Best Casual Restaurants in Nerang

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1. Double Barrel Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(393)

Price: Moderate

• Australian • Benowa

Booked 4 times today

We are a beautiful waterfront Restaurant & Bar located at The Marina Concourse in Benowa, Gold Coast.We offer a full breakfast & lunch menu 7 days.Our menu is designed around fresh seasonal produce that we try our best to source from local suppliers in our region.Our Ethos is simple, Great food, Great wine & excellent service in a relaxed stylish casual dining space overlooking the Marina.We look forward to welcoming you soon!

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2. Aviary Rooftop Bar - Gold Coast

4.6

Exceptional(183)

Price: Moderate

• Pizza Bar • Southport

Booked 3 times today

Aviary Rooftop Bar is an over 18's experience!Picture you and your friends sipping on decadent cocktails, enjoying handmade, Italian pizzas and sharing tapas-style dishes at a rooftop bar with sweeping views of the iconic Surfers Paradise skyline in one direction and the Gold Coast Hinterland the other.Revel in the Rooftop Experience open Wednesday through to Sunday! The bar is an enclosed rooftop space with large windows offering an open-air experience. For those seeking a truly open-air experience, we have The Nest, a green space on the rooftop, where you can soak up the sun and stars.

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3. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(485)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southport

Booked 5 times today

A multi level pizzeria, wine bar and rooftop space. We specialise in gourmet pizza, deli meats & cheese plus delicious cocktail jugs and drinks in the sunshine.

4. Mr Kojima

4.9

Exceptional(31)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Surfers Paradise

Booked 6 times today

Contemporary Japanese Izakaya & Saké bar!Izakaya (居酒屋), made up of three Kanji symbols translates as stay, drink, place. It represents an informal bar where friends & family meet, a comfortable setting where you can really settle in and enjoy food & drinks in a casual style. Izakaya style, unlike a traditional restaurant is fun, vibrant & relaxed, dishes come to your table as they are ready, they are meant to be shared.Using traditional Japanese methods & the freshest seasonal ingredients we serve small dishes, pairing perfectly with our speciality drinks, especially Saké & our imported Japanese craft beer selection. Come join us, kick back and relax, our bartenders will prepare our signature cocktails for you and talk you through our extensive Saké list, whilst our talented chef’s prepare your dishes with passion using both locally sourced produce & speciality ingredients imported from Japan.We are on the main street of Chevron Island, a short distance from Surfers Paradise.

5. HOTA Cafe

4.2

Awesome(93)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Surfers Paradise

The perfect venue to have a meal, coffee or glass of wine before a film or performance.Whether you’re meeting friends for a long lazy lunch, enjoying an early coffee and cake after a walk through the HOTA Gallery or relaxing over sunset drinks, HOTA Café is the perfect place to unwind and connect with old friends and new.

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6. Cabana Bar and Lounge

3.8

Excellent(23)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Southport

Well-known for its social, laid-back atmosphere, Cabana Bar & Lounge is the perfect venue for any celebration, social occasion or simply a fun night out!Enjoy sipping on divine cocktails whilst enjoying delectable tapas, whilst overlooking the lush grounds at Southport Sharks from your very own cabana.Featuring an impressive cocktail bar with stunning design features, including five contemporary cabana lounge booths and an eclectic mix of furnishings and greenery accents – it’s a place where friends and family can come together.Choose from the extensive selection of premium beers and wines, or let Cabana’s mixologist prepare you a delicious cocktail.Please note: Cabana Lounge and Bar is strictly an 18+ venue.

7. Etsu Izakaya

4.8

Exceptional(2009)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Mermaid Beach

Booked 44 times today

Etsu is a Japanese izakaya which focuses on local amazing produce in our dishes which are designed to be shared amongst friends. We have one of the largest Japanese whisky collections on our back bar which we recommend served over hand cut ice or try one of our sakes or Japanese tap beers. Our sashimi is the freshest around and our fave place to sit is at the dining bar. Kanpaii!!

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8. Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach

4.5

Awesome(2155)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Broadbeach

Booked 11 times today

Hospitality Heavyweight Scott Imlach has teamed up with Head Chef Sam Sheehan to bring a modern take on classic Asian street food to the Gold Coast. A staple in the local dining scene since early 2016, the laid back alfresco eatery has proven its timeless flavours to locals and guests alike. Centrally located on the outskirts of vibrant Broadbeach, with cocktails that delight, and a menu that will take you straight to a side street of Vietnam, it is a must when it comes to Asian dining on the coast.

9. Lucky Bao

4.6

Exceptional(162)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Mermaid Beach

Lucky Bao is a modern Asian eatery located in the heart of Mermaid Waters. The team deliver vibrant small and large Asian share plates along with their famous baos and a never ending supply of top notch cocktails, sake, umeshu and specialised beers. Lucky Bao is open 6 days a week for lunch and dinner. Bookings are always recommended to avoid disappointment. Just look for the fluro pink circle, fragrant smells and crowds of people having a good time.

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10. Justin Lane Establishment

4.3

Awesome(1109)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Burleigh Heads

Booked 18 times today

Eat, drink & be messy. That’s our motto here at JL. We pride ourselves on the quality of our products. From our famous sourdough pizza and handmade pasta, to our signature cocktails, boutique wines and 8 beers on tap.

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Chris
Gold Coast •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and variety in both food and drinks. Friendly ambience and great vibe. Well worth a visit. It is right beside Nerang Street Tram stop so great convenience if close to Tram line.
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Mr P.P.’s Deli and RooftopPrice: Moderate• Italian• Southport
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4.6
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Karen
Gold Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious and great value, and the wines available were excellent, too. Paul and other staff members could not have been more hospitable. Thanks for a lovely meal and experience.
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HOTA CafePrice: Moderate• Café• Surfers Paradise
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4.2
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Shirley
Gold Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Love going to the Aviary 🤗 I have never been disappointed and always book in advance to guarantee a table
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Aviary Rooftop Bar - Gold CoastPrice: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Southport
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4.6
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Haley
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
We celebrated a joint birthday lunch with friends and had a great time. Food was delicious and service was promotabd friendly. A great space.
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Double Barrel Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Australian• Benowa
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4.7
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Trish
Brisbane •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Nov 2024
Fun place. Great atmosphere , service was friendly but professional. Food was absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed ourselves and will return to work our way through the menu!
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Mr KojimaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Surfers Paradise
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4.9

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42 restaurants available nearby

1. Double Barrel Kitchen & Bar

2. Aviary Rooftop Bar - Gold Coast

3. Mr P.P.’s Deli and Rooftop

4. Mr Kojima

5. HOTA Cafe

6. Cabana Bar and Lounge

7. Etsu Izakaya

8. Hideaway Kitchen & Bar Broadbeach

9. Lucky Bao

10. Justin Lane Establishment

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