Sofia's Restaurant & Bar
shop g0/53 Victoria Avenue, Broadbeach Gold Coast, Queensland 4218, Australia
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•Why you'll love Sofia's Restaurant & Bar
- Tailored Menus & Drinks - House-made pasta, premium meats, award-winning wines & signature cocktails bring a true taste of Italy to your event.
- Prime Broadbeach Location - Close to hotels, the convention centre, casino & transport—convenient for all your guests.
- Flexible, Elegant Spaces - Coastal-meets-Italy style with custom setups for anything from intimate large dinners to full venue celebrations.
Located in the heart of Broadbeach, Sofia’s Restaurant & Bar is a modern Italian venue known for its elegant design, relaxed coastal atmosphere, and seamless event experiences. With a mix of indoor and alfresco spaces, Sofia’s is the perfect setting for everything from intimate group dinners to large-scale functions and exclusive venue hire.
The interior blends natural textures, warm lighting, arched details, and soft terracotta tones—creating a stylish yet welcoming space that evokes the charm of the Italian coast. Outside, the sun-drenched courtyard is ideal for long lunches, cocktail events, or dinners functions.
Sofia’s offers a seasonal menu designed to be shared, featuring fresh seafood, exclusive meat cuts, house-made pasta, and bold Italian flavours. Paired with curated wine and cocktail selections, every event feels thoughtfully crafted.
Whether you're planning a birthday, engagement, corporate function, or full venue celebration, Sofia’s offers custom packages, flexible floor plans, and exceptional service to bring your vision to life.
Sofia's Restaurant & Bar Function Rooms
Exclusive Hire
For exclusive use, Sofia’s offers full access to both our elegant indoor dining area and outdoor terrace—creating a seamless flow between spaces. The interior showcases the restaurant’s signature style, ideal for larger groups and private functions, while the outdoor area provides a relaxed yet stylish setting perfect for long table setups. With flexible layouts, dedicated service, and tailored menus, the entire venue can be transformed to suit weddings, corporate events, and large celebrations.
Indoor Main Dining Area
The inside area showcases the full style and atmosphere of the restaurant. It’s the preferred option for groups over 40, with the possibility of a private or exclusive space near the bar. Smaller groups are also welcome in this area with a flexible layout to suit your event.
Outdoor Alfresco Dining Area
The outdoor area is ideal for medium-sized groups seeking a private space. It’s perfectly suited for those who prefer a smaller number of long tables having the group together. Smaller groups are also welcome, with a flexible layout that can be tailored to your event needs.
Outdoor Alfresco Dining Area - small group
Reviews for Sofia's Restaurant & Bar
Ken Caipang
My husband and I recently visited this gem in Broadbeach after seeing their famous cacio e pepe on TikTok and wow, it did not disappoint! Usually if I have to much dairy, it’ll give me runs. Well this one didn’t!!! Anyway, we started by giving them a call ahead to check if they were still serving, and the staff advised us to arrive before 2:30 PM, which we really appreciated. After a quick shopping at Pacific Fair, we made it just in time to Broadbeach and were warmly welcomed. We ordered the beef carpaccio, fish of the day tartare, their signature cacio e pepe, and a spicy margarita (hands down the best I've ever had — perfectly balanced with just the right kick!). Our server, Leo, asked if we’d like all the dishes served at once. As two very hungry people, we said yes, but he suggested staggering them so we could fully enjoy each dish and he was absolutely right. Each plate came out perfectly timed, allowing us to savour every bite without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. The highlight? Watching Pao serve the cacio e pepe tableside straight from the cheese wheel its such a fun and indulgent touch that added to the whole experience. The food was outstanding, with generous but reasonable portions. The service was top-notch: friendly staff, attentive without being intrusive, our water glasses were never empty (a blessing in the warm Gold Coast weather), and the table was kept neat throughout. The relaxed ambience made it even better, stylish yet laid-back. Couldn’t recommend this place more. If you're ever in the Gold Coast and craving great pasta with exceptional service, this spot is a must-try.
Peggy Yeomans
We arrived without a booking and were advised the only seats available were at the bar. We happily accepted and had the most wonderful evening. The bar tenders were fun, engaging and talented. Dom and Matteo kept us entertained with their stories, antics and cocktail making prowess. Everyone was super friendly and willing to share a laugh. Oh and the food was pretty good too with the lamb being the highlight! Thank you to such a wonderful team!!!
Christina Thomas
Our server (Mao, I think) was simply delightful! Every now and then you come across someone who provides service straight from the heart, and he was definitely one of them. He made our night what one would call an experience. The food was overall good, with the cacio e pepe on the cheese wheel being a highlight — a little salty for my taste, but still delicious. The lamb was a straight up miss, not enjoyed by any of us but that’s okay. The atmosphere was also nice and added to the overall dining experience. The only feedback is that after Mao left, the service level dropped. The next server looking after us felt like the opposite of the care we’d been receiving. For a $500 meal, I’d expect consistency — water top-ups had to be asked for, and even then, only 2 out of 4 glasses were refilled by her. Odd. That said, overall, it was still good experience and I recommend dining here.
Brandon Goh
amazing experience! Matheus was super friendly, attentive, and just really easy to talk to. You could tell he genuinely enjoys what he does — he also shared his story with us, and it made the whole experience feel so personal. Matheus knew the menu well & gave us solid recommendations! Rare to come across someone who serves with warmth and pride in their work. Thank you for making it memorable! Isa B. also helped us alot 👍🏽
Cha Lee
Extremely delicious tiramisu… To be honest it’s the best I have ever had. Delicious garlic breads,scallops,wheel pasta and raw fish. All the dishes are so fantastic.The best Italian restaurant I have experienced in Gd Coast. I recommend anyone who come to here give it a try. In particular amazing Tiramisu….plz….omg hungry now :(
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