River House

Positioned on the water’s edge, River House blends refined coastal cuisine with timeless design and an unmistakably Gold Coast warmth. The former Southport Pavilion site has been transformed by industry veterans Grant Madgwick and Anthony Do Rozario into a serene dining destination that encourages long lunches and sunset dinners. The menu celebrates simplicity and seasonality – think Japanese-scallop ceviche, slow-cooked short ribs in massaman sauce, and XL barbecued Moreton Bay bugs with hollandaise and duck-fat potatoes. Guests can also opt for the Trust the Chef experience for a curated taste of Grant’s signature style. An elegant drinks list features Champagne from Ruinart and Louis Roederer alongside boutique Australian wines and playful cocktails like the lemon-meringue martini. Sophisticated yet unpretentious, River House is a modern coastal dining experience that reflects a lifetime devoted to the art of hospitality.