Welcome to Buddina!
Food scene
Bocca Italian
Longboard ParadeA new place on the coast, this is a MUST do if you're a foodie!
Amazing Japanese food and excellent cocktails. About ten minutes from our place, definitely worth the drive. You won’t be disappointed.
SOKA
Amazing Japanese food and excellent cocktails. About ten minutes from our place, definitely worth the drive. You won’t be disappointed.
Rice Boi
Parkyn ParadeWater views, great cocktails, amazing Asian food. You’ll love Rice Boi.
Best pizza on the Sunshine Coast! Fine in or takeaway, it’s a must-do if you love Italian food.
30 locals recommend
All' Antica
115A Point Cartwright DriveBest pizza on the Sunshine Coast! Fine in or takeaway, it’s a must-do if you love Italian food.
Best coffee. Excellent food. Casual cafe vibes. Excellent deli. B Fresh is our daily.
41 locals recommend
B Fresh.
239 Nicklin WayBest coffee. Excellent food. Casual cafe vibes. Excellent deli. B Fresh is our daily.
Excellent Indian food. Takeaway only. We recommend enjoying by the river.
40 locals recommend
The Curry Bowl
115a Point Cartwright DrExcellent Indian food. Takeaway only. We recommend enjoying by the river.
Great brewery, within 5 minutes drive / Uber. Simple eats. Has a kids playground!
22 locals recommend
Your Mates Brewing Co.
41 Technology DrGreat brewery, within 5 minutes drive / Uber. Simple eats. Has a kids playground!
For something a little more ‘fancy’ we recommend Fish On Parkyn. You will need to book. This place gets busy.
If you enjoy Japanese, check out their restaurant next door. Fresh fresh fresh sashimi. So delicious
35 locals recommend
Fish on Parkyn
25 Parkyn ParadeFor something a little more ‘fancy’ we recommend Fish On Parkyn. You will need to book. This place gets busy.
If you enjoy Japanese, check out their restaurant next door. Fresh fresh fresh sashimi. So delicious
If ever in doubt, check the Wharf out. There’s a little something for everyone here. With views over the Marina, you really can’t go wrong.
115 locals recommend
The Wharf Tavern
123 Parkyn ParadeIf ever in doubt, check the Wharf out. There’s a little something for everyone here. With views over the Marina, you really can’t go wrong.
Journey about 20mins into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and discover this casual Asian-fusion gem which is owned by the same people that do Rice Boi in Mooloolaba. Super fun.
Piggyback
Journey about 20mins into the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and discover this casual Asian-fusion gem which is owned by the same people that do Rice Boi in Mooloolaba. Super fun.
Sightseeing
Unbeatable views, beautiful walks, a hidden beach with rock pools… need we say more. Pack your swimmers and enjoy.
103 locals recommend
Point Cartwright Light
LOT 577 Pacific BlvdUnbeatable views, beautiful walks, a hidden beach with rock pools… need we say more. Pack your swimmers and enjoy.
Pack a picnic and head down to the river for leisurely afternoons waterside.
29 locals recommend
La Balsa Park
Harbour ParadePack a picnic and head down to the river for leisurely afternoons waterside.
Get active and walk Mount Coolum, about a two hour round trip. You’ll be rewarded with the incredible views from the top!
On the way back grab a coffee from our absolute favourite coffee shop, “Compound Coffee” which is in Coolum itself.
Mount coolum walking trail
Get active and walk Mount Coolum, about a two hour round trip. You’ll be rewarded with the incredible views from the top!
On the way back grab a coffee from our absolute favourite coffee shop, “Compound Coffee” which is in Coolum itself.
City advice
Don't miss
La Balsa park for a picnic and a swim. A favourite.
Walk to La Balsa, find a tree and settle in for the afternoon.