Whether you’re on holidays, a weekend away or just enjoying a day trip, a nice, big buffet breakfast is the perfect way to start your day on the Gold Coast.
If you are looking for the best buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast, we have done the research and put together a list of what we believe are some of the finest buffet breakfast experiences.
Based on a number of features – including the variety of food, atmosphere, unique inclusions, family-friendly facilities, and value for money – these Gold Coast venues offering buffet breakfasts will keep you going back for more, and more, and more!
The details below were correct at time of publishing, and while we update this list regularly, please consult individual venues prior to visiting.
Akoya – Surfers Paradise
Housed in The Langham at Surfers Paradise, the stunning view of the coastline will ignite your appetite, which can be quenched with the delicious food on offer at the Akoya daily breakfast buffet.
Showcasing fresh, seasonal and local produce, the buffet has a large variety of food, suited for even the fussiest of breakfast diners.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: The Langham, 38 Old Burleigh Road, Surfers Paradise
Bistro On3 – Broadbeach
Start the day right with a plentiful breakfast buffet at Bistro On3 at the Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach. This family-friendly restaurant located on Level 3 of the hotel, serves up everyone’s breakfast favourites including freshly baked goods.
Soak up the atmosphere, indulge a little and leave knowing your bellies are full and ready to enjoy a day on the beautiful Gold Coast.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach, 81 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Catch Restaurant – Surfers Paradise
Located on Level 1 at Hilton Surfers Paradise, Catch Restaurant serves up a full breakfast buffet daily to hotel guests and visitors, utilising fresh and sustainably sourced ingredients. The coastal vibe of this Gold Coast restaurant and the tasty food is the perfect way to start any day.
Breakfast Hours: 7:00am – 10:30am daily
Address: Hilton Surfers Paradise, 6 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Citrique – Surfers Paradise
If you are looking for a buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast which caters magnificently for everyone’s palettes, and is set in elegant surrounds, then you don’t need to look any further than Citrique.
The variety is incredible, with all the usual hot and cold buffet favourites, but also some pleasant extras you didn’t realise you needed. With both Asian and Western-style breakfasts on the buffet, there is also pancakes, an omelette and egg station, and more.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Cove Café – Sanctuary Cove
IMAGE CREDIT: Intercontinental Hotel Sanctuary Cove
The recently reimagined Cove Cafe at the Intercontinental Hotel Sanctuary Cove has a delightfully fresh and airy, tropic-inspired aesthetic reflecting the natural beauty of Sanctuary Cove. If you are staying at the hotel, the breakfast will be included, but if you are heading to Sanctuary Cove to take in all this small marina has to offer, it’s worth heading out early to enjoy the buffet spread on offer here.
There is an omelette station with eggs cooked your way, fresh juices, seasonal fruit, international dishes, delicate pastries, and of course coffee.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: Sanctuary Cove, Manor Circuit, Hope Island
Fables Breakfast Lounge – Surfers Paradise
Devour a full hot and cold breakfast buffet at family-friendly Fables Breakfast Lounge. Sit back, relax and dine on all the usual favourites, as well as some special treats. Washed down with a hot coffee or tea, dining at Fables is a brilliant way to fuel up and start the day.
Breakfast Hours: 7:00am – 10:00am daily
Address: Mantra Legends Hotel, 25 Laycock Street, Surfers Paradise
Kalinda Restaurant – Benowa
Although not in a super fancy restaurant with international buffet options on offer, we have listed the buffet breakfast at Kalinda for a couple of reasons. One is because it will give you all you need in a buffet breakfast for a very reasonable price compared to other buffets hosted on the Gold Coast. Two, because it is in the lovely RACV resort that features a beautiful setting and glorious poolside view.
But, one of the things we think families – ok kids – will love the most? The buffet comes with its own ice-cream station! It may not be what most parents imagine when heading somewhere to feed the kids first up in the morning, but it’s almost definitely a dream come true for any child! For the adults, there are made-to-order eggs, waffles, daily specials, and barista made coffee too.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:00am (10:30am weekends)
Address: RACV Royal Pines Resort, Level 2, Ross Street, Benowa
Shoreline Restaurant – Main Beach
Not only is this resort situated right next to one of the best theme parks on the Gold Coast, and right across the road from the beach, but the buffet breakfast at the Shoreline Restaurant at Sea World Resort is also one of the best-value, quality buffets in the area. We love this place for its value for money for families.
