
Waxy's Irish Pub and Skyline Roof Top Bar
A popular Irish pub and rooftop bar at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast with a 4.1 rating across more than 1,600 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Waxy’s brings an Irish pub feel to the centre of Surfers Paradise, with hearty Irish and Australian pub fare, cold pints and the relaxed welcome associated with a traditional local. It suits a casual visit for a drink as well as a longer evening built around food and conversation.
The food offering centres on filling pub classics, with daily specials prepared by the kitchen and promoted as good-value options. The website does not list individual dishes, but it does position the venue as a place for straightforward, satisfying meals rather than formal dining. The bar trades from 10am until late, while the bistro serves lunch and dinner across its listed service periods.
Music is a regular part of the experience, supported by a weekly gig guide and special events. Waxy’s also takes function bookings, making it an option for groups looking for an informal Surfers Paradise venue. With its combination of food, drinks, live entertainment and Irish pub character, it can work for a quick pint, a casual meal, or an evening with friends.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- WednesdayToday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 02:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 02:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 00:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 64
- Popularity
- 98
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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