Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Central Sunshine Coast

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Goodslice Pizza Napoletana

4.8

4.8 (349)

$40 and under

Pizzeria

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Tucked down a laneway, housed in an industrial building, you'll find our quirky pizzeria. Our vibe is super casual and we love to see our customers sharing pizzas, beers and enjoying life. Our space is ideal for large groups, but also for families and couples.

Were all about the pizza! Pizza Napoletana is authentic pizza from Naples, and we make it according to the generations-old technique....with just a little of our own twists here and there. Our dough is made in-house and fermented for a minimum of 24hrs to create a tasty and light base - minimal yeast so no bloating here. Then its hand-stretched, topped with quality ingredients imported from Italy AND sourced locally, and cooked at a fiery 400 degrees.

We do other stuff as well - starters, sharers, salads, homemade desserts, and gelato. Plus cocktails, imported and locally brewed beers, and some carefully selected wines from independent wineries.

Top review

Anne

Dined 1 day ago

Nice pizzas, bit disappointed with our inside table as I booked a week ago. Very noisy but the pizzas were good.

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Popular dish

Napoletana

Experience

Pizza + Peroni $20. Aperol Spritz $12

Toro Bar & Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (28)

$40 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Welcome to Toro Bar & Kitchen, where we bring the Sunshine Coast a fresh and exciting approach to dining and drinking.
Our vision is rooted in the vibrant and inviting spirit of Spanish hospitality, with a special emphasis on the joy of sharing meals with loved ones. At Toro, we believe that the best dining experiences are those that bring people together.
Our menu features a diverse array of dishes inspired by Spanish cuisine, crafted with passion and creativity. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal with friends or celebrating a special occasion, our goal is to make every moment memorable.

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LiezelVIP

Dined 7 days ago

First time here and LOVED it. We din’t have to drive to Noosa now for the same stunning food and dining experience 🤩. Food very tasty, staff very friendly and atmosphere very relaxing. Service is fast and this restaurant will be seeing us on a regular basis - well done in creating a unique dining experience

Sakana Mooloolaba

4.6

4.6 (325)

$40 and under

Japanese

Mooloolaba

About the restaurant

Sakana is consistently rated as Mooloolaba's No.1 Sushi Restaurant. Unassuming and tucked discreetly into the side of its sister restaurant Fish on Parkyn, Sakana is a local sushi institution for a reason. Super fresh and straight from the dock just behind us, we artfully prepare the most pristine ingredients for your enjoyment. We offer you an authentic Japanese Cuisine experience, at affordable prices in a relaxed and casual setting.

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Lynne

Dined on Mar 31, 2025

The sushi was fresh and delicious. The service was warm and friendly. We will definitely be back next time we are in mooloolaba.

Brightwater Hotel

4.5

4.5 (2081)

$40 and under

Australian

Mountain Creek

About the restaurant

Brightwater Hotel is the best pub on the Sunshine Coast! With its stunning lakeside location and beautiful waterfront views, the venue provides a wide range of entertainment and leisure facilities for the whole family.

Offering guests a warm Sunshine Coast dining experience, Brightwater Hotel provides a wide range of fresh seafood dishes, MSA-grade steaks, and classic pub meals like pizza, pasta, and schnitzel. An indulgent variety of desserts are also on offer to indulge in or share. Ingredients are sourced from local food providers in surrounding areas like Mooloolaba and the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

We have 5 function spaces including Pontoon and Pontoon Deck, The Lounge Deck, Pavilion Deck and our flagship venue, The Lakehouse Sunshine Coast which offers seating for up to 150 guests or space for a roving cocktail style event for up to 250 guests.

Come in and meet our team or make your enquiry for your next function!

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Jillian

Dined 1 day ago

Overall great, staff were amazing and very helpful

Ricks Garage

4.5

4.5 (369)

$40 and under

American

Palmwoods

About the restaurant

Please note we only take bookings for group of 8 or more, if your group size is less than this, no booking are taken, as we will accommodate for you when you arrive!

Anyone who loves Qld’s Sunshine Coast will love Ricks Garage, Palmwoods licensed Restaurant and Bar. It’s the one destination that you have to check off your “to do list” when you visit the amazing Sunshine Coast. Ricks Garage is a household name – rockabilly music, hot rods and pin-up dress. Add in quality local food, a vibrant atmosphere, and family entertainment. It’s clear to see why Ricks is a Sunshine Coast institution.

