Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Gold Coast
Tinsel, tunes and group chats blowing up—yep, it’s Christmas party time. If you’re hunting for the best Christmas restaurants in Gold Coast, we’ve got you covered. From beachfront spots in Surfers Paradise to long-table lunches in Robina and cocktail-heavy dinners in Broadbeach, there’s no shortage of places that know how to handle a festive feed. Some locals swear by backstreet venues in Miami for something more relaxed, while others head to rooftop bars that do seafood spreads with a side of ocean breeze. Check out our top picks for the best end of the year party!
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from $99
per personCheck availabilityValentina Restaurant & Bar
90 guestsPeppers Soul Surfers ParadiseGold Coast CityBBelinda D.
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from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Space
25 guestsMano's Italian RestaurantGold Coast CityThe Indoor Space at Mano’s Italian Restaurant offers an inviting atmosphere, perfect for any event.
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from $74
per personCheck availabilityBuddha's Banquet Corner
20 guestsHideaway Kitchen & BarGold Coast CityBuddha's Banquet Corner is a Dining Room in Hideaway Kitchen & Bar that provides a long, semi-private banqueting layout designed for communal seated meals.
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from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Area
40 guestsKesari Infused Indian Cuisine-Hope IslandGold Coast CityThe Main Dining Room at Kesari can host up to 40 guests. This bright, sunny space is a great fit for dinners with family or friends, and celebrating memorable occasions.
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from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsKrish Indian Cuisine Varsity LakesGold Coast CityA red-interior restaurant seating up to 70 guests, suitable for corporate dinners, anniversaries, birthday parties, and family events. The space features an on-site bar, a mirrored wall with a decorative pattern, and an elephant
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from $75
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Area
90 guestsKing Palace KitchenGold Coast CityOutdoor Area is a semi-private outdoor space in King Palace Kitchen that provides open-air dining on a paved forecourt directly outside the restaurant.
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from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining
50 guestsKrish Indian RobinaGold Coast CityThe room provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and wheelchair access. Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, seated dinner or an informal shared meal in a restaurant setting.
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from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-Private Area
80 guestsSankalp Indian Restaurant - Surfers ParadiseGold Coast CityOur semi-private dining area fits up to 80 guests. We offer natural light, warm wood elements, and a cosy atmosphere. It's ideal for group meals, birthday dinners, or casual corporate events!
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from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Dining Area
62 guestsEnzos Cucina CoomeraGold Coast CityOur dining room has enough space for up to 100 guests in a warm and cosy setting. The restaurant offers a comfortable atmosphere where friends and family can enjoy real Italian food.
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from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
25 guestsMano's Italian RestaurantGold Coast CityThe Outdoor Space in Mano's Italian Restaurant is a semi-private outdoor dining terrace characterised by a covered, open-sided layout that extends the restaurant's indoor seating.
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from $45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
180 guestsSankalp Indian Restaurant - Surfers ParadiseGold Coast CityWhat guests say: The restaurant's food is authentic and flavourful with careful presentation. The dining room is warm and welcoming while service quality is occasionally inconsistent.
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from $80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room 1
15 guestsMelbas Asian SeafoodGold Coast CityPrivate Dining Room 1 is a Dining Room in Melbas Asian Seafood defined by a windowed enclosure that fills the space with natural light and creates a private, table-centred setting.
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What Christmas packages are available in Gold Coast?
Festive event offers are suitable for family celebrations, company parties, and anything in-between. They usually include a three course meal or a festive buffet and drinks. Some spaces might even come decorated for the season! Christmas deals in Gold Coast offer minimum spend from $6000, or packages between $74 and $209 per person. You'll find options for 20 to 1600 guests.
• Street Feast group menu with shared dishes
• Choose 1: edamame or lotus roots
• Choose 3 SMALLER PLATES
• Choose 2 BIGGER PLATES (signature plates available)
• Choose 1 RICE + NOODLES
• Choose 1 SOMETHING FRESH
• Add a drinks package for the whole group or run a bar tab
• Pre-order required by Tuesday 5:00 PM the week of
• Seated dining in Valentina Restaurant & Bar
SET MENU
1. Our Focaccia, sesame and garlic butter
2. Stracciatella, green olives and artichokes tapenade
3. Byron Bay tuna crudo, mandarin and chilli
4. Jamon Iberico, black grapes and rocket
5. King prawns orzo pasta, basil
6. Free range grilled chicken, harissa, smoked eggplant
7. Charred broccolini, confit garlic
8. Fries, rosemary salt
9. Semifreddo, coffee caramel and dark chocolate
• Standard drinks package (beer, wine, soft drinks)
• Substantial shared platters
• Cocktail-style or casual seating
Pricing: $75–$85 per person.
• Welcome cocktail on arrival
• Early access to signature Movie World rides
• Festive buffet with seafood
• 4-hour beverage package (selected beers, wines and soft drinks)
• Live entertainment across the night: band then DJ
• Photo opportunities and character encounters with Christmas magic
• Reserved group seating at tables of 10
• Access to all cocktails on the menu, G&Ts, beer and soft drinks
• Unlimited gourmet sourdough pizzas
• Optional extras: charcuterie boards; acoustic musician for 3 hours
• Two games of bowling and/or laser tag
• 30 minutes of arcade time play
• One-hour house beer, wine and soft drink package
• Assorted pizzas
• Potato platter
• Southern chicken bites
• Mini Angus beef pies
• Italian fried mozzarella
• New York beef sliders
FAQs about Top Christmas Dinner Venues in Gold Coast
Booking costs of Christmas restaurants average $75 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Gold Coast, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $45 | to $93 | per person |
| From $2000 | to $3150 | minimum spend per event |
| From $1000 | to $3300 | hire fee per event |
You'll find Christmas restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Gold Coast, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 180 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller Christmas restaurants usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Gold Coast, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Dining Room at Cafe Catalina - dining room for 50 guests
Venue said: Dining Room, Dining Room in Cafe Catalina — a waterside dining room inside the café characterised by a casual, modern interior. Design: The interior features dark timber tables, low pendant lights and framed photographs for... -
The Upper Deck at Hideaway Kitchen & Bar - terrace for 30 guests
Venue said: Hideaway Kitchen & Bar is an Asian restaurant and bar that channels hawker-stall flavours into a casual, bar-centred dining experience. Venue highlights: An open-plan dining area and an adjoining bar create a compact, sociable... -
Private Dining Room at Mantra Legends Surfers Paradise, rated 5/5 - dining room for 50 guests
Venue said: The room permits own music and external DJs and benefits from step-free access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small corporate teams and private dining groups seeking a polished, seated dining or boardroom-style meeting.
Cheap Christmas restaurants in Gold Coast start from $35 per person or $1000 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Entire Venue at Krish Indian Worongary, from $35 per person (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: Our restaurant offers an airy setting with red finishes, complemented by an on-site bar and a semi-enclosed covered outdoor space. The venue provides a welcoming atmosphere for social gatherings, wedding receptions, corporate... -
Downstairs Area at Fu Manchu Oriental, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 48 guests seated)
Venue said: The Downstairs Area is a Dining Room in Fu Manchu Oriental characterised by a compact, bar-front layout that keeps tables close and conversation immediate. -
Apollo Ballroom at Mantra Legends Surfers Paradise, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 300 guests seated)
Venue said: Apollo Ballroom is a Ballroom in Mantra Legends Surfers Paradise characterised by a coffered ceiling with recessed daylight panels that introduce natural light across the carpeted banquet area.
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