This is the quintessential Aussie cafe/bakery. I loved the ambiance of sitting in the garden,…read morechoosing the potting shed, or inside the cafe. The young man who took our order was witty and fun. Service was superb. Four of us dined on a variety of menu items and drinks. We all left totally satisfied. I will definitely visit again!

I used to come here all the time during law school, and the atmosphere and food never disappoint…read more It's probably the most quintessential Aussie café/bakery, and their baked goods are absolutely to die for. Whenever I'm in the Gold Coast, I always recommend Paddock it's my go-to spot for fresh, delicious baked treats. Everything is made fresh, the meals are fantastic, and the coffee is top-tier. I'm no longer on the Gold Coast but I do still miss it this place is superior.

Enjoyed a wonderful breakfast here Saturday morning about 9:30, busy but didn't have to wait. Try…read morethe eggs Benedict on the Turkish toast, side of mushrooms(large enough to share. My coffee came as a latte, which seems to be just the way it's served. I'm visiting from the states and learning the local customers. Great bargain for a splendid breakfast al fresco!

Family and I enjoyed a really lovely breakfast here while staying nearby. Great service and tasty…read morewell cooked food and great coffee. I had the 'big breakfast' and my wife and daughter had Eggs Benedict (served on toasted Turkish bread) which they both described as fantastic given they had a far inferior version a few days earlier at a different cafe for twice the price! This cafe is one of the 'last bastions' of small business as they have a history spanning 40 years and the owners mum (original founder) is still out the back' 'cooking up a storm. She is out engaging with guests and regulars and together with her son make you feel like you are eating at their home. A true multi-generational family business doing a great job providing great service and food for very low prices. Awesome value

Come get your coffee here!!…read more I remember when this place was a beat up old corner store. Well what a turn around! This business has turned what was a dump into an amazing cafe. The coffee, food and atmosphere is fantastic! If your in the area around Burleigh and are looking for a great coffee or just picking up some milk I highly recommend this place! Say hi to Dylan he will take care of you

The coffee is good but I had a toasted sandwich which cost $9 and the 'filling' was cut and spread…read moreso thin I had to open the sarnie and needed a magnifying glass to see it. When I pay for food I expect to see FOOD.

It's really good I got a quesadilla and a Nutella milkshake. It was really good I asked for eggs on…read morethe side and they actually got my order right 100% recommend

Loved my açaí bowl I had for breakfast here! It's one of the best I've had in Gold Coast!! The…read morestaff was super friendly as well. Would definitely recommend checking this spot out.

A must go! Such a wonderful cafe with delicious food and drinks. I don't think there is anything on…read moretheir menu that isn't 5 star worthy. We did start out ordering their banana bread and some watermelon (I was just really craving watermelon) and some iced matcha as well. The banana bread was great, the watermelon was a dream, and the matcha was delicious. My husband ordered eggs on toast with a side of bacon and loved it. Toast was crispy and had delicious butter! I ordered the forager and swapped feta for tahini and added a poached egg. It was to die for! Just such a delicious and delectable breakfast. Wonderful flavor and filling too. Every staff member we interacted with was so kind. One of our servers gave us some ideas of what to see and do in the area for our last day. Such wonderful ideas and so friendly!

Amazing breakfast/brunch spot. Lovely outdoor seating. Great coffee and food. I would highly…read morerecommend the Slow Cooked Beef Cheek - epic. I ordered it with a side of Potato Rosti, one of the best decisions I've ever made. Good service makes this a necessary stop when you're in the area.

You will only pass by this place if you are driving off the highway- which we were- and so glad…read morethat we did! We reached almost when they were about to close but they were sweet enough to let us order. We got a savory muffin, sandwich and 2 coffees. Everything was soo delicious and the staff was super nice!

This has to be one of my number one choices for breakfast or brunch on a Saturday morning. It's in…read morean out of the way area, although parking can sometimes be a hassle but generally you can find a spot! The staff are very nice and helpful if you have any questions! They have a great breakfast menu and the lunch menu also has great variety on it! Every time I have ordered here, my meal is brought out in under ten minutes and drinks under 5! I love the fast service and just because it is quick doesn't mean the quality of the food suffers! I am a big fan of the Hash Stack, Eggs Benedict and recently tried the Fritters. All of these dishes are delicious. I have also tried the Beef Hamburger with Chips which I would definitely have again.

