If it’s romance you want, it’s romance you’ll get here on the GC this Valentine’s Day. And nothing says love like quality food and a glass of fancy champers. Hubba hubba!
Because we love love here at Inside Gold Coast, we’ve compiled a list from north to south of what’s on and where, so that you can whisk your special someone away for a loved-up lunch or a dreamy dinner!
The Club, Parkwood Village
The Club is putting on a 3-course Spanish-inspired menu this Valentine’s Day at 6pm – and we’re here for it! For $69pp, treat your love to a chilled beverage on arrival, live beats from Jake Meywes, a platter of Queensland’s finest seafood, Riverina Black Angus Rib Fillet with Shark Bay scallops and a decadent Chocolate Mud Gateau. It’ll knock yours and your partners’ socks off! Book your tickets here.
Where: 76 – 122 Napper Road, Parkwood
Palazzo Versace Gold Coast
Ok, so this is for all you singleton girls out there! (Because why should the couples have all the fun?!) Round up the gal’s for an unmissable Galentine’s Couture High Tea at Palazzo Versace on Sunday 13 February with freshly brewed coffee and tea, served on the ever-elegant Versace China. Ohh and how could we forget, you of course get a glass of bubbles to complement your luxurious high tea. Only $92.90 per person, we think this calls for you to slide into your besties dm’s stat!
Where: 94 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
Citrique
Take advantage of JW Marriott’s Month of Love with an indulgent 5-course degustation menu. For $110pp, there’ll be Moët & Chandon on arrival, freshly shucked oysters, lobster thermidor, baked snow fish, pistachio-crusted Wagyu and desserts to finish. Or, romance your special someone with their award-winning seafood buffet…with a French twist! From $109 per adult, devour the freshest of fresh seafood, plus French delicacies including Salmon en Papillote and artful desserts to finish. Oh the romance!
Where: JW Marriott Surfers Paradise, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
QT Gold Coast
Bazaar
For an extra spesh dinner, treat your date with a Bazaar Marketplace ‘Lover’s Feast’. From $109pp, there’s bubbles on arrival, trawler-fresh seafood, slow-roasted meats, Asian delights and gourmet salads, acoustic tunes and even personalised chocolate love notes! Best thing is, you can keep going back for more.
The Spring
LBH, Valentine’s Day in a twilight cabana under the stars is romance 101. Spoil your QTie (get it?!) with dinner for two in a luxury poolside cabana with a glass of the bubbly, followed by four delicious courses perfect for sharing. For $275 for two peeps (one cabana), it’s the dream date you’ve been searching for.
Where: 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Cali Beach
On Monday 14th February, Cali Beach is inviting one and all to a romantic night under the stars at their Outdoor Cinema. Watch firm favourites Pretty Woman (6pm) or The Notebook (8.30pm) while indulging in one of their two delicious foodie packages. ‘Share The Love’ for $89 per couple including a selection of sushi, arancini balls, calamari, chicken yakitori skewers, Caesar salad, Wagyu beef sliders, waffle fries, a baked brownie and a wine/beer for each guest! But if you really want to go all out, for $139 per couple the ‘Cupid’s Choice’ package includes a selection of sushi, Wagyu beef skewers, Caesar salad, bug sliders, chicken lollipops, waffle fries, a whole dessert selection and an Espresso Martini, Watermelon Margarita or Cosmopolitan for each guest. No one will be going home hungry or disappointed from this unique event!
Where: 21a Elkhorn Ave, Surfers Paradise
BOBs Beer
BOBs is turning up the love-meter with their $80pp 3-course Valentine’s menu. Including a welcome drink, it features the likes of Wagyu Carpaccio with wasabi peas and kosho aioli, and the piece de resistance; Heart Shaped Mango Mouse on a mango mint financier. All this is surrounded by the 12 hectolitre drums that produce BOB’s famous craft beer. Now that’s romance!
Where: 10/2 Elkhorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
The Star Gold Coast
The Star’s many dining destinations never fail to deliver in the lurve department!
Garden Kitchen & Bar
For $130 for two, enjoy an exclusive sharing menu with the likes of Sydney Rock Oysters and Smoked Duck Salad, or order from the always satisfying la carte menu.
Nineteen At The Star
Go all out this Valentine’s Day with a $130pp 5-course feast! With sweeping views, first-class service, delicious food and fine wine, it has all the makings of the perfect Valentine’s date.
Cucina Vivo
The Italians do love like no other, so why not wine and dine your other half with a generous degustation menu for $75pp. That’s amore!
Kiyomi
Spoil your favourite human with 16 pieces of Valentine sashimi with The Star Oscietra caviar, as well as matcha white chocolate fondant with coffee soil and vanilla ice cream. Or, why not indulge in two glasses of house of Arras sparkling wine, served with a beautiful rose and an accolade box of chocolates for $120?
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Miss Moneypenny’s
Let chef Adam Dundas-Taylor help woo the object of your affection with his signature seven-dish (yes…seven!) Valentines’ selection. We’re talking progressively served ora king salmon sticks, hiramasa kingfish ceviche, beef tataki, wagyu beef skewer, coral coast barramundi, wagyu beef rump cap, and lemon buttermilk panna cotta. For $95pp and with multiple sittings available, get in fast to secure your booking!
Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Harajuku Gyoza
Does a special Japanese banquet for $40pp tickle your fancy? This Broady fave has your Valentine’s date day or night covered, available for lunch and dinner from Saturday 12th until Monday 14th February. Start things off with a welcome Japanese craft beer or house wine, then feast on a selection of traditional dishes, including their signature Grilled Pork Gyoza and tasty Soft Shell Crab.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre, Broadbeach
Roosevelt Lounge
Indulge in the most sophisticated Valentine’s Day dining experience with a lovingly curated 3-course set menu from $99pp at Roosevelt Lounge. The plush red carpet and old-school glamourous vibes suit the Valentine’s vibe to a tea, and why not level up the romance factor and book the $130pp package, which includes a glass of Pol Roger. Oh, darling!
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre, Broadbeach
Sofia’s
Celebrate the day of love with an impressive five-course menu in the heart of Broadbeach for $80pp. Starting with a Raspberry & Cream Valentine’s cocktail on arrival, guests will then be treated to Freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters, Kingfish Tartare, House made wood-fired break with baked figs and goats cheese, Prawn bisque risotto and a choice of Kingfish or Wagyu Striploin for mains. Finish with a Raspberry & Cream Mille Feuille.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre, Broadbeach
Little Truffle
In honour of Cupid’s day of days, Little Truffle are upping the ante with an extra special 4-course-menu. For $120pp, you and your Valentine will choose from a gourmet selection of entrees, mains and desserts, including the likes of Quail Ballotine with pomme puree, onion remoulade, mushroom duxelle, pickled mushroom and red wine jus, Half Grilled Lobster Mornay with red cabbage slaw, and Strawberry Soufflé with dark chocolate sauce. Heaven!
Where: 2444 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Words by Bianca Trathen.