Central Lounge Bar and Dining

Gold Coast



At a glance

Ideal for
Known for
premium steaks, fresh seafood and Italian specialties
Features
Price
$$$$ Moderately Priced
Local tip
Friday and Saturday offer the latest closing time, with service continuing until 10:00pm.

Central Lounge Bar and Dining is a contemporary restaurant and lounge on Orchid Avenue in Surfers Paradise. The venue brings together modern Australian dining and European influences, with a menu shaped by Italian, French and Mediterranean traditions. It offers a choice of premium steaks, fresh seafood, Italian dishes, share plates and wood-fired pizzas.

The restaurant suits a range of occasions, from a relaxed lunch or dinner to cocktails and drinks with friends. Its dining style is casual and polished, creating a setting that works for both an easy meal and a more considered evening out. The menu focuses on quality ingredients and careful preparation, with European culinary techniques informing the kitchen.

Central Lounge also operates as a bar and social lounge. The drinks selection includes cocktails, wines and premium spirits, alongside lighter food options for guests stopping in for an evening drink. The atmosphere is contemporary and lively, with indoor dining and alfresco tables that connect the venue with the activity of Surfers Paradise.

Its location makes Central Lounge a practical choice for locals, visitors and groups looking to meet for food or drinks in the Gold Coast entertainment precinct. The setting is suited to casual catch-ups, shared meals, date nights and evening socialising, while the broad menu gives diners several styles of food to choose from.

Central Lounge Bar and Dining trades for lunch, dinner and drinks throughout the week. Sunday to Thursday service runs from 11:30am to 9:30pm, while Friday and Saturday service continues until 10:00pm. Reservations are available by phone or email, and the venue is located at Shop 8, 27–33 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise.

Frequently Asked Questions

The venue is at Shop 8, 27–33 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 4217.
It opens from 11:30am to 9:30pm Sunday to Thursday, and from 11:30am to 10:00pm on Friday and Saturday.
Bookings can be made by calling 0413 819 359 or emailing bookings@centrallounge.business.
Yes. The venue has alfresco tables as well as indoor seating.
Menu suitability for dietary requirements can be confirmed directly with the venue by phone or email.
Reservations are available for groups and social gatherings, with booking enquiries handled by the venue.
Central Lounge is in Surfers Paradise, on Orchid Avenue near the precinct’s dining and nightlife venues.
The venue caters to locals and visitors seeking lunch, dinner, shared food, cocktails or drinks with friends.
Enquiries can be directed to 0413 819 359 or bookings@centrallounge.business.

Top Things To Do in Gold Coast

See All →

Trusted local guides, read by millions every month

  • 2006 online since
  • 26.2M page views a month across the network
  • 14 languages

180+ destination guides, one network

Every guide covers a single destination on its own website, with events, restaurants, things to do and places to stay chosen from local recommendations.

My Guide Network Locations

Nearby Destinations

Add to your trip

Add your travel dates so we can place this on the right day, or save it for later.

Added to your trip Added to day {[{trip.toast.day}]}, MorningAfternoonEvening Saved to your trip Already in your trip Transfer saved to your trip Save your trip to get fresh suggestions Staying in {[{trip.toast.label}]} Base cleared Trip deleted Link copied Could not save your trip Something went wrong, please try again