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WEST END: Trang $
Chinese/Vietnamese
2/59 Hardgrave Rd, QLD 4101
Tel (07) 3255 1610
Fast, friendly service makes this
a good place before a show in
the nearby theatre precinct. It is
famed for its large, tasty portions.
WEST END: Mondo Organics $$$
Modern Australian
166 Hardgrave Rd, QLD 4101
Tel (07) 3844 1132 Closed Mon &
Tue; Wed & Thu lunch; Sun dinner
This inspiring modern eatery only
uses the finest natural, organic
ingredients. A firm favourite with
Brisbane’s health conscious and
environmentally aware. Vanitas restaurant overlooking the lagoon pool at Palazzo Versace hotel (see p487), Gold Coast
WOOLLOONGABBA: Pawpaw $$ GLADSTONE: Rocksalt Bar & GOLD COAST: Seaduction $$$
Malaysian/Thai Restaurant $$ Seafood
898 Stanley St East (cnr Potts St), Modern Australian Level 2, 8 The Esplanade, Surfers
QLD 4169 24–26 Roseberry St, QLD 4680 Paradise, QLD 4217
Tel (07) 3891 5100 Closed Mon & Tel (07) 4972 9884 Tel (07) 5635 5728 Closed Mon; Sun
Tue dinner At this warm, friendly place, tasty dinner
Unpretentious restaurant. Sample sharing plates and local seafood A contemporary, sophisticated
delicately flavoured soups, curries are popular choices. There is a space with ocean views from
and seafood dishes garnished good range of desserts, too. every table. Excellent food on an
with fresh vegetables and spicy menu that brings a fusion of sea
sauces. Cooking lessons available. GOLD COAST: and earth tastes to the table.
Burleigh Bluff Café $
Café GOLD COAST: Vanitas $$$
The Old Burleigh Theatre Arcade, Modern Australian
South of Townsville 66 Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads, 94 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach,
QLD 4220 QLD 4217
AIRLIE BEACH: Mr Bones $ Tel (07) 5576 6333 Tel (07) 5509 8000 Closed Sun & Mon
Pizzeria Lively at breakfast time, sunny Elegant and tasteful hotel-
263 Shute Harbour Rd, QLD 4802 for lunch and beautiful at restaurant with original art and
Tel (04) 1301 7331 Closed Sun & Mon sundown, this café is a favourite fine-quality furnishings. The food
Breezy café-restaurant famous for for its reasonably priced food and wine list are equally superb.
its pizzas. It also serves breakfast, and friendly service. Close to
light bites and daily specials. the beach. MOUNT MEE: Birches $$
Modern Australian
BUNDABERG: Indulge $ GOLD COAST: Elk Espresso $ 1350 Mount Mee Rd, QLD 4521
Café/Modern Australian Café Tel (07) 5498 2244 Closed Mon & Tue
80 Bourbong St, QLD 4670 16 Chelsea Ave, Broadbeach, QLD 4218 Birches offers a range of fare,
Tel (07) 4154 2344 Closed Sun Tel (07) 5592 2888 Closed dinner including gluten-free and
Burgers, salads and sandwiches Simple, well-priced café fare at vegetarian options. Welcoming
on sourdough or Turkish bread, breakfast and lunch. Burgers, country atmosphere.
plus luscious breakfasts. The focus salads and good coffee served in
is on local, seasonal produce. a rustic, relaxed, no-fuss space. NOOSA: Organika $
Café
GOLD COAST: Stingray $$ Shop 2, 3 Gibson Rd, Noosaville,
American QLD 4566
7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise, Tel (07) 5442 4973 Closed dinner
QLD 4217 Purveyor of all things fresh and
Tel (07) 5584 1200 fragrant, this organic produce
Lively, sophisticated and fun, store has a deck for guests to
with super-cool retro decor, bite into something savoury
Stingray is the perfect place for and sip a first-class coffee.
sharing cocktails or cold beers
and mini-bites. NOOSA: Thomas Corner
Eatery $$
GOLD COAST: Bazaar $$$ Modern Australian
International 1/201 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville,
7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4566
QLD 4217 Tel (07) 5470 2224 Closed Sun dinner
Tel (07) 5584 1200 This superb casual eatery has a
Buffet dining with a global twist: chic urban-beach vibe. It is owned
for a set price, guests can sample by David Rayner, one of the chefs
Freshly made gourmet burgers – an ever- a dizzying array of dishes inspired to seal Noosa’s reputation as a
popular choice in many restaurants by global culinary specialities. food lovers’ paradise.
Key to Price Guide see page 504