Our first time there and it was a huge surprise. Sunday lunchtime and the Emu Point Garden was packed with large family groups and romantic couples. It being so busy, we had to wait to be seated and then eventually call for someone to bring us menus. We also had to find our own cutlery as the staff seemed run off their feet. The food was some of the best we'd ever eaten in a hotel 'beer garden', especially considering the number of patrons. Just wish the meals had come out together as two of our group had finished eating by the time we other two got ours. Then another waitress appeared with our order again! My steak topped with prawns and calamari was huge and so delicious but I could not have managed two! Still that was no real problem. The children's play area is within view but thankfully far enough away for the screams and squeals not to be heard above the loud buzz of so many diners. We felt sorry for the girl singer who also struggled to be heard. There is an upstairs restaurant also which would be ideal for functions.The Hotel is the oldest in Queensland and well worth the long trip we made. Another plus is that it is in the Entertainment Book so you get one main course with the purchase of another!

Approximate cost: $30

The GVH is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon with friends and family. It has a really nice al fresco dining area called Emu Point Garden Bar & Restaurant. It has really nice seafood and a bar to order your drinks.