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Where To Find 15 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Japanese Restaurants

Ramen slurping, bowl sipping and sashimi devouring—there’s something particularly magical about Japanese cuisine. Perhaps it’s the silky smooth dashi broth, the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth seafood selection, or the friendly, cheerful service that never misses a beat.

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15 Of The Best Restaurants In Coolangatta And Surrounds In 2025

We’ve tasted our way through this seaside suburb to bring you the best restaurants in Coolangatta totally worth opening your wallet for. 

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LiTO

The Gold Coast’s dining scene is heating up once again with the arrival of LiTO—the brand-new all-day Italian restaurant landing on the ground floor of Mondrian Gold Coast.

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Haven

Coastal dining has reached a new peek at Mondrian Gold Coast’s much-anticipated restaurant and beach club.

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Rossa Pizzeria & Bar

Rossa Pizzeria & Bar is opening this May at the Wyndham, designed to be a casual and social spot for some authentic Italian classics.

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13 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Surf Clubs For Beachfront Dining In 2025

The best place to view the Gold Coast's spectacular shores (while indulging in a cheeky nibble or sip) is from the deck of a surf club.

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10 Of The Best Brunswick Heads Restaurants Worth The Drive

Byron Bay’s lesser known litte sister, Brunswick Heads is the sleepy coastal town we are utterly obsessed with. It's laidback, it's stunning and it's becoming a burgeoning culinary hub.

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The Best Tiramisu On The Gold Coast Worth Saving Room For

Tiramisu is famous for a reason, and here's where to find the best ten tiramisus on the Gold Coast.

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Piada Co. Byron Bay

Piada Co fuses traditional Italian eats with modern street food energy and they’re now taking their game-changing concept to Byron Bay.

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Pink Whale Thai

Surfers Paradise's neon-soaked Pink Whale Thai seamlessly melds boldness and eccentricity with authentic Thai street food.

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Ciccio’s Pizza And Gelato

Ciccio’s offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience combining Italy’s iconic duo–pizza and gelato.

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This Slick Brisbane Supper Club Just Got A Late-Night Glow-Up

We’re all for stretching a night out—especially when the cocktails are dialled up, the bites are bold, and buzzing entertainment induces napkin-swirling and tabletop boogies.

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BabyMama Is Mamasan’s Chic New East Asian Restaurant In Mermaid Beach

BabyMama is Mamasan’s chic little sister restaurant now open in Mermaid Beach, plating up bold East Asian flavours in a moody, intimate venue. 

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20 Of The Best Restaurants In Surfers Paradise

With ample choice but varying quality, let us guide you to all of the very best restaurants in Surfers Paradise that'll keep you fed and watered year 'round. 

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Mona Lisa’s Lair

Mona Lisa’s Lair is Miami Marketta’s new intimate restaurant and Champagne bar, serving up a French-inspired menu in a space that oozes moody Parisian charm. 

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Cook Club

Perched on 200 acres of lush Gold Coast hinterland at Mudgeeraba’s Boomerang Farm, Cook Club is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the tastebuds.

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The Ducks at Hotel Brunswick

The Ducks at Hotel Brunswick, a highly anticipated culinary collaboration between the renowned Three Blue Ducks team and Hotel Brunswick, has made its debut.

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13 Bottomless Boozy Brunch Spots To Hit On The Gold Coast

Brunch is basically the cheekiest meal of the day. You’ve secretly already had brekky, it’s not quite lunch, yet you’re already famished and heading out for a friendly catch up is on the cards.

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20 Of The Absolute Best Broadbeach Restaurants To Visit In 2025

If you haven’t figured out that Broadbeach is one of the Gold Coast’s central destinations for all things scrumptious, it's time you check out one of these 20 restaurants. 

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18 Reasons You Need To Head To Townsville For Your Next Adventure Holiday

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year. 

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Amore Ristorante

Amore Ristorante brings vibrant Italian flavours to the heart of Southport.

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Harahetta Ramen

Harahetta Ramen is the newest kid on the block to join the Gold Coast ramen scene, quickly earning rave reviews and a steady following of chopstick-wielding devotees. 

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Bridges MD Belgian Dining

Tucked away alongside Currumbin Creek, Bridges MD Belgian Dining brings a slice of Belgium right to the Gold Coast. 

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25 Of The Absolute Best Gold Coast Restaurants In 2025

There’s no doubt about it—the Gold Coast in 2025 is a full-blown culinary paradise. But when it comes to choosing the perfect spot for a special night out, it can still feel a little overwhelming. That’s where we come in.

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25 Of The Best Gold Coast Cheap Eats For Under $20

Low on funds? Don’t sweat it, because we’ve done you and your back pocket a major solid, penning a list of the best cheap eats on the Gold Coast.

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Where To Slurp Up The Best Ramen On The Gold Coast In 2025

Dreaming of an overseas getaway but the ol’ pockets are a little dry? Luckily the Gold Coast has some seriously slurp-worthy ramen spots to fuel your wanderlust feels. 

