Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Gold Coast

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Updated July 05, 2025

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

Mad Over Italian

4.8

4.8 (102)

$40 and under

Italian

Helensvale

About the restaurant

Serving from 20th July 11am onwards. A fresh casual dining experience with traditional Italian delectables.

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Harvey

Dined 3 days ago

Best Italian on the GC, don’t be fooled by the shopping centre approach, you have to try it.

Roji Cat Beer Bar

4.8

4.8 (32)

$40 and under

Brewery

Miami

About the restaurant

Roji Cat Beer Bar and Brewery brings the vibrant essence of Japan’s neon-lit streets home to Miami, Gold Coast. We bring the energy of Tokyo's hidden alleyways with a sleek, narrow layout, featuring neon lighting, electric dart boards, eclectic artworks, and a private karaoke room.

At Roji Cat we offer 12 house-made beers on tap, including a standout Japanese rice lager, along with a rotating lineup of seasonal brews. The drinks menu also includes signature Japanese-inspired cocktails and an extensive sake selection. On the culinary side, the menu offers elevated Japanese street food, with highlights like karaage with house made sauces, and fresh tempura Moreton Bay bug burgers. Roji Cat is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique, Tokyo-inspired night out.

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Dianne

Dined on May 24, 2025

We had a great afternoon with the family - 1 hour of karaoke was great room clean and very comfortable! Cocktails delish thank you team. It’s our 5th visit and just love the feel of the place

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Hatsuhana Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.7

4.7 (909)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Main Beach

About the restaurant

Delight in an amazing dining experience at multi-award winning Japanese Restaurant, Hatsuhana. Sensory indulgence unlocked, as you explore delicious authentic Japanese cuisine and discover the thrills of live cooking as our skilled Chefs prepare fresh seafood and flavoursome meats served straight from the Teppanyaki grill. Or tantalise your taste buds on the finest sushi, sashimi and Japanese desserts when you dine à la carte.

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Gemma

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing experience! Made extra special for our kids birthdays!

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Popular dish

Teriyaki Chicken

Sarabah Estate Vineyard

4.7

4.7 (126)

$41 to $100

Pizza Bar

Beechmont

About the restaurant

Our winery is only 40 minutes from the Gold Coast and 1 hour from Brisbane, making a great road trip excuse for share style feasting boards, wood fired pizza, wine or coffee in The Olive Grove, Chalet or the Deck. Wine tastings are available with prior booking, the wood-fired pizza oven is baking fresh pizzas or bread and the cellar door. Grab a glass of red and wander the vines. Try the "Best Sparkling in the Region".
We pride ourselves on our friendly customer service experience and welcome all to enjoy a fun-filled, day trip escape. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10-5 pm. Kitchen closes 4pm.

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Lucinda

Dined 1 day ago

amazing! Will 100% be back. The food, wine and service + the vibe of the location with music and being between the grapes 🙏

The Deli by Pepé Italia

4.6

4.6 (478)

$41 to $100

Italian

Palm Beach

About the restaurant

Pepe italia Deli is in the beautiful palm beach. Come in and dine with us or buy something from our authentic Italian Deli. What’s on offer you may ask? Classic traditional Italian dishes just like Nonna makes, we use her recipes! From classic antipasti to classic pizza and pasta. Here at Pepé italia Deli everything is homemade fresh everyday! You will feel like you have stepped into a little place in Italy with a spectacular mural on the wall of a little town in the south of Italy called Tropea in Calabria! And you might even be able to spot a beautiful picture of Sofia Loren somewhere inside as well... We cannot wait for you to come on in and dine with us, so what are you waiting for!? Come say ciao!! Make sure to make your booking with us today!

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Tamara

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Amazing service! Went there with our little family on cheese wheel Wednesday and great experience being able to see it in person! My kids loved the pasta and make sure you get the Nutella nocchi!

Robina Pavilion - The Brasserie

4.3

4.3 (748)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Robina

About the restaurant

There's something for everyone at The Brasserie. Light filled, welcoming and with greenery accents, diners can expect a range of delicious options from a brand new menu that includes traditional classics such as the Chicken Parmigiana, a wide variety of mouth-watering steaks and many other delightful dishes guaranteed to satisfy any craving. Sweet tooths will rejoice with a selection of decadent desserts and barista made coffee. For those seeking something a little spicer, the 360 degree bar serves a range of beer, wine, spirits, and eye-pleasing cocktails. Overlooking the sun-kissed Sunny's deck, and close to the Marco Polo Adventure Zone, The Brasserie invites diners to relax and explore the menu in a casual, family-friendly environment.

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DEBBIE

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

The meals were great and even though they were nearly fully booked the meals came out in a reasonable time.

Cafe Catalina - Gold Coast

4.2

4.2 (568)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Southport

About the restaurant

Located on the water’s edge in Southport’s Broadwater Parklands, and nestled against the Aquatic Centre, lies Café Catalina Restaurant and Bar.

Offering indoor/outdoor casual dining with a fresh modern Australian menu, the kitchen serves breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, and dinner Wednesday to Saturday.

With legendary waterfront Sunset Sessions Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Catalina is the perfect place to wind down after a busy week in an idyllic Gold Coast setting.

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Ben

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent service and food. Seafood amazing and friendly staff

Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

4.1

4.1 (1202)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Southport

About the restaurant

Lunch:
Southport Sharks are proud to offer Value Lunches to all our Members & Guests, meaning you can enjoy your favourites for LESS! Meals start from as little as $15, making it more affordable than ever to get a good quality meal.

Dinner:
The complete all-you-can-eat buffet at Frenzy’s has now returned to being on offer 7 nights a week! From Monday to Thursday enjoy our full range of incredible dishes, then from Friday to Sunday enjoy even more with the addition of prawns, mussels & other delicious seafood dishes.

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Tanya

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful place for all ages and abilities, highly recommended.

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Experience

Ala Carte Menu

Experience

FRENZYS ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET!

Experience

Weekday Buffet Breakfast

Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.1

4.1 (674)

$101 and over

Seafood

Main Beach

About the restaurant

Enhanced by its coastal décor and relaxing ambience, Shoreline serves as the ideal restaurant for every occasion.
Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner featuring dishes from land and sea, including Queensland prawns, a variety of international dishes and our delicious Chef carved meats. To finish, treat yourself to the array of delectable desserts with all the trimmings. You'll find us on the lobby level of Sea World Resort, we hope to see you and your family there for your next night out.

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Maria

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Overall we are happy to have dinner here. Never tried the lunch but breakfast is so so. We came for the Christmas in July celebration.it was great food and celebration for our little one. The environment is family friendly. The food for the celebration was nice. For price $99 all you can eat food including seafood buffet is reasonable price. Range of dessert and fruits are nice. Friendly staff.

Dining Room – O’Reilly’s Rainforest Retreat

4.0

4 (35)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Canungra

About the restaurant

The Dining room is the heart and soul when dining at O’Reilly’s, offering delicious food and a good selection of wines, including our very own O’Reilly’s wines.

Recount your day’s adventures with fellow guests and plan the days ahead over a hearty meal. Share your dining experience with the wildlife of Lamington National Park, where at breakfast, you will find masses of colour in the bay windows as the Regent and Satin Bowerbirds come in for a bath. You may spot a Brushtail Possum or a Sugar Glider at night!

The Dining Room is open for breakfast and dinner daily.

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Cathy

Dined 4 days ago

The buffet experience was good. It would be even better if there was also a second restaurant, a la carte to cater for the growing numbers of guests and provide a choice of dining options.

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