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Buffet Dinner & Lunch
Flavours of Australia

Commences

3 October 2026

Adults from

$99

Dinner departs

6:00 PM

Lunch departs

12:00 PM

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Buffet Dinner & Lunch Cruise – Flavours of Australia Aboard the Mermaid Spirit

Join us for a family-friendly dining experience on the Gold Coast. Step aboard the Mermaid Spirit and choose your session — a sun-drenched Lunch Cruise commencing 3 October, or a golden-hour Buffet Dinner Cruise running year-round. Both feature an impressive range of buffet-style Australian dishes for all ages and tastes.

Buffet Dinner Cruise

Boarding: 5:30 PM

Departure: 6:00 PM

Return: 8:00 PM

Flavours of Australia Lunch Cruise

Commencing: 3 October

Boarding: 11:30 AM

Departure: 12:00 PM

Return: 2:00 PM

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Mermaid Spirit

Where Dining Meets Broadwater Views

This hugely spacious and beautifully appointed tri-deck catamaran is the perfect venue for families and groups seeking an unforgettable dining experience on the Gold Coast Broadwater.

Savour the Flavours Together

Kick off your dining experience by savouring our cold starters, followed by warm dishes celebrating the best of Australian produce. Served with fresh bread rolls — perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Vessel

Mermaid Spirit

Capacity

Up to 100 guests

Type

Tri-deck catamaran

Length

30m (100ft)

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Executive Chef

Brendan Ward

Meet the Chef

Chef Brendan Ward

Brendan Ward's cuisine is a masterclass in high-stakes culinary excellence. From Superyachts to Your Table. This is the environment where Executive Chef Brendan Ward honed his craft, serving the world's most discerning palates on superyachts across the globe.

Today, he brings that same level of excellence aboard the Mermaid Spirit. His approach has always been defined by one thing: bringing the high-end service of luxury yachting into a seamless dining experience — leaving guests with nothing to do but enjoy.

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The Buffet Menu

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Main Buffet

Cold

·Local Queensland king prawns served with 1000 island dressing and fresh lemon wedges (gf)
·Chef's Mango, lime and chilli mussels (gf, df)

Hot

·Succulent Queensland Bangalow salt and pepper pork belly with a crackling crumble (gf, df)
·Australian tender sovereign lamb served with a pan jus
·Penne pasta with a rich tomato Napoli sauce infused with Barossa reserve red wine and wild spinach (vg, v)

Sides

·Tender potato salad with parsley, chives, shallots, salt, pepper, farmer's market mustard and whole egg mayonnaise (v,gf)
·Roasted sweet potato and cauliflower tossed through cous cous with chickpeas, dried fruits and toasted sliced almonds
·Dressed with house-made Moroccan inspired dressing (V,df)
·Australian green Leaf salad with a green goddess dressing (v,vg, gf, df)
·Assorted array of bakers warm bread rolls with butter

Muriel Henchman Public Pontoon · Main Beach, Gold Coast

Plan Your Visit

Details & Itinerary.

Board the Mermaid Spirit for an unforgettable dining experience on the Gold Coast Broadwater. Choose between a relaxed lunch cruise or a golden-hour buffet dinner cruise — both showcasing the finest Flavours of Australia.

Flavours of Australia: From chilled Queensland prawns to Bangalow pork belly, every dish reflects the natural abundance of the region. Arrive for drinks, drift through the Broadwater, and disembark with memories that linger long after the experience ends.

Inclusions

✓Full Australian-inspired buffet — cold, warm, sides & dessert
✓Beverage service including licensed bar
✓Scenic Broadwater cruise
✓Wildlife spotting — dolphins, turtles & dugongs
✓Indoor & open-air outdoor seating

Optional Extras

—Cocktail packages on request
—Upgrade to premium seating on the top deck

Buffet Dinner Cruise

Boarding 5:30 PM · Departure 6:00 PM · Return 8:00 PM

Flavours of Australia Lunch Cruise

Commencing 3 October

Boarding 11:30 AM · Departure 12:00 PM · Return 2:00 PM

Departs from Muriel Henchman Public Pontoon, Main Beach, Gold Coast.

Operational Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only.

Adultper person

$99

Child (3–13)per child

$79

Family2 adults + 2 children

$349

The buffet includes vegetarian options (penne pesto pasta). Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

The Mermaid Spirit is accessible on the lower deck. Contact us in advance for mobility assistance.

Gift vouchers never expire and can be redeemed online for any available session. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or a special treat.

Vouchers can be purchased from $79. To redeem, enter your voucher code during checkout at the booking portal.

Valid for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays year-round.

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Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays year-round. Instant confirmation — cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund.