Tucked down an unassuming laneway, Broadbeach gem Fig + Frankies has accrued a cult following of Gold Coast locals and visitors who have fallen in love with the cute laneway bar. With a constant line-up of eager patrons waiting to snaffle a seat, owners Euan and Bella decided to give the people what they wanted and expand the space. The finished product is a dreamy peach-hued interior featuring flower-filled archways and soft, intimate lighting. It’s the kind of place you want to settle into for deep conversations – accompanied by a glass of wine and delicious bites, of course.

With an expanded menu to reflect the larger space, Fig + Frankies is now serving a larger array of delicious dinner options as opposed to just nibbles. The menu still features tapas-style bites to graze on while you imbibe one of the hand-crafted cocktails on offer – think haloumi smothered in truffle honey, lemon and paprika hummus with crispy flat bread, and sardines with sourdough. Beyond snacks, Fig + Frankies is now serving up an array of more substantial fare like spicy Korean cauliflower, a creamy carbonara and haloumi tacos. Plus, if you simply love a cheese platter to enjoy alongside a top-notch tipple to kick the night off, you’re in luck – Fig + Frankies also crafts a killer charcuterie board. Speaking of tipples, take a minute to peruse the expansive cocktail list – the ever-evolving selection is dictated by the supply of hand-picked, locally sourced ingredients.