12 Best Bars on the Gold Coast
Whether you're after cocktails with a view, live music, or a casual drink with mates, the Gold Coast has venues scattered across Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Robina and beyond. Here are 12 solid options worth checking out.
1Bars Surfers Paradise1. BMG Cowboys
A straightforward bar option in the heart of Surfers Paradise if you want to get a drink without the frills.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(1,700)· Google70Spot ScoreGreat
2Bars Surfers Paradise2. Cocktails Nightclub
Combines drinking with live music, making it a good pick if you want entertainment alongside your cocktails.
Open late (after 10pm)View venue4.8(1,386)· Google$$$$69Spot ScoreWorth a Look
3Bars Broadbeach3. Garden Kitchen & Bar
Offers a different vibe over in Broadbeach if you're looking to explore beyond the main Surfers Paradise strip.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(2,761)· Google$$$$67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Bars Surfers Paradise4. The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar (Surfers Paradise)
A restaurant-bar hybrid that works if you want to combine a meal with drinks in one spot.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(1,677)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Bars Surfers Paradise5. House of Brews
Another Surfers Paradise option for straightforward drinking if you're in the area and want choices.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(2,798)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Bars Coolangatta6. Eddie's Grub House
Worth the trip south to Coolangatta if you're exploring that end of the coast and want a bar with food.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.6(878)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look- 7Bars Robina
7. The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill Robina
A sports bar in Robina, handy if you're inland and want to watch the game with a drink.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(1,637)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
8Bars Coolangatta8. The House of Bamboo
Another Coolangatta option if you're down that way and prefer something with a specific vibe.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.9(221)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Bars Robina9. Whisky Lounge
Specialises in spirits, so if you're particular about your whisky or similar, the Robina location might appeal.
Open late (after 10pm)Open SundaysView venue4.9(183)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Restaurants Broadbeach10. The Loose Moose
A bar-restaurant in Broadbeach offering another alternative if you want dining and drinks combined away from Surfers Paradise.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.4(2,965)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Bars Southport11. Soi 99 Karaoke Gold Coast
Based in Southport, this venue is the pick if you want karaoke alongside your drinking experience.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(212)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Bars Surfers Paradise12. The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise
A sports bar collaboration in Surfers Paradise for those wanting to combine watching sport with a cold drink.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(754)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMG Cowboys | 70/100 | 4.9(1,700) | — | Surfers Paradise | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Cocktails Nightclub | 69/100 | 4.8(1,386) | $$ | Surfers Paradise | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Garden Kitchen & Bar | 67/100 | 4.6(2,761) | $$ | Broadbeach | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar (Surfers Paradise) | 66/100 | 4.6(1,677) | — | Surfers Paradise | Open 7 days |
| House of Brews | 66/100 | 4.5(2,798) | $$ | Surfers Paradise | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Eddie's Grub House | 65/100 | 4.6(878) | $$ | Coolangatta | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill Robina | 65/100 | 4.5(1,637) | $$ | Robina | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The House of Bamboo | 64/100 | 4.9(221) | — | Coolangatta | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Whisky Lounge | 64/100 | 4.9(183) | — | Robina | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Loose Moose | 64/100 | 4.4(2,965) | $$ | Broadbeach | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Soi 99 Karaoke Gold Coast | 64/100 | 4.9(212) | — | Southport | Open late (after 10pm) |
| The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines Surfers Paradise | 63/100 | 4.5(754) | $$ | Surfers Paradise | Open late (after 10pm) |
Frequently asked questions
Which bars on the Gold Coast have live music?+
Cocktails Nightclub in Surfers Paradise is confirmed to have live music as part of its offering.
Are there bars outside Surfers Paradise?+
Yes. Garden Kitchen & Bar and The Loose Moose are in Broadbeach, Eddie's Grub House and The House of Bamboo are in Coolangatta, The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill Robina and Whisky Lounge are in Robina, and Soi 99 Karaoke is in Southport.
Which bars combine food and drinks?+
The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar, Eddie's Grub House, The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill Robina, and The Loose Moose all offer food alongside drinks.
Where can I do karaoke on the Gold Coast?+
Soi 99 Karaoke Gold Coast in Southport is a dedicated karaoke venue.
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