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ELK Espresso

4.6
·491k reviews·,

A trendy beachfront cafe offering a lively atmosphere, specialty coffee, and a highly-rated seasonal menu with creative brunch and lunch dishes.

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ELK Espresso

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A trendy beachfront cafe offering a lively atmosphere, specialty coffee, and a highly-rated seasonal menu with creative brunch and lunch dishes.

4.6
(491k reviews)

"Best cafe in Gold Coast! Food is 10/10 and the coffee is worth ordering."

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 3PM

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Mid-range

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Shop G044 Oasis Shopping Centre, 12 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia

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Beachfront Ambiance

Beachfront Ambiance

Trendy cafe with a lively atmosphere, mismatched furniture, and polished concrete floor, perfect for a beachfront experience.

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Creative & Seasonal Menu

Creative & Seasonal Menu

Enjoy innovative dishes with fresh, seasonal flavors, from breakfast burgers to unique sweet treats and savory favorites.

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Specialty Coffee & Boozy Brunch

Specialty Coffee & Boozy Brunch

Indulge in specialty coffee blends and the popular bottomless brunch with mimosa hour for a fun dining experience.

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To avoid long wait times, consider visiting during less busy periods.

Explore Specialty Coffee

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8/10 😋 gold coast has such good eats 😩 📍elk espresso broadbeach #goldcoasteats #goldcoastcafe
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tried elk espresso today and it did not disappoint!! my favourite was definitely tbe lavendar french toast🪻🥞 📍ELK Espresso Shop G044 Oasis Shopping Centre, 12 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach QLD 4218, Australia #goldcoastfood #brunch #goldcoastfood #brisbanefoodie #goldcoast #goldcoastcafe #eat #fyp #australia #queensland #thingstodo #foodie #placestovisit #vlog #goldcoastaustralia #goldcoastvibess #food...
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The menu changes seasonally, offering fresh flavors and new dishes to discover.

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Try creative items like potato hashbrown cakes or thick shakes for a unique taste.

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Visit Off-Peak Hours

To avoid long wait times, consider visiting during less busy periods.

Explore Specialty Coffee

If you haven't tried them before, consider sampling their specialty coffee options.

Check Seasonal Menu

The menu changes seasonally, offering fresh flavors and new dishes to discover.

Don't Miss Unique Flavors

Try creative items like potato hashbrown cakes or thick shakes for a unique taste.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

ELK Espresso is celebrated for its vibrant atmosphere and creative, delicious seasonal menu, making it a popular brunch spot. Diners praise the friendly staff, quick service, and excellent coffee. However, some reviews note the potential for long waits during peak times and one instance of dietary accommodation issues.

"I had my breakfast at ELK Espresso and it was a fantastic experience! The place was very busy, yet the staff remained extremely friendly and attentive, taking great care of every customer. Service was impressively fast, and the food was absolutely delicious. I ordered the Potato Hash, Super Shrooms, and Panna Cotta — all beautifully presented and full of flavor. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a great breakfast spot on the Gold Coast!"

Mohamed Al kooheji

"Great food and amazing staff!! Olive our server was fabulous and kept the drinks flowing as we did the bottomless mimosas with the meal. We definitely felt that we got our moneys worth there. The menu selection was amazing and they change it seasonally so we just got in time for their fall menu. While we did have to wait for a table they told us it would be a 10 minute wait but really we only wait less than 5 minutes!!"

Kate

"Elk Espresso is located in the Oasis Shopping Centre, directly opposite Kurrawa Surf Club. It offers beautiful views of the parks and a refreshing breeze from the beach. The atmosphere is vibrant, dynamic, and lively and it gets really noisy and loud inside. They offer a seasonal menu for breakfast and lunch. The drinks are enjoyable, and the food is reasonably good. While this spot isn’t my first choice, I do visit occasionally.

During my last visit in June, I had scrambled eggs on toast. One slice of toast was toasted, while the other was left fresh for some reason. The eggs were well-cooked. My friend’s poached eggs looked nice and runny inside, even though they were re heated, but the hollandaise sauce was bottled. My friend enjoyed her hot chocolate, which was made with real chocolate.

I would rate Elk Espresso between 3.5 and 3.8 stars.

Thank you.
June 2025"

Inna M

What People Like

Delicious and creative seasonal dishes
Excellent coffee and specialty drinks
Lively beachfront atmosphere

What People Dislike

Potential for long wait times
Inconsistent dietary accommodation

Frequently Asked Questions

ELK Espresso is known for its trendy beachfront location, creative seasonal menu, specialty coffee, and popular bottomless brunch.

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Yes, ELK Espresso offers vegan options. Look out for items like banana bread or pear oats on the menu.

Yes, they offer a bottomless brunch with mimosa hour, providing unlimited mimosas for a set time.

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ELK Espresso is very popular and can get busy, especially on weekends. Visiting during off-peak hours is recommended to avoid long waits.

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The provided data does not specify if reservations are accepted. It's best to check directly with the restaurant or be prepared for a potential wait.

Diners often recommend the breakfast burger, salmon fritters, tempura eggplant, and the mango matcha smoothies.

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Yes, ELK Espresso is located in Broadbeach, right across from the beach, offering beautiful views.

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Pastel plates, edible flowers and seasonal menus; there’s little wonder why Elk Espresso is a favourite breakfast restaurant of many Gold Coast locals. A short stroll from the beach and the main Broadbeach thoroughfare, with great coffee and salty vibes to boot. They're plating up season dishes on their ever-changing menu from Black Forrest waffles to blueberry panna cotta brekky bowls that are almost too pretty to eat.

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