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The recap: six of the best new Gold Coast restaurants, bars and cafes that opened in September
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The recap: six of the best new Gold Coast restaurants, bars and cafes that opened in September

02 Oct 2024

Is it just us, or did we blink and somehow land in October while our brains are still lounging somewhere around mid-April? We've got no clue how that happened, but one thing we do know is this year has been a non-stop rollercoaster of new nosh spots, bars and local gems. Before we dive into the treats October has to offer, let’s hit pause and take a look back at our favourite September openings. Spoiler alert: we’re gonna need a nap, and a margarita, not necessarily in that order! more

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Yeehaw! The Gold Coast is set to welcome a new cowboy-themed bar complete with a bucking bull
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Yeehaw! The Gold Coast is set to welcome a new cowboy-themed bar complete with a bucking bull

25 Sep 2024

Go ahead and start practicing your line dancing because the Gold Coast is getting a cowboy-themed bar. The bar – aptly named Cowboys – has been a stalwart in Queenstown New Zealand for over 16 years and is making its way across the ditch to make its glorious debut in Surfers Paradise. Cowboys is bringing its mix of rowdy fun, country charm, oh, and did we mention a mechanical bull? Here's everything we know so far ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Nobby Beach is set to score a chic two-level Euro-inspired restaurant and bar called JUJU
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Pavement Whispers: Nobby Beach is set to score a chic two-level Euro-inspired restaurant and bar called JUJU

25 Sep 2024

Here to answer the post-dinner question 'where should we go next' is JUJU – a new kind of hospitality experience that is set to spring to life in Nobby Beach next month. JUJU is a sophisticated, dual-level 400-seat venue designed to blur the lines between fine dining and a Euro-inspired after-party. Located in the iconic space once occupied by Hellenika and, more recently, Loki and Rubi Red, JUJU is set to become the go-to destination for those craving something a little more than just dinner. Here's what we know so far ... more

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Surfers Paradise welcomes a beautiful new $1.59 million sip spot – Lulu Rooftop & Bar
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Surfers Paradise welcomes a beautiful new $1.59 million sip spot – Lulu Rooftop & Bar

17 Sep 2024

Perched high above Orchid Avenue is the glitter strip's newest watering hole – Lulu Rooftop & Bar. The spectacular new $1.59 million entertainment destination is the latest from Australian Venue Co. and sets the scene for bubble-filled brunches, long lunches and sun-drenched afternoons that roll effortlessly into the evening. Here's everything you need to know about Lulu ... more

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Beer, bangers and bites – Roji Cat brings a taste of the neon-lit Dotonbori district to Miami
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Beer, bangers and bites – Roji Cat brings a taste of the neon-lit Dotonbori district to Miami

11 Sep 2024

Any venue that boasts the tag line 'very much beer and karaoke' has our attention. After teasing us for what feels like forever, Roji Cat has sprung to life on Lemana Lane in Miami this week, bringing a taste of Osaka's neon-lit Dotonbori district mixed with Tokyo's Shinjuku golden-gai alley. Serving a winning trifecta of beers, bites and bangers, here's what you need to know about the neighbourhood newcomer ... more

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The round-up: soak up the sun at the best rooftop bars on the Gold Coast
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The round-up: soak up the sun at the best rooftop bars on the Gold Coast

11 Sep 2024

When it comes to savouring a delicious cold drink, the atmosphere can make or break your experience – and the cool breezes and sun-kissed vibes of rooftop bars can’t be beaten. These clever spots have tapped into the fact that the coast’s weather is poppin’ practically all year, utilising stunning outdoor spaces (and views) to make your drinking experience that much better. Pop on that SPF, bust out your breeziest linen ensemble and soak up this list of the best rooftop bars on the Gold Coast. more

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The owners of Bar Evelyn have opened a martini-slinging, vinyl-spinning bar and restaurant, Cadillac Supper Club
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The owners of Bar Evelyn have opened a martini-slinging, vinyl-spinning bar and restaurant, Cadillac Supper Club

04 Sep 2024

If you possess a penchant for pizza, slightly dirty martinis and character-filled spaces, it's likely you're well acquainted with Bar Evelyn. Since opening in the latter part of 2022, the beachside venue has captivated the sipping scene with its charming retro vibe, complete with cork flooring, wood panelling and Italian-American menu. The brains behind the popular watering hole – chef Nick Stanton and Mark Catsburg, who together boast an incredible resume featuring the now-closed fine diner Ramblr, South Yarra's Leonard’s House of Love and Carlton's Leonardo’s Pizza Palace, to name just a few – have ventured a little further north to open Cadillac Supper Club in Palm Beach. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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Rosella's debuts a new cocktail list that will take you on a flavour-filled journey around Australia
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Rosella’s debuts a new cocktail list that will take you on a flavour-filled journey around Australia

14 Aug 2024

Rosella’s is the little bar with a big personality. Since its debut offering of jaffles and Pasito cocktails way back in 2019, the Australiana bar in Burleigh Heads hasn't been afraid to push the envelope with interesting new culinary creations, confectionary-inspired cocktails, top-notch natural wines and, of course, its legendary homage to Alf Stewart from Home and Away that hangs in the bathroom. Last month, Rosella's debuted a delightful new cocktail selection that is inspired by some of Australia's greatest landmarks.   more

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The round-up: hit that high note at Gold Coast's best karaoke bars
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The round-up: hit that high note at Gold Coast’s best karaoke bars

