Vegetarian Friendly cuisine: the best places to taste it in Runaway Bay

15 restaurant menus in Australia, (the ranking and the list of restaurants are based on the number of recommendations received from users in the last month, currently updated to December 2024)
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Substance Espresso
Substance Espresso
91/100 (575 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Australian
Café
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Nice place, they have done well here. Busy atmosphere and friendly staff. Food is excellent, coffee was good. Great stuff from the originals of..."
Mr J
"There were tears when Jareth and Leah Smith sold Daark Espresso in Chirn Park, in fact the lights dimmed a little on the northside of town. But there..."
Marj Osborne
"One of my favourite cafes to go to by far on the Gold Coast. Fantastic and attentive service, delicious food and variety. Great presentation. Bagels..."
Natalie Weerasinghe
"Great service. Really good mixed menu. We went for lunch and really enjoyed it. Will be..."
Marcus Rosner
"This coffee shop is my daily body gas station. Their coffee has a kind of magic, if you try their coffee, you will not go to other coffee shops. ..."
Barry Zhou
"Lovely staff and very friendly on what is a very busy morning for the team. So good to see the staff moving briskly to manage the customers rather..."
Matthew Brown
"Good coffee&delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere.Service was friendly,attentive and..."
leaw pang kiat
"Very good coffee and nice foods. Easy access from shopping centre. It is good place to have a lunch and..."
Yellow Apple
"We had wanted to try Substance for a while and I’m glad we finally made it in. It’s a lovely spot with great indoor and outdoor dining, laid..."
Jordyn Campbell
Oasis Thai And Malay
Oasis Thai And Malay
91/100 (230 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Vegan Options
Chinese
Malaysian
Thai
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Malaysian
Thai
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
After-hours
Prawns
Lamb
Beef
Chili
Duck
Calamari
Pad Thai
Curry
Sit down
Asian
Thai
Chinese
Malaysian
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
BYOB
Takeout
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
After-hours
Mid-range
Enjoy Court Chinese Restaurant
Enjoy Court Chinese Restaurant
88/100 (175 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Asian
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Asian
Chinese
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Food was so delicious! Great vegetarian..."
Melany Wade
"Has been my go to Chinese for 10+ years. Yes, it changed owners (over a year ago) most dishes are very much the same as the previous owners. Closed..."
Cam
"Yummy Chinese. We had lunch there for the first last Friday and it was delicious. The service was wonderful and the restaurant was nice and..."
LYN Murrell
"Really great experience here. Staff were polite and prompt and the food was top notch. This will be my go to take away for my sweet and sour pork..."
Brody Birse
"Love this place. It's our local and we love the food, the staff and the owners. Cheap byo corkage as..."
Jason Cook
Gino's Trattoria
Gino's Trattoria
86/100 (411 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
European
European
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Pasta
Crab
Oyster
Carbonara
Bruschette
Pesto
Sit down
European
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Mid-range
Indian Empire
Indian Empire
85/100 (1327 ratings)
Restaurants
Balti
Balti
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Indian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Halal
Dinner
Lunch
After-hours
Kabobs
Tikka Masala
Tandoori Chicken
Beef
Lamb
Fish
Curry
Prawns
Sit down
Balti
Indian
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Street Parking
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Reservations
Delivery
Seating
Outdoor Seating
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Mastercard
Buffet
Accepts Visa
After-hours
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"I've never had Indian food on my list but as a group of us entered the restaurant, we felt warmed and welcomed by their generous staff. The food was..."
Billy Tran
"Best indian we've been able to find anywhere, and we've travelled world wide searching for the best butter chicken. The guys are really nice, prices..."
Fiona Coles
"Consistently great food...."
Ceres
"Best service that I’ve had in my Life. Impeccable service, surprising from a local reasonably priced restaurant. Perfect for birthdays or family..."
Foodie In The House
"We ordered malai kofta and the Koftas were extremely salty. As they are not made fresh they could not remake the dish apparently and no refund was..."
Saloni Shah
"Amazing and consistent food as well as friendly service. A favourite for us- would highly recommend to anyone! Best Indian in the north side of the..."
Amanda Shutes
"Indian Empire breaks the mould. A family affair, it’s run by owner and Executive Chef Subhash Sharma and his two sons Pankit and Sachit. They..."
Marj Osborne
"Excellent authentic naan bread. Flavoursome curries and quick delivery. Tandoori chicken was really nice and smokey with a good tandoor flavour...."
Jade Markovska
"Pretty good food and service.. certainly one of the better Indian restaurants around gold coast. So worth a drive if you are in gold..."
Ab Meh
"Good Indian food, friendly staff and good table service. Highly recommended :)..."
