The Gold Coast’s Hottest New Restaurants, Cafes & Bars To Book A Table At

Winter might be cooling things down, but the Gold Coast foodie scene is just heating up. If you’ve been struggling to keep up with all the sizzling new openings, consider this your cosy, curated cheat sheet. From steamy Japanese fare and modern Italian to seafood hotspots and snug little coffee nooks, there’s a fresh wave of flavour sweeping the coast — perfect for grazing your way through the chillier months. Loosen that scarf, charge your phone (yes, it’s eating first), and let’s dig in.

Meet YORU – the dreamy Korean-Japanese izakaya lighting up Nobby’s golden strip. Years in the making (and a family, two career changes, and a detour later), this flavour-packed spot is the long-awaited passion project of a hospitality duo turned husband and wife. Think $70 omakase feasts, vibey cocktails like the Violet Geisha, and a killer drinks list with Cass and Suntory on tap. A delicious new chapter for the Gold Coast dining scene.

Haven isn’t just a name — it’s a whole mood. Sitting pretty atop the new Mondrian Gold Coast, this Burleigh beauty blends beach club buzz with refined coastal dining. From wood-fired seafood and raw bar bites to tequila-soaked sunsets and DJ-led evenings, it’s your new go-to from lunch ‘til late. Ocean views? Tick. Private cabanas? Absolutely. That “am I in Europe?” feeling? Strong. A local escape worth dressing up f

Broadbeach just got its cheekiest new wake-up call. Meet kōst Corner — the boujee little breakfast pop-up from the crew behind kōst Bar & Grill. From Friday to Sunday, 7am to 11am, it’s all gourmet toasties, flaky pastries, and Willy’s Beans coffee served with serious style. Think truffle mushrooms, jalapeño chicken melts, smoked salmon bagels, and crullers to ruin you (in a good way). Toasted, caffeinated, and totally worth calling in late for.