Guidebook for Palm Beach
Food Scene
Maries Pizza Palm Beach
1401 Gold Coast HwyOur favorite pizza place in the area
This is our favorite baker in the area... the sourdough bread is just amazing. We recommend only slicing bread off the roll when you want it (retains moisture). Try toasting it and then spreading butter and Vegemite for an amazing experience!
17 locals recommend
Burleigh Baker
50 James StThis is our favorite baker in the area... the sourdough bread is just amazing. We recommend only slicing bread off the roll when you want it (retains moisture). Try toasting it and then spreading butter and Vegemite for an amazing experience!
Located right outside the Woolworths supermarket, this bakery has a great range of breads and pies to choose from
Bakers Delight Palm Beach
155 Nineteenth AveLocated right outside the Woolworths supermarket, this bakery has a great range of breads and pies to choose from
This is take-away only, but only 5 minutes walk. The shop is owned and operated by Thai people and the food is fantastic.
21 locals recommend
Oz Thai
1389 Gold Coast HwyThis is take-away only, but only 5 minutes walk. The shop is owned and operated by Thai people and the food is fantastic.
For those rainy or lazy nights... we find just a plain pepperoni pizza on thin n' crispy crust can solve your hunger challenge the easy way.
Domino's Pizza Palm Beach
6 Fifth AveFor those rainy or lazy nights... we find just a plain pepperoni pizza on thin n' crispy crust can solve your hunger challenge the easy way.
Well everyone needs to know where machos is at some point of their holiday and this one is so close you can walk to it.
McDonald's Palm Beach
1354 Gold Coast HwyWell everyone needs to know where machos is at some point of their holiday and this one is so close you can walk to it.
With five kitchens serving up American, Italian, Mexican, Asian and contemporary Australian, there’s ample choice and even the fussiest diner in your group is certain to find something they like. Grab some takeaway or book a table (bookings essential on weekends) and just be prepared for a nominal per head surcharge for table service.
222 locals recommend
The Collective Palm Beach
1128 Gold Coast HighwayWith five kitchens serving up American, Italian, Mexican, Asian and contemporary Australian, there’s ample choice and even the fussiest diner in your group is certain to find something they like. Grab some takeaway or book a table (bookings essential on weekends) and just be prepared for a nominal per head surcharge for table service.
Good coffee is worth the wait and the regular local crowd lining up outside is a solid indicator of the consistent quality drop served at popular Palm Beach cafe, Barefoot Barista. Hungry? The team have got you covered with a drool-worthy all-day breakfast menu featuring the likes of smoked and braised ham hock, cured ocean trout, ricotta hotcakes, or everyone’s favourite—the delicious corn board.
95 locals recommend
Barefoot Barista
15 Palm Beach AveGood coffee is worth the wait and the regular local crowd lining up outside is a solid indicator of the consistent quality drop served at popular Palm Beach cafe, Barefoot Barista. Hungry? The team have got you covered with a drool-worthy all-day breakfast menu featuring the likes of smoked and braised ham hock, cured ocean trout, ricotta hotcakes, or everyone’s favourite—the delicious corn board.
Palm Beach’s Spikexx Espresso is proof that injecting a whole swag of love and creativity into a tiring old surf shop can return the magic and energy to a long neglected piece of the area’s history. With theming and tunes inspired by the legendary Jimi Hendrix, you’ll love the original hardwood floors, retro couches, stained glass windows, Bromley artwork, dusty library of books and smiley staff. Once you’re done lusting over the décor, place an order for smooth Fonzie Abbott coffee, and casual brekkie eats like acai bowls, jaffles and smashed avo on sourdough.
20 locals recommend
Spikexx Espresso
1063 Gold Coast HwyPalm Beach’s Spikexx Espresso is proof that injecting a whole swag of love and creativity into a tiring old surf shop can return the magic and energy to a long neglected piece of the area’s history. With theming and tunes inspired by the legendary Jimi Hendrix, you’ll love the original hardwood floors, retro couches, stained glass windows, Bromley artwork, dusty library of books and smiley staff. Once you’re done lusting over the décor, place an order for smooth Fonzie Abbott coffee, and casual brekkie eats like acai bowls, jaffles and smashed avo on sourdough.
THE VERDICT New on the scene in late 2016, 8th Ave. Terrace is an intimate contemporary restaurant and neighbourhood bar located in laidback Palm Beach. Spread across two floors, the lower open-air terrace level is a breezy bar where you’ll find bartenders with great banter and happy drinkers exploring the vast wine and cocktail menu. But if it’s dinner you’re after, venture further upstairs for a cosy table and friendly waitstaff that will help you navigate the impressive food menu with the likes of beef carpaccio, citrus-cured salmon, marinated eggplant “loussaka”, gourmet fish and chips, and slow-rendered duck breast. This is hands down one of the best new restaurants on the Gold Coast!
