Best Cafes in Coolangatta
Looking for the best cafes in Coolangatta? We've gathered 20 standout spots in this corner of Gold Coast, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Coolangatta has its own character, and the cafes here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Gold Coast is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
20 spots in Coolangatta

Luna's Deli
Bakeries in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Haig Street Cafe Kirra
$$Brekkie & cafe lunches offered in a relaxed environment featuring outdoor tables & ocean views.

Vanilla Lily
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Kefi Cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Love Street Store
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Old Quarter Coffee Merchants - Coolangatta
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Black Dingo Cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Espresso Cooly
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Ground Coolangatta
$$Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Hidden Gem Coffee
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Golden Times
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Good Garden Cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

MOJO
$$Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

PointBreak Cafe & Co
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Our Tribe Cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Awaken Cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Balaboosta cafe
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.

Switchfoot Cafe Coolangatta
Cafes in Coolangatta, Gold Coast.
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Cafes in Coolangatta — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Coolangatta?+
The cafes in Coolangatta listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many cafes are there in Coolangatta?+
We currently feature 20 cafes in Coolangatta, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Coolangatta in Gold Coast?+
Coolangatta is one of Gold Coast's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
What's the coffee culture like in Gold Coast?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.