Visited last night & was by far the best buffet we have ever been to. So much variety & not a single thing that us 3 adults & 2 kids didn’t enjoy. The staff were lovely & very attentive from collecting our plates, forks etc to the drink service. Nothing worse than waiting for a drink half way through your meal.
Will definitely be returning as we were 100% happy with everything. Big thumbs up from me & my family.
The food was amazing. The seafood was fresh and plentiful. Excellent variety of cold dishes. The desserts were delicious and plenty to choose from, not to mention the icecream and on tap M & Ms. The staff were amazing. Highly recommend this restaurant.
Once again the food was just amazing and the staff were lovely. A great way to spend our 39th wedding anniversary. I would highly recommend Citrique to anyone who appreciates great food and great service. �
Very fresh seafood includes Oysters, crabs, prawns and Morton Bay Bugs, yummy hot food with variety. The people there are all very enthusiastic, energetic, friendly and helpful. We had a wonderful time there on Sunday lunch. Will definitely recommend more friends to visit.
Great staff so friendly we booked and got a private table away from the crowd just plenty of seafood a must
Staff are amazing..... Every time!
Food is always fresh and beautifully displayed.
There is a good variety of food to choose from.
When we visit the Gold Coast Citrique is a must for us every visit!
We love it for breakfast, lunch or Diner :)
The seafood and service was exceptional! Definitely the best seafood buffet I've been to so far
Had Mother’s Day here and loved it! Great staff, great food! Thank you
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Citrique is a high end buffet in the Marriott Surfers Paradise with beautiful atmosphere and great service. They serve a seafood buffet for dinner (and lunch on the weekend) and a breakfast buffet every day.
The issue I had with the seafood buffet was that I didn't actually like 2/3rds of the seafood. The cooked salmon was delicious. And the salmon sashimi wasn't bad either. But the oysters lacked any liquor and were rather bland. As were the scallops. The crab probably was tasty once but it had been overcooked. They had a broiled oyster dish (Oysters Kilpatrick) but it was more a bacon delivery system than a dish for a seafood lover. And while the fish inside the sushi was fine (they had only maki, no nigiri) the rice itself was too cold, hard/brittle, and undervinegared.
They did have a nice selection of cheeses, breads/crackers, and sweet desserts and I very much appreciated the fresh coffee (or tea) provided with dessert. And the wine list was excellent (I had a glass of a Sauvignon Blanc that complemented the salmon nicely). And as I said, the decor is lovely and the service impeccable. I just wish the seafood was better.
Everything I put on my plate was delicious and top quality. Recommend going here at least once a year.
Steve’sfoodadventure’s
+5
Breakfast buffet was amazing spanner crab and salmon omelette with eggs benny plus pastries and all kinds of juice this buffet is amazing definitely spend $40 for breakfast the decors beautiful and the service was excellent for how busy it was
1st class breakfast buffet, everyone was very helpful and professional. A special thanks to steve and shoalin for the extra help with our little ones, mad for a relaxing morning.
Rate: 4.5/5
We dined here Friday night for the famous seafood buffet. And I’ve got to say, one of the best seafood buffets I’ve been too. The seafood was fresh and the hot food was also delicious with lots to choose from. The 4.5/5 and not 5 would be due to the dessert bar which could be improved... desserts were nice but none were a stand out for us and could benefit from more variety. The staff is what made our night so memorable though - our waitress Ildiko was friendly, attentive and kept checking on us to make sure we were okay despite being run off her feet. Nobu was outstanding, I had told him we are out celebrating me becoming a registered pharmacist and he came out with a special dessert platter and chocolates. Absolutely fantastic service, thank you for making our night so memorable.
Citrique ticks all the boxes for an excellent hotel restaurant. I had the pleasure of dining for breakfast and lunch. The breakfast buffet has most of your favourite fare with a few oriental touches such as miso soup and steamed rice. Potentially could have more variety though. We didn’t have the buffet for dinner, opting for the a la carte instead which did not disappoint. Service was excellent and little touches like a hand written note on my cocktail was much appreciated.
