These 12 Eateries Prove The Gold Coast Is Low Key Australia's Foodie Capital
Pack your appetite.
When you think of the Gold Coast, you probably think beaches, surfers and theme parks. But guys, the GC is nothing like you remember schoolies to be.
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From cool boutiques to stand up paddle boarding, it's actually packed with amazing things to see and do. But honestly, the best thing about the Gold Coast is how many incredible eateries there are.
Here's what you should be putting on your GC must-eat list.
1. These cookies at Paddock Bakery.
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Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, Paddock's Nutella-stuffed choc chip cookies are legit some of the best you'll ever eat.
2. This burger at Notorious E.A.T. Food Truck.
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With bacon, two beef patties and three hash browns smothered in cheese, grilled onions and BBQ sauce, this Eazy E burger is so wrong it's right.
3. This coco fluff at Goji Granola Bar.
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This place takes açaí to the next level. Its soft serve-like coco fluff will make any breakfast bowl taste like dessert.
4. This poké bowl at Aloha.
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If you're looking for a good poké bowl by the beach, head straight to this tiki-themed diner.
5. This vegan poutine at the LC.
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With cool interiors, amazing cocktails and delicious high-end pub grub, you won't believe you're not eating meat.
6. These smoothie bowls at Cardamom Pod.
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This plant-based cafe is serving up some of the most photogenic brunches on the GC. Their smoothie bowls almost look too good to eat.
7. These pastries at Bam Bam Bakehouse.
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Salted caramel and Gaytime eclairs, anyone?
8. These pita pockets at The Pocket Burleigh.
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Is there anything better than stuffed pita on the beach? Probably not.
9. These raw cheesecake bites at Blend Love.
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Umm Ferrero Rocher and Turkish Delight vegan treats? Yes please.
10. This spanakopita at Hellenika.
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Make sure you check out Hellenika's rooftop on a Sunday arvo for some serious ~vibes.~
11. These tacos at Frida Sol.
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Frida Kahlo decor and amazing Mexican food is a big mood.
12. And this pizza at Justin Lane.
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Pizza + spritz + rooftop views = perfection.