffee shop with a fair share of organic food options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. From there they’ve diversified and expanded into an all-encompassing dining experience, with beer, cocktails and a decent wine list. Their exposed window shutters, wooden ledges dressed in flower pots, and white curly wrought-iron table setting (think grandma’s patio) create a funky vintage chic vibe."

"Just like your favourite pub or tavern, but Sanctuary Cove style!. Serving elevated meals using fresh, local ingredients, Cove Tavern is a casual and family friendly venue with exceptional service. Be sure to visit and view their weekly specials, learn about their seasonal events or have a browse at the bottle shop."

"The moment you step into this jaw-dropping venue, you know you’re in for something special!. Throwing a modern flare on traditional Japanese, Maggie Choosets the scene with pink glowing cherry blossoms hanging from the ceiling, while your taste buds take a journey of their own through an authentic Japanese menu. For all of you northerners, Surfers Paradise, Southport & Chevron have their own collection of epic venues for you to discover including Bazaar at the QT, Jafa Pizza & Wine and Mr P.P’s Deli & Rooftop Bar in Southport."

"Located in Broadbeach, Maggie Choo combines bold, Asian fusion flavours with bright neon lights and the result is amazing!. You’ll definitely need to book in order to secure a table at this beloved spot. The interior is super cool with stunning artworks, neon light creations and a gorgeous cherry blossom tree right in the centre."

"You will be able to tell that this is one of the new bars in the area, but its five-star status is not one to contend. On entering, you will almost mistake this bar for some other establishment, given the taste and culture that has gone into its setup. Red velvet accents are married to the choice chandeliers and antiquities to throw you off your balance."

"Gold Coasters looking for a taste of plant-based Japanese cuisine head to Izakaya Midori on Woodland Drive at Reedy Creek. Say arigatou to vegan versions of everything from ramen to katsu, karaage and... "Readers' Choice 2020 - Italian"

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"This restaurant is exactly what you’d imagine it to be, a venue entirely dedicated to hot and saucy ramen!. There are obviously other awesome dishes to choose from if ramen isn’t your scene, along with a thorough list of smooth sipping whiskeys to accompany the food. A couple of other notable places to check out while you’re up that end of the coast include Lupo & Lucky Baoin Mermaid."

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"Chefs at Govindas cook Indian-style vegan and vegetarian food, which makes this restaurant perfect for people who don’t consume meat at all, as well as for those who would like to try something different. Govindas diners can tuck into a convenient all-you-can-eat veggie buffet with hot and cold selections including a diverse choice of salads, curries and drinks for lunch or dinner. Each day, Govindas vegetarian menu includes new options so that visitors to the area of Surfers Paradise Boulevard can discover new flavours."

"Govindas Surfers Paradise is an iconic restaurant that offers folks on the Gold Coast a wide variety of vegetarian dishes served all-you-can-eat buffet style. Families seeking meat-free meals will be overwhelmed with choice including treats like mango lassi, basmati rice, potato bake, samosas and lasagna. You can choose either dining in or take away."