17 Jul 2024

While we absolutely cannot hit Mariah Carey's high notes, we sure do love a good karaoke session here at The Weekend Edition. If you're one to belt out a Whitney classic or you can nail the intro 'Lose Yourself' better than Eminem himself (um, we should be friends) then perhaps it's time to gather the crew for a night on the mics. We thought we'd give you a gentle nudge with a handy list of top karaoke spots on the Gold Coast. more

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Say hello to Australia’s newest food and entertainment destination, The F.E.D at Distillery Road Market
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Say hello to Australia’s newest food and entertainment destination, The F.E.D at Distillery Road Market

27 Jun 2024

Since its inception in 2015, Distillery Road Market (DRM) has been revitalising an enormous 17000-sqm site at Eagleby – half way between Brisbane and the Gold Coast – with the vision of creating a world-class food and entertainment destination. This week, the precinct will unveil one of its most significant chapters yet, The F.E.D. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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That's Amaro! Sip a spritz with an Australian twist at Tamborine Mountain's new distillery, Loborn
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That’s Amaro! Sip a spritz with an Australian twist at Tamborine Mountain’s new distillery, Loborn

26 Jun 2024

Ah, happy hour. There’s nothing like a little tipple at the end of the day to make us feel like a job well done. The Italians not just invented happy hour, but perfected it with an aperitivo: a glass of your favourite drink for a pre-dinner perk up. Now there’s a new small-batch distillery in Tamborine Mountain embracing the Italian spirit, in particular, the amaro spirit, and giving it a true Aussie taste. Here’s everything you need to know … more

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The round-up: savour a glass at the Gold Coast’s best wine bars
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The round-up: savour a glass at the Gold Coast’s best wine bars

09 May 2024

A drop of the vino, a splash of the sauce. There’s little more pleasant than sitting back with a glass of the good stuff, particularly if you can bask in the ambience of a fine wine bar while you do so. The Gold Coast has been developing a quietly prodigious wine bar scene, with tipples to suit all tastes from natural and biodynamic newcomers, classic old-world wines and local legends. If you’re pining for some quality plonk, look no further than our list of some of Gold Coast’s best wine bars. more

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Embrace the temperature shift with shiraz and baked camembert by the fire pit at Carafe Wine
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Embrace the temperature shift with shiraz and baked camembert by the fire pit at Carafe Wine

01 May 2024

As much as we enjoy endless summer days, there's something equally as exciting about the prospect of sipping red wine by the fire. It's one of the true joys of the season. Although it's not technically winter yet, Carafe Wine in Southport is setting the scene for cooler nights with a brand-new small plate menu that is perfect for chilly evenings. Think sizzling skillets of baked camembert flavoured with confit garlic, chilli, rosemary and a drizzle of hot honey, alongside woodfired pizza and moreish meatballs. Here's everything you need to know about the new culinary offering ... more

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Say hello to holiday mode with tasty sips for your pre-flight pleasure at Gold Coast Airport
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Say hello to holiday mode with tasty sips for your pre-flight pleasure at Gold Coast Airport

17 Apr 2024

If you ask us, your holiday begins as soon as you get to the airport, go through security and enter that illustrious limbo where a feeling of calm floats over. Time is irrelevant and ordinary rules (such as a wine after midday) are thrown out the window. With Gold Coast Airport’s multimillion-dollar transformation, jetsetters can embrace this time between check-in and take-off by indulging in the new bars and restaurants. We’ve rounded up all of the new spots where you can wine and dine before you fly. more

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Mirror, mirror on the wall, table, ceiling and floor – Surfers Paradise welcomes a striking new Mirror Bar
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Mirror, mirror on the wall, table, ceiling and floor – Surfers Paradise welcomes a striking new Mirror Bar

12 Mar 2024

Seeing double is normally a sign you need to make a hasty exit for home, but in the case of Surfers Paradise's brand-new immersive bar experience, that's all part of the fun. Mirror Bar is being hailed the 'first of its kind' where the entire venue – including the floor, ceiling, walls and even the bar itself – are all made of mirrors. If you're up for a little self reflection, read on ... more

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Kirra Beach House is set to launch an elevated dining experience called The Restaurant
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Kirra Beach House is set to launch an elevated dining experience called The Restaurant

06 Mar 2024

Almost four years in the making, the eagerly anticipated Kirra Beach House opened its doors in early December, much to the delight of enthusiastic locals. The beautiful beach-fronting venue quickly became the perch for long lunches, sundowners and events. Now, as the summer officially draws to a close and holiday crowds have dispersed, the iconic venue has launched a brand-new offering called The Restaurant, which will open to the public on Thursday March 7. Here's what we know so far ... more

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The round up: best eats in Brunswick Heads
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The round up: best eats in Brunswick Heads

18 Jan 2024

Where the river meets the sea – Brunswick Heads has the best of both worlds, so you don’t have to choose between spending your weekend on the beach or by the river, you can do both. With everything in one spot there’s no need to leave, and you won’t want to once you’ve tried these coastal town eats. more

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Perentie Brewing Co
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Brews and chews – Eagleby welcomes new $6-million brewery Perentie Brewing Co.

11 Jan 2024

For a long time, the Eagleby stretch between Brisbane and the Gold Coast didn’t offer much that would inspire one to veer off the Pacific Motorway. That all changed in 2015 when Distillery Road Market arrived – heralding the beginning of a new food and entertainment precinct centred around community and connection. The most recent addition to the precinct has been unveiled and it’s no small feat – the $6-million, one-million-litre capacity lager brewery, Perentie Brewing Co. Lager lovers, this one's for you. more