Nobbys Shack Nobby Beach | Must Do Gold Coast

Charming Nobbys Shack is truly a hidden gem, like Dr Who’s Tardis it opens from a humble shop front on the Gold Coast Highway into a lovely spacious and leafy open-air deck, lined with shaded tables complete with kid’s play area.

Built upon the foundation of their ‘The Shack Superfood Cafe’, Lynda and Adolfo Pimentel have expanded their space and their menu, specialising in providing delicious locally sourced healthy food and beverages, to nourish body and mind. This talented foodie team have created a space to bring people—“shacksters”— together over good, nourishing food, juices and smoothies. Passing locals will tell you the Shack serves “the best Açai on the Gold Coast—generous portions with the freshest fruit.”

From the curb-side pooch-friendly street seating, you’ll spy the Shack’s busy juice/smoothie/icecream/coffee bar which offers more combinations and options than any café around, from immune-boosting juices to protein, coconut, creamy and fruity smoothies. You can create your own combinations, pick up a juice shot or enjoy an icecream party. Coffee lovers will enjoy the flavours of Botero beans in their shot or latte. The special daily cabinet treats are also beyond tempting—a toasted salmon avo salad bagel, a BBQ bun with aioli, a gluten-free pistachio and coconut bar, or an orange chocolate energy ball by ‘Nourishing by Sally’ perhaps!

For Shacksters not on the run and seeking to dine-in, venture in and be rewarded with a celebration of Nobby’s seaside lifestyle with delightful sea-life artworks by @jamietorpeyart and Marcus Brightmore. If you’re in need of a quiet relaxing break, take a seat on the leafy deck to enjoy the shack’s peaceful ambience.

The Shack’s catch cry is “eat, drink, repeat” and once you try the menu imbued with culinary influences from around the world, you’re sure to keep coming back. Signature breakfast options include the Big Shack with all the extras, Shack Eggs Benny with their guacamole and hollandaise sauce, and the Avo Feta Smash with dukkha, guacamole, beetroot relish and vegan pesto. There are kids meals and vegetarian, vegan (VG), dairy-free and gluten-free (GF) options available, including Scrambled Tofu (VG) and Thai style eggs with grilled chicken (GF).

Delicious and refreshing lunch options abound—Combos all day, wraps, burritos, nachos, salad bowls and toasties. Check Nobbys Shack socials for plans for extended evening trade. Need catering? Nobbys Shack has also partnered with Sweet Cake Art who’ll provide indulgent cakes and desserts for your special event.