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Byron Bay Oyster Bar

Inspired by the lively oyster bars of New England and New York, this stylish new spot combines laid-back coastal vibes with an elevated dining experience.

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Marina Social

Marina Social offers a more casual breakfast and lunch take on the Social Eating House experience, nestled in the heart of Marina Mirage.

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Tokyo Doll

Bringing together modern Japanese cuisine, expertly crafted cocktails, and hours of high-energy entertainment, Tokyo Doll is quickly becoming  Byron's go-to spot.

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Coastal Walks And Titanique: Sandy McIntyre’s Ideal Sydney Winter Weekend

Sandy McIntyre is the actor, writer, producer and model making waves across Australia’s creative scene. We picked their brains on the best of what to do in Sydney this winter season. 

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Beachside Brunches And MJ The Musical: Millie Elliott’s Ultimate Sydney Saturday Off The Pitch

If there’s one person who knows how to make the most of a weekend in Sydney, it’s the powerhouse NRLW player, sharp-witted commentator, and podcast co-host Millie Elliott. 

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These Luxe Retreats Are Some of Australia’s Best—And They Just Dropped an Epic Sale

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

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YOT Club

Queensland's ever-iconic floating club is back in full force, and YOT Club 2.0 has relaunched with a makeover that’s nothing short of jaw-dropping.

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Madame V

 Madame V will blend traditional and modern Asian flavours, offering an exquisite à la carte dining experience and signature Yum Cha Sundays.

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Blaire’s Bistro

Just as the Gold Coast starts to heat up for summer, Burleigh’s buzzing dining scene is getting a refresh of its own.

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The Best Gold Coast Restaurants For Mother’s Day Feasts In 2025

This Mother’s Day, treat your mum like the queen she is and spoil her with an indulgent lunch at one of the Gold Coast’s best restaurants hosting special Mother’s Day events.

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25 Things To Do With Mum This Mother’s Day On The Gold Coast

Get ready to earn fave child status with these 30 awesome things to do on the Gold Coast this Mother’s Day.

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Your Ultimate Guide To The Barossa Valley With Andy Allen

Here's your ultimate Eat, Play, Stay guide to the Barossa Valley with Andy Allen.

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Bar Leo Food & Wine

Nestled away in the back streets of Bundall, this local suburban restaurant will transport you to a Mediterranean dream.

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Sefa Kitchen

Sefa Kitchen, a much-loved Middle Eastern Bondi institution has just made its Byron Bay debut. 

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Lars Bar & Grill

Wood-fired steak, hyper-local seafood and a head chef with seriously impressive creds—Lars Bar & Grill has just opened in Mermaid Beach and we’re hyped about it. 

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20 Of The Best New Openings On The Gold Coast In 2025

These openings on the Gold Coast are set to shake up a scene that’s already bursting at the seams with wining and dining goodness.

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The Gold Coast’s Best Teppanyaki Restaurants Worth Grabbing Your Chopsticks For

At Urban List, flames and flavour go hand in hand. Who doesn't love the sizzling, smoky, tantalising goodness of teppanyaki?

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22 Of The Absolute Best Restaurants In Burleigh Heads In 2025

To help get your next weekend or holiday sorted, here are 22 of best restaurants in Burleigh Heads.

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Costa Taco | Broadbeach

In seriously delicious news for Broadbeach locals, cult-fave Mexican restaurant Costa Taco has opened in Broady and we couldn't be more excited. It has ignited Broadbeach's dining scene, breathing new energy into the iconic yellow building on the corner of Armrick Avenue, proving that sometimes the most mouthwatering revivals come wrapped in a tortilla.

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Piada Co | Burleigh Heads

If there’s one thing Gold Coasters love, it’s Italian cuisine. What about authentic Italian street food? Now we’re talking. Chuck in a prime location in the heart of Burleigh Heads and you’ve got all the ingredients for the Gold Coast’s next big thing.

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Kiyomi

If you have a penchant for top-notch Japanese food—and seriously, who doesn’t— then you must add Kiyomi to your Gold Coast dining bucket list. A refined masterpiece within The Star Gold Coast’s culinary crown, this is fine dining that oozes elegance.

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11 Of The Gold Coast’s Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets In 2025

Forks at the ready. Serve yourself a plate (or 20) at one of these 11 best buffets on the Gold Coast right now.

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What’s Open On ANZAC Day On The Gold Coast (Updated 2025)

ANZAC Day is all about commemorating our diggers, past and present, but, it is also the crown jewel in a string of public holidays that simply can’t be wasted vegging out on the couch after the annual dawn service. 

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60+ Cafes, Restaurants & Bars Open This Easter Long Weekend On The Gold Coast

This Easter long weekend on the Gold Coast, we’re pointing you in the direction of some of our favourite cafes, restaurants and bars.

