12 Restaurants in Noosa Heads Worth Visiting
Noosa Heads has a solid lineup of dining options spread across different cuisines and styles. Whether you're after riverside views, casual bites, or something more substantial, here are the restaurants locals and visitors are gravitating towards.
- 1Restaurants Noosa Heads
1. Gusto Riverfront Restaurant
Riverfront location makes it a natural pick if you want dining with water views in Noosa Heads.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(2,237)· Google$$$$70Spot ScoreGreat 
2Restaurants Noosa Heads2. New York Minute Noosa Heads
If you're after American-style casual dining in the area, this spot offers a recognisable concept.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(1,022)· Google69Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Restaurants Noosa Heads3. Flo's Crêperie Noosa
Crêpes are a narrower offering in Noosa Heads, so this is worth a visit if you're after something specific in that category.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(1,146)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Restaurants Noosa Heads4. Season Restaurant & Bar
Combines restaurant and bar functions, useful if you want flexibility around dining and drinks in one spot.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(2,426)· Google$$$$68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Restaurants Noosa Heads5. Sum Yung Guys Restaurant
Asian cuisine option for when you want something different from typical beachside dining.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(2,559)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Restaurants Noosa Heads6. Bang Bang Noosa
Another distinct name and concept in the Noosa Heads restaurant mix.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,287)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Restaurants Noosa Heads7. Lanai Noosa - Restaurant
Part of the mid-range dining choices available in Noosa Heads.
View venue4.9(315)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Restaurants Noosa Heads8. Light Years - Noosa
Offers a different venue atmosphere within the Noosa Heads restaurant scene.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,237)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Restaurants Noosa Heads9. Cibaria Noosa
Mediterranean or European-influenced dining, broadening the cuisine options in the area.
Opens early (before 7am)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(343)· Google65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Noosa Heads10. Zibros | Italian restaurant Sicilian inspired
Specifically Sicilian Italian, providing a more defined regional cuisine choice if that appeals to you.
View venue4.9(235)· Google65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Restaurants Noosa Heads11. Rickys River Bar & Restaurant
Another riverside venue option combining bar and restaurant services.
Open SundaysView venue4.5(915)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Restaurants Noosa Heads12. Spice Girl Noosa Heads
Indian or spiced cuisine option for variety within Noosa Heads' restaurant offering.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(220)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gusto Riverfront Restaurant | 70/100 | 4.8(2,237) | $$ | Noosa Heads | Open late (after 10pm) |
| New York Minute Noosa Heads | 69/100 | 4.9(1,022) | — | Noosa Heads | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Flo's Crêperie Noosa | 68/100 | 4.8(1,146) | — | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Season Restaurant & Bar | 68/100 | 4.7(2,426) | $$ | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Sum Yung Guys Restaurant | 67/100 | 4.6(2,559) | $$ | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Bang Bang Noosa | 66/100 | 4.6(1,287) | — | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Lanai Noosa - Restaurant | 66/100 | 4.9(315) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| Light Years - Noosa | 66/100 | 4.6(1,237) | $ | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Cibaria Noosa | 65/100 | 4.8(343) | — | Noosa Heads | Opens early (before 7am) |
| Zibros | Italian restaurant Sicilian inspired | 65/100 | 4.9(235) | — | Noosa Heads | — |
| Rickys River Bar & Restaurant | 64/100 | 4.5(915) | $$$ | Noosa Heads | Open Sundays |
| Spice Girl Noosa Heads | 64/100 | 4.9(220) | — | Noosa Heads | Open late (after 10pm) |
Frequently asked questions
Are there restaurants with river or water views in Noosa Heads?+
Yes. Gusto Riverfront Restaurant and Rickys River Bar & Restaurant both emphasise riverside or water-adjacent locations in their names and positioning.
What types of cuisine are available in Noosa Heads restaurants?+
The restaurants listed cover Australian casual, Asian, Italian (including Sicilian), crêpes, Indian, and American styles, giving a reasonable range of options.
Do these restaurants have bars?+
Some venues explicitly combine restaurant and bar services—Season Restaurant & Bar, Rickys River Bar & Restaurant, and others. Check directly with individual venues for their full offering.
Should I book ahead?+
Noosa Heads is a popular destination. Booking ahead is sensible, especially during peak times and weekends. Contact the venue directly for availability and reservation policies.
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