Best Bars & Nightlife in Gold Coast

Looking for the best bars & nightlife in Gold Coast? We've ranked the top 20 spots based on real reviews and ratings from the GC Reviews community. Each pick links through to full details, reviews and booking.

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   E Star Karaoke

   Davison Ln, Southport QLD 4215

   4.9(0)

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   Soi 99 Karaoke Gold Coast

   138 Scarborough St, Southport QLD 4215

   4.9(0)

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   Whisky Lounge

   2a/58 Railway St, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213

   4.9(0)

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   BMG Cowboys

   58 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

   4.9(0)

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   Broadbeach Tavern

   Oasis Shopping Centre, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach QLD 4218

   4.8(0)

   Pub grub, plus regular bands & DJs, in a sizable space with polished wooden decor & a covered patio.

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   NAÂMi

   47 James St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220

   4.8(0)

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   Surfers Paradise Beergarden

   Cnr Cavill &, Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

   4.7(0)

   Lively venue with a deck offering pizzas, seafood & pub grub, plus live sports & bar games.

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   Hairy Mary's

   7 Surfers Ave, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218

   4.7(0)

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   VINNIES DIVE BAR

   44A Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215

   4.7(0)

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    Den Devine Restaurant & Music Lounge

    Shop 12/15 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218

    4.7(0)

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    Garden Kitchen & Bar

    Casino Level The Star Gold Coast, 1, 1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach QLD 4218

    4.6(0)

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    Last Night on Earth

    50B Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215

    4.6(0)

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    Miami Tavern

    2043 Gold Coast Hwy, Miami QLD 4220

    4.6(0)

    Popular pub for UFC fights on TV, simple bistro grub and gaming, plus a beer garden and live music.

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    La Luna Beach Club

    74 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach QLD 4217

    4.6(0)

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    15

    The Malibu Racquet Club

    1740 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220

    4.6(0)

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    16

    Wicked Nightlife Tours - Club Crawl

    Unit 18/3290 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

    4.6(0)

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    COAST

    Ocean by Meriton, Level 1/86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

    4.5(0)

    Steak house

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    18

    House of Brews

    17 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

    4.5(0)

    Lively gastropub serving American fare such as finger foods & burgers, plus cocktails & craft beer.

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    The Cambus Wallace

    4/2237 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218

    4.5(0)

    Hip, boat-themed bar with wall murals and drop lights, offering refined small plates and cocktails.

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    Lulu Rooftop & Bar

    Level 2/4 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217

    4.5(0)

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