Mermaid Beach$$
BSKT
The avocado on toast with halloumi has a loyal following, and the beachside patio explains why. BSKT runs a broad menu covering vegan, keto, gluten-free, and paleo without the joyless health-cafe energy. Open from 5am, kitchen closes at 2:30pm.
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Burleigh Heads$$
Burleigh Heads Hotel
Lamb koftas, Moreton Bay bugs, and cold beers across the road from Burleigh Beach. The Esplanade pub that punches above its weight on a good night, with outdoor seating, two bars, and a menu that goes well beyond the usual pub fare.
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Currumbin$$
Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Life Saving Club
Window seats overlooking Elephant Rock book out fast at this Currumbin Beach institution. The $35 porterhouse and calamari earn their regulars, the views earn everyone else, and the prices keep whole families coming back week after week.
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Palm Beach$$
Palm Beach Surf Club
Right on the sand at Palm Beach, this surf club bistro earns its loyal crowd with cold beers, daily specials, and a deck view that makes even an average burger taste better. Join up for members' pricing and book ahead — it fills faster than you'd expect.
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Burleigh Heads$$$
Rick Shores
The Moreton Bay bug roll has its own reputation, and the coconut prawn curry with housemade roti backs it up. Right on Burleigh Heads beach, open windows facing the water, Pan-Asian menu with a chef's hat. Sunset bookings go fast for good reason.
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Palm Beach$$
Tallebudgera Surf Club
Beachfront dining at Palm Beach with views straight over Tallebudgera and service that regulars keep coming back for. The seafood platter is the order, the chilli prawn pasta is the dark horse, and the recent renovation has made the whole room worth the trip.
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Currumbin$$
Tarte Beach House
A balcony over Currumbin Creek, a lobster roll worth ordering twice, and a chocolate chip cookie that a professional chef called the best she'd ever eaten. Tarte Beach House takes bookings at the Currumbin location. Use them.
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