Image credit: Madame Wu. Venues listed in no particular order.
Picture rooftop spritzes, breezy waterfront tables, hidden garden nooks and that coastal sunset that seems to linger a little longer up here in Queensland.
Whether you’re out to impress, celebrate, or simply escape the group chat for a few hours, there’s a venue to match the mood. To make planning the perfect night ridiculously easy, Now Book It has handpicked nine of Queensland’s most romantic spots you can secure a table at right now.
1. C’est Bon
This beloved French eatery turns every date night into a slightly très romantique affair with seasonal, locally sourced plates that manage to feel both elegant and utterly unpretentious, whether you’re sharing duck prepared to perfection or grazing on terrine and Parisian gnocchi together.
The venue itself is a multi-layered delight with intimate candlelit tables in the main dining room, a snug wine cellar for whisper-worthy conversations, and a rooftop bar perfect for champagne with sunset views.
Location: 609/611 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday 8.30am – late
2. Madame Wu
If your idea of romance includes bold Asian flavours and elevated nightlife energy, Madame Wu in Brisbane City delivers on every level. As you step into its stylish space, you’ll feel instantly caught up in something a little special.
The menu reads like a love letter to modern Asian cuisine, with share-style dishes that are perfect for feeding the flirtation: think elegantly spiced dumplings, rich curries, wood-fired delights and desserts worth lingering over. Pair it all with inventive cocktails or a carefully curated wine and sake list as the soundtrack hums just loud enough to keep the mood alive.
Location: 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane
Hours: Daily 12pm – late
3. Gerard's
At Gerard’s Brasserie in Fortitude Valley, romance comes with a side of culinary adventure. This beloved neighbourhood restaurant blends Mediterranean flair with Middle Eastern soul and a dash of Brisbane cool, creating an atmosphere that’s both warm and effortlessly stylish.
Think shared plates that spark conversation, from smoked eggplant and octopus to house-made breads and rich, aromatic mains that beg to be paired with something from their carefully curated wine list. Arrive with plans for one drink and you might just wind up staying for the excellent desserts.
Location: 12/15 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Hours: Monday to Thursday 5.30pm – late; Friday to Saturday 12pm – 3pm & 5.30pm – late
4. Siblings Kirra
Set just steps from the sand in sunny Kirra, Siblings serves up romance with a side of sea breeze and seriously good food. This laid-back yet effortlessly stylish restaurant feels like the perfect date night destination with a menu that champions fresh, local produce and bold, seasonal flavours.
Share vibrant plates like ocean-fresh seafood, perfectly charred greens, and house-made pastas. With relaxed coastal vibes, friendly service, Palm trees outside, and a soundtrack that keeps the conversation flowing, what’s not to love?
Location: 15 Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Hours: Daily, 11am – late
5. The North Room
Stylish and intimate with a side of contemporary flair, The North Room has the chops to turn a date night into an occasion. From the moment you step inside its chic interior, you can turn to your date to confirm that this is somewhere worth lingering. The menu is a celebration of refined yet playful dishes that are made to share, featuring inventive flavours and impeccable presentation that pairs beautifully with their thoughtful wine and cocktail list.
Whether you’re swapping bites of a rich, perfectly cooked main or toasting with some sparkling as the night unfolds, this Mermaid Beach gem manages to feel special without ever trying too hard.
Location: Shop 1/ 2527 Gold Coast HWY, Mermaid Beach
Hours: Thursday 5pm – late;
Friday to Saturday 12.30pm – 2.30pm & 5pm – late
6. The Tropic
Perched on the edge of Burleigh Pavilion with the Pacific whispering just metres away, The Tropic delivers effortless romance with a side of ocean air. Mediterranean-leaning, modern Australian dishes shine alongside freshly shucked oysters, bold rib eye and cocktails blushing in sunset hues, all framed by uninterrupted sea views that invite long lunches and even longer nights.
As the light fades and the waves roll in below, this beachfront beauty turns every table into the best seat for a little coastal romance.
Location: 43 Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads
Hours: Daily 12pm – late
7. Gusto Riverfront Restaurant
Set along the calm curve of the Noosa River, Gusto Riverfront is all about candlelit reflections and a slow-burn kind of romance. European-inspired plates showcase top-tier local produce, matched with an impressive wine list that rewards indecision and service that knows exactly when to lean in and when to let the moment breathe.
As boats drift past and the sky softens into dusk, Gusto becomes a place where conversation flows as smoothly as the wine.
Location: 257 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville
Hours: Daily, 11am – 11pm
8. Season Restaurant & Bar
Set right at the sand’s edge on Hastings Street with views that stretch across Laguna Bay, Season is where relaxed beachfront cool meets modern Australian finesse, perfect for a dinner date that feels as effortless as it is memorable. The menu champions fresh, seasonal produce with a seafood slant, from tempura oysters to creamy saffron linguine with spanner crab, all paired beautifully with an excellent wine list and beach-side breezes that drift through the open dining spaces.
With attentive service that’s warm without being stuffy and a bar that pours cocktails worth lingering over, this is the kind of Noosa room where toasts turn into second drinks, and the backdrop turns every moment golden into night.
Location: 25 Hastings St, Noosa Heads
Hours: Daily, 11am – late
9. Maman
Nestled in the heart of Burleigh Heads on James Street, Maman brings a warm, intimate energy to Mediterranean dining that’s perfect for a date night with a little extra flavour. Inspired by sun-soaked coastal kitchens and crafted with fresh, local and organic ingredients, its menu of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-leaning shared plates lets you nibble and sip your way through vibrant dishes that spark conversation and connection.
With playful, no-nonsense cocktails and sustainable wines flowing alongside delights like sumac-spiced chicken, lamb kofta and burrata with heirloom tomatoes, the room feels lively yet cosy, ideal for lingering over good food and great company.
Location: 49 James St, Burleigh Heads
Hours: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm – late;
Friday to Saturday 12pm – late
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