Valentine's Day. The day of love, the day of expensive flowers and the day of desperate, last-minute dinner reservations. As much as some of us don’t want to admit it, we all love the idea of getting dressed up, indulging in some bubbles and being treated to that culinary experience we've been lusting for all year long.
This year, Valentine’s Day is turning up the heat so, luckily for all you star-crossed lovers out there, we’ve rounded up the best feasting affairs on the Gold Coast that you’ll want to undress with your eyes. Dim the lighting, cue the James Blunt and give your lover that look.
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Valentine's Day Seafood and Grill Buffet at Citrique
158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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Keen on seafood for Valentine’s Day (or any day, really)? Then you’ll want to hit up the iconic seafood-lovers restaurant, Citrique at JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa this Valentine’s Day. Embark on a romantic culinary journey, with a decadent Valentine’s seafood and grill buffet.
Delight your taste buds with fresh and grilled seasonal seafood, a whole lobster mornay to share per couple, an aphrodisiac oyster station, and an array of delectable dishes alongside housemade sweet delicacies to conclude the night on a sweet note.
Time: 5:30pm and 8pm seatings
Cost: $149 per person
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Six-Course Valentine's Day Feast at Etsu Izakaya
2440 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
Mermaid Beach institution Etsu Izakaya never misses, so we're expecting big things for their six-course Japanese Valentine's Day feast. There will be champagne upon arrival and a yet-to-be-announced selection of some of Etsu's most-loved sashimi, sushi and hot plates. With dark, moody interiors and incredible service, Etsu is one of our top picks for this Valentine's Day.
Cost: $169 per prson
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Valentine's Day at The Homestead
28 Tomewin St, Currumbin QLD 4223
Celebrate love with an unforgettable evening at The Homestead, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s charming Queenslander-inspired restaurant. Begin your night with a scenic twilight train ride and a romantic stroll among the kangaroos before indulging in a decadent four-course feast.
Enjoy a complimentary arrival drink, live music, and a menu inspired by local flavours, all set in a breathtaking natural setting. More than just a dinner, your ticket supports Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s vital conservation efforts. Create lasting memories with your special someone while helping to protect wildlife for future generations.
Time: 6pm seating
Cost: $165 per person
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Italian Feast at Sofia's
53 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218
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It doesn't get much more romantic than Italian, so you know where to find us this Valentine's Day. At one of the Gold Coast's top Italian restaurants, Sofia's Restaurant & Bar. Indulge in a specially curated five-course menu with a glass of sparkling upon arrival.
Housemade focaccia with burrata, housemade spanner crab fettuccine with prosecco butter sauce, grilled beef tenderloin with red wine jus and millefoglie with dulce ricotta, lychee and raspberry are the exquisite dishes you get to look forward to.
Time: Seatings from 5pm
Cost: $115 per person
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Discovery Dinner for Two at Akoya
38 Old Burleigh Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
If it’s an oceanfront Valentine’s Day that you’re after, then look no further than Akoya’s Discovery Dinner for Two. Tantalise your tastebuds with a carefully curated selection; with starters like oysters with gazpacho dressing and caviar, followed by entrees including yellowfin tuna ceviche or San Danielle prosciutto with honey-grilled figs, it’s sure to be a night you won’t forget. The 300g full blood Wagyu rump cap MBS9+ is a certified show-stopper.
And if you want to try Akoya’s classic menu, you can also order a la carte dishes. If you’re feeling extra luxurious, you could even finish the evening with a stay at The Langham and indulge in one of their in-room Romance Baths—think chocolate-coated strawberries, a bottle of champagne and perhaps a rose petal or two.
Time: Seatings from 5:30pm
Cost: $110 per person
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Lovers Feast at Bazaar
7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
What makes it a feast for lovers? To start, a cocktail on arrival. The rest is up to you and your heart’s desire (or perhaps your stomach’s).
