We're always on a quest to find the best coffee shops wherever we go, and we definitely found the…read morebest one in Burleigh Heads! My hubby and I recently stayed in beautiful Burleigh Waters for a few days during a big trip to Australia. We already knew that the coffee culture in this amazing country is a big deal, and couldn't wait to sip flat whites every day at various cafes we'd already researched from Sydney to the Gold Coast to the Whitsundays! Once we arrived in Burleigh Heads, we checked out Quest one morning, and quickly realized that this was THE place to be! We ended up going every morning and loved the laid back ambiance and friendly, local vibes. Even the owner seemed to know everyone on a first name basis and greeted everyone! Our coffees were always perfectly rich, bold and balanced, and they paired so nicely with one of their delicious baked goods (everything is baked in-house btw!). What made our experience even better was that they had a variety of yummy vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. Our favorites were their banana bread and zucchini & pineapple bread, which they will also toast for you if you'd like. We honestly miss this place already and wish they had a location here in the Bay Area, California! Guess we'll just have to find a way to get back to the Gold Coast again soon!

High quality coffee. Easy outdoor sitting. Great location. Friendly staff. Comparing to other…read morecoffee shops, the coffee tastes more rich and flavorful. And it is located on a strip of many other nice breakfast places. So have a coffee and eat some good food

Wow it's been a long while since I stumbled on this place…read more It's as good as ever. Stopped in for brunch. The Breakfast Bun was delicious, tasty and filling. The Yumington was a sweet breakfast treat that filled the brunch craving. Coffee was excellent and worked well with brunch. Not too bitter - a Goldilocks blend, just right. The decor seems the same from all those years back. It's got a good atmosphere so why change what seems to work. As I said good as ever.

I found Extraction Artisan Coffee almost 4 years ago by accident. And what a wonderful chance…read moremeeting it was. Located at the back of an industrial area near Springwood, this hidden gem of a coffee place is well worth the visit. You will return time and time again. Apart from the amazing range of gourmet food, their house blend 'Gratitude' coffee which is roasted and produced on-site is to die for. Extraction caters for all dietary needs, and it is very proud of the fact that it uses and respects sustainable practices. I love the way that it supports local industries including the dairy and meat farmers. I also love the fact that the staff are continually being involved in community events, and they excel in the way they give back to the community and inspire their customers to do the same. You feel like family. Ordering at the counter is fast and helpful and the table service is amazing. Everyone is so friendly, and continually making your dining experience wonderful. Coffee, friends, food and good times are the essences of Extraction. There are so many different places to sit and enjoy reasonably-priced coffee and food. Large, small and medium tables are surrounded by couches and antique chairs. The decor is eclectic but not pretentious. Apart from the exquisite range of coffee, Extraction also has their amazing range of cold drip coffee plus a huge assortment of tea if that's your thing. Go and try Extraction Artisan Coffee. It's a great place to meet people, relax, chill out and enjoy yourself surrounded by friendly and attentive staff. And on a personal note, for breakfast, you can't go past the vast array of choices, but for this man, the scrambled eggs are done to perfection and the locally produced bacon is exquisite. I love this quote from their online menu which really sums up the whole Extraction experience: "Sharing food and enjoying coffee together is the equivalent of saying you matter."

Came with family for a visit. Lovely place with super friendly staff. Nice food at affordable…read moreprices. Nice try

Five star coffee Terrific coffee in a lovely outdoor…read moresetting! The cakes in the display case also looked very appetizing - but we didn't try any!

I have always loved going to a cafe that serves Merlo, so what better then an actual Merlo!!…read morebeautiful coffee. This store is almost designed as "drive through". On the corner with limited parking out the front. Espresso Hatch with take away Espresso $3.25 (also serves lattes etc) or the main counter to the left in the doors. All your coffee needs (different size cups available), beans available for purchase with helpful staff for blend descriptions. Some seats inside and products for purchase. Factory Fresh indeed Coffee appreciation class: 1st Friday of the month at 7:30am

Went for a walk & stumbled upon this place. Nice staff & quick service, I'm not one who knows much…read moreabout coffee but they were able to answer any of my queries about what goes with what & how much of this & that...

If you like freshly roasted small batch coffee made to perfection this is the place to go on the…read moreGold Coast!

Great space, from awesome coffee and delicious breakfast…read more We both had The Garden Patch with bacon added and left the tomato raw. The poachies were deliciously oozy just the way we like them and the mushrooms were a standout.

Best mango chia pudding I've ever had in my liiifeeee! And who ever says that their chia pudding is…read morethe best they've ever had? But Paradox did it. You go girls (and guys). Also they had a Paleo bowl special which was absolutely delicious as well. Strong coffee, lots of seating, good food. And the people working there are so nice and chatty but in a good way. Definitely worth a stop!!!

Truly amazing coffee, Jimmy is a great host with outdoor tables, amazing coffee, probably the best…read moreon the Gold Coast, Bob Marley tunes and it's a must see when on the Gold Coast! Love his work ethic and only 80m to the surf! Also, it's just next to Surfers Paradise North tram stop! Go on take a ride to grab that coffee!

Staying at a nearby hotel, we were shocked to discover the kitchen shut at 10am…read more The staff directed us across the road to a coffee cart and WOW, it was amazing. The cart itself is interesting to look at, all Bob Marley decorated and playing music. The vendor was friendly and chatty and had set up some chairs and tables. But the coffee - just amazing. I have a love hate relationship with coffee, I need the hit but don't like the taste very much so end up sweetening it a fair bit. I tested this one by asking for only one stevia and it was fantastic, not bitter at all, and the hit was incredible, I felt great all day. Went back every day we stayed nearby and will be back again!

One of the most amazing coffee experiences I've had. The coffee, the food & the service is second…read moreto NONE!! What an amazing hidden gem!

I discovered this place by happy accident and ever since I've been taking my all my friends there…read more Sometimes I go in several days in a row it's that good. I love the atmosphere. The staff are so friendly and really love their job it shows. Food and coffee is superb!

Solo Expresso is my weekday coffee stop of choice. I have experienced a vast number of nasty coffee…read moreplaces in my time. But this place makes coffee perfection. This weekend when I visited in my "off work" outfits the staff immediately recognised me and asked if I'd like my usual coffee! Morning coffee enthusiasts drop in and check them out from 630am week days!