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Franc Jrs | Nobby Beach

A feeling of devastation settled over the Gold Coast when Francie’s Pizzeria closed their doors for renovations in early 2022, with the only solace being that they would be back, with a promise of new and improved. 

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Ramen Danbo Pimpama

Ramen Danbo has come a long way from their origins in Chikushino, on one of Japan’s southern islands. After opening their first store in 2000, news of their supreme noodles spread to the rest of the island, then the entire country, and these days Ramen Danbo is an international sensation. At their Pimpama store, they’re breaking the internet once again with Australia’s first drive thru ramen, where you can now grab a bowl of tonkotsu on the run. 

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Kirra Beach House

Perched directly above Kirra Beach Hotel on the second level of Kirra Point Precinct, Kirra Beach House is a jaw-dropping 1200 sqm beachfront dining masterpiece. The dining, drinking and event destination boasts uninterrupted ocean views from every vantage point, unlike anything we’ve seen before.

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9 Unrivalled Brisbane Dining Experiences All Foodies Must Try

​If your go-to food hit list is dwindling as you've eaten through your home city, Brisbane's pumping restaurant scene has got you covered.

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The Gemelli Crew Have Opened A Neighbourhood-Style Trattoria In Carrara

The crew behind the iconic Gemelli Italian empire have just opened their sixth restaurant, and it’s a nostalgic return to their neighbourhood-style Italian trattoria roots.

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Craft Brews And Destination Dining: A Food-Lover’s Guide To Dunedin

Dunedin may be a small student city at heart, but this heritage hotspot sure knows how to punch above its weight when it comes to drinking and dining. 

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Azure Bar and Grill

Named for Byron Bay's iconic blue waters, Azure Bar and Grill boasts both a open-air bar and grill terrace and a fine dining restaurant space. Nestled within Elements of Byron's luxury beachfront resort, the sleek restaurant is headed up by world-renowned chef Ebony Baker and has a strong ethos of celebrating Byron Bay and surrounds' finest produce.

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ATTO Korean Cuisine

If you needed another sign that the Northern Gold Coast is levelling up its restaurant scene, the opening of ATTO Korean Cuisine is certainly it. Located in Chirn Park, this pocket-sized modern Korean joint might be small but its culinary offerings are mighty. 

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Blowfish Ocean Grill + Bar

Broadbeach is undoubtedly one of the Gold Coast’s most lauded foodie hubs and it has cemented its place even further with the opening of an opulent seafood restaurant. BLOWFISH Ocean Grill + Bar is brought to us from the restaurateurs behind Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill, Steve and Autumn Adams, so you already know it’s seriously special.

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16 Of Townsville’s Best Restaurants And Bars

Start booking dinner reservations, here are the best Townsville restaurants and bars to hit up on your trip.

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Cadillac Supper Club Has Transformed Into A Lively Italo-American Pizzeria

Cadillac Supper Club has been reimagined as an Italo-American pizzeria and bar, inspired by the team's love of pizza and the lively culture that surrounds it.

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Life In The Fast Lane

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

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Frida’s Field

Frida’s Field is the Northern Rivers’ ultimate celebration of wide open spaces. Perched atop an emerald glade, this husband-wife run farm-to-table restaurant and event space offers refined local eats and rustic country charm in equal measure. 

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Billy Chow

Kirra is undoubtedly one of the Gold Coast’s hottest, quickly-evolving suburbs and the arrival of Billy Chow is testament enough.

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Lagoon Beach Club

The Northern Gold Coast just got a whole lot swankier with the opening of the revamped Lagoon Beach Club. The $2.5 million beach club in the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort is the first of its kind on the Northern Gold Coast and it's got lazy poolside days in the sunshine written all over it. 

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21 Of Tamborine Mountain’s Best Cafes And Restaurants In 2025

These are the best restaurants and cafes on Tamborine Mountain to elevate your next hinterland trip in 2025.

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16 Of The Best Southport Restaurants To Hit In 2025

Southport is best known for its dazzling Broadwater, but, in recent years, it’s also transformed into a fierce contender on the Gold Coast dining scene.

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13 Of Currumbin And Tugun’s Best Restaurants To Add To Your Hit List (2025 Edition)

Whether you're a local or just passing through, Currumbin boasts a dining scene that's as diverse as it is delicious. 

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Parkwood Village | Coming Soon

The Gold Coast’s first-ever surf park is set to be unveiled in Parkwood Village, which will be transformed into a world-class integrated golf and surf village, predicted to open in 2026. 

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The Oxley Mermaid Beach

There’s no doubt Mermaid Beach (or Nobby Beach to locals) is becoming one of the Gold Coast’s burgeoning foodie hubs and the opening of The Oxley certainly cements this.

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Kirra Beach Hotel

The revamped Kirra Beach Hotel within the Kirra Point Precinct will open late November 2023, as part of a revival of the cherished coastal locale which has proudly stood as a Kirra icon since 1956. The essence of the pub remains the same—a casual, quintessentially Aussie watering hole which keeps locals at its heart.