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I visited here on my birthday. Everything was great! I loved oyster, fresh salmon, smoked salmon.... every seafood here was really tasty! As I saw some bad review before I went there on Zomato which made me anxious, but what I found was it's just a great restaurant! And not only seafood but they carried many kind of hot dishes that also satisfied us a lot!( I really loved a grilled salmon with cream sauce and curry-tasted chicken! The salad section was also nice.) In addition, service was lovely. Waitresses are always trying to satisfy us by cleaning up our table quickly and coming to us a lot to check our water glasses and wine glasses.
They took a photo of us and celebrated me with such a pretty card. Also, the end of dinner they carried a birthday plate singing a song for me. Who could expect to receive birthday surprise twice?😂
Oh and I shouldn't miss to write about dessert section which had a lot of kind of amazing sweets! I really loved something like custard pudding with comported apple(?).
Thank you citrique for making my birthday that wonderful!
Exactly what you expect from a 5 Star hotel. Brilliant service, friendly staff and a wide selection of food for breakfast and dinner. My one complaint is that lunch is the same as dinner and it would have been nice to have a different selection for every meal.
Very nice spread of food..
Came in very late for our breakfast buffet, but the lovely chef Ash served us very patiently.
Omelette station including smoked salmon and camembert cheese, it was more than expected.
Asian station with steamed BBQ pork buns, steamed rice and congee, steamed vegs and asian pickles/condiments complete it all for both mine and hubby's taste. Lady at the entrance / host was very humble and kind.
Grand and cozy ambiance perfecting the experience, if only for the coffee cups would be much better with white china cups and saucers..hence i didn't have my coffee this morning, and opt for the juice instead.
Overall very enjoyable breakfast ~ definitely will be back.
We love Citrique. Staff are always friendly, nice seating, and the food is delicious.
We found the dinner buffet to have a good selection of food, including fresh seafood and the dessert bar never disappoints!
The only issue I personally have, is that I don't eat a lot of red meat and don't eat beef at all and would like to see, perhaps, gravy out with red meat dishes or more chicken and/or seafood dishes prepared.
I found the few times I have gone there, there seemed to be a 'meat of the night' with a few dishes made with the same type of meat and the roast looked dry. Maybe it was just the nights we were there...I am not sure but there is plenty to eat other than meat....and we will return.
We came here for the seafood dinner buffet and we were greeted by a friendly host who walked us to our table and explained the buffet to us. The seafood spread was really fresh and there was a good variety of hot and cold dishes at the buffet. There was an array of toppings for the ice-creams too. Each of the staff we encountered were pleasant and friendly. It was an enjoyable evening.
In celebration of the Olympics, Citrique is taking their guests on a tour around the world through the exploration of taste during their International Food Festival. Located on the ground floor of Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, Citrique is a seafood lover’s dream come true. The seafood selection at this buffet restaurant includes everything from Tasmanian smoked salmon, crab, and bugs to fresh prawns and scallops. During the festival, you can find everything from American corn chowder, Japanese sashimi, to Chinese chow mein, and French whole salmon with lemon butter and a side of cauliflower gratin. But, save some room for your dessert as the ice cream station is absolutely incredible.
We went there on a Saturday night (Mexican themed). The atmosphere was fantastic - live music and waitress walking around offering specialty food (on top of what was available through the buffet). The seafood buffet was amazing, my favourite in south east Queensland! The choices were endless! Mind you the nachos were yummy too!
Dined here to celebrate our anniversary, received great service from staff who got us a more private table away from the crowd. Food was fantastic, there is a great selection to choose from and seafood buffet is great for all those seafood lovers. We even received complimentary cupcakes! Will definitely be returning.
Went there for our wedding anniversary.. The food was outstanding! Everyone at our table loved it.. The variety of seafood was great, and each of us found hot dishes we liked... The dessert section was breathtaking, so many varieties... And the ice creams... Best buffet we've been too on the Gold Coast.. Thank you for such a great evening and helping us celebrate our wedding anniversary. Will definitely be back and recommend you to our friends and family.
