The Best Coffee in Gold Coast

The Gold Coast's coffee scene stretches well beyond the beachfront, with independent cafes scattered from Currumbin in the south up to Hope Island in the north. Whether you're after a quick espresso before a surf or a relaxed weekend brunch spot, there's a good cluster of cafes across the city's suburbs worth seeking out.

Why Gold Coast delivers

If coffee is your priority, the Gold Coast rewards a bit of exploring. The cafes here are spread across distinct pockets, so you can pair a caffeine fix with a beach walk, a shopping stop or a day out. Several suburbs have multiple options within easy reach, making it simple to find a cup wherever you happen to be.

Highlights

• Surfers Paradise has the densest cluster, with Velaa Cafe, Stairwell Coffee, Origin Cafe and Eden Kitchen & Bar all in the one suburb
• Broadbeach is another strong hub, home to Bam Bam Bakehouse, ELK Espresso and O Bagel Broadbeach
• For something south of the action, Iron and Resin Garage in Currumbin and Caffeine Kings in Miami are worth a detour
• Specialist roasters and coffee-focused spots include Old Quarter Coffee Merchants and Hazel Espresso, both in Southport
• Main Beach options include The Winey Cow and Daark Espresso

Our top picks

Hand-picked from our highest-scoring listings:

• Iron and Resin Garage — Currumbin
• Velaa Cafe — Surfers Paradise
• Stairwell Coffee — Surfers Paradise
• Origin Cafe — Surfers Paradise
• Bam Bam Bakehouse — Broadbeach
• The Winey Cow — Main Beach
• ELK Espresso — Broadbeach
• Hazel Espresso — Southport
• Daark Espresso — Main Beach
• Degani Hope Island — Hope Island

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find good coffee in Surfers Paradise?

Surfers Paradise has several cafes to choose from, including Velaa Cafe, Stairwell Coffee, Origin Cafe and Eden Kitchen & Bar.

Are there coffee spots in Broadbeach?

Yes. Broadbeach is home to a few cafes, including Bam Bam Bakehouse, ELK Espresso and O Bagel Broadbeach.

Where should I go for coffee in the southern Gold Coast?

Towards the south, Iron and Resin Garage in Currumbin and Caffeine Kings in Miami are options to consider.

Are there cafes north of Surfers Paradise?

Yes. Further north you'll find Degani Hope Island in Hope Island, plus Hazel Espresso and Old Quarter Coffee Merchants in Southport.