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8 of the Best Restaurants with a View on the Sunshine Coast

Updated: Jan 20, 2025

There's nothing better than dining with a view, and the Sunshine Coast has plenty spots to sip, snack and soak up the stunning surrounds! From beaches and creeks to lush hinterland, rivers and bush - here are 8 of the best Sunshine Coast restaurants with a view:

Bistro C, Noosa

Step off the sand and into the relaxed and stylish Bistro C where great food and drinks from the luxurious bar await. This absolute beachfront restaurant and bar takes up one of the best spots in Noosa. If you’re in for breakfast, lunch, sunset cocktails or dinner, the view is all yours

Located at the edge of the Mooloolaba Marina, Pier 33 is a bright and breezy waterfront diner boasting an Australian menu with Asian-fusion inspiration

Table on the water, Rickys River Bar & Restaurant Noosa

This iconic Sunshine Coast restaurant boasts a modern Australian menu, filled with sumptuous seafood options and ingredients sourced from the owners' Noosa Hinterland farm and unbeatable views. Catch a ferry straight to Ricky's wharf for an extra special dining experience

Boasting one of the best views of the Maroochydore River, The Boat Shed boasts the finest local produce, delicious cocktails, a creative Modern Australian menu and a relaxed casual dining atmosphere

Perched on the edge of the escarpment in Montville, The Edge Restaurant is a breathtaking venue boasting a delicious all day menu, stunning hinterland mountain views and tasty drinks

This award-winning hinterland restaurant is a must-do when visiting the Sunshine Coast. Set in lush tropical surrounds, Spirit House boasts a mouthwatering Asian-inspired menu, an unbeatable setting and a equally as impressive wine & beverage list - plus it has a cooking school

Harry’s On Buderim is a fine dining restaurant offering modern Australian menu from a two-hatted chef. Housed within a charming 120-year-old homestead, this beautiful restaurant showcases the freshest local produce and ingredients

Positioned on two hectares in the scenic Noosa hinterland, The Doonan is a stunning garden-style venue with indoor and alfresco dining, multiple beer gardens, bars, a pizzeria, ice creamery, cellar door and multiple function spaces

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