A Southport hotspot and a contender for the cutest eatery on the coast, Mama’s Kitchen on Nind Street serves up authentic Japanese food for lunch and dinner to the hungry masses. The busy menu features favourites such as mozzarella-cheese pork katsu don, fresh aburi salmon salad and arguably the most popular item – Mama’s Bento Box, a must try for first timers. Japanese-style ice-cream will be the ideal end to your meal, with your choice of red bean, roasted green tea or black sesame flavours. The restaurant serves illy coffee and has a substantial wine, beer and sake menu for the thirsty folk.