25 locals recommend
8th Ave Terrace
1176 Gold Coast HwyTHE VERDICT New on the scene in late 2016, 8th Ave. Terrace is an intimate contemporary restaurant and neighbourhood bar located in laidback Palm Beach. Spread across two floors, the lower open-air terrace level is a breezy bar where you’ll find bartenders with great banter and happy drinkers exploring the vast wine and cocktail menu. But if it’s dinner you’re after, venture further upstairs for a cosy table and friendly waitstaff that will help you navigate the impressive food menu with the likes of beef carpaccio, citrus-cured salmon, marinated eggplant “loussaka”, gourmet fish and chips, and slow-rendered duck breast. This is hands down one of the best new restaurants on the Gold Coast!
Drinks & Nightlife
Spanning from Coolangatta, all the way up to Burleigh, Mermaid, Broadbeach and beyond, the Ridgeway Group are setting the bar for both beautiful venues and tantalising food and drink menus. They are committed to opening venues that serve amazing food, decadent wines and unique cocktails. With service that echoes fine dining, but atmosphere that lets you relax and let your hair down, we aim to be your new go-to for any kind of dining experience; whether that be drinks after work, or a banquet style celebration with friends.
36 locals recommend
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72-80 Marine ParadeSpanning from Coolangatta, all the way up to Burleigh, Mermaid, Broadbeach and beyond, the Ridgeway Group are setting the bar for both beautiful venues and tantalising food and drink menus. They are committed to opening venues that serve amazing food, decadent wines and unique cocktails. With service that echoes fine dining, but atmosphere that lets you relax and let your hair down, we aim to be your new go-to for any kind of dining experience; whether that be drinks after work, or a banquet style celebration with friends.
The Cooly Hotel features live music from both local and international acts, up and coming DJs and coverage of all the biggest fights and games. We are also home to the beautiful Crave Restaurant which serves a full menu range, bar snacks perfect for a laid back lunch meeting or romantic dinner for two. The Cooly is a vision of contemporary finishes coupled with rustic furnishings that make our customers feel relaxed and at home, whilst enjoying the welcoming service of our professional staff. With 2 great function areas, we cater to every celebration
67 locals recommend
The Coolangatta Hotel
Marine ParadeThe Cooly Hotel features live music from both local and international acts, up and coming DJs and coverage of all the biggest fights and games. We are also home to the beautiful Crave Restaurant which serves a full menu range, bar snacks perfect for a laid back lunch meeting or romantic dinner for two. The Cooly is a vision of contemporary finishes coupled with rustic furnishings that make our customers feel relaxed and at home, whilst enjoying the welcoming service of our professional staff. With 2 great function areas, we cater to every celebration
Parks & Nature
There’s plenty of character to be had in one of the Gold Coast’s most laid-back beach destinations and home to Kirra Surf which surfies consider the one-stop shop for surf gear. This is not a place for glitz and glamour, you’ll still find plenty of weatherboard beach shacks here among the burgeoning apartment scene. There’s also a cute café scene emerging here but for a true taste of Kirra, head to the iconic Kirra Beach Hotel which has been trading for more than 50 years. There’s even accommodation upstairs in this pub offering views of the ocean and the Gold Coast foreshore. There may be variations on what Kirra means, but like a boomerang, you’ll just keep coming back.
72 locals recommend
Kirra Beach Bakery
48 Musgrave StThere’s plenty of character to be had in one of the Gold Coast’s most laid-back beach destinations and home to Kirra Surf which surfies consider the one-stop shop for surf gear. This is not a place for glitz and glamour, you’ll still find plenty of weatherboard beach shacks here among the burgeoning apartment scene. There’s also a cute café scene emerging here but for a true taste of Kirra, head to the iconic Kirra Beach Hotel which has been trading for more than 50 years. There’s even accommodation upstairs in this pub offering views of the ocean and the Gold Coast foreshore. There may be variations on what Kirra means, but like a boomerang, you’ll just keep coming back.
Snapper Rocks is a small rocky outcrop on the northern side of Point Danger at the southern end of Rainbow Bay on the Gold Coast. Snapper is a point break forming the first part of the man-made Superbank which extends from Snapper Rocks Point, through Rainbow Bay, Greenmount Point, Coolangatta Beach, and Kirra, for a distance of around two kilometres. The Superbank is now renowned as one of the most consistent breaks in Queensland and plays host to the annual World Surf Leagues’ Quiksilver and Roxy Pros. Multiple barrel sections can now occur at any point along this length. The Rainbow Bay Surf Club is the best place to view the break while enjoying a relaxed meal.
