Best Local Coffee GC
Posted: 11th August 2025
Posted in: Food and drinks, News, Things To Do, What's On
Coffee is a big deal in Australia – and on the Southern Gold Coast, we pair it with unbeatable beachfront views.
From locals’ favourites to iconic sips worth travelling for, these are our top picks to fuel your mornings on the Southern Gold Coast in 2025.
1. Black Dingo Café – Duranbah
With views to die for, this hidden gem sits tucked beneath the concrete bunker in the border town of Duranbah. Black Dingo has built a loyal following for its excellent coffee, warm service, and unbeatable ocean outlook. Sip your latte while spotting whales in the deep blue. Hot Tip: Borrow some binoculars with your morning brew to view the whales up close.
2. Tarte Bakery – Burleigh, & Tarte Beach House Café – Currumbin
As beautiful as it is delicious, Tarte is an Instagram worthy spot but with food to match – Think bold coffee, artisan pastries, and a must-try cruller or Basque cheesecake.
At Burleigh, you’ll find it near bustling James Street, umbrellas lining the nature strip for a chic French vibe.
Currumbin’s waterfront location overlooks the estuary, perfect for their high tea with delicious treats.
3. Bread Social – Tweed Heads and Currumbin Waters
Nestled in the heart of Currumbin Waters and Tweed Heads, Bread Social is a beloved artisan bakery and café that champions simple, honest food made with passion. Their sourdough crumpets are legendary—light, airy, and perfectly crisp on the outside, they’re the ideal canvas for melting butter or a drizzle of honey. Pair them with a rich coffee made from expertly roasted beans, and you’ve got a breakfast that’s both comforting and unforgettable.
4. Dust Temple – Currumbin Waters
Part art gallery, part café, gallery, bar, and live venue all rolled into one industrial-chic warehouse. Emerging from an old tin-shed, it now brims with vintage décor, studio nooks, and rotating exhibitions by local and international artists. Grab a coffee and pastry, wander through artwork, and stay for live music. It’s raw, artistic, and a fun way to enjoy your morning brew.
5. Cubby Bakehouse – Chinderah
A must-stop on any drive south of the border, Cubby Bakehouse sits beside the Tweed river in Chinderah. French-inspired pastries and good coffee meet riverside charm. This is the spot for buttery croissants or chocolate eclaires paired with a smooth coffee A dreamy stop before heading to the Fingal Beach lighthouse walk.
6. Iron & Resin Garage – Currumbin Waters
Half motorcycle store, half café, and fully unique. Enjoy Will & Co coffee, legendary burgers, and a browse through custom apparel and motorcycle gear.
Sundays bring live music and a laid-back crowd — the perfect pitstop before Currumbin Rock Pools.”
7. Kefi Cafe Coolangatta
Vibrant, soulful, and drenched in Mediterranean warmth—‘Kefi’ is Greek for exuberant joy, and this café truly lives up to its name. Flooded with natural light and terracotta tones, the space radiates a coastal, sun-kissed feel. The menu is a travel-inspired joyride: Turkish eggs with cumin yogurt and crispy chickpeas or soft hotcakes with ricotta and berries…. what to Choose?
Coffee lovers, you’re in for a treat too: Five Senses specialty blends, in-house almond milk, and a setup that balances artful technique with easygoing charm.
8. Haig street, Kirra.
Beachfront views, a spacious setting, and delicious fare make this Kirra staple hard to beat for a relaxed atmosphere overlooking Kirra Waves. It’s a versatile bruncher’s paradise, whether you’re dropping in early or later in the afternoon.
9. Salt Mill, Currumbin & Kingscliff
Nestled just steps from the surf in both their Currumbin and Kingscliff locations, The Salt Mill is a charming hole-in-the-wall café that captures hearts with its “cute as a button” vibe and coastal charm. The rustic, simple setting—with rough bench seats and recycled crates—only adds to the charm, making it the kind of place where locals come back again and again.
Grab a latté, settle onto one of their sunny wooden logs out front, and soak up the laid-back surf-town atmosphere.
10. Dune Cafe – Palm Beach
Dune Café is an award-winning spot celebrated as one of the Gold Coast’s most kid-friendly and pet-friendly cafés. Just steps from the much-loved pirate playground, it’s the ideal place to take your coffee while the kids play within sight. Overlooking the calm waters of Currumbin Lagoon, the café’s relaxed coastal vibe makes it a haven for unwinding and watching the world drift past.
11. Currumbin Valley Harvest – Currumbin Valley
At Currumbin Valley Harvest, the coffee is brewed with care and the matcha is whisked to velvety perfection. Whether you’re chasing your morning caffeine hit or a smooth, earthy green tea boost, we’ve got your cup sorted. Pair it with a slice of wholesome cake or a fresh-baked treat, and take a seat where the valley views are as restorative as the drinks.