What an amazing brekkie here! It's a buffet style and lots of food you can taste. They are fresh and tasty. One of my favorite is the omlet which the chef makes infront of us. You'll enjoy how they make it. You are able to choose the ingredients such like bacon, veggies, olive etc! You can order your own one. Fresh fruit and fruit juice, pancake, muffins, I love all. Worth trying
One of the best buffets we've been to, extensive variety of tantalising seafood was fresh abundant, the desert bar and icecream bars variety of decadent sauces and topping are to die for you would wish you had a second stomach.
Outstanding quality, service and variety. We've been to Citrique for dinner buffets and breakfast buffets and have never been disappointed. The variety of food is extensive and the freshness is amazing considering it's a buffet. Highly recommended.
Great but too expensive for Kids. Loved the varieties of different food and beautiful seafood. We go there when we have special event but I always find that Kids' price is too high. 7 year old son only eats pasta and bread and he had to pay $40 for it.
Seafood buffet heaven. This large restaurant in the Marriott hotel is excellent if you like the buffet style of eating. The selection is vast and not limited to seafood, $85 per adult and half price for children up to 12 it is well worth the price. Warning, ordering from the menu will result in extreme disappointment.
Nicole Fett Michaels
+4.5
Exceptionally designed and decorated, this restaurant is outstanding in both food and presentation. The buffet choices are substantial and the produce of the highest quality. Check out their Facebook site for special offers. The only let down was virtually nonexistent customer service and slowest of slow plate clearing. We were never once asked if we wanted more drinks, no one came to pour wine ever, and we ate dessert with mains plates, finger bowls and crab shells piled up in front. Coffee? Not sure if they have it as no one asked if we wanted any nor was there someone available to ask.
Despite this, definitely recommend checking it out.
I tend to avoid buffets as the hot food options often leave much to be desired. Based on the good reviews, we decided to venture down to Citrique for father's day. We absolutely loved it. The seafood was as fresh as it could be. Unlimited sashimi is always a plus in my book. The hot food/dessert was of an equally high standard. Can't wait to go back!
The Invisible Food Critic
+4.5
One of My Fav Buffets. Marriott Hotel Buffet breakfast, lunch & dinner is one of the three best buffets in Gold Coast I'd suggest to family and friends. The price is not too hefty with what they supply. Fresh seafood, good service and a wonderful hotel, what more can I expect? I rate this place a good 7/10
This review is for the breakfast buffet and a la carte.
Would we return? Yes
Good? Variety and good quality
Bad? Minor issues
The buffet is huge with a wide variety of continental and cooked options including a waffle and pancake bar and omelettes made to order. At $36 ($39 on Sundays) it's not cheap, but we've paid more for a lot less at certain establishments in Brisbane and if you're looking to fill up for a big day you'll do well here. I was impressed by the quality of food. I tend to associate buffets with wilted salads and cold soggy eggs that have been sitting around far too long but this was not the case.
It is unfortunate that only filtered coffee is included, you'll pay extra for a latte and service was a little slow on day 2 when we ordered from the a la carte menu.
Overall a pleasant and tasty experience.
Huge selection of all varieties of food. Crab, natural oysters & scallops were fantastic, as was the selection of antipasto, cheeses, all sauces & dressings. Carvery meat was chewy, but roast potatoes amazing. Asian selection was ok - braised pork belly to die for!! Spring rolls were horrible. Pizza was ok but cold. Oysters kilpatrick were a huge let-down; the one thing I was most looking forward to. They weren't fresh out of oven (maybe had been left to sit for a long time, then reheated in microwave or something). The oyster itself was chewy, bacon mushy & they didn't seem to have any sauce on them. I found none of the hot food actually hot - lukewarm if lucky. Dessert range huge & tasted fantastic. Overall, I did enjoy the night.. I will be back again, next time knowing exactly what's good & what's not!
