Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in South Sunshine Coast

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Updated May 05, 2025

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ONE BLOCK BACK

4.8

4.8 (256)

$40 and under

Café

Caloundra

About the restaurant

One Block Back is full of life, energy, great food and surprises. Created as a relaxing venue for guests to reconnect with one another in beautiful surroundings. Situated only a block back from stunning Moffat Beach.
We craft the hottest seasonally inspired menus, alongside top-notch coffee, quality service and an atmosphere you will get nowhere else on the Coast, we promise.

Top review

Kacey

Dined 4 days ago

The food and service were amazing at an absolutely gorgeous cafe!

Burpengary Tavern

4.8

4.8 (27)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Burpengary

About the restaurant

The Burpengary Tavern is one of Brisbane's oldest pubs, located in Burpengary QLD. We pride ourselves on serving fresh, bistro style meals, and pub favourites, along with a varied selection of beers and wines. We are also excited to showcase a large range of local breweries to tempt your thirst.

Come and enjoy yourself in our newly renovated beer garden, featuring live music and games for all to play. Other areas for our guests to relax in are our Gaming room, Sports bar, with TAB and Keno.

Come say Hi!

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Kyml

Dined 1 day ago

Good food at a reasonable price. Nice dining space with good service

Green Zebra

4.7

4.7 (2406)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Parrearra

About the restaurant

Situated on Kawana Island and overlooking the picturesque Double Bay, the Green Zebra Restaurant & Bar has it all from outdoor fresco dining to private dining and function rooms.

Come and enjoy delicious Modern Australian food and drinks, all made with only the freshest seasonal produce. Listen to the gentle waves lap against the shore while sipping on a cocktail and sharing tasty morsels of small plate starters.

Our name? Green Zebra is a variety of heirloom tomato. Simple as that! Quirky, fun and vibrant; a name people will affiliate with food, and not forget in a hurry.

Our philosophy is uncomplicated, fresh, healthy, moreish food that we love to eat. Our food is prepared in house daily, with passion and precision by our amazing team of chefs.

We work with only the best local suppliers and producers using seasonal ingredients where possible. This extends to our local and domestic craft beer & wine suppliers as well. You can’t hav

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Lorraine VIP

Dined 7 days ago

Overall a great experience , service was efficient and friendly , food good, cocktails good price reasonable

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Popular dish

Calamari Fritti

Popular dish

Mixed Souvlaki Platter

Popular dish

Chicken Croquettes

Secrets on the Lake

4.7

4.7 (542)

$41 to $100

Australian

North Maleny

About the restaurant

Winner of the AGFG Peoples Choice Award 2019, Dining on the Deck is a truly special place, situated in the rainforest on the shores of Lake Baroon with panoramic views of the water, mountains and rainforest.
This intimate connection with nature is enhanced by the incredible food that is prepared in house by our talented team of chefs.

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Jeanette

Dined 7 days ago

Never disappoints. The food is fabulous. The views amazing.

STOA

4.7

4.7 (151)

$40 and under

Café

Bokarina

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Bokarina, Stoa offers a sophisticated yet relaxed dining experience that blends contemporary flavours with timeless elegance. Our menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, featuring a curated selection of small plates and tapas inspired by global cuisine, complemented by fresh seafood and artisan produce. Enjoy a variety of craft beers, fine wines and signature cocktails in a stylish setting that merges industrial minimalism with natural elements like stone, timber and greenery.

Stoa is more than just a place to dine – it's a social hub where friends and family come together to relax, unwind and connect. Whether you're here for an intimate evening of tapas and live music or a leisurely weekend brunch, we strive to create an experience that lingers long after you’ve left.

Join us and discover the art of relaxed sophistication.

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CynthiaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We went there to have a cheese board as per their tapas menu on the website but was informed that they are only from 4pm, do not recall seeing that time info on the website but anyway, we had the goats cheese and the truffle fries and both were absolutely fabulous, and the passionfruit and orange mimosas were delicious and refreshing, will definitely be back.

