If you want to make the most of your time on the Gold Coast by exploring the best foodie options in town (which is arguably the best way to experience the GC) then Paradise Centre is exactly where you need to be.
The freshly renovated precinct has just unveiled no less than eight exciting new restaurants and dining options that are spread over two massive levels right near the water. Plus, each restaurant comes with its very own view of the sands of Surfers Paradise, which makes every bite of your meal taste even better if you ask us.
The new lineup of food includes crowd favourite El Camino Cantina, which is best known for its massive margs and tempting Tex Mex. Plus, at this location in Paradise Centre, you can also get brekky. There are freshly squeezed juices, aqua fresca (a traditional Mexican fruit drink), coffees, and of course, mouth-watering breakfast tacos on offer each morning. For those who prefer to sleep in, you can still enjoy some pretty sweet deals like $2 Taco Tuesdays, 10-cent wings on Wednesdays and half-priced fajitas on Thursdays.
You’ll also find Queensland's first Wahlburgers at Paradise Centre, the fourth-ever store in Australia since the brand landed in 2021, plus a TGI Fridays, which should do the trick in satisfying all of your American food cravings. There’s also Nahm Talay Thai, Enzo's Cucina, La Playa, and Hero Sushi if you’re looking for a range of cuisines to discover while marvelling at the view. Don’t forget to stop by Gelato Messina for the ultimate happy ending to whichever meal you decide on. 
Though there are plenty of dining options to mull over, there are also many other activities worth checking out while you’re at Paradise Centre. Level 1 is casually home to the world's largest Timezone, which we guarantee will provide hours of entertainment whether you're young or young at heart. We also recommend checking out Zone Bowling, MANIAX Axe Throwing, and Freak VR for more activities that will sharpen your competitive edge against your mates.
While at it, why not schedule a little retail therapy to check out some of the 90+ stores at Paradise Centre, including GC favourites like Vans, Surf Dive N’ Ski, Rip Curl, Baku Swimwear, Stateside Sports, and Fast Times Skateboarding?
The best part? Paradise Centre is open late, 365 days. This makes it the perfect spot to enjoy a day with mates or spoil your date all year round.
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