I surrender!! The buffet has beaten me hands down!! Great choice in seafood. Oh BTW QT doesn't have sashimi or scallops. Citrique does. But pricey but u walk away satisfied. I went with an empty stomach and attacked the seafood area... fresh oysters, spanner crab, salmon tuna sashimi, prawns, muscles, moreton bay bugs.... oh there's BBQ prawns on the other side w/ the roast meats. QT has its hot food as a niche... this place has seafood... mind u don't expect top grade.. it's gooood quality. but in managing expectations don't expect fine dining seafood grade. After all it's a Buffett!! :)
Saturday night buffet. Exceptional service and great variety of food. The most variety i've seen, like in a 5 star hotel overseas. Quite expensive though and setting is very formal. Good for date but not so for family with kids as everyone acts very elegantly.
Great buffet. My boyfriend took me to Citrique for my birthday. Such a beautiful restaurant and it is the best seafood buffet I've had. Seafood was so fresh, and the live cooking station was great, with the chef making a lovely laksa soup! I'll definitely be going there again. One thing about the service - my boyfriend cut his finger badly a mudcrab, and it took 10 minutes for staff to bring a bandaid. A lady from the table next to us had to give us one from her bag while we waited. Didn't bother us too much, we will be back :)
Fantastic buffet. Full seafood selection with many other foods available (Thai, carvery, pizza and an amazing selection of desserts). Service was great. We will definitely go back!
Value for money. Citrique the revamp of Lagoon restaurant is very impressive. The menu has also changed. Definitely improved. I have been to the buffet several times. The food overall is fantastic. My only critique is that the raw oysters are not 100% fresh. Service most times were outstanding.
Having undergone a $20 million refurbishment last year, Citrique sparkles with sophistication, cream granite pillars offsetting the dark timber floor and furniture, the opulent colours of autumn crowned with golden leaves suspended from discs of light overhead. Floor to ceiling glass on two sides of the restaurant overlook the lush tropical gardens and rainforest pool. It’s now one of our favourite settings – for a drink in the co
It has definitely been modernised. The Marriott has always had "live" cooking stations at their buffet which allows guest to order custom made dishes and interact with the chef as the order is completed. There is now more emphasis on this aspect of the buffet with a live pizza station, risotto station, laksa noodle station and more. The buffet is broken into zones, firstly the "Cold Zone" which features
We booked for a birthday dinner, it was so good. The seafood was so fresh and there were so many options to choose from. The oysters were definitely our favourite along with the mussels. The buffet was always full. The sides were also great! The crunchy potatos were delicious. It’s worth the $120 per person. I love the venue, the entrance is amazing.
Fine dining at its best with plenty of food! Hubby got the 3 course meal for $89 (pork belly, beef, mango cheesecake). I got the lamb with a side salad. All dishes are exquisite in taste and presentation. Highly recommend
My friend told me we were going to try crocodile meat and kangaroo tails (≧∀≦),I was looking forward to it. It’s so nice, beyond my expectation! The menu is designed for Australia Day, and every dish is really iconic, and I learned many Australia foods. e.g. I didn’t know crocodile is common in northern regions. The baby carrots must have roasted with honey/sugar, it tasted like sweet potato.
A lovely culinary experience. A high staff/guest ratio meant our every need was covered very quickly. A great birthday night. Special praise to Jay Jay for your attentive service.
Had seafood buffets for dinner on Friday nigh, great service, waitress are so nice and friendly, my waiter is Nosh he made my day, he gave me a little surprise, it was a beautiful plate with two word “love” and “joy”.
The whole experience was phenomenal. From making the booking to being greeted the second we entered the hotel. Our waiters & other staff were very attentive to us & to other diners. It was extremely refreshing to see the personal contact between staff & diners. People greeted us by name & acknowledge our anniversary. Franco the restaurant Manager was very friendly, kind & took the time to talk to us. He & other people in company suits were assisting other team members clear tables. All staff were happy & very approachable. No question was a bother. . The food was fresh, great variety & very filling. Amazing service. We will be back.
My experience here was absolutely perfect. From the first plate to the last, there was amazing service and food presentation in ample amounts. 10/10
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