Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Gold Coast

"The humble croissant is the star of this show, featuring in a host of unique breakfast and sweet treat menu options. No surprise they’re popular, as these buttery beauties take three days to bake and perfect, before they’re dished up as the star of the eggs benny or French toast (they also do just fine on their own). Since 2015, this talented team of bakers, patissiers, chefs and makers have turned the Mermaid Beach bakehouse into a cult-followed pastry destination."

"Bam Bam Bakehouse has pastries that look so good you will want to try them all, and that’s after you have worked your way through the breakfast menu. It is reputed to be the Gold Coast cafe that actress Margot Robbie and food critic Matt Preston can go past and I can well understand why they would stop here. The food is a bit addictive."

"Whether you’re stepping off the beach or hitting the shops, Elk is conveniently located and definitely worth a try. Drop into the beachfront corner of the Oasis Shopping Centre for a seasonal menu of sweet bowls, savoury favourites with inventive twists and, of course, some quality coffee. They use Single O beans and feature roasters from around Australia in alternative brew methods, so you know you’re getting more than the standard caffeine hit."

"Another of my favourite brunches was had at Elk Espresso in Burleigh Heads. I opted for the bircher museli, a colourful creation topped with all sorts of wonderful (though if I could have left anything out I would have skipped the sprouts). Truthfully, however, it was the caramello koala thick shake that really stole the show (and yes, it comes with a full caramello koala in your drink. Winning!)"

"This funky south-end cafe is serving up healthy feeds and good vibes every day. The specialty is obviously their award winning acai bowls, but their delicious seasonal menus feature plenty of tasty hunger-busters too."

"With ‘farm to fork’ its mantra you can envisage House of Hubert’s menu without even seeing it. The wellbeing-focused venture has a coffee list to match. The Saint Blend from Clean Skin Coffee Co is the bean of choice, served with milks that range from almond to coconut, and macadamia."

"Relax at RACV Royal Pines Resort’s Arika Pool Bar & Terrace beside the outdoor tropical pool. A range of light snacks & meals are available to enjoy."

"Type: Restaurant and Cafe Fast Food Hamburgers. McDonald's is located at BP Travel Centre, Exit 54, Pacific Motorway, Coomera. Serves Fast Food, Burger."

"The BMD Northcliffe Surf Club is the epitome of relaxed, beachside fun. Although any surf club on the Gold Coast is a guaranteed good time, this one is multi-award winning, and for good reason. They’re offering up an unbeatable location, excellent service, and all your favourite surf club feeds such as fish and chips, parmis and burgers."

"If it's breezy beachfront dining you're after, Northcliffe Surf Club in Surfers Paradise has you covered. This long standing family favourite not only boasts a community heart, but also a fresh style..."