Basil & Vine

4.6

4.6 (950)

$40 and under

Italian

Burpengary

About the restaurant

Passion for food and love of all things Italian is what inspired Basil & Vine Café.
The Fargnoli family believe food is central to our Italian way of life and large family meals are customary in our household - Meals are relaxed affairs enjoying each other’s company and the sense of community.
Traditionally Italian dishes are made with simple ingredients that can be made or procured inexpensively such as pasta, bread, cheese, olive oil and tomatoes. Italian cuisine is all about using quality ingredients well and not so much about fancy cooking techniques.

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WAYNE

Dined 5 days ago

Had a great dinner here. Food and service was great even though they were very busy.

The Pocket Espresso Bar

4.6

4.6 (399)

$40 and under

Australian

Caloundra

About the restaurant

At The Pocket Espresso Bar we’re about smiles. As it so happens, we also serve delicious food, next-level Guru coffee and crafty cocktails. Rejuvenate while enjoying stunning beach views of Moffat Beach or escape to our tropical courtyard while the kids run riot. Our menu is seasonally-evolving, and we make every effort to cater for all (no matter what crazy diet you're on). Togs, tattoos and walking sticks welcome. Get some sunshine in your pocket.

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Holly

Dined 5 days ago

We always love eating at the Pocket. Great food and lots of GF options for the Coeliac in our family.

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Experience

Neighbourhood Night at The Pocket

Experience

SMOKEY SUNDAY

Glasshouse Tavern

4.6

4.6 (354)

$40 and under

Pub

Glass House Mountains

About the restaurant

Glasshouse Tavern
Situated in the heart of the magnificent Glass House Mountains, you’ll find the Glasshouse Tavern on Reed Street, just off Steve Irwin way.
Located in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland, you’ll find the newly renovated Glasshouse Tavern, where the classic country pub meets the refreshed modern feel. This family-friendly venue has you covered with, mouth watering smoked meats, char-grilled steaks, artisan made to order pizza’s, entrees that will tantalize your taste buds and wash it all down with one of our locally sources craft beers.

Our intimate gaming room features the latest lighting and dragon links, our gaming lounge has you covered with every channel while you sit back and enjoy a complimentary coffee.

We look forward to welcoming the whole family to our newly refreshed venue.

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Andrew

Dined on May 18, 2025

Great food had calamari starter and fish and chips, all was delicious well presented .

Coffee Cat on Kings Beach

4.5

4.5 (594)

$40 and under

Café

Caloundra

About the restaurant

A Beachside Cafe open 7 days a week from 5:30am and open for dinner and specials Thursday - Sunday nights With our popular cocktail Menu, craft beer with Live Music Friday, Saturday & Sunday we are your local overlooking the popular cove of Kings Beach.

There is no road between you and the waves, so you can feel the sand under your feet and the fresh ocean breeze all while sitting underneath the beautiful pandanus trees.

Coffee Cat is available for bookings, meetings, special occasions and events
Check out our website for a full list of monthly events like our Weekly Trivia Nights!!

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Paula

Dined on May 15, 2025

Gr8 trivia night! Meal service was fast although choice of dishes not extensive. A pizza menu would be gr8 for trivia night! Staff we lovely

Caloundra Power Boat Club

4.4

4.4 (66)

$40 and under

Australian

Golden Beach

About the restaurant

Caloundra Powerboat Club is the place to meet and enjoy dining overlooking the beautiful Pumicestone Passage.
Our dining options include delicious a la carte options at The Quarterdeck Restaurant or a quiet coffee at Portside Cafe.

Please note that we do not accept same-day reservations after 11:00 AM for lunch or after 4:30 PM for dinner service.
To make a reservation, kindly call us at (07) 5492 1444.

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Denise

Dined on May 21, 2025

Great location with great views. Staff excellent, food good and affordable. Powerboat Club has everything for a good night out.

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