10 Best Breweries in Burleigh Heads

"What could scream Gold Coast more than a brewery set up by four of the Gold Coast’s best-ever pro surfers, including three-time world champ, Mick Fanning, and his best mate, 2012 world champ Joel Parkinson?. They set up Balter Brewing Company in Currumbin Waters’ formerly very unfashionable industrial estate and now it’s the place to be on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. But this is one brewery that doesn’t rely solely on its star power: Balter won Champion Medium Size Brewery in Australia at the 2017 Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA), as well as Best International Pale Ale."

"Balter is a favourite amongst locals, and established by a couple of surfing legends. With a ten-fold expansion, this brewing company is going nowhere but up in the coming years."

"When: Wednesday-Friday 3pm- 8pm, Saturday 12pm – 8pm, Sunday 12pm – 6pm. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Balter Brewing Company (@balterbrewers)"

"Another newcomer on the hospitality scene, BOBs beer is like no other brewery you’ve ever seen. Just metres from the beach, this venue doesn’t provide your average brewery menu, but instead offers a fine dining style menu utilising fresh seasonal produce with each meal designed to complement their plentiful list of delicious beers. That concludes our list of noteworthy restaurants on the GC!"

"Stroll up from the golden sands of the GC’s most iconic beach to assuage thirst and hunger at Surfers Paradise’s first and only brewery BOBs Brewery & Restaurant on Elkhorn Avenue. BOBs is an acronym ... "So many delicious seafood choices"

"With the help of crowdfunding for start-up, Dan Norris, Michael McGovern and Eddie Oldfield documented progress from their first homebrew to the establishment of their Burleigh Heads brewery, gaining market traction through social media. Persistence paid off, with Black Hops winning three gold medals at the 2017 Australian International Beer Awards."

"The Gold Coast is home to an array of craft breweries and the best way to see them is with a brewery tour!. Hop On Brewery Tours offers a number of different tours to choose from including half and full-day options. We visited three different breweries as part of a half-day tour; Black Hops, Precinct Brewing Co. and Burleigh Brewing Co."

"Brewed by three mates on the Gold Coast, if you like supporting local businesses Black Hops is the brewery for you. With a new and creative craft beer every month, you'll never get bored of their brews."

"This list wouldn’t be complete without a shoutout to Burleigh Brewing Co., an iconic craft beer destination. After over a decade in the business, it’s safe to say these guys know what they’re doing, and after tasting one of their award-winning brews you’ll know why. The bustling Burleigh spot has excellent vibes, and is the perfect place to spend an afternoon trying out one of the 24 beers on tap, whilst enjoying the live music and range of food trucks."

"Burleigh HeadsThese guys spearheaded the Gold Coast’s independent craft brewing scene that we know and love today. They have now been in business for over a decade and continue to expand their craft beef empire across the nation. Founders Peta and Brennan Fielding are passionate about the craft and continue to produce beers that are free from chemicals, preservatives and other nasties."

"One of the "OG" brewing companies on the scene - the Burleigh Brewing Company have created quite the name for themselves. With frequent live music and events, the brewery is a hit with all beer lovers."

"The latest addition to the burgeoning Gold Coast craft scene, Lost Palms has put a little fun into the brewery scene by taking out any tough guy elements associated with beer (and the Gold Coast) and introducing locals to a brewery and taphouse dominated by a pastel pink and mint colour scheme. Hardly your average brewery, is it?. You’ll find it in the industrial area of hip neighbourhood Miami – among smash repairers and mechanics – but also just across the street from the Coast’s trendiest hang-out, the Miami Marketta (where you’ll find pop-up bars, boho designers, eclectic live music and a crowd that looks more Collingwood than Coolangatta)."

"MiamiLost Palms is the epitome of authentic Gold Coast surf culture. The pastel pink brewery is located a short stroll from Miami Marketta in the industrial area behind Nobby’s Beach. The venue often hosts live music gigs and collaborates with local artist to specially create coastal-cool artwork for their latest cans."

"Lost Palms is Miami’s pretty pink and instagrammable drinking den. It’s just a short walk from Nobbys Bars and restaurants, and right around the corner from Miami Marketta. The outside area is prime for sinking beers with your pals."