113 locals recommend
Snapper Rocks
Snapper Rocks RoadSnapper Rocks is a small rocky outcrop on the northern side of Point Danger at the southern end of Rainbow Bay on the Gold Coast. Snapper is a point break forming the first part of the man-made Superbank which extends from Snapper Rocks Point, through Rainbow Bay, Greenmount Point, Coolangatta Beach, and Kirra, for a distance of around two kilometres. The Superbank is now renowned as one of the most consistent breaks in Queensland and plays host to the annual World Surf Leagues’ Quiksilver and Roxy Pros. Multiple barrel sections can now occur at any point along this length. The Rainbow Bay Surf Club is the best place to view the break while enjoying a relaxed meal.
This is a patrolled beach location with lifeguards and flags for safe swimming that is just 5 minutes walk. Walk to where Nineteenth Ave ends on the beach where there are fresh water outdoor showers and a passage leading to the flagged area.
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1291 Gold Coast HwyThis is a patrolled beach location with lifeguards and flags for safe swimming that is just 5 minutes walk. Walk to where Nineteenth Ave ends on the beach where there are fresh water outdoor showers and a passage leading to the flagged area.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is all native australian animals and has a variety of feeding times that you can touch and hold the animals such as Kangaroos, Koalas, Snakes, Crocodiles, Birds and lots more. It also has loads of activities for the kids and big kids
786 locals recommend
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
28 Tomewin StCurrumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is all native australian animals and has a variety of feeding times that you can touch and hold the animals such as Kangaroos, Koalas, Snakes, Crocodiles, Birds and lots more. It also has loads of activities for the kids and big kids
Arts & Culture
Surf World on the Southern end of the Gold Coast has amazing Surf Art, Culture and History. It is located across the road from the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and is worth a look if you are in the area and while you are there grab a coffee at Currumbin at the many cafes located on the beachfront
41 locals recommend
Surf World Gold Coast
35 Tomewin StSurf World on the Southern end of the Gold Coast has amazing Surf Art, Culture and History. It is located across the road from the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and is worth a look if you are in the area and while you are there grab a coffee at Currumbin at the many cafes located on the beachfront
The Wax Museum is a great place to go on rainy day to see some great wax art. It is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise and worth a look
54 locals recommend
Gold Coast Wax Museum
56 Ferny AveThe Wax Museum is a great place to go on rainy day to see some great wax art. It is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise and worth a look
Gold Coast Arts Centre has loads to offer, Cinema, Arts Gallery, Comedy Club, Restuarant and it also hosts loads of musicals and other events
19 locals recommend
Gold Coast Art Festival
Gold Coast Arts Centre has loads to offer, Cinema, Arts Gallery, Comedy Club, Restuarant and it also hosts loads of musicals and other events
Shopping
Meet you at The Pines Elanora – the place to shop, meet, talk, laugh and connect at the heart of the community on the southern Gold Coast. With all three major supermarkets, Coles, Woolworths and ALDI under one roof, plus Kmart and over 90 specialty stores, there is everything you need from fresh food and conveniences to fashion, gifts and homewares, with plenty of rooftop and undercover parking, disability access and a great range of services available. You can grab the groceries, drop into the bank, pick up a last minute gift, and enjoy a coffee break or a bite to eat, all in one convenient location. Situated on the north-western corner of Guineas Creek Road and KP McGrath Drive.
57 locals recommend
The Pines Elanora
K P McGrath DriveMeet you at The Pines Elanora – the place to shop, meet, talk, laugh and connect at the heart of the community on the southern Gold Coast. With all three major supermarkets, Coles, Woolworths and ALDI under one roof, plus Kmart and over 90 specialty stores, there is everything you need from fresh food and conveniences to fashion, gifts and homewares, with plenty of rooftop and undercover parking, disability access and a great range of services available. You can grab the groceries, drop into the bank, pick up a last minute gift, and enjoy a coffee break or a bite to eat, all in one convenient location. Situated on the north-western corner of Guineas Creek Road and KP McGrath Drive.
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre has recently had a million dollar upgrade and the shops include: Event Cinemas, Coach, City Beach, Gucci, Peter Alexander, Ralph Loren, Rolex, Bulgari, Calvin Klein, Carla Zampatti, Chanel, Crown Currency Exchange, Diesel, Ella Bache, Fossil, Gent, Givenchy, Gucci, Hermes Paris, Harrolds, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Louis Vuitton, Lululemon, Napoleon, Nike, Oakley, Oscar Oscar, Oroton, Pandora, Politix, Prada, Salvatore Ferragama, Sass & Bide, Sandro Paris and TagHeuer. The also have free shopping shuttle from Surfers Paradise to Nobby Beach. Free parking up to 5 hours. Tram line and bus line takes you directly there every 15 minutes on the Gold Coast Highway.
