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Billy Chow

Where to find all the best restaurants, cafes, bars and coffee on the Gold Coast. 

Read On Billy Chow

Where to find all the best restaurants, cafes, bars and coffee on the Gold Coast. 

Read On Billy Chow

Where to find all the best restaurants, cafes, bars and coffee on the Gold Coast. 

The F.E.D Eagleby
Eagleby
The F.E.D
The F.E.D is a world-class food and entertainment precinct, housed in Eagleby's Distillery Road Market
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Bottle of amaro and two glasses on a wooden table at Loborn Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain
Loborn
Loborn is a locally-crafted Australian aperitif distillery nestled in the stunning surrounds of Tamborine Mountain
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Courtyard seating outside Mason Winery Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain
Mason Winery
Mason Winery is a picturesque winery situated in the heart of Tamborine Mountain
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Outer Bound Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads
Outer Bound
Part retail space, part cafe, Outer Bound is a stylish light-filled coffee spot nestled in the industrial area of Burleigh Heads.
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The Black Dingo Point Danger, Coolangatta
Gold Coast

Best Cafes with a View

From seafront sip spots and beachfront coffee kiosks to hinterland cafes. - here are 20 of the best cafes with a view on the Gold Coast
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Limlay Thai Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads
Limlay Thai
An exquisite Thai street food restaurant and bar nestled within Burleigh Heads' bustling shopping and dining strip
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Big Papi's Cocina Coolangatta
Coolangatta
Big Papi's Cocina
Tucked away in a charming character-filled space at one end of the main shopping strip, is one of SEQ's best Latin American restaurants
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Tank Bar & Dining Palm Beach
Palm Beach
Tank Bar & Dining
A convivial dog-friendly neighbourhood bar and kitchen specializing in craft beers, killer cocktails and tasty pub grub.
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Black Dingo Cafe Coolangatta
Coolangatta
Black Dingo Cafe
Perched underneath the Point Danger lighthouse with some of the most spectacular views to be had on the Gold Coast
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Social Espresso Burleigh Heads
Burleigh Heads
Social Espresso
Social Espresso is a specialty espresso bar and roastery located in Burleigh Heads
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WinterSun Cali Beach Club

Best Winter Bars on the Gold Coast

Bars with fireplaces, cosy pubs, old-world whiskey bars, rooftop igloos and sun-soaked distilleries - here are the ten of the best winter watering holes to wet your whistle at this chilly season
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Entrance to Trattoria MK III Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain
Trattoria MK III
Trattoria MK III is a chic Italian-inspired restaurant, pizzeria and bar nestled in Tamborine Mountain
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Janus Deli Surfers Paradise
Surfers Paradise
Janus Deli
Janus Deli is a sandwich, sweets and sips slinging eatery, located just a short stroll from Surfers Paradise beach on Hanlan St
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Gold Coast Motor Museum Coomera
Upper Coomera
Gold Coast Motor Museum
Located on 12 acres in the Gold Coast hinterland, the Gold Coast Motor Museum showcases a diverse collection of vintage cars and bikes spanning from 1911 to 1988
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Entrance to Witches Falls Winery Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain
Witches Falls Winery
Witches Falls is a stunning winery nestled in the lush Gold Coast hinterland at Tamborine Mountain
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The Homestead Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
The Homestead
The Homestead is a paddock-to-plate restaurant and event space nestled within the iconic Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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Top Things To Do On The Gold Coast This Week

Fireworks at Seafire

Seafire 2026

A spectacular fireworks competition is returning to Surfers Paradise foreshore
Jun 20
Westin Wellness Weekend

Westin Wellness Weekend

Brisbane’s most sought-after wellness event, Westin Wellness Weekend returns
June 20-21
Artsian picnic spread by river at O'reilly's Canungra

Artisan Picnic at O'Reilly's

Indulge in a premium picnic experience by a clear flowing waters of Canungra Creek
Circus tents by night

Ashton's The Great Australian Circus

Ashton’s Great Australian Circus is lighting up the Gold Coast with a brand-new production
Jun 26 - Jul 12
Performers on stage 360-ALLSTARS

360 Allstars

BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing and more combine at 360 ALLSTARS
Jun 30-Jul 10
Orchestra performing overview

Italian Serenatas

A dramatic journey with The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra through the heart of Baroque Italy.
Jul 2
Inside Door Seven Haunted House

Door Seven Haunted House

A spine-chilling immersive experience that is like stepping into a horror movie
GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!
Jul 31 - Aug 2
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Woman walking Tugun Bulimba
EDITOR'S PICK

6 Best Coastal Walks

From Burleigh to Coolangatta and up to The Spit, these coastal walks give you the chance to explore some of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful stretches of coastline
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6 of the Best Coastal Walks on the Gold Coast
EDITOR'S PICK

School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

School holidays are sorted with endless family fun waiting at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
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School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Circus tents
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
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Ashton's The Great Australian Circus
WINTER FAMILY HOLIDAY

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Make the most of the cooler months with their Winter Magic offer. Stay 4 nights and only pay for 3 on stays until 25 June 2026!
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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park
Facade of The Westin Brisbane
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
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The Westin Brisbane
A stunning tribute to Barbra Streisand
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