This was basically one of those pubs where the really bad service was at the door. Yep, that's…read moreright, this is another one of those pubs that has a rather hot headed bouncer, and even though I actually got inside, I was sort of shaking my head as because this is certainly not one of those places that you would need such a bouncer. Well, okay, maybe it does happen to be because it is Coolangatta, but honestly, this pub, yeah, it really isn't that great at all. Anyway, there were certainly much better pubs in the area, and much better, and friendlier, bouncers as well.

Certainly an inn/hostel, rather than a hotel in a more formal sense, Coolangatta Sands isn't bad,…read morebut is a bit pricey for what you get. Rooms are a bed only, with only a few communal toilet/shower combos for the whole place. The crowd I ran into were mostly pleasant backpackers from around the world. My bed was clean, with a comfortable IKEA mattress, and the room was clean enough, about average by hostel standards, and a bit less good if judging as a Motel. The air conditioning was broken in my room, and the light dim, but everything else was in good condition, and the communal kitchen was kept clean. Downstairs is a lively bar and sports tab that seems like one of the choice spots in town for a Saturday night. In all, Sands was a decent spot to spend a night.

Possibly my favourite place in the world! There is a great…read moreatmosphere in Fiddlers no matter what time of day or night it is. It's a rarity to find a pub or bar in the hustle and bustle of Surfers Paradise where the staff actually enjoy working there. It definitely makes a difference to the venue's vibe! The bar staff also enjoy a good chat and a bit of banter across the bar and this is one of the few Irish pubs in Surfers that actually employees Irish people! Not only adding to the atmosphere, but it means there are staff who can actually pour a good pint of Guinness! There is live music most nights of the week from 9pm, with a band on every Friday and Saturday night. True to their roots there is also traditional Irish entertainment there every Sunday afternoon. In terms of food it has a great range of pub style food at great prices. I've found the food to always be amazing, even the specials (usually $10-15) are spot on! You definitely can't go past the $10 steaks that they do for lunch and dinner! One of the main things that I LOVE about the food here is that they stick to what they're good at; good quality pub-style food at a reasonable price! This is a great pub that caters for everyone, from families, to older couples and young 20-somethings looking for a good night out, there is something for everyone in Fiddlers. This is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of the owners and management! See you there!

I came in on a Wednesday for lunch. Ordered the fish and chips lunch special. The meal also came…read morewith a side salad. It was a good portion of food for $10. Drink selections were standard. Drink prices are higher than your average Irish bar, but are pretty standard for the area. The waitress was very friendly and attentive. I would come back again, especially to check out the night scene.

This is a hole-in-the-wall bar on the Tedder Avenue. Almost all of the dishes we ordered were good…read more(check out the photos I posted). There's a live band there as well.

We tried several of the tapas. The food was excellent. I really enjoyed the fish cakes as there…read morewere a lot of flavors that melded nicely. The staff was very friendly and kept our waters full. I ordered a sangria and enjoyed watching them cut up all the fruit and fresh squeeze the apple juice into it. It was a very pleasant and tasty experience.

The food here was very good and the service was impeccable. We had the pizza and ribs with a salad…read moreon the side. The ribs were perfectly fall off the bone done and just the right amount of sauce. The full rack was on a bed of fries and fresh slaw on the top. Very well balanced and delicious The pizza was hot and fresh with loads of cheese. Very tasty and although not NY style yummy nonetheless. Service was great and the ambiance was good. Slow season but still good crowds for a Monday. Had a good promo if you use yelp and check in and they already had a good special for pizza and pasta. Would come again to try the rice dish for lunch!

Excellent tapas style gourmet dishes. Haloumi is not the be missed, order one per person…read more Carlton Draght is a special unpasteurized version and is an excellent choice Wood fired duck was our favorite dish

Good food, good value, cheap drinks, locals crowd, after work drinks. Karaoke nights Fridayread more

I probably shouldn't be too harsh on this place since it was undergoing renovations when I was…read morepassing through. That meant that the upstairs area was basically closed so we were all relegated to the sports bar that happened to be located in the depths of this place. Hey, it wasn't too bad, particularly since the staff were quite friendly, though when it comes to beer there really wasn't a huge choice.

Came for a private trivia night, drinks were decently priced, staff friendly, had plenty of space…read more(upstairs), TV's around we're showing AFL & NRL. We had finger food delivered to our tables throughout the night. And all I can saw is WOW! Was not expecting such good quality finger food from a pub! Fun Fact: they do a free shuttle bus to / from Broadbeach - just call them!

If you're used to American food, this won't satisfy. Honestly the Milky Lane burger in my opinion…read morewas on the small side. Not much lettuce or tomato, and felt very "slapped together". Also the meat pattie was over cooked and really hard on one side. They brought the "side" of fries out almost as an appetiser before the kids meal and burgers. In my life and travels and dining out, I've never experienced that. Fries at a burger place, is listed under "sides" ... so it should be served alongside the burger. Naturally. Whilst the venue is a dope setting, I would have preferred a Hungry Jack's Whopper to the Milky Lane burger to be honest. The service was nice enough though.

Loved absolutely everything about this place, the atmosphere, staff and food. This place gets…read morereally busy so booking ahead would be advised, especially Thursday-Saturday. The burgers were delicious, loaded fries were a massive serving (3 of us couldn't get through them) and tasted great, popKorn chicken was mouth wateringly good, ham and cheese croquettes were yummy and let's not forget the most decadent dessert which was a deep fried golden gaytime icecream. How the ice cream stayed so beautiful and frozen is a delight, i wasn't expecting it to taste quite so delicious. The frozen strawberry and lime cider was also a hit and the chocolate shake was yummy.

I am thankful over the years I've gotten to try lots of Black Hops beers due to my friend living…read morenearby and always bringing some to share. Naturally we had to visit one of their facilities on this trip, and he planned our drive around Gold Coast to visit the original taproom. It was a weekend afternoon so it was super quiet, just one other customer. The bartender was immediately welcoming and eager to talk and pour. It's a smaller location in a commercial plaza, with open doors and two sections: the bar and a few tables, and an event area with barrels and tables. They had a big selection of to-go beer as well. I had a flight of favorite styles and wasn't disappointed in any of them. Great quality and selection overall. If you're a beer fan and vacationing in Gold Coast, this is a must visit. Check their social media for events.

Near the beach, the brewery is a great stop after catching some sun. It's a very chill, laid back…read morevibe. Staff has great suggestions and it's pretty much open air so you'll still feel that coastal breeze.