Diners' Choice: Kid-friendly restaurants in Gold Coast

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Updated May 05, 2026

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!

Izakaya Midori

4.9

4.9 (212)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Varsity Lakes

About the restaurant

Izakaya Midori is the only restaurant on the Gold Coast that offers a 100% plant based Japanese dining experience. Our mission is to create and serve an original, tasty and visually pleasing vegan-friendly dining experience for all of our guests, combined with “wabi-sabi” , a very culturally significant Japanese concept.

We welcome people from all over the world throughout the year and deliver the most unique dining experience you can imagine through the concept "プランツでおもてなし hospitality by plants".

We are rated 5 stars on Eat Safe Gold Coast. Five star rating stands for a high level of compliance with the Food Act 2006 and excellent safety management practices. Eat Safe Gold Coast is a food safety initiative for all licensed food businesses throughout the city.

Top review

Maria

Dined on Apr 18, 2026

Our incredible dinner was absolutely delicious, the service was amazing and the food came out straight away. The staff was so accommodating and friendly. The whole experience was incredible. 5 stars 🌟

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Experience

Izakaya Midori Cocktail

Dragon Cove Chinese Cuisine

4.8

4.8 (309)

$40 and under

Chinese

Hope Island

About the restaurant

Treat yourself to authentic Chinese dishes and dumplings, or try the chef’s specialty, Peking Duck, cooked fresh and carved at your table. Savour your dining indulgence whilst enjoying the water views of Sanctuary Cove marina.

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Sue

Dined on May 2, 2026

Always exceptional meal and the best staff to assist with your every need

Sicily By Fratello

4.8

4.8 (26)

$40 and under

Italian

Mudgeeraba

About the restaurant

Sicily By Fratello is a second offering to the beautiful city of Gold Coast by the local favourite, Fratello Italian. We are a casual dining establishment with the emphasis on modern Italian cuisine. Our menu has been created based on the appreciation shown towards Italian cuisine with a slight alteration of ingredients to fit our customers’ taste buds. The adjustments made to the items are a result of years of experience and dedication from the chefs that have served the cuisine.

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DaleGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great customer service and the food and drinks were exactly what I was looking for when eating Italian. Will be making this on my favorites list

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Experience

$45pp Set Menu | Made to Share

Experience

$60pp Set Menu | Made to Share

Valentinos

4.6

4.6 (113)

$41 to $100

Italian

Broadbeach

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the Gold Coast's busy, Valentinos Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria in Broadbeach is well-known for authentic Italian cuisine. With an impressively large menu, we can ensure you’ll find a dish to satisfy any palette.

We are open for dinner 7 days a week and serve until late, with a fully licensed bar providing a fine selection of beer, wine and cocktails. Our large venue gives you the option to dine outside or in on of our cosy indoor areas. We can also cater for functions or events! For more information please complete the form on the contact page

We look forward to sharing a bellissimo experience with you!

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Kate

Dined on Apr 28, 2026

I have been to Valentinos several times and wanted to take my boyfriend hoping he would love it as much as I do - and he did! BEST food and service as always. Thank you!!

Hatsuhana Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.6

4.6 (965)

$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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James

Dined on Apr 16, 2026

Stunning food, beautifully prepared and put together. Create a wonderful atmosphere in the restaurant. A must do!

Sapori Gold Coast Italian

4.6

4.6 (48)

$40 and under

Italian

Clear Island Waters

About the restaurant

Welcome to your new go-to spot for authentic Italian dining and vibrant, fresh flavours in the heart of the Gold Coast.
Offering some of the freshest and most mouth-watering Italian dishes, our cosy corner is set to become your neighbourhood favourite.

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Daniel

Dined on Apr 18, 2026

Amazing food and service Would highly recommend Will definitely be back again

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Experience

KIDS EAT FREE TUESDAY!

Experience

Buy 2 Margheritas and get a FREE Puff Garlic Bread

Robina Pavilion - The Brasserie

4.5

4.5 (810)

$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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David

Dined 1 day ago

Delicious food at affordable prices and a great restaurant with outdoor seating in really nice setting.

Frenzy's - Southport Sharks

4.2

4.2 (1297)

$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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Pania

Dined 6 days ago

We have been coming to Shark’s for shared family meals and gatherings since the price used to be $21.90😂, I haven’t left a review for a long time so here is my take… It was great, never missed a beat. Sharks buffet is consistently delivering good value and tasty options. We choose sharks every time when trying to decide where to take visiting friends and family out for dinner where we all get what we paid for and some, my family come to sharks for buffet atleast 4-5 times a year and that is to celebrate one of our family members birthdays and to take advantage of the free bday cake the kids receive, usually too full so we love that we can take it home and enjoy at another time.. Staff members are polite, courteous and very attentive to cleaning and clearing tables We will always come back, Cheers

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Experience

Ala Carte Menu

Experience

FRENZYS ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET! (Mon - Thurs)

Experience

MACKENZIES - QuizzaMe Trivia

Shoreline Restaurant - Sea World Resort

4.1

4.1 (777)

$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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Theodore

Dined on May 2, 2026

Good food great service and entertainment we enjoyed our birthday dinner

Vapiano - Soul Boardwalk

4.0

4 (209)

$40 and under

Italian

Surfers Paradise

About the restaurant

There are few cuisines more comforting than Italian food, Vapiano is always the perfect choice when you’re craving something hearty and delicious!

As always, at Vapiano, we’re continuing to bring traditional Italian recipes to life with a dash of Aussie spice and the best Australian produce (sourced from within 150 kilometres of each restaurant where possible).

With favourites like our Carbonara or Bolognese pasta, and Margherita or Barbeque Pollo pizza, you won't be disappointed! Dine with us today and experience a slice of Italy in Surfers Paradise.

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Laura

Dined on Jan 31, 2026

Nice food and drinks service was great but a little slow.

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