
The Arc at Nobby's
A well-regarded restaurant at Nobby Beach on the Gold Coast with a 4.2 rating across 379 diners.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Arc at Nobby's is a restaurant, bar and café in Miami on the Gold Coast, with a day-to-night format that suits more than one kind of outing. The venue says it has been part of the local scene for years and focuses on serving its Nobby Beach community, opening from 5am every day for coffee, smoothies and breakfast. It is a practical stop for early risers, beach walkers and anyone starting work, with online ordering available for takeaway pickup.
Mornings centre on freshly brewed coffee, fresh juices, house-made smoothies and a breakfast and brunch menu designed to cover both lighter and heartier appetites. The drinks list also extends into morning indulgence, with mimosas and breakfast margaritas mentioned alongside the non-alcoholic options. Later in the day, the offering shifts towards casual lunches, long-lunch packages and dinner, with curated menus, seasonal plates, share plates, mains and something sweet. The website also specifically points to beer and burgers as part of the more relaxed side of the menu.
Drinks are a significant part of the experience. The bar serves cocktails including spritzes, negronis, margaritas and espresso martinis, making the venue suitable for an afternoon catch-up, a long lunch or a night out. The setting changes with the time of day: there is a sunny outdoor area for daytime visits, while evenings are described as lower-lit and livelier, with music and room to stay for another drink after dinner. Long-lunch bookings are positioned for groups and celebrations, with food and drinks intended to be enjoyed over an unhurried afternoon.
The Arc also has a dedicated sports bar area with six large screens showing live international sport from 5am until late. The programming mentioned includes Premier League, UFC, rugby, NBA, cricket and Grand Slam tennis, so it can work for both early-morning matches and evening games. Families, coffee drinkers and solo early starters are welcomed, while the broader setup caters to dates, groups of friends, long lunches and casual post-beach plans. With its café, dining room, bar, outdoor seating and sports section, The Arc at Nobby's offers several ways to use the same Miami venue across the day.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 05:00 – 21:00
- Tuesday
- 05:00 – 21:00
- WednesdayToday
- 05:00 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 00:30 – 21:00
- Friday
- 05:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 05:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 05:00 – 21:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 67
- Popularity
- 78
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
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