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This Northside Pub Has Just Reopened With The Area’s Biggest Beer Garden And Playground

This northside institution has always been a go-to, but after a stunning revamp, it’s next-level.

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25+ Valentine’s Day Dinners And Date Ideas On The Gold Coast

Want to take your hot date to one of the best restaurants on the Gold Coast for Valentine's Day? Here's a helpful list of some of the most romantic restaurants on the Gold Coast.

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Bar Monte Is Miami’s New Neighbourhood Italian Joint From The Light Years Crew

Bar Monte is equal parts sophisticated and playful; a welcome splash of vibrancy into Miami’s dining scene.

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kōst

kōst eloquently describes itself as ‘a place where sensory meets the sea; where rustic meets refined’. The modern bar and grill boasts Australia’s first two-metre Mibrasa charcoal bar and grill and has amalgamated three previous tenancies on Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach to create one sprawling venue and outdoor pavilion, encompassing a stunning 130-seat restaurant and 50 seats for cocktail-style dining. 

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Little Truffle

Esteemed Mermaid Beach dining institution Little Truffle has reopened its iconic timber doors, revealing a magnificent million-dollar renovation. Renowned chef and restaurateur Daniel Ridgeway and wife Ruggie are the maestros behind the highly-anticipated rebirth of their distinguished fine-dining haven, Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar, which closed for 11 months due to light rail construction.

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Ember Byron Bay

'Elegant and refined, yet approachable' is how one might describe Byron Bay's signature steakhouse, Ember. Ember Byron Bay is a premier destination for steak enthusiasts with an impressive menu that celebrates the rich diversity of produce from the Northern Rivers region. 

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The Gold Coast’s Most Romantic Restaurants For Date Night

These are the 11 most romantic restaurants on the Gold Coast—perfect for everything from first dates to anniversaries.

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Where To Find The Best Oyster Happy Hours On The Gold Coast

If there’s one thing all oyster lovers can agree on, it’s the pure bliss of smashing through a dozen (or two) without blowing the budget—leaving plenty of coin for a cheeky glass of sparkling to match. 

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Your 2025 Guide To Mullumbimby—Where To Eat, Play And Stay

Mullumbimby is big on charm, slow living and character in equal measure. Here's your 2025 Mullum guide.

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Yamagen

Yamagen is a funky Japanese izakaya located inside QT Gold Coast in the heart of Surfers Paradise. With Queensland's largest Japanese whisky collection (over 65 bottles and counting) plus some of the most innovative and creative Japanese cuisine you'll ever taste, a night here is a serious treat. 

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Nacho Baby

There’s no doubt that the Southern Gold Coast is becoming a burgeoning bar haven and if you needed any more proof, this is it. The aptly-named Nacho Baby is Tweed’s new specialty tequila bar and after three years in the making, this vibey joint is set to be the go-to destination for tequila and mezcal lovers on the Gold Coast.

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Delightful

Tweed Heads’ sweet new coffee, smoothie and sandwich shop, Delightful, is slinging up a delicious range of loaded sandwiches, fresh salads, little lunch boxes, baked goods, smoothies and coffees for all your snacking desires.

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21 Of The Best Restaurants In And Around Byron Bay In 2025

 From bustling Greek restaurants in Byron's industrial estate to long, leisurely lunches on 120-acre farms, Byron and its surrounds may just have some of the best restaurants in NSW. 

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Murwillumbah’s Best Restaurants That Are Worth The Road Trip

Riverside views, a sleepy country vibe, and Mount Warning in the backdrop—Murwillumbah has all the ingredients for a great dining experience, and it doesn’t disappoint. 

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11 Of Palm Beach’s Best Restaurants To Hit In 2025

Palm Beach is putting its hat in the ring to be the culinary gem in the Southern Gold Coast's crown.

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Bake House Gozen

Indulge your sweet tooth and visit Molendinar’s adorable Bake House Gozen, where you can chow down on an astonishingly wide selection of unique baked goods we’ve never seen before, from matcha-infused croissants to viennoiserie and much, much more. 

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Bread And Butter

Boasting stunning and uninterrupted vistas of Kirra Beach, Bread and Butter is the a prime spot for dinner with your gang or lazy Sunday lunch with the family. 

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Side Piece Coffee

Tucked away in the lakeside suburb of Varsity Lakes, Side Piece Coffee is one of the Gold Coast’s sweetest new cafes and is ready to deliver you top-notch coffee, subs and loaded toasties, or sandos as they like to call them.

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The Rick Shores Crew Have Opened Two Latin American-Inspired Venues—Meet Norté and Sueño

Norté and Sueño—a Latin American-inspired restaurant and bar pair—have opened as of late December atop the sleek The Oxley 1823 precinct in Mermaid Beach.

