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Best cafés, bars & eateries in Kirra

Updated: Jun 06, 2025

Kirra is world famous as one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic surfing spots—the ‘Superbank’ is one of the longest right-handers in the world.  Often referred to as Australia’s “spiritual home of surfing”, Kirra is also home to a popular café, bar and restaurant scene running the length of Musgrave Street along the beachfront. 

If you’ve worked up an appetite there are lots of tasty options to choose from dotted along this foodie strip.  Whether you’re after a classic café menu or you’re craving a great coffee; if you’re seeking a sunset cocktail or scouting for some Spanish style ambience; if you’re keen to tuck into a taco or partake in a poke bowl, Kirra is the place for you!  Check out eight of Kirra’s best cafes, bars and eateries.   

Hanks restaurant is a stunning vision of coastal chic with an exquisite Mediterranean-inspired menu in a prime location across from the beach
Billy Chow is a minimalist chic Pan Asian restaurant with a cool coastal vibe, located opposite Kirra's beachfront park
Siblings at Kirra is a breezy beachside eatery, dishing up a delicious menu of modern-Australian eats
A cool chic beachside restaurant and taqueria serving up delectable Mexican-Japanese cuisine and cocktails
Kira Kira is a grab-and-go style Japanese eatery, serving a delicious selection of sushi bowls and rolls, bento boxes, bubble tea and more in Kirra.
Casual and fun Hawaiian-meets-Mexican restaurant in bar by Kirra beach
A popular community hang-out with a relaxed vibe where folks come for guilt-free indulgence
Innovative share foods with beers on tap and exciting cocktails that reflect our coastal locale
Cafe Kirra is the perfect place to relax and indulge in a tasty meal
Wholesome food and good coffee in the heart of Kirra
Enjoy a Mediterranean style food menu, and an exceptional selection of drinks on Kirra's beachfront
Kirra Beach Hotel is welcoming locals back to their favourite watering hole overlooking its iconic surfbreak
A sunny little beachfront coffee nook with al fresco seating and picturesque views

By Michaela Lyons

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