kickin'Inn Southport

Kickin'Inn brings its Louisiana seafood boil to the Australia Fair complex on Scarborough Street in Southport, one of the Gold Coast's central hubs near the Broadwater. It's the proper messy, hands-on version — seafood tipped out of the bag, sleeves rolled up and not a fork in sight — making for a genuinely interactive feed in the heart of Southport.

The format is built for a group: pick your catch, choose a sauce and spice level, and let the table dig in together. It's loud, casual and made for sharing, which makes it a great fit for families and big tables after something more memorable than a standard sit-down dinner, with the convenience of a central, easy-to-reach location.

With a 4.8 rating from more than 1,300 reviews, it's clearly delivering on the experience. Menus, opening hours and pricing change, and a popular spot like this fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details and whether you can book ahead before you head down — particularly if you're coming with a larger group or want a table at a peak time.