Diners' Choice: Neighbourhood gem restaurants in North Sunshine Coast

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Updated 05 November 2024

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Humble on Duke

5.0

5 (456)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Sunshine Beach

About the restaurant

Here at Humble on Duke we are all about good honest food, fantastic Australian wine and great service.
We are an intimate venue with one chef serving Modern Australian with flavours and spices from the Middle East & Mediterranean. If you are here for a quick meal, that's not us, we are not just a vehicle for food but a dining experience so allow 2hrs-2.5 hours to dine with us.
Our menu designed by Stacey Conner showcases fresh & local produce from around Noosa and up the Queensland coast.

We are a small intimate venue, so book ahead to avoid disappointment.
You can dine on either of our share menus which will consist of a range of snacks, a large dish to share with your choice of add-ons.

We take groups of up to 6 guests & children dine on the same menu at the same cost, we do this so that you get the experience you deserve and other guests in our tiny home can also enjoy themselves. If you would like to enquire about a group larger than 6 please email info@humbleonduke.com.au.
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Top review

Sophie

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic service The food was incredible, the wine pairing was thoughtful. Highly recommend arriving hungry as there was SO much food. They kindly allowed us to take our leftovers home which were delicious still the next day. Thankyou and we will be back!

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BAR DECO

4.9

4.9 (404)

$41 to $100

European

Yandina

About the restaurant

European Bar & Restaurant

Specialises in honest and uncomplicated European cuisine done well, Belgian beers, European wines, classic and house made cocktails.

Chef Alex Hughes honours our European traditions whilst celebrating the beautiful premium local produce that the Sunshine Coast has to offer.

"The interior alone is timeless, effortlessly sexy and does a fine job of solidifying this place as somewhere you’ll totally want to hang out. Basically, if we were to rate this place on the atmosphere alone, we’d be dishing up a big, fat 10."
- Urban List -

Bookings Recommended - Kitchen Open All Day - Weekly Specials

Top review

Bill

Dined on 16 Nov 2024

The quality of the food and the superb personal service is a delight to experience.

Embassy XO

4.7

4.7 (999)

$41 to $100

Contemporary Asian

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

Restaurant . Wine Bar . Cellars
The cuisine at Embassy XO weaves its way through China and South East Asia, balancing flavours, textures and exciting spices. Embassy XO prides itself on sourcing local produce and supporting our local suppliers which allows our menu to focus on fresh seasonal ingredients. 75% of the fresh produce used is from Head Chef James Wu’s farm in Cootharaba, in many ways it is a farm to table experience.
Having achieved 2 Goblets in the Australian Wine List of the Awards for 6 consecutive years, our wine list has an eclectic mix of classics to newer players in the wine world. It is a tight list with a focus on producers that farm sustainably. Whether you are a wine aficionado, gin drinker or a humble beer lover, our drinks list has something to appeal to everyone.
Embassy XO overlooks Sunshine Beach. We boast soft lighting and exotic, modern décor distinguished by majestic seed pod inspired lights, a winter fireplace, dark timber, and stylish Asian furnishings

Top review

Michael

Dined 3 days ago

The team at Embassy Xo were very helpful, services was fast and efficient and food as always brilliant. A must attend location for us

250 Grammi

4.7

4.7 (233)

$40 and under

Italian

Noosaville

About the restaurant

250 Grammi is a concept born in D&D’s mind many years ago.

The goal was to share with people Italian authenticity with a twist.

No more main meals but a lot of different dishes to be shared, like an Italian Sunday lunch with friends and family

250 Grammi is the weight of the dough ball before its evolution: from a combination of grains and flours through to a long maturation to become an amazing outburst of flavours in the form of a pizza

To compliment all of this, 250 Grammi have sourced a perfectly matching wine list, which proveniences range from Italy to France to Australia & more

Thank you for sharing this experience with us
The 250 Grammi Family.

All bookings will have a 90 minute time limit.
10% Surcharge will be applied on Sundays.
17% surcharge will be applied on public holidays.

Top review

Murray

Dined 6 days ago

Fabulous Italian food with excellent service in a great location

Boiling Pot Brewing Co

4.7

4.7 (221)

$40 and under

Brewery

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

Our taproom is a place you can hang out, enjoy quality food, easy drinking beers and have a great time in a relaxed environment.
All of our beers are brewed here on the premises just behind the bar. In addition to our range of Boiling Pot beers we have a fully licensed bar showcasing a diverse range of wines and an array of locally distilled spirits.
Our cuisine is inspired by the regions of Europe giving us the opportunity to incorporate the freshest local produce where ever possible and match our dishes with the seasons. The menu is designed to be shared. Our pizza’s are hand made in a traditional and authentic Roman style and cooked in our stone pizza oven.

