12 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Steak Restaurants In 2025
Simple. Seared. Succulent. I love a good steak—and, if you’re reading this, you probably do too. So maybe you even already knew that MB stands for Marble Score (where the higher the score, the more tender the steak).
So I’ll skip the small talk and get straight to the juicy stuff: these are the Gold Coast/Kombumerri Country’s best steak restaurants, curated for your carnivorous pleasure in no particular order. Bon appétit.
Best Gold Coast Steak Restaurants At A Glance
Best Casual Steak Restaurants
Mike’s Kitchen
2 Gooding Drive, Merrimac QLD 4226
$35–49 per steak (average $42)
Steakhouses like kōst and Moo Moo are real white tablecloth joints. Mike’s Kitchen? A little different. Expect a warm, family atmosphere paired with some of the best comfort food on the Gold Coast.
Housed in an iconic half-timbered building, this local favourite has been slinging up steaks since 1996. Choose between seven MSA grain-fed options, including the very worthwhile 300g tenderloin eye fillet that I can't go past with the Cheddarmelt mushroom topping.
We're technically here to talk about steak, but I couldn’t cover Mike’s Kitchen without mentioning its drool-worthy pork ribs. For a truly gluttonous evening, order the half-rack of ribs with the 300g tenderloin, followed by a decadent South African melktert. That's a creamy custard milk tart with a biscuit base and it's delish.
The Loose Moose
Floor G, 75 Surf Parade, Broadbeach QLD 4218
$46–64 per solo steak (average $52)
The Loose Moose delivers what’s on the label: a bumping vibe served hot over seriously good Canadian cuisine. If you think steak tastes better with a schooner of locally brewed beer, this Broadbeach steakhouse might be the right destination for you.
There are only four steaks on the menu, but it’s all that’s needed, especially when there’s MB5+ Wagyu rump in the offering. Also worthy of mention are the other Canadian-inspired options: smoked ribs, loaded ’dogs, and a solid assortment of burgers. (Gluten-free eaters, take note: the GF buns here actually taste incred.) Pull on your red flanny, grab a stool, and enjoy the neon-lit atmosphere—the Loose Moose is definitely worth a visit for their steak selection.
Cavill’s Steakhouse
6 Bayview Street, Runaway Bay QLD 4216
$47.50–69.50 per steak (average $54.50)
If you think ‘Cavill’s Steakhouse’ and ‘Cavill Avenue’ is just a cheeky coincidence, well, spoiler, it’s not. Both steakhouse and party hub are named after the Cavill family, who opened their first Gold Coast business in 1925. Today, Cav’s is famous for its 60-day-aged steak—so much so that you can buy all cuts (and more) next door from Cav’s Butchery.
You can’t go wrong with any of the five steak options available in the restaurant, but, if I had to make a choice, I’d go for the award-winning Black Angus eye fillet from Yambinya Station. Not feeling like red meat? There’s plenty of pork, lamb, seafood and vegetarian options too. For a cosy winter experience, grab an outdoor table (rooftop or balcony), park yourself near a heater, and request a blanket.
Red’s Kitchen & Bar
The Prom, Sanctuary Cove Village, Hope Island QLD 4212
$34–75 per solo steak (average $56.50) / $95–139 per share steak (average $110)
Sanctuary Cove is synonymous with great restaurants, and Red’s Kitchen & Bar keeps up the standard. This waterside steakhouse is all about contemporary Australian cuisine, with gourmet cheeseburgers and pies sitting beside beef carpaccio and freshly-shucked oysters.
Though, the chargrill is the hero here. The six solo steak dishes each comes with a side of house 'slaw and a delightfully crispy polenta bar. If you’re dining with someone else, choose between three share platters, including the Angus eye fillet brochette—half a metre of skewered steak, cooked sous vide filet mignon and finished on the grill. (If a 200g steak is more your style, book on a Thursday night to access the Steak Night specials).
Hurricane’s Grill & Bar
4–14 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
$39–95 per solo steak (average $64) / $180–390 share steak (average $285)
From its second-storey location along Surfers Paradise’s Esplanade, Hurricane’s Grill & Bar has a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean—equally perfect for cold winter nights and sultry summer evenings. Inside, the vibe is a relaxed blend of taproom and restaurant.
Choose from seven steak cuts—sirloin, fillet, Scotch fillet, rump, rib eye, T-bone, and tomahawk—each with a garnish of greens. The two standouts are the MB2+ sirloin, dry-aged to mouth-melting succulence, and the monstrous 1.7kg tomahawk, both from producer Yardstick. All steaks are grilled Hurricane-style, a Portuguese-inspired technique from founder Tony Teixeira.
The Glenelg Public House
2460 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
$50-105 per solo steak (average $67) / $95 - 185 per share steak (average $130)
Travel south from Moo Moo, and you’ll arrive at the Glenelg Public House: dim lighting, rough-hewn timber, and exposed brickwork. It’s an homage to the British gastropub, featuring classic pub meals executed to fine dining standards.