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What’s Open Christmas Day, Boxing Day And New Year’s Day On The Gold Coast In 2024

Wondering what’s open on the Gold Coast over the 2024 festive period? We've rounded up a bunch of cafes and restaurants that will take care of you on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

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Broadbeach Is Scoring Two New Venues Under One Roof In Time For Long Summer Lunches

These two epic new venues will take over the primo real estate of Miss Moneypenny’s and Fat Freddy's, so expect immaculate vibes, excellent tipples and drool-worthy eats. 

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Cafe Catalina

Nestled on the Gold Coast’s iconic Broadwater, Cafe Catalina is the full package with its fresh menu, laidback vibes and vibrant outdoor bar. Taking full advantage of location, Cafe Catalina has unrivalled coastal views to set the scene any time of the day. 

Tayta Bar & Restaurant

The Gold Coast is certainly a melting pot of flavours and cuisines, but every now and then, a new restaurant comes along which brings something truly unique to the table. Meet Tayta.

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Bonito

The Byron Bay restaurant scene has a dazzling newcomer—a culinary hotspot that is determined to push the boundaries of flavour, champion seafood and plant-based cuisine and seamlessly blend elegance with comfort. Meet Bonito. 

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10 Stunning Wineries Within Driving Distance Of The Gold Coast

Many sips and nibbles later, we’ve identified the top ten wineries on the Gold Coast and surrounds.

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After 10 Years This Iconic Ipswich Pub Has Re-Opened With A Mammoth Restoration

Clear your social cals, here’s everything you need to know about your new and improved local.

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25 Gold Coast Christmas Lunch And Dinner Feasts In 2024

Catering for the clan on Christmas Day can really take the fun out of festive season. So why not hang up your novelty apron and leave it to the experts?

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The Smoking Camel

The Light Years crew has added another jewel to their crown, with the opening of a bold new Middle Eastern restaurant championing charcoal-grilled cuisine. The aptly named Smoking Camel showcases vibrant interiors, share-style dishes cooked over charcoal and fragrant cocktails, all set against a neon backdrop. 

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YOT Deck

It might feel like everyone is living their best Euro summer lives right now but if you’re craving waterfront summer sips here on the Gold Coast, we’ve got good news for you. Luxury superyacht venue, YOT Club and Main Beach Superyacht Marina are teaming up to bring us an incredible summer pop-up entertainment venue.

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Southport Pavilion

Situated on the edge of the Nerang River, the waterfront Southport Pavilion boasts magnificent views of the Surfers Paradise skyline and the Gold Coast hinterland. While the literal waterfront location is undoubtedly the jewel in Southport Pavilion’s crown, the fit-out is seriously impressive with coastal blue and white tones paying homage to its prime location, reminiscent of Euro-style beach clubs. 

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11 Of Southport’s Best Cafes For Your Next Brunch Date

These are the top 11 cafes and coffee shops in Southport, in no particular order. 

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Hanks Is Kirra’s New Beachfront Coastal European Restaurant From The Siblings Crew

Hanks was designed with the laidback Kirra lifestyle in mind and neighbourhood spirit at its heart.

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Mex Cartel

It’s no secret we have a passionate love affair with Mexican cuisine, and if you’re anything like us, then you need to make your way to Burleigh’s Mexican newcomer, Mex Cartel. Formerly Margarita Cartel, the revamped new venue boasts a boldly colourful fit-out, top-notch Mexican eats and impressive cocktails to boot.

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Horizon Sky Dining

The Gold Coast is renowned for boasting stunning vistas, but it doesn’t get much better than at Horizon Sky Dining. Formerly Four Winds 360 Revolving Restaurant, the beloved Gold Coast icon has been reborn as Horizon Sky Dining, with 360-degree revolving views sitting sky-high above Surfers Paradise. 

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Etsu Izakaya

We heart Etsu Izakaya. This flawless venue has been a raging success since the day it opened, and it’s not hard to see why. Be it the sexy fit-out, the energetic atmosphere, the loveable owners and their seriously cool staff, or that Etsu are plating up some of the most next-level modern Japanese eats the Gold Coast has ever seen.

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Tempered Corn Chocolate And Cone-ception: Tarts Anon’s Gareth Whitton On The Future Of Dessert

We had a yarn with Gareth Whitton about the top Aussie dessert businesses and pop-ups that he believes are redefining the world of all things sweet.

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Fast Food Joints And Social Enterprises: Atlas Dining’s Charlie Carrington On The Future Of Food

Robots delivering dishes, lab-grown meat and 3D-printed veggies—imaginations run wild when thinking about the future of food.

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The Gold Coast’s Best Craft Breweries Worth Frothing Over

Whether you’re a seasoned beer swiller or just love a reason to get out and socialise; we’ve rounded up the best breweries on the Gold Coast and nearby.

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Crispy Italian Bar

The Gold Coast is bursting at the seams with top-notch Italian joints, but every now and then, one comes along which grabs our attention with a unique concept. And incredible pizza, of course.