Fantastic. About…read moredamn time there was a no-nonsense cafe in the Gold Coast. The trend nowadays is to have exotic, "different" food on the menu but quite frankly, I'm getting very tired of it. I'm a huge fan of eggs benedict/florentine/whatever but it's starting to become really difficult if not impossible to find a simple, decent version of this. I don't want dukkah and mediterranean turkey or crispy duck gnocchi as an "healthy" substitute for what benedict is usually served with. (You know what I mean, I sincerely hope no one is stupid enough to try that.) When it comes to breakfast, I want to see the usual suspects on the list FIRST then you can go be creative for all I care. Just don't make them "sides/extras" and when you work it out, a plain scrambled eggs on toast with mushrooms and maybe some avocado turns out to be well over $20. This is just robbery. To my delight, this place delivers. I ordered eggs benedict and opted for the double smoked leg ham instead of the bacon. (You can choose from bacon, salmon, portabello mushroom or the ham.) My god, that ham...!!! It was orgasmic. I cannot recommend that dish enough. The eggs were PERFECT, and if you are a breakfast head like I am and/or have worked as a chef cooking thousands of eggs, you will know what I mean when I say the art of cooking a poached egg seems to be dying. I don't want the whites to run nor do I want the yolk to resemble a rubber ball. 10/10. That and hollandaise. I used to make hollandaise every morning for work and I know when someone actually understands what they are doing. Put it this way, I scraped that plate clean. And the serving was generous. And for $17, I expected good stuff. This wasn't good, it was excellent. My friends ordered the chicken burger with aoili and the breakfast special of bacon and egg roll (that was $10 and I have never seen one that massive!) and both were extremely satisfied. Coffee was great too. The owners used to own a nighclub in Cairns but got tired of the party scene and moved down to open a more friendly establishment and you can see the love they have put into this place. There is a stunning motorbike on display at the back (just take my word for it, go have a look if you're into that kind of thing) and my friend who lives right around the corner was asked if he would like to display some of his photographs to sell. This is exactly the kind of attitude more places need to adopt, support local artists and it's a win-win. I wish this business many prosperous years to come. Thank you for restoring my faith in Gold Coast breakfast cuisine.

Got the same thing as a friend and got charged an extra $6 then to top it off they got my order…read morewrong... Dissapointing. Might have to go Avvia.

Just fantastic, I cannot remember what they called it but the Falafel salad was just awesome. Just…read moreperfect, will be back next time in oz.

Blackboard is an enigma. A light, open plan café with amazing food, and equally good coffee, in the…read morecultural wasteland that is Varsity lakes. We arrived on a Friday afternoon, took our seats, and after some confusion around table service (it is) ordered coffees, and I took advantage of the all day breakfast menu, and asked for the 'farmer' (poached eggs, rosemary potato hash, bacon and sourdough). The coffees came out first, and were fantastic. Using Brisbane's Cup Coffee beans, they make a great cappuccino. The food was also excellent. The open plan kitchen allows you to watch the chef make your breakfast as you quiet your stomach's rumbling. The eggs were 'just so' and oozed out decadently over the twice cooked bacon. The potato hash wasn't dry, and the rosemary wasn't overpowering. As we left, I grabbed a second coffee, knowing that I was a long way from my next good one. If you're in the area, Blackboard should absolutely be on your to do list.

Excellent creamy coffee and great service. They're my go to on the way to work. They've started a…read moregreat Vietnamese dinner menu for takeaway traditionally cooked and reasonably priced.

It's where the locals go. ________________________…read more Caffeine Kings has become our regular neighborhood coffee shop hangout - from our morning coffee routine, to Thursday night Trivia, and anytime we're peckish for some really good food. It's got everything you could ever want from your "local". There's loads of coffee shops in our neighborhood to choose from, and we've tried them all... but Caffeine Kings is, well..... the King ;) And it's not just for their great coffee, the breakfast menu is impressive, and if there's any caramel slices left in the pastry display - you gotta try one! It'll change your life! They're open at night as a full bar & restaurant (Night Caps) from Thursday thru Sunday night, and have beer on tap, the tastiest food, and yummy cocktails to match. The Turkish Bread & Trio of Dips is a MUST. Also tried and loved: The Salmon Crostini, the Chorizo, the Haloumi & Asparagus, and the Burgers, if you're looking for a food-coma ;) Over and above the A+ Coffee & Food, we just really appreciate the overall vibe of authenticity, and the friendliness of the staff, which makes it easy to pop-in, and hard to leave ;)

a little pricey but super fast service and pretty friendly staff! Gorgeous cafe filled with plants…read moreand great atmosphere!!

Tucked away gem...serves delicious breakfast: poached eggs drizzled with truffle oil, spinach,…read moregrilled halloumi, sweet cherry tomatoes and mushroom.... All goes so well together. They have amazing juices too