Bazaar’s Marketplace Lovers Feast showcases aphrodisiac Sydney rock oysters, trawler-fresh seafood, Moreton Bay bugs, freshly tossed salads and slow-roasted meats, all to be enjoyed between whispers of sweet nothings. Fancy a fondue finish? The chocolate fountain is the sweet centre of Bazaar’s 'lovers’ station, overflowing with decadent delights. To sweeten the deal, you’ll be treated to acoustic melodies all night.
Time: Seatings from 5pm.
Cost: Adults $135, teens (13-17 years) $90, children (4-12 years) $39
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Five-Course Valentine's Day Dinner at Little Truffle
2444 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
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Valentine’s Day Five-Course Degustation At Citrique
158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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As we already alluded to, Citrique is one of the Gold Coast’s best restaurants if you and your beau are dedicated seafood lovers. And it doesn’t get much better than Citrique’s five-course degustation dinner crafted by Executive Chef Paul Smart and his team of culinary experts.
Dig into kingfish flower, King George Whiting, slow roasted duck, pistachio crusted Wagyu sirloin with truffle orzo and a decadent red rose aphrodite dessert to finish. We also love that this Valentine’s Day degustation is held a day early, on Thursday night, if you’re already busy on V-Day itself.
Time: Thursday 13 February, at 6pm
Cost: $129 per person
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Valentine’s Day Dining Experience At Azure Bar and Grill
144 Bayshore Dr, Byron Bay NSW 2481
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Elements of Byron’s renowned restaurant, Azure Bar and Grill is hosting an exquisite dining experience to celebrate love come 14 February. For one night only, celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special two or three-course menu that pays homage to bold, international flavours whilst celebrating the native ingredients and seasonal produce home to the resort and the Byron Bay region.
Entree options include the likes of tuna tiradito with tempura crumb and tempura zucchini flower with bunya nut, while mains include seafood spaghetti, scotch fillet and more. Finish strong with a decadent dessert like Black Forest cake or a pistachio, raspberry and rosewater creation. Each guest will be welcomed with a complimentary drink and house-made focaccia, setting the perfect tone for the evening. You can also level up and enjoy three perfectly matched wines for an additional $45, or $30 with the two-course option.
Time: Seatings from 5pm
Cost: Two-course menu $110 per person, three-course menu $130 per person
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Fireside Feast at The InterContinental Sanctuary Cove
Manor Cir, Hope Island QLD 4212
If you and your squeeze love a top-tier culinary experience, then this one is for you. The InterContinental’s The Fireplace is known as one of the best restaurants on the Gold Coast, and once you’ve dined here, you’ll quickly realise why.
Begin your evening of romance with a glass of sparkling, before tucking into the five-course degustation menu. The feast includes loved-up dishes like smoked mozzarella with heirloom tomatoes, Hervey Bay scallops and wagyu beef rump and lamb shoulder. Translation? Very fancy. This very special menu is bound to give any food enthusiast serious heart eyes. For a more elevated experience, you can enjoy carefully curated wine pairings with each course for an additional $85.
Time: Seatings from 5pm
Cost: $179 per person
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Italian Valentine's Day Feast at Salt Meats Cheese
10 Beach Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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Whether your love language is words of affirmation, receiving gifts, solid quality time or simply food, Salt Meats Cheese has got you and your sweetheart covered this Valentine’s Day.
Attempt Lady and the Tramp-style pasta kisses with SMC’s three-course menu, which showcases an irresistible antipasto platter with meats and cheeses (hence the name), a choice of main from the a la carte menu and a heart-shaped tiramisu that is sure to capture anyone's heart.
Time: From 5pm
Cost: $49 per person (with wine or beer on arrival)
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Valentine's Day Banquet at Nineteen At The Star
1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Screw the servo flowers, you’re headed straight to the top. For a truly mesmerising Valentine’s Day that will earn you some serious brownie points, book in for a four-course affair at Nineteen at The Star.
Start with Bay lobster tortellini with tomato and leek fondue before moving onto market fish, fillet steak and chocolate meringue pie, just to name a few standout dishes. If you’re looking for one of the boujee-est Valentine’s Day feasts on the Gold Coast, stop the search ‘cause you’ve found it.