Edwin Sharma
Koharu
Koharu
85/100 (288 ratings)
Restaurants
Sushi
Japanese
Japanese
Asian
Asian
International
Sushi
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
International
Vegan Options
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Small Cups
Pan Fried Gyoza
Beef Bulgogi Bento Box
Yaki Noodles Stired Fried
Tongotsu Ramen Pork Broth
Marinade Beef
Calamari 4pcs
Karaage Mayo Teri
Salmon Sashimi
Spicy Pork
Special Roll
Mixed Sushi Platter
Spicy chicken wings
Okonomiyaki
Karaage chicken
Salmon Tuna Roll
Sit down
International
Japanese
Sushi
Australian
Asian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Free off-street parking
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Television
Street Parking
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"If you're looking for fast, affordable AND delicious Japanese cuisine, Koharu is the place to go! I've ordered take away at least 5 times now & the..."
Belinda Koh
"I had the spicy pork bowl ! Totally loved it , best customer service the lady was so friendly .. I even got a sweet in my bag .. and a small drink..."
John Hylton Smith
"Without a doubt the BEST Japanese we have eaten on the Gold Coast!! The staff were incredibly friendly and very welcoming, clearly passionate about..."
JasonMandy Garner
"Amazing service, greeted on arrival by lovely lady given menu and so welcoming. Very reasonably priced and not a long wait at all. We were given tea..."
Amy Marie
"We've eaten at Koharu a few times now and each time it's absolutely delicious. Very fresh and tasty. The restaurant itself is very clean, and the..."
Jaye Somer
"My family had the yummiest meals at Koharu tonight! Most delicious udon broth and yaki noodles were amazing. To top it all off was the fantastic..."
Kellie Cottrell
"Tasty udon soups, and great portion sizes! Amazing customer service and the tea was yummy too! Thanks for a great dinner..."
Kaela Zade
"So excited to finally have yummy fresh Japanese food in Runaway Bay! Highly recommend, excellent service and amazingly FRESH..."
Shae Rice
"Loved everything this restaurant has to offer, amazing staff, good food. Kara-age Curry a must have! Be back on my next visit to..."
Tj Peralejo
"This place rocks! Had lunch there yesterday. Carl and his team are amazing. The food is second to none. Tasty and a great price. Will definately be..."
Julie Knight
"Just got home from having our first dine in at Koharu and to say the least it won't be our last. I ordered the chicken katsu and agedashi tofu and my..."
Edlyn Wigley
"Fantastic, authentic Japanese restaurant local to home. Food is reasonably priced and the quality is fresh and mouth wateringly good every single..."
Stephanie Makedonas
"I've been there a few times. Always great food and friendly, attentive staff. Portions are very good value. Will definitely keep coming..."
Nicholas Morland
"Love the service and the portion sizes.. good value for..."
Claire Leslie
Mandarin Inn
Mandarin Inn
84/100 (646 ratings)
Restaurants
Chinese
Asian
Asian
Chinese
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Beef
Seafood Birdsnest
BBQ Duck
Long Soup
Pork
Beef with Veg Stirfry
Beef and Blackbean
Asian
Chinese
Wheelchair Accessible
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Dinner
Mid-range
The Terrace Thai Restaurant
The Terrace Thai Restaurant
83/100 (753 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
Thai
Thai
Asian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Green Curry
Fish
Fried rice
Noodle
Beef
Salad
Duck
Pad Thai
Curry
Prawns
Sit down
Thai
Asian
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We got the banquet for 2 and it was filling and tasted delicious! We even had leftovers..."
Kristina's Travels
"It was great! Dinner with the girls everybody ordered different meals and enjoyed it. I ordered the red curry salmon steak. The heart shaped carrots..."
sachi dodd
"This is the best Thai food I have eaten. The food is made with quality ingredients and is exceptionally tasty, even the carrots are diced up with..."
Danny Singletary
"The sizzling lamb strap is special. Good value for money. Al Fresco..."
Manfred Guehrer
Malay Restaurant
Malay Restaurant
83/100 (104 ratings)
Restaurants
Asian
Malaysian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Malaysian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Asian
Malaysian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Crema Espresso
Crema Espresso
81/100 (277 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Cafe
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Toasts
Café
Australian
Café
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Outdoor Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"Looking for somewhere warm for lunch on one of our coldest days ever on the Goldie, found Crema's restaurant in the Runaway Bay mall foodcourt. ..."
Stan Moulton
"Overtly attentive, helpful and friendly staff with beautifully appointed reimagined from the ground up new home. Decked out with superb lounges,..."
mat41174
"Friendly staff, very busy, coffee came out very quickly, so service very..."
Monica Wylie
"The staff are extremely friendly and thoughtful as well. Offering water and making sure our aged are well looked after and with big smiles.. Very..."
Frank Pieper
"I know I rated Crema 5 stars but for what I am looking for re a quiet place for breakfast good service and good food it ticks all the boxes. Also..."
Paul
"Every single staff member here is so beautiful, I go to Crema for my pre-work coffee every morning and I’m always greeted with a team of staff who..."
George M
"I had the big breakfast and it was really good. I always get hollandaise sauce if it’s available, cost extra but definitely worth it. The staff..."