The menu is unapologetically steak-obsessed (kind of like me). Yes, you could order the chicken schnitzel or gnocchi with truffled cream, but, with 11 varieties of steak up for grabs, why would you? For me, the standouts are the 250g Wagyu eye fillet and highly shareable MB3+ Angus T-bone. Keep in mind that dishes are updated seasonally—book ASAP if what I just described made your mouth water.
La Fira
Shop 2, 1726 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220
$59–165 per steak (average $87)
Mediteranean flavours ignite at Burleigh's bustling La Fira. Where slow-roasted meats and hand-crafted mezze pair perfectly with steak served with Greek-influenced flavours. There are four steaks (or Kreas) at La Fira. Each with its own unique flavour profile. If you're stopping by just once, the Wagyu ribeye platter with an impressive MB9+ score leaves a lasting impression. Though it's the 300g New York Strip with a rich fat cap and MB5+ that makes for a humble star on your order.
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Fine Dining(ish) Steak Restaurants
kōst
3 Oracle Boulevard, Broadbeach QLD 4218
$45–85 per steak (average $50)
If a single restaurant could claim ‘best steak on the Gold Coast’, kōst might be it. This sprawling 130-seat establishment flows from outdoor pavilion to booth and table fine dining—picture cream walls and stone tabletops, punctuated by pops of turquoise and gold.
The menu is equally elegant, split between cold dishes, like freshly shucked oysters and citrus ceviche, and an enticing line-up of ‘over embers’ cuisine. Yes, you could go with the grilled octopus or blackened hispi cabbage, but the real prizes here are the steaks: six choices, each equally mouthwatering.
Making the choice between the marbled tenderloin, MB5+ Wagyu rump cap, and the MB3+ Black Tyde striploin should be illegal. Or, for something truly exceptional, go the signature dry-aged cut. Be warned: it’s the kind of char-grilled magic that might make eating steak anywhere else a disappointment. P.S. kōst is one of our top 25 Gold Coast restaurants. Check out the full list here.
Lars Bar & Grill
Shop 1, 2217 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
$42–78 per steak (average $64)
Lars is the modern steak and seafood restaurant that called The Oxley home. With its top tier dishes and hyper-local produce, these are Gold Coast steaks that raise the bar. In fact, there are seven steaks on offer and an extra pay-per-100g on-the-bone plates too. Each with the option to add mushroom, roasted garlic cream, peppercorn or béarnaise, chimichurri or red wine jus sauce.
It's where casual dining meets fine dining service, and where the steak truly sings. Cooked to your liking and seasoned to perfection, you'd be hard-pressed finding a more popular dry-aged T-bone on the Gold Coast than the beauty at Lars.
Moo Moo The Wine Bar & Grill
2685 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach QLD 4218
$72–140 per solo steak (average $95) / $195 per share steak
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Wine and Wagyu. Is there a better Friday night combination? Moo Moo has a restaurant in Brisbane too, but their Broadbeach venue—featuring a wine bar and grill—is the OG. With vivid neon lighting and a vibe that’s equal parts retro and futuristic, this ain’t your typical fine dining establishment.
The MB3+ Black Angus short rib, served with a house Chinese sauce is my top contender for the Gold Coast's best steak. Though there's no denying that the signature spice-rubbed Wagyu rump cap roast—a whopping 1kg of MB6–7+ meat accompanied by potatoes fried in Wagyu fat is a real showstopper. (For an extra layer of cool, the signature Wagyu is carved at your table.)
Nineteen at the Star
The Star Gold Coast, 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach QLD 4218
$56–90 per solo steak (average $76) / $160–220 per share steak (average $186)
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Rooftop at the Gold Coast’s biggest casino, Nineteen at the Star turns the glitz up to 11—think poolside dining, giant chandeliers, and sweeping views of the Gold Coast at night. Headed up by veteran chef Michael Crosbie, the menu here is appropriately impressive, featuring eye-catchers like the $650 Beluga caviar.
The eight steak options range from a modestly priced MBS3+ Angus scotch fillet to an 800g dry-aged T-bone (grilled on an open flame), each served with a trifecta of mustards and sauces. The champion, though, is the Kiwami rump cap: 300g of beautifully marbled Wagyu that’s pretty much guaranteed to melt in your mouth. If there’s one must-try steak on the Gold Coast, this is it.
Little Truffle
2444 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218
Various based on market price
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Last but not least, Little Truffle delivers French-style haute cuisine: think petite portions, delicate flavours, and beautiful plating (plus a seriously bougie atmosphere). This Mermaid Beach restaurant was founded by serial restaurateur and chef Daniel Ridgeway, and has won a plethora of awards since it first opened in 2010.
Expecting a menu stacked with expensive cuts of meat? Think again. Little Truffle has just two a la carte steak dishes—the Wagyu short loin, served on the bone, and the Wagyu steak special. If you get the four-course menu, you’ll also be able to choose the chargrilled Angus fillet (which, I must say, goes pretty well with the vanilla panna cotta).
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