Time: Seatings at 5:30pm and 8pm
Cost: $160 per person
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Loved-Up Four-Course Dinner at Three Blue Ducks
11 Ewingsdale Road Byron Bay, Ewingsdale NSW 2481
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If you're heading Byron Bay this V Day, we have just the place to spoil your beau. Not only will you get a glass of bubbles or beer upon arrival, but the award-winning Three Blue Ducks is pulling out all the stops (in typical style) with their four-course Valentine's Day dinner.
Dig into beef carpaccio, king prawns with sorrel, crispy pork belly with smoked apple, and chocolate mousse with sour plum, just to name a select few. With a reputation as good as Three Blue Ducks’, it’s clear that you’ll have an unforgettable Valentine’s evening.
Time: Seatings from 7pm (NSW time)
Cost: $95 per person
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Dinner Under The Stars at QT Twilight Cabanas
7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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Lap up the comfort, dial up the romance. Valentine's Day dinner under the stars is about as romantic as it gets. Spoil your QT'ie with a dinner for two in QT Gold Coast’s luxe poolside cabanas, served with a side of romance.
Indulge with a glass of bubbles on arrival, followed by a romantic three-course dinner designed to be shared while you relax in your own private cabana at The Spring's poolside oasis. Why not keep the love flowing and book yourselves in for a cheeky staycay?
Cost: $320 per couple (one cabana)
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Waterfront Valentine's Dinner at MĀRE by La Luna
74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
If waterfront views and exquisite Mediterranean fare are two of your non-negotiables this Valentine's Day, you need to head to MĀRE by La Luna. Pair your breathtaking marina views with a three-course set menu.
Shared entrees include brioche with Oscietre caviar and scallop ceviche with passionfruit ponzu, then you can take choose from Wagyu with bone marrow verde or pan-seared cod for your main. Finish strong with either a white chocolate mousse or milk chocolate cream with torched meringue.
Cost: $126 per person
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Valentine's Day Creekside Picnic at O'Reilly's Vineyards
852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra QLD 4275
Escape the city for a day and spend quality time in nature this Valentine's Day at O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyards. Nestle creekside with a carefully curated Valentine's Day basket filled with an artisan charcuterie board featuring seasonal Scenic Rim produce plus a bottle of O’Reilly’s Reserve Selection Lona Blush Sparkling.
Perch up and find the perfect creekside spot or reserve a creekside table with a white table cloth and chairs for an additional $30. P.S Make sure to BYO picnic blanket.
Time: From 10:30am, Friday 14 February to Sunday 16 February
Cost: $150 for a basket for two
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Romantic Dinner at Sandbar
52 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Cue the romantic music, love is in the air at Sandbar this Valentine’s Day. Treat your special someone to a delightful three-course meal while taking in views of the Surfers Paradise beachfront.
Dial up your Valentine’s Day plans with champagne on arrival and indulgent dishes like house-smoked salmon, braised beef cheek and Belgian waffles that are sure to keep you in the good books.
Time: Seatings from 5pm
Cost: $69 per person
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Daybed Poolside Package at La Luna Beach Club
74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217
If a fancy dinner isn't really your thing and relaxing poolside is right up your alley, we've got you covered. Watch the sunset turn into dusk from your cosy poolside daybed at La Luna Beach Club's Valentine's Day celebrations.
You'll be treated to a baguette with taramasalata, a shared sashimi and seafood platter and a bottle of French rosé to share, while listening to a live acoustic guitarist and singer.
Cost: $150 per person
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Three-Course Feast at Roosevelt Lounge
75 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Enhance your Valentine's Day celebration with an enchanting three-course dinner at the elegant Roosevelt Lounge in Broadbeach. What would we choose from the menu, you ask? Okay, fine.
We would start with the beef carpaccio with tomato and curry leaf vinaigrette, followed by the rose cacio e pepe and ending on a high note with the lover's chocolate fondue to share.
