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Where to eat Seafood food in Bilinga: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what Seafood restaurants to try in Bilinga including North Kirra Surf Club, Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood, Obala, George's Paragon Seafood Restaurant Coolangatta, Thai on the River, GALLURA Italian, Raw + Rice
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7. Raw + Rice
Reviewed By Spudsurfs
We were in Coolangatta for nearly a week and then discovered Raw + Rice. What a find! The cafe is on Marine Parade in The Reflections Tower at ground level. The decor is simple and fresh with views across the road to the beautiful Greenmount Beach. Sitting on their front deck in the shade from the hot sun was bliss. We were made most welcome as we entered the cafe. The menu is self explanatory with options including the cafes set dishes or creating your own. The choice of fresh local produce is mouth watering. We could choose either salmon, tuna or trout. I chose raw tuna. There was also available white fish, tofu or chicken. My tuna was laid on a base of quinoa and then the freshness added by the way of wasabi peas, bean sprouts and mixed greens. The dish was then completed with a tasty sauce. It was the most refreshing tasty lunch. Perfect to energise you for the afternoon. If you surf, the poke bowls available at Raw + Rice will keep you going all day. I chose fresh water to drink, but Karma Cola and Kombucha are available. This cafe is perfect for the Coolangatta area and will become iconic.
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6. GALLURA Italian
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By travelbugI_13
My family and close friends dined at this restaurant and were blown away! The food was incredible. We had a little bit of everything as we had a large group. To name a few, The polenta chips, the char grilled octopus, the seafood fragola, and the BEST arancini I've ever had anywhere in the world... Wow, so amazing and so fresh! The owners and waitresses were so attentative. They delivered every dish perfectly timed so we didn't feel rushed. They explained how the flavours worked together and recommend perfectly matched wines. It was the perfect evening! I highly recommend this restaurant! It's the whole package...perfect service, food, wine and atmosphere!
5. Thai on the River
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Roger L
We have been eating at Thai on the River since they opened and have never been disappointed. Food is always fresh and tasty. The service by owners Sally & Terry is great - always friendly. Good menu with plenty of choice. Highly recommended.
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4. George's Paragon Seafood Restaurant Coolangatta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 966 reviews
Reviewed By robyner189
By chance we passed Georges on our way back to our hotel, and on reading the menu displayed on the window we were amazed at how reasonable the prices for pasta,& seafood,and even the drinks were. So naturally that was our dinner choice venue that night, No bookings, but suggest you arrive early as tables fill quickly and the restaurant is not huge. Service and food were good and it is located opposite the beach. We will certainly be back next time in Cooley.
3. Obala
Overall Ratings
4 based on 49 reviews
Adriatic inspired fusion Cafe Restaurant, specialising in great quality food, sourced from the local area. Come meet our friendly staff and try one of our speciality dishes and cocktails.
Reviewed By JuanCameilo
Where do I start with Obala? Not only are the views of the beach fantastic but this little gem is in close proximity to a multiplicity of hotels & apartments which makes it an easy an pleasant walk to & from dinner or lunch. The service I experienced was great, not only was the clock about to tick over for happy hour to end but the lovely waitress gave me drinks at happy hour price because I was only a few minutes over, now when youâre experiencing something as little as that, it makes a colossal difference to your dining experience. The food was delectable & the atmosphere was fantastic. If & when youâre in Coolangatta or Kirra Beach next, Obala is a must!
2. Choofas Smokehouse & Seafood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 226 reviews
CHOOFAS Beachfront Coolangatta offers Alfresco Dining with views up the coast. All meals are available for Takeaway. Also CHOOFAS new Restaurant just around the corner in Griffith Street offers All Weather Dining in comfort with table service and is open
Reviewed By Kiwis2NthShoreAuck
We found this little gem on our visit to Coolangatta,it's present location is just across from the ocean but they are moving into bigger premises,it was a lovely place to dine,the food was superb,my seafood platter especially the large scallops was so fresh ,my husband really enjoyed his wild barramundi,lovely ambience ,very pleasant staff highly recommend well worth a visit
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1. North Kirra Surf Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 270 reviews
Reviewed By stellag1306
Came here with friends. The renos look great, amazing view of course, plenty of tables. The place fills quick but empties just as fast. People did not seem to hang around even though it was Sunday and there is live music. The staff seem friendly enough and were clearing the tables quickly. The food however could do with some tweaking. Every meal is ginormous but I think they sacrifice flavour. I had the roast vegetable salad, but I probably wouldnât be call it a salad. It was literally big chunks of roasted mix veggies on a bed of plain cous cous. I was expecting the cous cous to be flavoured with some kind of spice, like Moroccan and maybe have some sultanas through it to give it the flavour it needed. It was a huge plate of bland food unfortunately. My hubby and friend both had the Asian pork dish, which actually had a very nice flavour, but again it was enormous, with a tonne of rice. There is only so much sticky sweet pork a person can eat. Even my hubby couldnât finish it. If they reduced the size of the meals and concentrated on the flavour, I think they would be onto a winner. The other let down is there is no cake cabinet. You wouldnât know that they served dessert unless you asked, which is what we did. Another let down, as there were only 3 options. I say get a cabinet in there and put it on display. The desserts were amazing when they came out so I donât understand why they donât advertise them.