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Yvonne

Dined 4 days ago

Great food and service. Atmosphere was awesome. Enjoyed the whole experience

Juan Fifty

4.5

4.5 (390)

$40 and under

Mexican

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Discover Juan Fifty, the Sunshine Coast's best Mexican restaurant, in Alexandra Headland just a stone's throw from the beach. Open daily from 12pm till late, Juan offers an irresistible modern Mexican dishes using authentic techniques in a vibrant, laid-back setting.

Dive into our weekly specials: $20 nachos every Monday, a lunch special choosing any 3 tacos and a drink Monday to Friday, and $15 burrito bowls on Thursdays.

Our extensive cocktail list ensures you'll find the perfect drink to complement your meal. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—Juan Fifty is where great Mexican cuisine meets a fantastic beachside vibe!

Top review

Shene

Dined 5 days ago

Great food, good price and nice atmosphere. Overall was a great experience

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Experience

Lunch Special

Kondalilla Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (434)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Montville

About the restaurant

As part of Kondalilla Eco Resort, we share the same values of Relax, Revive, Recharge within our restaurant space, whilst also providing modern and wholesome dishes.

Our Chefs are committed to creating a sustainable, eco friendly, inclusive space; utilising home grown and locally sourced fruit, vegetables, ethically sourced Australian seafood and premium quality meats to create well balanced, flavoursome, seasonal menus rich in nutrition and style.

Enjoy a leisurely lunch on our spacious deck amongst the trees, an intimate dinner under the stars or bring the family for a relaxing Sunday afternoon and enjoy live tunes, whilst the kids play in our enclosed playground. Offering a variety of indoor dining spaces, from our bar area with a cosy fireplace for the cooler months, a private dining room suited for groups of up to 10 people and our main dining space with a view of the deck.

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Judy

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

Haven’t been to this Restaurant for many years. What a pleasure to go today. The wait staff were the most efficient, pleasant people we have had the pleasure of serving us. The food was amazing. We have no complaints. Will be back again. Thank you.

Bli Bli Hotel

4.5

4.5 (1038)

$40 and under

Bistro

Bli Bli

About the restaurant

Settle in with a cold beverage in hand while you discover our spaces across two levels - the welcoming light filled bistro, bespoke rooftop bar, private function room, kids zone, sports bar and street level gaming lounge. A drive-thru bottle shop is also on offer. Come to the pristine, highly anticipated Bli Bli Hotel, with outstanding food and service that you have come to know from the other Maeva Hospitality venues across the coast.

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Gail

Dined 2 days ago

service was great food good the noise level was a little high but overall was a great first time

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4.4

4.4 (1420)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Alexandra Headland

About the restaurant

The Alex Surf Club is arguably the best seat on the beach with great food and friendly service all in one incredible location. Grab a seat at one of our great dining locations in the Bistro, Kiosk or Bluff Bar and your taste buds will be rewarded!

Our menus feature great family value meals cooked with some of the best locally grown and made produce on the Sunshine Coast.

Please note bookings 1-7 persons have 1.5 hours on table and 8+ persons have 2 hours.

We look forward to seeing you!

Top review

Matilda

Dined today

We had the most wonderful afternoon! We are a bunch of oldies from a Retirement Resort in Maleny. We go to lunch every six weeks. This was one of the nicest lunches - if not the nicest! The staff were absolutely fantastic. I did ask for extra Soy Sauce which never came. But that is not serious. There were too many good things. For a very busy restaurant you did pretty good! Thank you! Five stars for you!

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Steak

Palmwoods Hotel

4.2

4.2 (719)

$40 and under

Pub

Palmwoods

About the restaurant

Nestled in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, built in 1912, The Palmwoods Hotel is a family-owned pub with a stellar reputation for its quality entertainment, laidback atmosphere and great food, including legendary steaks, irresistible seafood, and the best chicken parmigiana on the Sunshine Coast. Our ironic century old pub has all the character and values of yester year with the comfort of today. We pride ourselves on our good old fashion hospitality and delicious food. We are committed to bringing our visitors amazing local produce that is meticulously prepared by our talented team of chefs to deliver the most mouth-watering food you’ll experience in a coast pub. We’ve created our menus so there’s something for everyone with plenty of vegetarian, gluten-free and even vegan options available on-top of our world class steaks and seafood. Everything from sauces to sweets are made from scratch.

Top review

Greg

Dined 4 days ago

There was a crowd and I expected a reasonable wait time for our pizza's however the promptly arrived cooked to perfection and they tasted great. I certainly recommend the Palmwoods Hotel. Cheers to all.

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