"Break away from the beach and get a slice of tranquility in the lush hinterland of Mt Tamborine, where a stop at Fortitude Brewing Co. is essential. The local and independent Australian brewing company boats a selection of over fifteen boutique beers, including the Fortitude Brewing Co. beers brewed on site. Make a day of your visit to the mountain and park up with a tasting paddle for two and a snack, whether it be one of their legendary wood-fired pizzas, or a cheese platter from the award winning Witches Chase Cheese Company."

"Founded in late 2012 by Ged Connors, Jim O’Çonnor and Ian Watson, Fortitude Brewing today boasts an expansive brewery and tasting room on Mt Tamborine with ten rotating taps of Fortitude and Noisy Minor beers. Head Brewer Ian Watson has raised the standard of Australian lager, his Belgium-styled Pale Lager now a Queensland favourite."

"Mount TamborineLocated in the lush hinterland of Mount Tamborine, this brewing mainstay is popular with locals and visitors alike. Pick-up a paddle to sample the Fortitude Brewing range and pair it with a mouth-watering antipasto plater featuring the famous Mount Tamborine Witches Chase cheeses."

"Tweed HeadsThis family owned, local artisan brewery situated in Tweed Heads proudly produces a selection of lagers, ales, pilsners and dark beers, as well as a popular alcoholic Jinja Beer, using the finest malts, hops and grains available. Pop in for brewery tours, beer tasting, party keg hire and specialised brewing services."

"The Gold Coast’s very first James Squire Brewhouse, The Lucky Squire, just opened (in June) – and it’s one of the largest venues to open on the Coast in years. Built within the trendy Oracle Boulevard precinct in Broadbeach, it has a microbrewery with a bar and restaurant, with room for 450 patrons across two levels. Each dish is built to complement the entire variety of James Squire beers available on tap, along with wines and cocktails."

"The Lucky Squire is a two-storey brewhouse within walking distance of Pacific Fair and The Star Gold Coast. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Lucky Squire (@theluckysquire)"

"Where: 17 Blackheath Terrace, Pacific Pines, QLD. The Gold Coast brewery is not open to the public due to council legislation. Madocke Brewed by Belgians is proud to bring true Belgian style to a Gold Coast brewery. Founders, Annelies and Jimmy opened in their home garage to queues in 2019."

"Located in Varsity Lakes, microbrewery Aardvark & Arrow is a gem of the Gold Coast beer scene, providing visitors with a unique and intimate experience. Here, you can find a selection of small brews that are chemical and preservative free – healthy, right?. The beers are brewed in small matches, ensuring attention to detail and top-notch quality that will have you coming back for more."

"The Aardvark and Arrow is a Small Batch Brewery known for its speciality and custom-order beers. Each brew is lovingly hand-crafted onsite in Varsity Lakes. The team also offer a wide range of products and services to beer enthusiast who are keen to refine their own craft."

"This Mermaid Beach hot spot preaches slow eating, mindful meals, wellness, and relaxation. Serving up some of the best veggie breaky on the Coast, their menu is made up of delicious healthy treats like apple pie porridge. When we’ve got a big day ahead of us, the vegan nachos are always the option, topped withvegan cheese, house baked beans, house habanero jam, chimichurri, house salsa and guacamole."

"Food doesn’t get much more beautiful than the stunning dishes served up at Mermaid Beach spot, The Milkman’s Daughter. This gorgeous space focuses on wholesome and honest food, serving up vegetarian and vegan meals almost too perfect to eat."

"A post shared by THE MILKMAN’S DAUGHTER ⓥ (@themilkmansdaughter_gc) on Dec 3, 2019 at 2:19am PST. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by THE MILKMAN’S DAUGHTER ⓥ (@themilkmansdaughter_gc) on Nov 13, 2019 at 2:19am PST"

"Bam Bam Bakehouse has pastries that look so good you will want to try them all, and that’s after you have worked your way through the breakfast menu. It is reputed to be the Gold Coast cafe that actress Margot Robbie and food critic Matt Preston can go past and I can well understand why they would stop here. The food is a bit addictive."

"The baked goods that come out of this joint are truly next level, and so are the breakies!. Whatever you do, make sure you snag a serve of the croissant French toast."

"Art Lovers Australia starts off our list as one of the highest-rated art galleries here on the Gold Coast. This is a well-loved hub for artists and art lovers. Here, you can learn and indulge in art as much as you like."

"Specialising in contemporary Australian art and sculpture, this gallery represents top emerging Australian artists in addition to major investment works. Located at Marina Mirage, stop in to view the latest exhibitions and see what's new in the stockroom. Images courtesy Destination Gold Coast"