Kid-Friendly Restaurants on the Southern Gold Coast 🍴

The Southern Gold Coast isn’t just famous for its beaches — it’s also packed with family-friendly dining options where parents can relax and kids can tuck into tasty meals (or run off some energy!). From Coolangatta to Currumbin and Tweed, here are the best kid-friendly restaurants on the Southern Gold Coast that make family dining fun and stress-free.

Top Noodle – Coolangatta 🍜 (Budget Friendly)

If your little ones love sushi, noodles, dumplings, or fried rice, Top Noodle is always a winner.  Enjoy a large menu in a fuss free/judgment free zone. It’s quick, affordable, and casual — perfect for hungry families after a day at the beach.

Kids will love slurping noodles and trying little plates while parents can enjoy Ramen or adult dishes for around $17.  Located under the escalator entrance into The Strand.

Pancake Diner – Coolangatta 🥞 (Budget Friendly)

The Pancake Diner is a must for big meals on a budget. Think stacks of fluffy pancakes, waffles, milkshakes and plenty of kid-friendly menu options. The retro setting makes it fun for kids, and there are savory choices for parents too.

Specials : If you’ve got kids who are never full then try the all you can eat pancakes for just $12.99 per person….7 days a week! Thursday Night also offers – Buy one main meal get one free!

George’s Pizza & Wine Bar – Coolangatta 🍕 (Budget Friendly)

Pizza night is always a crowd-pleaser, and George’s Paragon has it sorted with kids sized to big family-sized pizzas, pasta dishes and generous portions. It’s an easy option when everyone’s craving something simple and delicious.
Kids pizzas start at $10.

Dune Café – Palm Beach/Currumbin 🌿

A place for parents to eat and kids to play.  Dune Café sits right by the lake at Palm Beach Parklands. Parents can sip coffee or enjoy fresh café meals while kids run wild on the grass.  Get your coffee to go and explore the playground, or splash in the calm inlet. It’s dining and playtime in one spot.

Danosi Kitchen – Tweed Mall 🍣

The sushi train on the outside of Tweed Mall is always a hit with kids. Watching the plates roll past is entertainment in itself, but the food is actually delicious to boot.
There are plenty of cooked options that can be ordered off the ipad menu, and we’re sure even the fussiest eaters will find something to enjoy. Delicious but also value for money.

Surf Clubs – Coolangatta, Kirra, Tugun & Currumbin 🌊

The Southern Gold Coast is dotted with surf clubs — and they’re fantastic for families. You’ll usually find kid-friendly menus, great value discounts, and unbeatable beachfront views. The relaxed atmosphere means no one notices sandy feet or giggly kids who can’t sit down.

Custard Canteen – Tallebudgera Creek🍦

Custard Canteen is a great spot for your morning coffee or a full breakfast. Plenty of outdoor seating, shady spots, and some of the best Portuguese custard tarts around. Pair it with a splash in the creek and you’ve got morning of entertainment.

Stable – Currumbin🌾

Part of the Cornerstone Stores collective, Stable is a relaxed café with a grassy outdoor area where kids can play while parents enjoy seasonal menus. Families often bring a picnic rug and make a morning of it.

Stones Throw – Currumbin 🏖️

An award-winning café with breezy outdoor seating, a sandpit, and even a caravan cubby!

Balter Brewing – Currumbin 🍻

Yes, even a brewery can be family-friendly! Balter Brewing has a big, open space with food trucks, casual dining options, and plenty of room for kids to run around while parents enjoy a locally brewed beer. It’s relaxed, social, and surprisingly perfect for a family afternoon.

Currumbin RSL – Currumbin 🌟  (Budget Friendly)

Called the “best little club in the world” by many locals, Currumbin RSL is especially welcoming to families. There’s a fenced playground, colouring activities, and on Tuesdays, kids eat free with adult meals.

Whether you’re after pancakes, pizza, noodles, sushi, or a classic surf club dinner, the Southern Gold Coast has endless options to keep the whole family happy. With so many kid-friendly restaurants in Coolangatta, Currumbin, Palm Beach and beyond, dining out doesn’t have to be stressful — it can be part of the adventure!