The Gold Coast’s Best Irish Pubs For Pints And St Patrick’s Celebrations
Danielle Read
Contributor | Urban List
Scour sidewalks for shamrocks and get ready to jig—Gold Coast's best Irish pubs are alive and kicking. ICYMI, March 17 is Saint Patrick's Day, and there are places a-plenty to raise your Guiness or tuck into a festive feast.
Originally an ode to Ireland's patron saint, today Saint Patrick's Day is a collective celebration of cheer, culture and community. Here are the very best Irish pubs on the Gold Coast/Kombumerri Country in 2026.
Finn McCool's
39 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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A quintessential Irish Pub on Surfers Paradise's main drag, Finn McCool's fully embodies the Irish term for fun—craic. The vibe here is honestly always electric and the classic interiors met with amped up live music makes for a top tier Irish pub on the Gold Coast.Their hearty fare is a mix of pub classics and Irish homestyle cooking. Think, steak and Guiness pie with braised onions and buttery mashed potatoes.
Saint Patrick's Day festivities kick of Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March with a load of food, Irish dancers and even a Gold Coast Pipe Band. Don your green, there are prizes for best dressed.
INSIDER INTEL
- The dancefloor goes off here
Waxy's Irish Pub
3206 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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Waxy's is a beloved Gold Coast Irish pub with undeniable character. The walls are plastered with Irish sayings, the bar's long and the live entertainment space is quaint. There are little booths to catch up with friends and feel like you're in a 90s sitcom. Venture outdoors into their adjoining urban laneway bar, for a whole new vibe.
This Saint Patrick's Day there's a limited time menu on Tuesday 17th featuring the likes of lamb and kilkenny stew with root vegetables and fresh breads. Though this joint is cracking open five days of live music and dancers Friday 13 through Tuesday 17 March.
INSIDER INTEL
- Their latest venue addition is the swanky Skyline rooftop bar
D'Arcy Arms
2923 Gold Coast Hwy, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
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A relic on the Gold Coast Highway, D'Arcy Arms is giving old school pub, with the grit and good chats to match. The oldest Irish pub on the Gold Coast, they've been around since 1988 and know a thing or two about creating a buzz for tourists and locals alike. Irish spice bag dishes are always on the menu. It's this Irish-Chinese dish featuring shredded salt and chilli chicken tossed with stir fried vegetables that pulls a crowd and is well worth adding to your order.
This Saint Patrick's Day they're throwing a three day festival of food, music and dancing, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15, then antics continue Tuesday 17 March.
INSIDER INTEL
- There's the option to book a room and stay the night
Dublin Docks
Harbourtown Shopping Centre, Harbourtown Dr, Biggera Waters QLD 4216
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One for the Northerners, Dublin Docks is my pick for the most modern Gold Coast Irish pub. It's waterfront and attached to Harbourtown which is honestly such a win because it's stunning backdrop makes for the perfect post-shop regroup. There's a bistro bar and a sports bar, plus family friendly options too. While the menu leans towards pub classics, you will find the odd hearty Irish stew and Guiness beef pie with mushy peas and Guiness gravy on the cards.
This Saint Patrick's Day the crew invite you to shake your shamrocks with four days of live music, Irish dancers, live DJs, raffles, best dressed comps and prizes.
INSIDER INTEL
- This is one for the sports-lovers, with a rolling calendar of big screen viewings
Den Devine
15 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218
Keep an eye out for the Guiness Logo out the front of Den Devine. While not an exclusively Irish pub, this place features and Irish-inspired menu including tender lamb shanks. On the drinks menu you'll find Irish ciders, honeycomb liqueuers and even baby guinness coffee and Baileys throwbacks. This is a music-first venue, and there's a mix of open mic nights and local artist features that feature on regularly rotating lineups.
This Saint Patrick's Day, there's live music 11.30am through to 10pm and your chance to win Guiness for a month if that's your style. There'll be merch giveaways and prizes up for grabs.
INSIDER INTEL
- Order the flaming baby Guiness for a little show
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