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Mick

Dined on 31 Oct 2024

Just happy to have the Boiling Pot close & convenient

Bandita - Noosa

4.7

4.7 (403)

$41 to $100

Mexican

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

Wood fired modern Mexican kitchen and bar on the Noosa River with a local neighbourhood vibe. A share style menu created by Jason Jones, showcasing local suppliers and produce from the Sunshine Coast. Alfresco and inside dining - perfect for lunch, dinner or watching the sunset.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 18 Nov 2024

Amazing food , drinks and service, highly recommend the diy taco kit and frozen margaritas

The Culinary Academy

4.6

4.6 (61)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

The Culinary Academy is Noosa's leading Commercial Cookery and Hospitality training institution. Visit Culinary Noosa, the open-to-the-public training restaurant for a quality meal at a great price!

Our weekly menu is designed to match the student's learning outcomes and to evaluate specific skills.
We often offer at least 2 options to choose from.

Currently, we do not have a vegetarian option on the menu, but we will introduce one as soon as the training curriculum allows it.

*Due to the busyness and rush at payment time, there is now a "Sorry, no split bills" policy.
We are sorry to inform our valuable customers that we can't split bills. We thank you for your understanding.

We hope you enjoy your meal and support our culinary training facility.

The Culinary Noosa is a licensed venue offering a variety of white and red wines, beers and sparkling wine.

Top review

deborah

Dined 4 days ago

Fresh food, well presented, tasty, served by a lovely crew of young people all learning how the hospitality industry works. We have been on two occasions and more than impressed. Excellent value for money in an economy where going out for dinner has become out of reach for many. Do yourself a favour and support The Culinary Academy.

The Stone Bowl Vietnamese

4.4

4.4 (62)

$41 to $100

Vietnamese

Noosaville

About the restaurant

Discover The Stone Bowl, Noosa's newest modern Vietnamese gem. Nestled in the heart of town, our restaurant offers a vibrant, contemporary take on traditional Vietnamese cuisine.

Step into a sleek, stylish space where the aromas of fresh herbs and sizzling dishes create an inviting atmosphere. Our menu features an exciting fusion of flavours, from our signature pho and Pot-Sticker Dumplings to delicate rice paper rolls and savoury clay pot creations.

Complement your meal with our curated selection of local wines, tap & bottled beers, and innovative cocktails inspired by the streets of Saigon.

At The Stone Bowl, every meal is an adventure, a culinary journey that brings the vibrant spirit of Vietnam to the serene shores of Noosa.

Top review

Helen

Dined 3 days ago

It was such a lovely evening with excellent authentic Vietnamese food. The owners, the chef and the staff are special and caring. Don’t miss out on this delicious flavoursome food and experience. The menu covers a great selection of signature Vietnamese dishes and they offer a tempting selection of cocktails and wines. Lovely have this restaurant join others on Gympie Terrace.

Little Sparrow Noosa

4.2

4.2 (121)

$40 and under

Greek

Noosaville / Noosa Heads

About the restaurant

Dive into an ocean of flavors at our premier seafood destination, inspired by the rich culinary tapestry of Greece. Every dish we serve is a celebration of the sea, seasoned with Mediterranean traditions and spiced with Greek hospitality. From the shimmering waters to your dinner table, we promise a dining experience that's fresh, flavorful, and unforgettable.

Join us tonight for a voyage through Greece's most cherished recipes, all lovingly crafted with the finest seafood selections. Whether you're a seasoned seafood lover or embarking on your first Grecian culinary adventure, there's a seat for you at our table.

Top review

Margarita

Dined 7 days ago

A great culinary experience with a very well cooked and well presented Greek recipes. It exceeded my expectations as I tasted authentic Greek recipes outside of Greece cooked to perfection. The food also was very well presented and portions were great. The service was impeccable as i arrived early and the hostess made everything possible to accommodate me. The staff is very courteous and friendly and serve you with a smile. I would highly recommend this restaurant for genuine Greek food. I had the feta cigars, the lobster rolls ( best I ever had) and the thallasino which is a Greek risotto with seafood. Congratulations to the chef as I rarely find Greek food that impressed me ( I am of Greek origin). Try the Rakomelo at the end which is a digestive Greek drink.

Rosa Italian

4.2

4.2 (27)

$40 and under

Italian

Coolum Beach

About the restaurant

Welcome to Rosa Italian, where the vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean come to life in Coolum Beach. Our locally owned, casual coastal eatery offers a delicious mix of wood-fired pizzas, share plates and hearty mains made with fresh, simple ingredients. Paired with our expertly crafted drinks menu, it's the perfect spot to gather with friends and family for an unforgettable meal.

Top review

Mandy

Dined 2 days ago

We were recommended to go to Rosa Italian by our daughter. It was absolutely beautiful. The food was spectacular and the service was faultless. This building has just been renovated and opened after another restaurant closed that had been there for many, many years. The atmosphere created is pefect. It is immediately relaxing and inviting when you walk in. It is noisy in a very happy Italian way. The kitchen can be seen from the dining area which only adds to the experience as the chefs work together in a very friendly organised way which is seen in the food they create. All the staff were efficient, courteous and friendly. The food was exceptionally fast to be delivered to the table and tasted freshly made and so so yummy. We will definitely be back. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

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