1254 locals recommend
Pacific Fair Shopping Centre
2 Hooker BlvdPacific Fair Shopping Centre has recently had a million dollar upgrade and the shops include: Event Cinemas, Coach, City Beach, Gucci, Peter Alexander, Ralph Loren, Rolex, Bulgari, Calvin Klein, Carla Zampatti, Chanel, Crown Currency Exchange, Diesel, Ella Bache, Fossil, Gent, Givenchy, Gucci, Hermes Paris, Harrolds, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, Louis Vuitton, Lululemon, Napoleon, Nike, Oakley, Oscar Oscar, Oroton, Pandora, Politix, Prada, Salvatore Ferragama, Sass & Bide, Sandro Paris and TagHeuer. The also have free shopping shuttle from Surfers Paradise to Nobby Beach. Free parking up to 5 hours. Tram line and bus line takes you directly there every 15 minutes on the Gold Coast Highway.
Located in Coolangatta only a few minutes South of the property this centre has everything including: Cinemas, Woolworths, Aldi, Restaurants, Cafes, Retail Stores, Beauty Stores, Pub, Timezone and lots more. Directly across the road from the Coolangatta beach with amazing views and also across the road from the Commonwealth Games Volley Ball Event
84 locals recommend
The Strand at Coolangatta
72-80 Marine ParadeLocated in Coolangatta only a few minutes South of the property this centre has everything including: Cinemas, Woolworths, Aldi, Restaurants, Cafes, Retail Stores, Beauty Stores, Pub, Timezone and lots more. Directly across the road from the Coolangatta beach with amazing views and also across the road from the Commonwealth Games Volley Ball Event
Robina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping centres. Cinemas, Ten Pin Bowling, Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Restaurants, Cafes and lots more.
60 locals recommend
Robina Town Centre Drive
Robina Town Centre DriveRobina Town Centre is one of the largest shopping centres. Cinemas, Ten Pin Bowling, Retail Stores, Supermarkets, Restaurants, Cafes and lots more.
Essentials
Located only 2 minutes from the property this grocery store is situation in a small shopping centre on the gold coast highway it is easy to access and it has everything you need
50 locals recommend
Coles Palm Beach
Fourth AvenueLocated only 2 minutes from the property this grocery store is situation in a small shopping centre on the gold coast highway it is easy to access and it has everything you need
Our preferred supermarket. Plenty of parking, plenty of choices. Located only 2 minutes drive from the property this grocery store is situation in a small shopping centre that has everything you need.
26 locals recommend
Woolworths Palm Waters
155 Nineteenth AveOur preferred supermarket. Plenty of parking, plenty of choices. Located only 2 minutes drive from the property this grocery store is situation in a small shopping centre that has everything you need.
Located in the newly renovated Pines Shopping Centre, Woolworths has everything you need
8 locals recommend
Woolworths Elanora Pines
31 Guineas Creek RdLocated in the newly renovated Pines Shopping Centre, Woolworths has everything you need
Entertainment & Activities
Seaworld has loads of entertainment for all the family, with water park, rides for the little kids, rides for the big kids, helicopter rides, sealife animals including dolphins, polar bears, penguins, sharks, fish, seals, sting rays and lots more
699 locals recommend
Sea World
Seaworld DrSeaworld has loads of entertainment for all the family, with water park, rides for the little kids, rides for the big kids, helicopter rides, sealife animals including dolphins, polar bears, penguins, sharks, fish, seals, sting rays and lots more
Wet'n'Wild is a waterpark that caters for the whole family, with heated pools, slides for little kids, slides for big kids, food stores and retails stores
285 locals recommend
Wet 'n' Wild station
Wet'n'Wild is a waterpark that caters for the whole family, with heated pools, slides for little kids, slides for big kids, food stores and retails stores
Dreamworld is an amusement park for the whole family, with rides for little kids, rides for big kids, water park and animals such as tigers, koalas, kangaroos and lots more
429 locals recommend
Dreamworld station
Dreamworld is an amusement park for the whole family, with rides for little kids, rides for big kids, water park and animals such as tigers, koalas, kangaroos and lots more
Movie world is for the whole family. It has rides for little kids and big kids, shows all day long including the Motor Car Races, 4D cinema, roller coasters, food and retail stores
647 locals recommend
Warner Bros. Movie World
Pacific MotorwayMovie world is for the whole family. It has rides for little kids and big kids, shows all day long including the Motor Car Races, 4D cinema, roller coasters, food and retail stores
Paradise Country is a great day out for the family with little kids as it has baby animals that the kids can touch and feed. They have shows during the day with horses, lamas, kangaroos, koalas and loads more
93 locals recommend
Paradise Country
Production DriveParadise Country is a great day out for the family with little kids as it has baby animals that the kids can touch and feed. They have shows during the day with horses, lamas, kangaroos, koalas and loads more