Eating out

Kids Eat Free – Gold Coast

Eating out with kids can feel like a military operation. Before you’ve even left the house, you’ve packed drink bottles, backup snacks (just in case they refuse the meal you order), spare clothes for inevitable spills, bibs for little ones still mastering cutlery, and enough activities to keep everyone entertained while you eat as fast as humanly possible and sneak a sip of wine. When dining out as a family, the quicker (and less stressful) the experience, the better.

Thankfully, dining out with kids on the Gold Coast is getting easier — and far more affordable. Many local venues are going above and beyond to welcome families, offering Kids Eat Free deals, low-cost kids meals, child-friendly menus, high chairs, play areas, entertainment, and even priority service for families.

After searching high and low, I’ve put together what I believe is a comprehensive list of where Kids Eat Free on the Gold Coast (current as at January 2026). This guide is designed to help Gold Coast families find the best family-friendly restaurants, cafés, pubs, and clubs where eating out with kids doesn’t have to blow the budget.

As always, it’s a good idea to double-check with the venue when booking, as offers and conditions can change. If you know of a Kids Eat Free Gold Coast deal I’ve missed, or spot something that’s no longer available, I’d love to hear from you. Feel free to leave a comment below or send me a message on social media so I can keep this guide accurate and helpful for local families.

Enjoy stress-free family dining — and bon appétit!

Where kids eat free: Northern Gold Coast (to Broadbeach)

Monday
Beenleigh TavernBeenleigh
Windaroo TavernWindaroo
Windaroo Lakes Golf Club (kids eat for $5)Windaroo
Runaway Bay TavernRunaway Bay
Paradise Point Bowls ClubParadise Point
Parkwood Village (lunch and dinner)Parkwood
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Nerang Bowls ClubNerang
Frenzys, Southport Sharks Southport
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
Sandbar GCSurfers Paradise
TGI FridaysSurfers Paradise
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise
The Sporting Globe (Under 9yrs)Surfers Paradise
Beach HotelBroadbeach
Cora RestaurantBroadbeach

Tuesday
Windaroo Lakes Golf Club, (kids eat for $5)Windaroo
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Nerang Bowls ClubNerang
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
BMD NorthcliffeSurfers Paradise
MontezumasSurfers Paradise
TGI FridaysSurfers Paradise
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise
The Sporting Globe (Under 9yrs)Surfers Paradise
Beach HotelBroadbeach
Cora RestaurantBroadbeach

Wednesday
Windaroo Lakes Golf Club (kids eat for $5)Windaroo
Mecca BahHope Island
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Ashmore TavernAshmore
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
TGI FridaysSurfers Paradise
Beach HotelBroadbeach
Cora RestaurantBroadbeach
The Lucky SquireBroadbeach

Thursday
Windaroo Lakes Golf Club (kids eat for $5)Windaroo
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise
TGI FridaysSurfers Paradise
Beach HotelBroadbeach
Cora RestaurantBroadbeach

Friday
Jane’s Rivertown Restaurant, Dreamworld (select Fridays)Coomera
Farmhouse Restaurant, Paradise CountryOxenford
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise

Saturday
Farmhouse Restaurant, Paradise CountryOxenford
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise

Sunday
The Gem HotelAlberton
Shearers Arms TavernOrmeau
Beach House Bar and Grill (from 11am)Coomera
The Park Westfield (from 2pm)Coomera
The Boathouse TavernCoomera
Club HelensvaleHelensvale
Sandy’s Burger Pizza and PastaLabrador
Kickin’ Inn (Under 8yrs)Southport
La Playa (5-6pm)Surfers Paradise
Yankees Restaurant & Bar (11am – 10pm)Surfers Paradise

Where kids eat free: Southern Gold Coast (from Broadbeach)

Monday
Mermaid Beach Surf ClubMermaid Beach
TGI FridaysRobina
Club RobinaRobina
The Sporting Globe (Under 9yrs)Robina
Burleigh Leagues ClubMiami
North Burleigh Surf Life Saving ClubNorth Burleigh
Burleigh PavilionBurleigh Heads
Burleigh Town HotelBurleigh Heads
The Wallaby HotelMudgeeraba
Currumbin RSLCurrumbin

Tuesday
That’s AmoreMiami
Burleigh Leagues ClubMiami
North Burleigh Surf Life Saving ClubNorth Burleigh
TGI FridaysRobina
The Sporting Globe (Under 9yrs)Robina
Club RobinaRobina

Wednesday
TGI Fridays, Robina
Salt Bar, Kingscliff

Thursday
TGI FridaysRobina
Pancake DinerBurleigh Heads
Burleigh PavilionBurleigh Heads

Friday
Club BurleighBurleigh Heads

Saturday
Club RobinaRobina
Club BurleighBurleigh Heads

Sunday
Tugun TavernTugun