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Sandbar

One of the longest running beachside establishments in Surfers Paradise

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One of the longest running beachside establishments in Surfers Paradise

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Your curated guide to where to find the best cafes in Surfers Paradise from coffee to breakfast and lunch

Exterior view of Shiraz Persian Restaurant + Bar
Surfers Paradise
Shiraz Persian Restaurant + Bar
Shiraz Persian Restaurant + Bar has been dishing up delicious authentic Persian food in the heart of the Gold Coast since 2011
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Hotel Jardin exterior
Surfers Paradise
Hotel Jardin
Hotel Jardin is a stunning three-level luxe piano bar and restaurant headed by notable chef, Chef Minh Le in Surfers Paradise
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Surfers Paradise
Surfers Pavilion
Surfers Pavilion is a riverfront all-day restaurant & bar, offering top notch food, cocktails and good vibes in the heart of Surfers Paradise
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Exterior shot, Bali In Paradise Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Bali In Paradise
Bali In Paradise is an Indonesian-inspired eatery serving a delicious line up of authentic eats in the heart of Surfers Paradise
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Valyn Thai Restaurant & Bar Isle of Capri
Isle of Capri
Valyn Thai Restaurant & Bar
Valyn Thai is an award-winning restaurant and bar, boasting an exceptional Thai menu in Isle of Capri's Via Roma precinct
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The Sporting Globe Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
The Sporting Globe X 4 Pines
The Sporting Globe is a sports bar super venue dishing up top notch brews, a pub-style menu and sports-focused entertainment in the heart of Surfers Paradise
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Sura Thai Restaurant & Bar Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Sura Thai Restaurant & Bar
Sura Thai Restaurant & Bar is a super funky, brightly-coloured restaurant and bar serving authentic street eats and drinks in Surfers Paradise
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Nahm Talay Thai Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Nahm Talay Thai
Nahm Talay Thai is a Thai restaurant & bar, boasting unbeatable oceanfront views, unique eats and killer cocktails
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Benny's American Burger Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Benny's American Burger
Benny's Burger is a an American-style diner, dishing up a delicious selection of smash burgers, shakes, sides and sodas
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Palette Restaurant Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Palette Restaurant
Palette Restaurant is a casual two-hatted fine diner in Surfers Paradise, offering a unique blend of breathtaking art and beautiful food
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COAST Beach Bar & Kitchen Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
COAST Beach Bar & Kitchen
COAST Beach Bar & Kitchen is an expansive bar & restaurant boasting a glamorous interior, mouthwatering fare and oceanfront views
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Alma Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Alma
Located opposite Surfers Paradise beach, Alma is a Mexican restaurant serving delicious eats all day, tasty tipples and ocean views
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Surfers Paradise
Edgewater Dining
Edgewater Dining is a waterfront fine diner boasting a modern Australian menu and stunning views
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Madam Fu Modern Asian Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Madam Fu Modern Asian
Madam Fu is an Asian fusion eatery, located on the waters of Isle of Capri, that showcases a share-style menu with Modern Asian flair
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Fu Manchu Oriental Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Fu Manchu Oriental
Fu Manchu Oriental is an Asian Fusion restaurant, cocktail and wine bar that dishes up traditional south-east Asian flavours with a European twist
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Isla Cantina Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Isla Cantina
Isla Cantina is a Cal-Mex restaurant and bar perched on the waters of Isle of Capri, dishing up authentic Mexican sips and snacks with a Cali-twist
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Dancer in tutu Hamlet

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Circus tents
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