Food scene
These recommendations are my pick list of TOP restaurants/cafes to visit while you are in town. I am very particular so these are the best of the best based on my 'foodie' reputation for dining out very very often.
Rice Boi
Parkyn ParadeAmazing Modern Asian at a great price!
MUST try the spring rolls!
Market Bistro
8 Market LaneFine Dining experience just down the road. This is a hidden gem!
Fine Dining Restaurant right on the Water with amazing views!
Located in Cotton Tree not far from our place.
117 locals recommend
The Boat Shed
Fine Dining Restaurant right on the Water with amazing views!
Located in Cotton Tree not far from our place.
Amazing Winery located in Montville - head up there for wine tasting and a charcuterie board.
Note: A car is needed to get here!
33 locals recommend
Flame Hill Vineyard
249 Western AveAmazing Winery located in Montville - head up there for wine tasting and a charcuterie board.
Note: A car is needed to get here!
Try a Local Beer or Wine Tasting Paddle and enjoy lunch or a cheese platter! Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Note: A car is needed to get here
7 locals recommend
The Barrel at Clouds Vineyard
787 Landsborough Maleny RoadTry a Local Beer or Wine Tasting Paddle and enjoy lunch or a cheese platter! Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Note: A car is needed to get here
A great place to enjoy a beer paddle and live music on the weekend. They have food trucks on the weekends and a small farm to enjoy. Note: you will need a car to get here
47 locals recommend
Terella Brewing
196 Bunya RdA great place to enjoy a beer paddle and live music on the weekend. They have food trucks on the weekends and a small farm to enjoy. Note: you will need a car to get here
One of the best Seafood Restaurants on the Sunshine Coast (Mooloolaba) ! You will need to Uber or Taxi (or drive) here.
20 locals recommend
See Restaurant
123 Parkyn ParadeOne of the best Seafood Restaurants on the Sunshine Coast (Mooloolaba) ! You will need to Uber or Taxi (or drive) here.
Kiki Bar & Eatery
51 Duporth AveFabulous Cocktails!
I love this place for High Tea, located in Buderim.
I always get the Crème de la crème that includes Prawn Marie rose cocktail with crisp lettuce!
https://www.aimeeprovence.com.au/menus
Aimee Provence High Tea Parlour
100 Burnett StreetI love this place for High Tea, located in Buderim.
I always get the Crème de la crème that includes Prawn Marie rose cocktail with crisp lettuce!
https://www.aimeeprovence.com.au/menus
City/town information
This place is a hidden gem in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Fudge shops, and so many cafes with the most amazing VIEWS. If you have a car pop up for coffee and cake OR stop off for a cheese platter and wine tasting at Flame Hill Winery
398 locals recommend
Montville
This place is a hidden gem in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.
Fudge shops, and so many cafes with the most amazing VIEWS. If you have a car pop up for coffee and cake OR stop off for a cheese platter and wine tasting at Flame Hill Winery
You can catch the bus up for the day or take a coastal drive up.
Must check out the Noosa National Park walk.
I can recommend restaurants as well so just ask!
271 locals recommend
Downtown Noosa Heads
You can catch the bus up for the day or take a coastal drive up.
Must check out the Noosa National Park walk.
I can recommend restaurants as well so just ask!
Sightseeing
A MUST do when visiting the Sunshine Coast - this is a little hidden secret!
Take a picnic to enjoy!
169 locals recommend
Buderim Forest Park
Quorn CloseA MUST do when visiting the Sunshine Coast - this is a little hidden secret!
Take a picnic to enjoy!
So many Restaurants and Boat & Bike hire, Cruises and so much more
115 locals recommend
The Wharf Tavern
123 Parkyn ParadeSo many Restaurants and Boat & Bike hire, Cruises and so much more
This place is a hive of activity - Enjoy live performances on Friday and Saturday while ravishing something delightful from the many food stalls and beverage outlets!
139 locals recommend
NightQuarter
8 The AvenueThis place is a hive of activity - Enjoy live performances on Friday and Saturday while ravishing something delightful from the many food stalls and beverage outlets!
Traveler advice
Ways to save
Try First Table Sunshine Coast for 50% off Dining
https://www.firsttable.com.au/sunshine-coast
Don't miss
Best Markets
https://www.theurbanlist.com/sunshinecoast/a-list/best-markets-sunshine-coast
Don't miss
The best walking and biking tracks
https://adventure.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
Don't miss
Need beach equipment - check out www.beachdayshire.com
All your beach equipment hire needs;
-cool cabanas
-beach chairs
-umbrellas
-boards
-beach games
-bbqs & more
www.beachdayshire.com