Best Coffee On The Gold Coast | Must Do Gold Coast

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Paradox Coffee Roasters

A unique space with an industrial-exposed-brick finish and high ceilings, serving coffee sourced from around the world

Your curated guide to where to find the best coffee on the Gold Coast, from espresso bars and cafes to coffee roasteries

Broadbeach

Elk Espresso

Industrial-chic cafe perched on the beachfront turning out innovative, seasonally-driven food

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Best cafés, bars & eateries in Mermaid Beach

A guide to the best places to drink and dine in Mermaid Beach

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Best Cafés, Bars & Eateries in Nobby Beach

A guide to the best places to drink and dine in Nobby Beach

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Mermaid Beach

Little Mermaid

A family friendly setting meets casual coastal dining

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Mermaid Beach

Rafiki By The Sea

Rafiki is Mermaid Beach's newest coffee and smoothie bar tucked under the surf club

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Mermaid Beach

Bam Bam Bakehouse

A traditional French-style artisan bakery overlooking a green, leafy park

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Mermaid Beach

The Milkman's Daughter

The Milkman's Daughter encourages you to eat and live consciously

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Mermaid Beach

Background Barista

The third café in the Barista fold, Backyard is a sleek and understated city CBD-style cafe

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Best cafes, bars and eateries in Burleigh

A guide to the best places to drink and dine in Burleigh

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Miami

Piccolo Espresso

Piccolo Espresso is Miami's home for delicious Merlo coffee, tasty treats and fresh made juices

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Miami

Caffeine Kings

Caffeine Kings is a house of worship for interesting food, cool tunes and exceptional coffee

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Burleigh Heads

Canteen Kitchen & Coffee

Twin delights, Canteen Kitchen and Coffee offer traditional Middle Eastern flavours and a premier espresso bar

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Burleigh Heads

Nook Espresso

Nook Espresso serves up some of the best coffee and takeaway snacks in Burleigh

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Burleigh Heads

Tarte Bakery & Café

Tarte Bakery & Cafe is a little slice of France on a corner of Burleigh Heads' popular James St precinct

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Tugun

House of Hubert

Renown House of Hubert serves startlingly great coffee and house-made eats

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Tugun

Original Tugun Bakery

No foodie’s trip to Tugun is complete without a visit to the Original Tugun Bakery

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Top Things To Do On The Gold Coast This Week

Door Seven Haunted House

A spine-chilling immersive experience that is like stepping into a horror movie

Queensland Garden Show

The much-loved Queensland Garden Show will return to Nambour from 10 to 12 July for its 42nd year.

10-12 Jul

Jumpers & Jazz in July

Looking for a colourful, country winter experience?

Jul 16-26

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Jul 31 - Aug 2

Second Coming

La Boite Theatre presents Second Coming, a love letter to Earth wrapped in corporate salvation

Aug 6-22

School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

School holidays are sorted with endless family fun waiting at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

MUST DO

Ashton's The Great Australian Circus

Ashton’s Great Australian Circus is lighting up the Gold Coast with a brand-new production at Broadwater Parklands

Ashton's The Great Australian Circus

WEEKEND AWAY

The Westin Brisbane

Treat yourself to a getaway at this unique and refreshing urban retreat with a focus on wellbeing, relaxation and effortless luxury, located in the heart of Brisbane's CBD

The Westin Brisbane

A stunning tribute to Barbra Streisand