Diners' Choice: Gluten-free-friendly restaurants in Central Sunshine Coast

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Updated October 05, 2026

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Sopra Cucina & Bar

4.9

4.9 (635)

$41 to $100

Italian

Bli Bli

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sopra Cucina & Bar, your gateway to a taste of Italy! Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Italian fun dining experience, where every bite is a celebration of tradition and innovation. From freshly crafted pasta to mouthwatering pizzas straight from our oven, our menu boasts a tantalizing array of modern Italian dishes. Join us for a culinary journey where freshness meets fun, and every meal is a delicious adventure.

Top review

Jessicca

Dined 7 days ago

Absolutely loved our experience here. The service & the food was among the best Ive had on the Coast. Could not fault. From someone who rarely revisits due to abundance of choice. I have already rebooked!

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Breeze of Italy Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (31)

$41 to $100

Italian

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Breeze of Italy is a family-owned Italian wine bar created with love and a true sense of togetherness.
We’ve created a warm, intimate space where friends gather, stories are shared, and everyone feels welcome.
Each week, we offer a fresh selection of wines by the glass, paired with our signature warm bread with parmesan butter, authentic Italian cheeses, and charcuterie sliced to order. From Mediterranean olives and
anchovies with romesco sauce to baked tomino, lasagna, and eggplant parmigiana — everything is served with genuine Italian hospitality.

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Belinda

Dined on Oct 23, 2026

Love going to Breeze of Italy, this was the third time & it was just as fantastic as the first two visits! The staff, food and atmosphere are all fabulous

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Experience

Aperitivo Hour | 60mins

Experience

Full Menu | 120min

Goodslice Pizza Napoletana

4.8

4.8 (438)

$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.

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Gwen

Dined 1 day ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I absolutely love Good Slice! ❤️ Every time I go there, I feel like I’ve been transported straight back to Italy. There’s just something about the atmosphere, the beautiful food and the whole vibe that makes me feel like I’m back there again. 🇮🇹 The food is absolutely divine, and honestly, I think they have the best pizzas on the Sunshine Coast! 🍕 You can really taste the love and passion that goes into the food. Good Slice is one of those special places that makes me happy every time I visit. It’s not just about the food, it’s the whole experience. A little piece of Italy that I absolutely adore! ❤️ Bellissimo

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Popular dish

MARGHERITA

Experience

Pizza + Peroni $20. Aperol Spritz $12

Kondalilla Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (557)

$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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Angie

Dined 5 days ago

We had such a wonderful experience! Our servers, Anastasha and Steffanie, were absolutely amazing. They were incredibly friendly, helpful, and professional, and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. Their warm personalities and genuine hospitality made the entire experience even more enjoyable. We truly enjoyed their company and couldn’t have asked for better service. We hope to see them again on our next visit! Highly recommend!

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Experience

Live Music on the Deck

Market Bistro

4.7

4.7 (2480)

$41 to $100

Bistro

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Market Bistro will open from 11.30am 7 days a week, offering a classic “bistro style” menu featuring house made pasta, and a great selection of dry aged meats and a bunch of export quality local seafood.

Our wine list will be interesting, constantly evolving and feature predominantly Australian and New Zealand producers.

A unique feature of the Bistro is the fact you can walk into & purchase wine from the Wine Store for retail prices then drink it in the Bistro (for a small corkage fee.)

Market Bistro will be a stylish, casual restaurant that is not stuffy or pretentious... It is professional, casual & truly local.

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Bruce

Dined 1 day ago

We have an absolute exquisite experience. The food and service were exceptional and we would totally recommend Market Bistro.

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Experience

Standard Reservation

Experience

Chefs Selection 2 course $95 pp

Experience

Chefs selection 3 course $110

Juan Fifty

4.4

4.4 (499)

$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!

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Ebony

Dined on Oct 17, 2026

We absolutely loved our first experience and will definitely return.

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Experience

$20 Burrito Bowls - Every Thursday

Experience

$22 Nachos All Day - Every Monday

Experience

$26 - Lunch Special

Palmwoods Hotel

4.4

4.4 (812)

$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.

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Carolyn

Dined 7 days ago

Regulars here and never disappointed- so chose to come here to celebrate a milestone 18th - staff are the biggest asset and the food is always excellent.

Tziki Bar

4.4

4.4 (581)

$40 and under

Greek

Forest Glen

About the restaurant

Tziki Bar, located in Forest Glen on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, is a Greek-inspired brewpub offering a modern retro, semi-industrial vibe. It features several dining areas, including Medusa’s Beer Garden, Poseidon’s Paragon, and Tziki Lounge, making it ideal for casual dining or larger gatherings. The menu focuses on Mediterranean flavors, with craft beers, cocktails, and weekly specials. Whether you’re after a relaxing afternoon in the beer garden or an intimate dinner in the private mezzanine, Tziki Bar provides a versatile space with a cultured and lively atmosphere.

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Roger

Dined 2 days ago

Great lunch for Melbourne Cup. Good choice of menu, friendly and efficient service and very good value. Also appreciated the sweeps and prize for "best dressed". Only disappointment was that there were not more diners. Tziki Bar certainly did everything to make it a great occasion and we felt sorry that more people had not chosen to attend. Well done - not our first time here and we'll certainly return.

Lyra

4.3

4.3 (27)

$40 and under

Greek

Maroochydore

About the restaurant

Sumptuous Modern Greek Dining.
Lyra (λύρα in Greek) draws inspiration from both traditional and contemporary Greek cuisine, history, and dining culture, and boasts a menu bristling with divine dishes and culinary craftmanship, propped up by a careful selection of local and seasonal produce and ingredients.

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Thomas

Dined on Oct 3, 2026

The food and service was outstanding. Highly recommend the Halloumi sticks :)

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Experience

Banquet Dining

il Vento

4.2

4.2 (48)

$40 and under

Italian

Mooloolaba

About the restaurant

Authentic Italian cuisine to Mooloolaba in an elegant modern seaside setting. As the only restaurant in Mooloolaba featuring a traditional wood-fired oven, we craft exceptional wood-fired pizzas and fresh handmade pasta using time-honored techniques.

Our culinary philosophy centers on authenticity and quality. We import premium ingredients directly from the renowned regions of Parma and Naples, while incorporating the finest local Australian produce. Each pasta dish is handcrafted using traditional recipes passed down through generations.

Situated on The Wharf with panoramic views of Mooloolaba Marina, Il Vento offers a versatile dining experience suitable for intimate dinners for two or celebratory family-style banquets.

Executive Chef Ibrahim Haddad brings over 15 years of expertise in authentic Italian cuisine. His mastery extends beyond exceptional pasta-making to encompass traditional cooking techniques refined at Il Verde, Il Vento's acclaimed sister restaurant in Brisbane

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Stephen

Dined on Oct 16, 2026

Always good food - fixed lunchtime meals great value

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Experience

Lunch Special

Experience

Feast 1 - sharing style banquet $69 per person

Experience

Feast 2 - sharing style banquet $89 per person

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