Permission to eat as much as possible.
Permission to eat as much as possible.
Banquets are one of life’s greatest pleasures. So much food, so few choices to make. What could be better?
Because we’re all about going out to eat right now, and probably for the rest of time, here’s a list of 11 banquets on the Gold Coast that we highly recommend you sample at the soonest possible opportunity.
Mr Hizola’s
Burleigh’s favourite contemporary Chinese joint, Mr Hizola’s is always a good time and the menu is absolutely packed with choices so a banquet is definitely your best bet here. It’s called The Emperer’s Feast and it’s $55pp (min two people) and you get to choose from every section of the menu. It’s all very yummy and you absolutely won’t go home hungry.
Where: 1730 Gold Coast Highway, Burleigh Heads
Hideaway Kitchen & Bar
One of the most loved venues on the Coast has the perfect option if you want to try a little bit of everthing. It’s called the Hideaway Street Feast and it’s just $59pp. You get to choose a starter, three small plates, two big plates, rice or noodles and a salad of greens. It’s a little trip around Asia and you’re absolutely going to love it.
Where: 2567 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach
Mamasan Kitchen + Bar
There’s always something tasty on the menu at Mamasan and you guessed it, you can try many of the things with their banquet option. Let Mama Choose is a selection of the teams’ favourite dishes and who would know better than them? Nobody. It’s $79pp and you can add wine pairing for an extra $59pp. Choose this option with a minimum of four people. There’s also a Yin Banquet for $55pp and a Yang Banquet for $69pp. Both for a minimum of two people and with the option to add wine pairing.
Where: 3 Oracle Boulevard, Broadbeach
Nineteen at The Star
Way up high, overlooking the ocean and the cityscape is Nineteen at The Star, led by Head Chef Uday Huja and offering exquisite dishes that’ll absolutely delight your tastebuds. The $96 menu is made up of a fresh oyster entrée paired with Dominique Portet ‘Brut Rosé and from there you get a choice of your first course, main and desserts. All of which are exceptional. It’s available for Friday and Saturday lunch.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Bonita Bonita
A Mexi-feast is the absolute best kind of feast. Particularly if that Mexi-feast comes from Bonita Bonita in Mermaid Beach. For $40pp you’ll get bites like Charred Cauliflower Ensaladas and you can add Chimmichanga’s and Empanada’s for $6 per item. If you’re a group of eight or more you need to go with seven-course option and it’s all absolutely epic.
Where: 2460 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Miss Moneypenny’s
The sophisticated Broady spot is serving up a stunning seafood-laden menu and there’s no way you’re going to able to choose just one dish. Luckily there’s a Chef’s Seven Dish Signature Selection option, it’s just $85pp and you’ll get the best of the best to sample plus you can enjoy a pre-dinner glass of GH Mumm Grand Cordon champagne for $19. The perfect choice.
Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Willow Dining Room
Found on the highway in Burleigh Heads, Willow Dining Room expanded recently due to exactly how loved it is amongst Gold Coast locals. There you’ll get a feast of Mediterranean, European, Modern Australian, Spanish and Asian flavours – share-style – and let us tell you, it’s all absolutely incredible. Banquet options start from $45pp and you get choices of entrees and tapas plates and dessert options if you choose the $49 plus options.
Where: 1957 Gold Coast Highway, Burleigh Heads
Justin Lane
Up high in Burleigh, Justin Lane is a high vibe, good time, every time. Their eats are some of the best around, life-changing pizzas and exceptional cocktails too. The Feed Me menu is one we often choose – it’s $39pp for pizza, pasta and salads and it’s available for two plus people. There’s also a vegan banquet option, which is a really great idea. Ocean views, chilli margs and all the carbs, what more could you need.
Where: 1708-1710 Gold Coast Highway, Burleigh Heads
Maggie Choo
Modern Asian food at its finest can be found at Broady’s new(ish) Maggie Choo. Not only will you love the neon-lit interior and pumping tunes, the cocktails and eats are to-die-for too. The Maggi Tease is $49pp and includes dishes like Thai Beef Tataki and Haloumi Rolls (YUM) and the Maggie Luxe is $65pp and includes the same plus more – including an EPIC Green Curry. Do yourself a favour.
Where: 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Kiyomi
The Star Gold Coast’s premiere Japanese restaurant, Kiyomi offers less of a banquet and more of a degustation menu and it is absolutely incredible (as you’d expect). For $150pp you start with sparkling sake and dishes like Ocean Trout with Wasabi Salsa and Yuzu Soy the move onto the likes of Cuttlefish Tempura, Wagyu Beef Cheek, artichoke and hatcho miso. They’re all made up of the highest quality produce and make up an experience you’ll never forget.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Spice Den
While technically not on the Gold Coast, Spice Den is absolutely worth a mention here. Found in Casuarina the Asian fusion restaurant offers a banquet at both lunch and dinner time and there’s a banquet special on Saturday’s for lunch and all day Sunday at $34pp and there are $50 and $60 options too. Dishes at Spice Den include the likes of Pat Prik King Wagyu Beef and Royal Red Curry Boneless Duck Leg and it’s all very delicious.
Where: 9 Dianella Drive, Casuarina
Words by Kirra Smith