11 Mooloolaba restaurants and bars to try

When it comes to places to eat and drink in Mooloolaba, you're spoilt for choice.

In fact, choosing where to tuck into your next bucket of fresh Mooloolaba prawns will be the hardest decision you have to make on holiday here.

To make things easy for you, we've rounded up 11 of the best Mooloolaba restaurants and bars to book a table at next time you're in town - and delicious food is just the beginning.

Sully's Rooftop

When it’s time for trendy sunset sips with a view, head to Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel and take the lift up to Sully’s Rooftop. Here, you’ll be treated to sweeping views out to Mooloolaba Beach and then back towards the Glass House Mountains. As the pastel hues of twilight settle over the coastline beyond, settle back with your drink of choice and a spread of moreish bites. Yes please!

Good to know: you don’t need to be staying at Avani Mooloolaba Beach Hotel to dine at Sully’s Rooftop.

Rice Boi

Rice Boi (at The Wharf), Mooloolaba

Rice Boi is THE spot for modern Asian street food style on the Sunshine Coast. Think Japanese Izakaya dive bar meets grunge hangout, with an open plan fit-out right by the water, and delectable dishes designed for sharing banquet style. Go here (ASAP!) for mouth-watering dumplings, super soft bao, flavour-packed curries and whatever frothy takes your fancy. Fresh, local, buzzing... Rice Boi is an absolute must-try.

The Dock

Marina views at The Dock Restaurant & Bar at the Wharf Mooloolaba.

Grab your brews, your menu and settle in for a sunset session of boat watching as the locals take their yachts, tinnies and kayaks back into moor for the night. At The Dock, you'll find that fresh, seasonal and local ingredients take centre stage (it's hard to beat a bucket of Mooloolaba prawns, after all).

Bella Venezia

Bella Venezia, an Italian restaurant in Mooloolaba

When it comes to Italian cuisine, it's hard to beat Bella Venezia. Located in the heart of Mooloolaba esplanade, this buzzing restaurant was awarded a prestigious Australian Good Food Guide Chef's Hat in 2024 and 2023. With a menu bursting with fresh, local Sunshine Coast produce and an extensive wine list, booking a table here means more than just a delicious dinner, it's a full blown dining experience.

Mooloolaba Surf Club

Nothing says 'coast life' like a meal at the local surf club, and The Surf Club Mooloolaba has prime position right on Mooloolaba main beach. Whether you're looking to pair a bucket of prawns with an icy cold craft beer and beachside views, or treat the family to a hearty lunch after a big morning at the beach, you can't go wrong with booking a table here. With casual all day dining and a modern Australian menu, it's beach vibes personified.

Dune by Pavilion

Breakfast at Dune by Pavilion, Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast

Your dining experience here starts from the moment you sit down to breathtaking views of Mooloolaba Beach. For breakfast, the avocado crush, Tiramisu waffles, and zucchini fritters are calling your name, while come dinner time, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to loading up the table with plates of deliciousness. Think braised lamb shoulder, forest mushroom risotto and more. Let the sumptuous flavours take you to new levels of culinary perfection.   

Boston Shaker Bar

Cocktail at Boston Shaker Bar, Mooloolaba Restaurant

Classy, stylish and sophisticated. That’s what the Boston Shaker Bar oozes by the truckload. From its lush, red-velvet-clad bar to the intricate warm lighting and classic retro glassware, this cocktail bar will transport you to another era. Amid all the beach-style pubs of the coast, the Boston Shaker is in a league of its own bringing a touch of 1920s art deco elegance.

Backlane Tapas and Bar

Backlane Bar and Street Food, Mooloolaba

With a street food-inspired fusion menu, Backlane Bar and Street Food offers a range of moreish plates, plus plenty of yummy nibbles for a sunset drink or two. Enjoy the relaxed and energetic vibes here as you tuck into their fresh, seasonal menu that takes you on a journey from land to sea. Our pick? Try their Seafood Saganaki for Mooloolaba prawns paired with mussels, sugo, feta and bread.

Casa Restaurant

Casita Wine Bar, Mooloolaba Restaurant

Dining dreams are made in Mooloolaba, where sunset cocktails at Casita Wine Bar turn into dinner at Casa Restaurant by Casita... right next door. Located only a short stroll from the sand, this chic venue brings the ultimate combo of Mediterranean-meets-coastal vibes. Tuck into the share-style menu before hitting the beach for an evening stroll.

See Restaurant

As the only restaurant in Mooloolaba that offers over-water dining, you'll want to book a table at See Restaurant. Here the menu is a celebration of seafood, with platters of Mooloolaba king prawns, plates of fresh Moreton Bay Bugs, yellow fin tuna and almond dusted Barramundi all staples on the menu. Can't decide what to get? Order a Seafood Platter for two - paired with your favourite glass of wine - and toast to your Mooloolaba holiday.