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Penguins Restaurant

122 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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122 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 7 5691 0000
HoursMonday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Friday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 6:30 – 10:00 AM, 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Penguins Restaurant

Family holidays run smoother when dinner handles both picky appetites and parental sanity under one roof. At Penguins Restaurant, parents grab a booth, unwind with a spicy margarita or craft pour, and let the on-site play area take care of the rest. Table ordering pulls double duty—patrons can mix and match dishes across outside resort cafes alongside the venue's own kitchen in a single ticket. The kitchen turns out grilled rib on the bone, sirloin cooked to order, and fresh oysters, alongside kids' staples like penne bolognaise and grilled chicken over rice. Mornings pivot to continental spreads and warm cinnamon scrolls while kids watch for roaming characters.

  • Cross-resort ordering: Order dishes from multiple resort outlets and cafes simultaneously from your table to satisfy everyone.
  • In-venue entertainment: Indoor play corner, coloring sheets, and breakfast character drop-ins keep little ones engaged during meals.
  • Steaks and cocktail bar: Extensive drinks list featuring spicy margaritas and cocktails paired with prime rib on the bone and fresh oysters.
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Why Families Choose Penguins Restaurant

Why resort guests choose Penguins Restaurant for effortless family dining

  • Seamless Cross-Resort Ordering

    Guests can consolidate orders across Paradise Resort's various eateries right from their table, ensuring diverse tastes and cravings are handled in one go.

    You can also get food from the other restaurants at the resort in the one place which is handy too.

    Amanda Beavan

  • Nourishing & Varied Kids' Menus

    Young diners are served balanced, tasty meals including grilled chicken with vegetables and rice alongside traditional kid favourites.

    the kids meals had really good healthy options, the kids loved them!

    Kristi Buckley

  • Peaceful Downtime for Parents

    Parents can relax and enjoy handcrafted drinks and calm conversation while children remain happily engaged before dinner arrives.

    the kids play area kept the kids busy long enough for a pre-dinner drink in peace!

    Cassie Parker

  • Supportive Family Hospitality

    Accommodating, upbeat staff create a stress-free environment that helps families unwind and truly enjoy their resort dining experience.

    Shout out to Tracey for making our experience wonderful and relaxing.

    Eman Obeid

  • Integrated Indoor Play Facilities

    A dedicated on-premise play area and interactive colouring activities keep children entertained directly beside the dining tables.

    Colouring in and playground a great way to keep kids entertained while enjoying dinner.

    Jane Munday

  • Delightful Character Appearances

    Special morning character interactions bring resort magic right to the dining room floor, delighting young guests over buffet dining.

    The breakfast buffet was great and the kids loved the character visits.

    Justin

Favorite mains and kid-approved dishes for effortless family dining

  • Grilled chicken

    The grilled chicken meal is one of the best I've ever had.

    Ashley Simmons

  • Penne bolognaise

    Our kids had penne bolognaise, my wife had a medium rare sirloin and I had the rib on the bone.

    Matty Ranger

  • Buffalo chicken wings

    Tried the new Buffalo chicken wings, and Vegemite pizza. Both were well enjoyed by all.

    Jane Munday

  • Tacos

    My son is obsessed with the tacos.

    Jane Munday

Other favorites

Cocktails and fresh bakery bites to complement your family stay

  • Fruit tingle cocktails

    Fruit tingle cocktails are amazing also.

    Jane Munday

  • Watermelon spicy margarita

    The watermelon spicy margarita, toblerone, and biscoff cocktails have kept us all sane !!

    Emily Meade

  • Cinnamon scrolls

    Blake thank you very much for the yummy cinnamon scrolls & for making me very happy for putting some fresh ones in the oven on my last day really enjoyed them on the plan with my little grandson

    Joanne Papanicolaou

  • Croissants

    The croissants are the best thing after sliced bread .

    Alizwa Mayongo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches that keep young kids engaged and let parents relax

  • Cross-Resort Table Ordering

    Guests can consolidate cravings across Paradise Resort by ordering from outside cafes directly to their restaurant table all at once.

  • Character Visits and Table Activities

    Young diners are treated to character visits right at the dining table and dedicated colouring activities during meal service.

  • In-Venue Play Facilities

    A dedicated in-venue play area and play corner keep young children entertained safely on the dining floor while parents unwind.

  • Dedicated Cross-Contamination Separation

    Careful allergy management separates the continental buffet and cooked egg preparation, giving families reassurance against cross-contamination.

Before you head over

Practical advice for smooth family dining, entertainment, and ordering

  • Order Across Resort Outlets from Your Table

    You can aggregate dishes from surrounding resort cafes directly from your table ordering interface, making it seamless to satisfy different family cravings simultaneously.

  • Utilize On-Site Play Spaces During Mealtime

    Take advantage of the in-venue playground, coloring activities, and character appearances so kids stay entertained while parents enjoy pre-dinner drinks and cocktails.

  • Review Dietary and Buffet Options for Kids

    The continental breakfast buffet and children's menu offer clear allergy separation and healthy alternatives, including grilled chicken with vegetables and rice.

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