Time: 5:30pm and 8pm seatings
Cost: $120 per person
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Valentine’s Day High Teas 2025
Galentine’s Day High Tea at FIXX Cafe
7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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We’re all about celebrating your ride-or-dies this Valentine’s Day *ahem* Galentine’s Day. Grab your gal pals this Galentine’s Day—Valentine’s Day High Tea at QT is perfectly primed for chats over tea, coffee or bubbles if you’re feeling spritzy.
For those who love to dress up and have a soft spot for tiers of decadent sweet and savoury treats, QT’s High Tea is just the Galentine’s celebration you’re looking for.
Cost: $64 to $89 per person, depending on the package
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Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea at Palm Court
The Langham’s Palm Court is well known for crafting some of the best high teas around and their Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea is no exception. The menu has been created specifically for the day of love, with sweet and savoury delights including yellowfish tuna tartare with gold leaf, strawberry, plum and rose water custard tart and milk chocolate and raspberry choux.
Served with coffee and Tavalon tea, you can also elevate your Afternoon Tea experience with champagne or wine. The Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea is available exclusively from Friday 14 February to Sunday 16 February, so don’t sleep on it.
Cost: $95 per person
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Valentine’s Day High Tea at Chapter & Verse
158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Throughout the month of February, you can indulge in the perfect blend of romance and luxury with a specialty Valentine’s Day High Tea at Chapter & Verse. Savour a selection of exquisite treats, including raspberry namelaka with lychee compote, azélia hazelnut choux with salted caramel, and JW lavender honey scones with housemade preserves and fresh cream.
Delight in savoury offerings like salmon rose with caviar, chilli prawn en croûte, and smoked duck with fig. Plus the two-hour package includes house sparkling wine and mimosas, all while surrounded by the chic ambience of the JW Marriott.
Time: Seatings from 1pm throughout February
Cost: $79 per person
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Gold Coast Valentine's Day Date Ideas 2025
Here's our full list of non-cringey date ideas. Here's some Valentine's Day specials:
Luxury Boho Picnic at Mountview Alpaca Farm
852 Lamington National Park Rd, Canungra QLD 4275
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We'd be fools not to include this ultra-romantic and very unique Valentine's Day date idea at Mountview Alpaca Farm. The luxury alpaca picnic includes a boho picnic teepee located in the secluded grounds of O'Reilly's Vineyard, a gourmet picnic hamper for two adults, a bottle of O'Reilly's wine straight from the vineyards you're sitting in, chocolates and—the highlight of the event—an alpaca.
Wander through the picturesque vineyard with your cute new friend and snap some loved-up pics and get loads of alpaca cuddles. Cuddles are guaranteed because you'll be provided with a bag of alpaca food (bribery with food is totally fine, we promise).
Cost: From $349
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Authentic Italian Cooking Class at Salt Meats Cheese
For couples looking to get hands-on the kitchen, Salt Meats Cheese Surfers Paradise is offering a Pasta Lovers cooking class this Valentine's Day. Learn the art of pasta making while creating delicious Italian dishes together, guided by Nonnna. It's not just a cooking class—it's a recipe for romance. You can also purchase cooking class vouchers for upcoming classes.
Time: From 5pm
Cost: $109 per person
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Sip And Stain Workshop at QT Gold Coast
Want to shake things up this Valentine’s Day? Grab your boo or your bestie and settle in with a glass of bubbles as you unleash your inner Picasso. Bedazzle your very own take-home wine glass at QT’s Sip and Stain workshop before stepping behind the bar to mix, muddle, and shake your cocktail in a bespoke mixology masterclass led by expert QT bartenders.
You’ll be treated with sparkling wine upon arrival, a charcuterie grazing board and of course, a personalised take home wine glass and a cocktail mixed by yours truly.
Time: Friday 14 February, 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm
Cost: $120 per person
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Romantic Soak at Soak Bathhouse
2532/2540 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
Swap the classic dinner date for a romantic soak this V Day. Enjoy a Valentine’s-themed DJ set while disconnecting in Soak Bathhouse's mineral pools and reconnecting with a that special someone. Beats & Bubbles is complimentary with every Soak & Sip Session booked on Friday 14 February between 4pm and 8pm at Mermaid Beach.
Cost: $69 per person
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