Looking for the best buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast? We have done the research and have put together a list of what we believe are some of the finest buffet breakfast experiences. Based on a number of features—including the variety of food, atmosphere, unique inclusions, family-friendly facilities, and value for money—these buffet breakfast Gold Coast venues will keep you going back for more, and more, and more!
Citrique, Surfers Paradise
If you are looking for a buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast that caters magnificently for everyone’s palettes, is set in elegant surrounds, and has been awarded an Australian Good Food Guide Chef Hat for two consecutive years (2023 and 2024), then you don’t need to look any further than Citrique. The variety here is incredible, with all the usual hot and cold buffet favourites you would expect, but also some pleasant extras you didn’t realise you needed until you were presented with them. With both Asian and Western-style breakfasts on the buffet, as well as an egg station, pancakes, and more, it’s the fact that they also cater for those with gluten-free requirements that makes us love this buffet – hands-down.
Cost: Adults- $49.50 | Children (5-12 years) – $30.00
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise
Bazaar Restaurant, Surfers Paradise
The Bazaar buffet breakfast option at QT on the Gold Coast really has to be seen to be believed. Not only is the decor warm and inviting (like their line of chefs just waiting to answer any questions or produce your own unique desires), but the range of traditional and international offerings here are simply inspiring. Whether you’re after delicate French-style pain au chocolat, bagels, pastries, or donuts, Asian-inspired congee, miso soup, dim sums, or steamed pork buns, os simply a traditonal hot fry up or cold continental selection, you won’t know where to start! Add to that the stations for omelettes, Scandinavian-style cold meats, and waffles, and you will need to wear your extra-stretchy pants to make sure you have room to fit it all in! Bazaar Restaurant’s buffet breakfast is an absolute winner for variety, quality, and service, in our eyes.
Cost: Adults- $49.00 | Children (5-12 years) – $19.00
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise
SkyPoint Bistro and Bar, Surfers Paradise
IMAGE CREDIT: SkyPoint on Facebook
A buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast that gets some serious points just for its insane location and views has to be the one hosted by the SkyPoint Bistro and Bar. While tickets to the buffet are bought on the ground floor, all of the action takes place 77 floors above the ground in the rooftop restaurant, which boasts 360 degree views of the Gold Coast landscape below and beyond. That’s right, you can enjoy your breakfast spread 230m above sea level, your head in the clouds, and your tastebuds in heaven, as you delight in all the joys a buffet breakfast should include. The icing on the delectable pastry? Your buffet ticket also includes entry to the SkyPoint Observation Deck too!
Cost: Adults- $44.00 | Children (aged 3 – 13) – $30.00
Breakfast Hours: 7:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 3003 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
Waves Restaurant, Surfers Paradise
Waves Restaurant in Surfers Paradise bills itself as being the venue for ‘people who love buffets’ and it appears locals agree with this assessment whole-heartedly too. With a beautiful setting and an abundance of buffet breakfast food options available, we love that the whole family can happily be catered for here. All of the favourites are there, so you will leave satisfied; regardless if it is a fry up, continental selection, bakery goods, pancakes, or tropical fruit style brekkie you are craving. A talented chef is even on hand to cook your eggs any way you like them (which is like heaven to a parent who has family members who all prefer a different type!).
Cost: Adults- $39.00 | Children (5-12 years) – $19.50
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: 3032 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
The Star Gold Coast, Broadbeach
For a buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast experienced with true grandeur, the Harvest Buffet at The Star might be just what you are looking for. You won’t be disappointed here, with a dedicated omelette station with a selection of fillings, eggs made to order, pancakes, waffles, seasoned fruits, Asian dishes, baked goods, and all the fry-up options you could want as well. The restaurant is happy to cater to allergies and they have an actual coffee cafe for those who like their blend a particular way. In fact, all of the buffet options here (lunch and dinner included) are well worth checking out. We particularly love their floor-to-ceiling glass walls that overlook the pool, the height-appropriate children’s buffet, as well as a very tempting dessert station with its mesmerising 2-metre chocolate fountain!
Cost: Adults- $39.90 | Children (5-12 years) – $19.90
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: 1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach
Terraces Restaurant, Main Beach
IMAGE CREDIT: Terraces Restaurant, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast
Housed inside the opulent Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast, Terraces Restaurant happily delivers on its guest expectations of quality when it comes to its buffet breakfast spread. With views overlooking their stunning resort pool, their buffet includes endless coffee and tea, as well as gluten free and vegetarian options. If your kids aren’t likely to make an effective dint in the buffet, the restaurant also has a ‘Kids Corner’ menu, with plenty of filling and delicious options for the kids at a cheaper cost. We love this buffet location, as, when you are completely full, you can roll out for a quick dip in the pool, or, just beyond it, can access the beach from a back gate at the hotel.
Cost: Adults- $48.00 | Children (aged 4 – 12) – $24.00
Breakfast Hours: 6.00am – 11:00am daily
Address: 71 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
Shoreline Restaurant, Main Beach
Not only is this resort situated right next to one of the best theme parks on the Gold Coast, and is located right across the road from the beach, but the buffet breakfast at the Shoreline Restaurant at Sea World Resort is also one of the best-value, quality buffets in the area. At only $32 for adults and a very reasonable $15 for kids (aged up to 13 years too!), we love this place for its value for money for families. Although their price is so low, their quality and quantity of food is not – with an egg station, all the hot and cold food options a buffet breakfast should have, pancakes, waffles, bakery goods, and continental options too. You can also purchase a barista made coffee, thickshake, or freshly squeezed juice if you want something more tailored than the juice and coffee station included in the buffet.
Cost: Adults- $32.00 | Children (4-13 years) – $15.00
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: Sea World Dr, Main Beach
Kalinda Restaurant, Benowa
Although not in a super fancy restaurant with international buffet options on the offer, we have listed the buffet breakfast at Kalinda for a couple of reasons. One is because it will give you all that you need in a buffet breakfast for a very reasonable price compared to other buffets hosted on the Gold Coast. Two, because it is in the lovely RACV resort that features a beautiful setting and glorious poolside view. But, one of the things we think families – ok kids – will love the most? The buffet comes with its own ice-cream station! It may not be what most parents imagine when heading somewhere to feed the kids first up in the morning, but it’s almost definitely a dream come true for any child! For the adults, there are made-to-order eggs, waffles, daily specials, and barista made coffee too.
Cost: Adults- $39.00 | Children (5-12 years) – $15.00
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:00am (10:30am weekends)
Address: RACV Royal Pines Resort, Level 2, Ross Street, Benowa
Cove Café, Sanctuary Cove
IMAGE CREDIT: Intercontinental Hotel Sanctuary Cove
The recently reimagined Cove Cafe at the Intercontinental Hotel Sanctuary Cove has a delightfully fresh and airy, tropic-inspired aesthetic reflecting the natural beauty of Sanctuary Cove. If you are staying at the hotel, the breakfast will be included, but if you are heading to Sanctuary Cove to take in all this small marina has to offer, it is worth heading out early to enjoy the buffet spread on offer here. Relatively reasonable in cost, there is an omelette station with eggs cooked your way, fresh juices, seasonal fruit, international dishes, delicate pastries, and Vittoria Coffee. You can choose to sit indoors or outdoors.
Cost: Adults- $48.00 | Children (5-12 years) – $25.00
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: Sanctuary Cove, Manor Cir, Hope Island
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