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Dracula’s Cabaret

If a night spent laughing at wild antics like juggling, magic, singing and dancing sounds like time well spent, you’re gonna need to make a booking at Dracula’s. Dracula’s is an MA15+ cabaret show full of death-defying aerial acrobatics that are bound to send a chill down your spine with excitement. 

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Tropic Vice

While you might not be taking a trip to the sunny land of Florida anytime soon, you can be there in spirit—with a cheeky marg in hand, of course—at Tropic Vice. The expansive rooftop space overlooking the iconic Nobby’s strip first opened in late 2021 and has just reopened after a major revamp. 

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Dining Out, Dialled Up—How Dinner And A Show Has Reached The Next Level

Once upon a time, dinner was enough. You came, you saw, you ate, you drank. Now? Well, it’s an endless adventure with wild possibilities.

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10 Of The Best High Teas On The Gold Coast In 2024

Whether you're treating mum or just feeling fancy, here's where to find the best high tea on the Gold Coast.

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Tommy’s Taco Bar Is Currumbin’s Vibrant New Taqueria From The Tommy’s Italian Crew

Tommy’s Taco Bar is the vibrant, tequila-wielding little brother of Tommy’s Currumbin.

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Lenny Pizzeria & Bar

If you’re ever feeling peckish after a long day in Mudgeeraba shopping centre you’re in luck, because Lenny Pizzeria & Bar is just a few steps away. 

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Vanitas

Palazzo Versace’s signature Italian restaurant, Vanitas, has re-opened after a twelve-month hiatus and it’s already shaking up the Gold Coast fine dining scene. Vanitas is unrivalled in sophisticated dining, with diners treated to a nine-course degustation menu that is a refined celebration of modern Italian classics, in a nod to the chefs’ European heritage.

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Bar Heather

Chef Ollie Wong-Hee has clocked time in the kitchen at Mr. Wong, Sixpenny, and Ester—some of Sydney's best restaurants—but these days you'll find him at Bar Heather in Byron Bay. 

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Madame V Is Palm Beach’s New Modern Asian-Inspired Venue From The Little Truffle Team

Madame V blends traditional and modern Asian flavours, offering an exquisite à la carte dining experience, private dining rooms, and signature Yum Cha Sundays. 

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JUJU Is Mermaid’s Playful New Multi-Level Restaurant And Bar Where Fine Dining Meets Euro Party

Fine dining meets Euro-inspired party vibes at the sprawling split-level hospitality venue.

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Get Hooked On 14 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Fish And Chips

Best consumed overlooking the beach or let’s be honest, anywhere on our beautiful Gold Coast, we’ve rounded the best fish and chip joints the Gold Coast has to offer. 

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Eska Is The Stunning Sashimi And Champagne Bar Levelling Up Mermaid Beach

When a venue seamlessly blends an elegant sashimi bar and elevated seafood takeaway, you know it’s something special—and that’s exactly what awaits you at Eska.

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21 Cool Christmas Party Venues On The Gold Coast That Don’t Suck

So you’ve been enlisted to organise the office Christmas party—gulp. The pressure is on and chances are you’re scratching your head for ideas. 

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Gather The Crew For A Bottomless Feast At These Iconic Riverside Spots This Week

Experience Brisbane’s ultimate bottomless feasts this winter with stunning alfresco dining options. 

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Inside Moustache, The New Espresso And Wine Bar Bringing A Touch Of Europe To Mermaid Beach

Created with the laidback Mermaid Beach lifestyle in mind, Moustache effortlessly merges the laidback vibes of an espresso joint with the elegance of a wine bar. 

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Inside Roji Cat, Miami’s New Neon-Soaked Japanese-Inspired Brewery

One thing we haven’t seen before? A Japanese alley-style brewery with a dedicated sake bar and electronic darts room. 

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14 Of The Best Gluten-Free Cafes And Restaurants On The Gold Coast

Gone are the days of sad, boring gluten-free food. More recently, mouthwatering gluten-free dishes have rolled out in force across the Gold Coast.  

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The Best Vegetarian Restaurants And Cafes On The Gold Coast In 2024

The Gold Coast is a hub for tasty vegan eats, with vegan cafes, restaurants and bakeries popping up on the regular. 

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10 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Steak Restaurants In 2024

These are the Gold Coast’s top 10 steakhouses, curated for your carnivorous pleasure. Bon appétit.

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Here’s How To Score Up To 50% Off Your Entire Bill At These Local Hospo Hotspots

We know that money is tight right now for a lot of us, but that doesn’t have to impact your social life or love of dining out.

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Where To Find The Gold Coast’s Best Pho

These are the Gold Coast’s eleven best pho joints—perfect for winter. Grab your chopsticks and get ready to slurp.

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12 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Family-Friendly Cafes And Restaurants

From dedicated kid-friendly menus to epic play areas, here are our picks for the top family-friendly restaurants and cafes on the Gold Coast.

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The Best Dumplings On The Gold Coast And Where To Find Them

Good things come in small savoury pockets of magic. Whether you love dumplings, live for gyoza, want more wontons or don’t really know the difference between the three... we’ve got you covered. 