Although their price is so low, their quality and quantity of food is not – with an egg station, all the hot and cold food options a buffet breakfast should have, pancakes, waffles, bakery goods, and continental options too. You can also purchase a barista made coffee, milkshakes, or freshly squeezed juice if you want something more tailored than the juice and coffee station included in the buffet.
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: Sea World Resort, Sea World Drive, Main Beach
SkyPoint Bistro and Bar – Surfers Paradise
IMAGE CREDIT: SkyPoint on Facebook
A buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast that gets some serious points just for its insane location and views has to be the one hosted by the SkyPoint Bistro and Bar.
While tickets to the buffet are bought on the ground floor, all the action takes place 77 floors up in the rooftop restaurant, which boasts 360 degree views of the Gold Coast landscape below and beyond.
The icing on the delectable pastry? Your buffet ticket also includes entry to the SkyPoint Observation Deck too!
Breakfast Hours: 7:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 3003 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise
The Star Gold Coast – Broadbeach
For a buffet breakfast on the Gold Coast experienced with true grandeur, the Harvest Buffet at The Star might be just what you are looking for. You won’t be disappointed here, with a dedicated omelette station, eggs made to order, pancakes, waffles, seasoned fruits, Asian dishes, baked goods, and all the fry-up options you could dream of.
The restaurant is happy to cater to allergies and they have an actual coffee cafe for those who like their blend a particular way. In fact, all of the buffet options here (lunch and dinner too) are well worth checking out. We particularly love their floor-to-ceiling glass walls that overlook the pool, the height-appropriate children’s buffet, as well as a very tempting dessert station with its mesmerising chocolate fountain!
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Terraces Restaurant – Main Beach
IMAGE CREDIT: Terraces Restaurant, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast
Housed inside the opulent Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast, Terraces Restaurant happily delivers on its guest expectations of quality when it comes to its buffet breakfast spread. With views overlooking their stunning resort pool, their buffet includes endless coffee and tea, as well as gluten free and vegetarian options.
If your kids aren’t likely to make an effective dint in the buffet, the restaurant also has a ‘Kids Corner’ menu, with plenty of filling and delicious options for a cheaper price. We love this buffet location, as, when you are completely full, you can roll out for a quick dip in the pool, or, just beyond it, can access the beach from a back gate at the hotel.
Breakfast Hours: 6.00am – 10.30am daily
Address: 71 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
Waves Restaurant – Surfers Paradise
Waves Restaurant in Surfers Paradise bills itself as being the venue for ‘people who love buffets’ and it appears locals agree with this assessment whole-heartedly too. With a beautiful setting and an abundance of buffet breakfast food options, we love the whole family can happily be catered for here.
All of the favourites are on offer, so you will leave satisfied; whether it’s a fry up, continental selection, bakery goods, pancakes, or tropical fruit style brekkie you are craving. A talented chef is even on hand to cook your eggs any way you like them (which is like heaven to a parent who has family members who all prefer a different type!).
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10am daily
Address: 3032 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise
Bazaar Restaurant – Surfers Paradise
Temporarily closed for renovations (8/5/2025)
The Bazaar buffet breakfast option at QT on the Gold Coast really has to be seen to be believed. Not only is the decor warm and inviting, but the range of traditional and international offerings are simply inspiring.
Whether you’re after delicate French-style pain au chocolat, bagels, pastries, or donuts, Asian-inspired congee, miso soup, or steamed pork buns, or simply a traditional fry up, they have it all! In addition, you will find an omelette station, cold meats, waffles and more. You will need to wear your extra-stretchy pants to make sure you have room to fit it all in!
Breakfast Hours: 6:30am – 10:30am daily
Address: 7 Staghorn Avenue, Surfers Paradise
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