Coolum Beach (and its surrounding areas) is well-stocked with beachside restaurants, cafes, and bars to satisfy your cravings. Ahead, we’ve highlighted some of the best beers, brews and breathtaking food joints to explore. We hope you're feeling hungry!
Trust us, you 'knead' to try Amore Pizza Co
Amore Pizza Co, Coolum Beach restaurant
Whether it’s a cold slice the day after, or Friday night dinner, do yourself a favour and get the party started with a pizza (or two) from Amore Pizza Co. Their hand-stretched, wood-fired pizzas have become an institution on the coast with people trekking far and wide for a slice of the good stuff. Bon Appetit!
Unwind at Coolum Beer Co
Pull up at Coolum Beer Co for a solid feed of good food and quality brews. Located only a short drive from the ocean, this is the ideal spot to enjoy a cold one with mates. Coolum Beer Co's craft beers are all brewed onsite and have iconic local twists—like their aptly-named Point Perry Pale Ale, which features zesty hits of pineapple and citrus. Make sure you also order a serve of their 'CFC' (Coolum Fried Chicken) to keep the good vibes rolling.
Load up at the Coolum Beach Bar
Enjoy your meal with a side-serve of beach views at the Coolum Beach Bar. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this is the ideal spot to soak up the laid-back coastal atmosphere as you tuck into their moreish menu. We're talking everything from craft burgers to share plates loaded with hot honey chicken and more. Don't forget to wash it all down with a cocktail or mocktail!
Pizza-loving at Rosa Italian
Immerse yourself in the chic, coastal décor of Rosa Italian in Coolum Beach. Here, woodfired pizzas take centre stage, with everything from a classic Margherita to a Fungi (artichoke puree, woodland mushrooms, and taleggio) starring on the menu alongside a range of pastas, small plates, and more. Finish it all off with an Affogato… bellissimo!
Find fresh at Canteen Kitchen & Bar
Canteen Kitchen + Bar, Coolum Beach restaurant
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner (check their website for details), Canteen Kitchen and Bar has created an enticing menu with an eclectic mix of dishes. Never tried Katsu curry fries or ginger prawn dumplings? You’ll get them here. If you need a decent feed after your surf, grab some mates and get ready to transport your tastebuds to another dimension of deliciousness.
Get sorted at Daily Dose
For your daily hit of coffee, eats, and banter, Daily Dose has you sorted. Hiking Mt Coolum? This is an ideal pitstop afterwards to refuel. Serving great coffee and featuring a stellar line-up of brekkie favourites, this breezy beauty brings plenty of good times. There aren’t many cafes on the coast taking vegemite and avo on toast seriously, but you’ll find it here, along with a stellar line up of brekkie favourites.
Shoot the breeze at High Tide Bar and Grill
High Tide Cafe, Mudjimba
Opposite beautiful Mudjimba Beach, High Tide Bar and Grill has the buzz of a place that says ‘locals go here’ with banter and laughter spilling out on to the street. Soak up the laid-back vibes and coastal breeze over coffee and brekkie, or fix the hunger after a surf with menu items like hefty burgers or fish tacos. If happy hour is more your thing, unwind with a coldie and their famous fried chicken wings, or round off the day with dinner and a glass of your favourite vino and live music.
Wander the Marcoola Markets
Marcoola Twilight Markets, Marcoola
Nestled right behind the dunes of Marcoola beach (just a 10-minute drive from Coolum Beach), take a leisurely wander through the night market at Marcoola Markets every Friday from 4.00pm to 8.00pm. With an eclectic mix of international flavours and fresh foods, immerse yourself in the balmy beach vibes and kick back on a picnic rug. Get your weekly shop sorted at the same spot every Saturday morning at the Farmer’s Market, too. You’ll be going bananas over the quality of fresh local produce. From tomatoes to tangelos and a whole lot of baked goods, kick-off your weekend the right way.
Try the finest at The Loose Goose
This locals’ favourite for fine dining at Twin Waters is a must-book classy joint. With a five-course degustation menu, including wine pairing options, get ready for the Loose Goose to transport you to another dimension of deliciousness. Celebrate a special occasion in style and feel extra nourished by Loose Goose’s house-made focaccia with whipped sage brown butter, and rich, bold dishes like house-made gnocchi with braised beef cheek.
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