Bigg Dazz
Yoki Thai
Yoki Thai
80/100 (377 ratings)
Restaurants
Thai
Thai
Asian
Asian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Fried rice
Pork
Beef
Calamari
Pad Thai
Curry
Prawns
Sit down
Thai
Asian
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
Runaway Bay Tavern
Runaway Bay Tavern
77/100 (846 ratings)
Quick Bites
Restaurants
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Grill
Australian
Bar
Pub
Grill
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Salad
Ribs
Lamb
Fish
Sit down
Bar
Pub
Grill
Australian
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Television
Reservations
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Loved it! The food was great and the service was fast  10/10 would go back. Restaurant was nicely decorated and had really improved since I was..."
Issac Terrill
"Came here on Boxing Day, rather quiet so the staff were very friendly and attentive. The meals were very generous in size. The prices are pretty..."
Stephen Christopher
"We love the Runaway Bay tavern! Decent sized meals, reasonable price and the staff are lovely. It's always our go-to when we can't decide where to..."
Samantha Corcoran
Ruffino's
Ruffino's
77/100 (222 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Pasta
Prawns
"Traditional Italian food. Calamari Fritti cooked to perfection. Also tried the marinara pizza which was sensational. Service was great, however..."
Stu Charter
Cafe On Bayview
Cafe On Bayview
77/100 (392 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Vegan Options
Australian
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Australian
Café
Wheelchair Accessible
Highchairs Available
Takeout
Reservations
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Mid-range
"I have eaten alot of big breakfast from all different cafes..but the Bayview big breakfast is the best one by far���..a feast for a king..great..."
Simon Schmidt
"My son and I had breakfast here yesterday simply because it's close to our holiday apartment. We found the food to be perfectly cooked and presented..."
Ellie Macris
"Had the breakfast platter for and it was delicious. Right size for 2 . Staff are friendly and helpful love the..."
Brad Young
"Great service and food. My Son was disappointed because he forgot to order a side of bacon. They promptly gave him a side of bacon for free without..."
Dustin Warthold
"Great place the staff are lovely , they have a person signing on a weekend at lunch time which give a great atmosphere the food is great as well love..."
Cheryl Cockin
"I had the big breakfast yesterday morning and it was hands down the best big breakfast I have ever had. Not to mention the staff are very nice and..."
Stephen Mckenzie
"Awesome food and atmosphere. Best tasting brekky, loved the crispy bacon. Lovely and friendly staff. Will definitely come again...."
Vicky Cuthbert
"Have been here a few times now and have enjoyed every meal and coffee! Great food and friendly..."
Karen Price
"Beautiful staff. Excellent food. Not to badly priced. Was enjoying a lovely breakfast after a morning on the..."
Michael Jacob Hargreaves
"The best breakfast I've very had! Eggs three way is a must..."
Kial Ritchie
"Amazing presentation, the food was delicious. The drinks and especially the smoothies are awesome. The customer service is delightful, 10/10..."
Eva King
"I had coffee here with two friends. They both had been several times. The decor was a little dated but the staff were happy and friendly. My..."
Jyeha Taccori
"Really enjoy coming to this cafe! Coffee is suburb and the extra bonus of a biscuit on the side is a nice touch. Absolutely love the BLT. The staff..."
Jana
"This place has fantastic service and incredible food. It’s always a pleasure to dine here! I had the breakfast wrap, totally..."
Abbey Croucher
"This is a terrific cafe! The staff are always very friendly and super efficient. Service is great and the coffee is the best in the..."
Helene williams
"Food: Tasted delicious. I have come here multiple times and they have never disappointed. They may have changed ownership but the food quality and..."
Bradley Crichton
Cafe 63
Cafe 63
74/100 (1232 ratings)
Restaurants
Cafe
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Lunch
Brunch
Breakfast
Burger
Cakes
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Pancakes
Pasta
Salad
Toasts
Café
Australian
Café
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Brunch
Breakfast
Lunch
Mid-range
"Cafe 63 always has satisfactory customer service, but the greatest part is their delicious meals, at reasonable prices, and in such a beautiful..."
Brooke Scott
"Service is average/good, food is excellent, the setting is beautiful as the café is located inside the garden centre & you have a view of plants,..."
DarkSister
"If you want to spoil yourself with something a little bit fancy but don’t want to break the bank, then Cafe 63 is your place. This gem is hidden..."
Ricefilledbelly
"Absolutely lovely, great service, amazing food, lovely surrounds. Went for breakfast with a friend. The menu was extensive. Will definately..."
Christine Philp
"Great prices, beautiful location within the nursery. And very quick service. Dog..."
Karen Li
"It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming and charming. Excellent food. We had Empire State Building Steak and the London..."
MARIAN JOY ESPARAGOZA
"It is nicely set in a garden centre, so the atmosphere is great. Much better than sitting next to a carpark. Food was dispatched quickly after..."
Stephen Marland
"Always a good feed to be had here. Definitely think the menu is too big. But hey that may be a good thing. Portions are big but the quality is fair...."
Nik Armenis
"Good food , good service and the ' Dog Friendly ' section is popular . Great environment..."
David Belton