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LimLay Is Bringing Elevated Thai Street Food To Burleigh Heads

Meaning ‘by the beach’ in Thai, LimLay comes to us from the team behind some of the Gold Coast’s most beloved Thai restaurants. 

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Wrap Your Mitts Around 13 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Hot Chocolates

We’ve done the hard work for you and sipped our way around to find the best hot chocolates on the Gold Coast.

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12 Of The Best Main Beach Restaurants For Lavish Dining

Main Beach’s culinary revival has flourished over recent years, deeming this locale an absolute go-to for waterfront dining on the Gold Coast.

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16 Of The Best Mermaid Beach Restaurants To Hit In 2024

Snuggled between Broadbeach’s glitz and Nobby’s beach town vibe, Mermaid Beach has our heart for many reasons.

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Where To Find The Best Pasta On The Gold Coast, 2024 Edition

Whether you're a die-hard pasta fiend or just craving a big bowl of hearty Italian comfort food this winter, the Gold Coast has some truly incredible Italian restaurants serving authentic spaghetti, orecchiette, ravioli, fettuccine and pappardelle. 

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Here’s Why You Need To Hit The Star Gold Coast For Your Next Dinner Date

If food is your significant other’s love language, then pencil in your next date night at The Star and get ready to score some serious brownie points.

Things To Do

Everything You Need To Try At Dine BNE City This Month

With some of Brisbane City's best restaurants, bars, and eateries joining forces for the entire month of June, we’ve rounded up the events that are topping our 2024 Dine BNE City hit list.

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The Gold Coast’s Best Happy Hours To Hit This Week (Updated 2024)

Feeling thirsty but feeling the pinch? There are still plenty of spots around town where you can drink on a dime, you just need to know where to look (and when to visit). 

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10 Of The Best Places To Eat In Logan In 2024

From melt-in-your-mouth pastries to international eats that will take your tastebuds around the world, here’s our non-negotiable hit list next time you plan a day trip to Logan. 

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Wrap Two Hands Around 17 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Toasted Sandwiches

Everyone loves a good sanga, but something magical happens when you slather the outside with butter and fry that bread to golden, crisp perfection.

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20 Of The Gold Coast’s Most Beautiful Long Lunch Restaurants

We are shining a light on all the top spots perfect for a long, lazy, so-good-we-could-cry weekend lunch. 

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How To Spend A Loved-Up Date At The Star This Autumn

Whether you’re the kind of couple to enjoy the finer things in life or looking to make it a double date, we’ve curated a few date ideas guaranteed to impress—with some help from The Star.

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Margarita Month And Free Vino—Everything Happening At The Star This Month

Fire up the group chat, here’s your action-packed hit list of everything you need to do at The Star.

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Where To Buy The Gold Coast’s Best Fresh Seafood

With an abundance of local fishing spots, the ocean’s finest fresh seafood is dished up right across the Gold Coast.

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A Sleek Beachfront Cafe And Mediterranean Restaurant By The Gambaro Group Have Opened In Coolangatta

Two new venues have opened at DBar, Coolangatta, including a beachfront cafe and a chic coastal Mediterranean restaurant. 

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Where To Find The Gold Coast’s Best Yum Cha

On the Gold Coast there is a veritable banquet of boldly modern and authentically traditional yum cha places to check out. 

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Sip Cocktails In The Sunshine At The Gold Coast’s Best Rooftop Bars

With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year—a scorching summer, delightful autumn, mild winter and stunning spring—it’s no wonder we love to wine and dine in the great outdoors. Here are the best rooftop bars on the Gold Coast.

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These Waterfront Bars Need To Be On Your 2024 Hit List

Us South East Coast dwellers have two refreshed beachside watering holes to visit, so you can go from sea-salty to sipping spicy mango margaritas in no time.

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From Dining To Beach Hopping, How To Live La Dolce Vita On The Sunshine Coast

If you’re craving la dolce vita but couldn’t afford Euro summer this year, we’re bringing the sunshine your way instead. We’ve teamed up with Peroni to bring you a slice of the good life from the best Amalfi-inspired spots all over Sunshine Coast.

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14 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Thai Restaurants For A Spicy Feast

It’s nearly impossible to resist the urge to chow down on Pad Thai and slurp up tom yum soup, and thankfully there is a plethora of top Thai restaurants on the Gold Coast.

Things To Do

What To Eat, Drink And Do In Burleigh Heads

Burleigh has it all, really. A thriving dining scene, pumping nightlife, boutique shopping, a huge expanse of glorious beach and some of the best surfing waves on the Gold Coast. 

Travel

Your Luxury Guide To Discovering Townsville In 2024

Pristine immaculate coastline, endless lingering sunshine and bountiful local produce—Townsville has become a marvel of North Queensland for good reason, with a string of decadent new openings around the charming town awaiting exploration.

