• Eating out,  Family life

    The Cayman Cafe Experience: Relaxed, Fresh, and Perfect for Family Beach Days

    The Cayman Café experience begins the moment you walk through the door. Bright, colourful, and effortlessly sophisticated, their coastal-inspired design sets the tone for a space that feels like a mini holiday. Once you’re at ease, it’s time to indulge — with premium barista-made coffee, a fantastic range of light meals, and delicious cakes, including seasonal favourites and limited-edition treats. But if the sunshine is calling, take the Cayman experience with you. Their takeaway menu is perfect for families heading to the beach.

  • Eating out,  Family life

    Food, Fun & Family Time These School Holidays

    I've found a fab little high tea for the kids! Turn a simple outing into a family experience to remember, head down to Harbour Town Gold Coast where you can catch a movie at Reading Cinemas, play a few games at iPlay, then step into Cayman Café  for a special Kids high tea and let the holiday vibe take over.

  • Animals,  Eating out,  Family life

    Holy Ship, Main Beach

    Family-friendly dining, but make it fun for the adults too! Holy Ship Restaurant is a unique floating restaurant located on two retired ferry boats docked at Marina Mirage. Parents will love the waterside vibes, with a great bar list and fresh menu. Kids will love the special kids menu, wildlife spotting and fish feeding!

  • Eating out,  Family life

    Coomera Lodge, Oxenford

    The Coomera Lodge at Oxenford has long been an institution, and you only need to visit over a weekend to see this place is still extremely popular. With indoor and outdoor dining options, you'll find most families outside by the large fenced playground.

  • Eating out

    The Wattle Hotel, Upper Coomera

    The Wattle Hotel at Upper Coomera has got family friendly dining in the bag! With a huge indoor kids playground and dedicated dining space, modern bistro dining can be enjoyed by all the family.

  • Eating out,  Indoors,  Playgrounds

    Mini & Me Coffee Shop, Mudgeeraba

    Mini & Me Coffee Shop at Mudgeeraba has opened its doors, with a cozy cafe space perfect for families! Grab a seat inside nearby the playroom, or sit on the deck by the cubby house. A huge variety of fresh foods on the menu, and plenty of child-friendly options with an extensive kids menu. This place doesn't just think about the kids, it puts them front and centre!

  • Eating out,  Fenced Playgrounds,  Playgrounds

    First Harvest Coffee, Nerang

    Who doesn't love a cafe with a play area!? First Harvest Coffee at Nerang ticks all the boxes when it comes to tasty food, great playground and hot coffee. The cafe includes a brew bar, artisan bakes and an all day menu. A micro-roaster roasting all their own coffee right here on the Gold Coast - you coffee lovers are guaranteed to be in for a treat! There is plenty of parking, free wi-fi and super spacious indoor and outdoor seating.

  • Eating out

    Bookness Mudgeeraba

    Bookness Mudgeeraba is a gorgeous little bookstore cafe, serving up light refreshments alongside a selection of quality books and gifts. Here you'll find racks of beautifully curated books across a range of categories, lounges and cafe tables to grab a seat and enjoy a coffee, and a cute children's corner with books to ignite their imaginations!