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5 Experiences To Feast Your Way Through At The Star This Christmas

Swap the stress of the kitchen this year—we've all seen that episode of The Bear—and leave the cooking and entertaining to the experts. 

Features

Kirra Point Precinct Has Opened Two Spectacular Beachfront Dining Destinations

The highly-anticipated Kirra Point Precinct has unveiled two spectacular hospitality destinations this summer, which will redefine the very essence of coastal living.

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Where To Find The Best Northern Rivers Restaurants In 2024

Stretching from Tweed through to Kyogle, the Northern Rivers' best restaurants range from family-owned hideaways to hatted establishments.

Things To Do

Get Your Festive Celebrations Underway At This Luxe Inner-City Venue And Rooftop

Ring in the new year with a delicious lineup of events on offer at Hyatt Regency. 

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This Brisbane Venue Has A New Chef And He’s Bringing Michelin-Star Worthy Cuisine To The West Side

Injecting even more life into Brisbane’s burgeoning food scene is Spanish Executive Chef Nacho Castells. This season, he's joining the Hundred Acre Restaurant, Bar and Bakery team to deliver an innovative spin on authentic Mediterranean fare.

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Soak Up Euro Summer Vibes At This Mediterranean-Themed Rooftop Bar

Powerhouse of food and drink on the Gold Coast, The Collective is bringing a slice of the Mediterranean for the next 12 months to its rooftop bar with an exclusive Lemon Lounge by Bombay Citron Pressé. Already known for its delectable lineup of Mexican, Greek, Asian, American and Italian cuisines, the Mediterranean-inspired rooftop is the place to go for mouth-watering feasts and exclusive cocktail offerings from 4-9pm on weekdays, and 12pm til late on weekends.

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Everything Happening This September At The Star Gold Coast

Spring has officially sprung on the Gold Coast and with the shift in warmer weather, it’s time to start planning your ultimate spring agenda

Travel

Dust Off Your Passport—Urban List Vacays Has Arrived

Dust off your passport—Urban List Vacays has arrived. 

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Where To Head For Taco Tuesdays On The Gold Coast

Here’s the full roundup for where you can find the best tacos on the Gold Coast for cheap.

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Dive Into 12 Of The Best Seafood Restaurants On The Gold Coast

With Gold Coast having access to some of the world’s finest, freshest seafood straight from our pristine oceans, the hardest part is narrowing down the Gold Coast’s seafood restaurants to just eleven incredible spots.

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Where To Treat Dad On The Gold Coast This Father’s Day

We’ve unearthed 11 of the best Dad Day specials happening across the Gold Coast this Father's Day, which are guaranteed to impress. The best part is, you get to eat and indulge in all the things too.

What's On

A Gourmet Long Table Dinner Under The Stars Is Happening In Broadbeach

The ultimate Gold Coast foodie’s paradise is here and this is one night you do not want to miss!

Australia

Everywhere To Eat, Play And Stay In Western Australia According To The Locals

We want to help you live the dream in WA, so we asked the passionate locals who call it home to share all their must-visit experiences across this stunning state. Dive into our guides to the best places to play, eat and stay, steeped with local knowledge and all the tools you need to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Food & Drink

kōst Is The Sleek New Coastal Bar And Grill Venue Bringing Fire-Kissed Cuisine To Broadbeach

kōst seamlessly blends elevated bar and grill cuisine with playful cocktails, fine wine and live fuel cooking methods, to deliver a high-level sensory immersion experience.

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Tarte Beach House Is Currumbin’s New Hamptons-Style Waterfront Cafe Restaurant

Tarte Bakery has dropped a sweet, sweet bombshell on us with the opening of a second venue in Currumbin, Tarte Beach House.

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Pass The Chopsticks: The Best Korean BBQ Joints On The Gold Coast In 2023

Cheap yet delicious, there’s few things that bring us as much joy as an all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ buffet washed down with a few sojus. 

Things To Do

Make The Most Of Your Weekend At This Inner-City Destination

Get out and about at this inner-city destination this winter.

Food & Drink

Slurp Your Way Through The Gold Coast’s Best Bubble Tea

Thirsty? Then you’re in luck, because we’ve got the scoop on the best bubble tea cafes the Gold Coast has to offer.

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3 Reasons This Luxe Brisbane Hotel With A Rooftop Venue Is Perfect For Your Next Event

Searching for a unique and sophisticated space for your next birthday or work event can be tricky business. Fortunately for us, there’s a recently refurbished five-star hotel joining the ultimate party mix: Hyatt Regency Brisbane. 

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10 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Indian Restaurants For A Spicy Feast

Let’s face it, we all love a good curry, whether it’s a plain old butter chicken, or a fiery vindaloo capable of singeing your insides.

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Devour This Seriously Stunning 1kg Brie Cake

Cheese-lovers listen up, we have some incredibly tasty news for you. The crew at Salt Meats Cheese have just dropped the cake to end all other cakes.