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5 karaoke bars to bust a tune at

You don’t have to duet it alone!

Strike Karaoke (image supplied)
Strike Karaoke (image supplied)

Karaoke has to be one of the funniest times you can have out with friends. It’s one of those rare things in life where it doesn’t matter if you’re terrible; you will be cheered on anyway. In fact, the worse you are, the better. And on those rare occasions, you get to witness somebody who could probably sign a record deal but just so happens to be a sparky for a living.

It turns out there are a few places around the Gold Coast where you can sing your little lungs out without fear of judgment and enjoy yourself a lyric fuelled good time!

Strike Bowling
This place truly has it all, from bowling to escape rooms and a well-stocked bar in between; but were you aware they have private karaoke rooms available for hire? Yep, read that again. Ok, so it’s not your classic stand-up in a bar full of strangers deal, but the high level of laughs and fun you’ll have with your squad is priceless. There’s also the added bonus of choosing who sings what and when! Pair this up with some of their other fun-filled activities (before or after), and you’ve lined up yourselves a fun night out.
Where: Circle on Cavill, Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise

Karaoke (image from unsplash)
Karaoke (image from unsplash)

Tune-Up
This one is a goodie, it’s a legit karaoke bar made for that exact purpose, and we have it on excellent authority that a good time is guaranteed. There’s a stage for the daring ones and private booths if you want to get cosy with your crew. All you gotta do is buy a drink in exchange for entry, which will not be a problem for us, sir. Get us three straight up. You’ll find people from all walks of life there, which is code for ‘there will definitely be a worse singer than you’.
Where: 23 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise

E-Star Karaoke
If something a little bit fancy is your jam, E-Star Karaoke is the one. With gold gilded armchairs, wallpaper fit for a queen and over 300,000 songs to choose from, this Southport gem is an entirely unique experience. There’s a delicious buffet restaurant to fill your tummy before you take to the stage to belt out a beat. It seems Chinatown in Southport is the place to be karaoke fans. Remember, you’re the voice!
Where: Davison Lane, Southport

E-Star Karaoke (image supplied)
E-Star Karaoke (image supplied)

Fat Freddy’s
As if this Broadbeach hotspot wasn’t already a hive of tasty American eats, delectable cocktails and all the sporting action your retinas can take, they also happen to have themselves a somewhat cheeky and regular Saturday karaoke night. With a venue that exudes such personality, you’ll need an equally bubbly host to see over the proceedings, right? Enter the always charismatic and eternally bubbly Sea FM radio host, Bianca Dye, as she hands out prizes and keeps the songs — and laughs — going.
Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach

The Avenue
There is always something happening at Surfers Paradise, and we reckon The Avenue is an integral part of that! Always popular on any given day of the week, you’ll find people converging for daily specials and a host of events, one of those being their Monday Night Karaoke! Not a bad way to start the week at all. We recommend getting in early for some fantastic food, lining up a few cocktails before then serenading the crowd into the early hours with your worst-best singing voice. Tuesday morning can wait!
Where: 3-15 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise

Words by Alex Mitcheson.

Karaoke (image from unsplash)
Karaoke (image from unsplash)

The Avenue

Fat Freddy’s brings boozy shakes and epic eats to Broadbeach

Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)
Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)

If there is a threesome more made for each other in the world than spicy chicken wings, hot dogs and boozy milkshakes, we have not heard of it. Nor do we want to, thank you very much.

So, it is with great pleasure and very enthusiastic typing fingers, that we bring you news of the opening of Fat Freddy’s Beach Bar & Diner, Broady’s new venue we have been (im)patiently waiting for quite some time now.

As they say though, good things come to those who wait and wait we did, so now good things we have.

And yes, you guessed it, those good things come in the form of spicy chicken wings, loaded hot dogs and boozy milkshakes, all of which are extremely delicious and will be discussed in further detail in a few paragraphs.

Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)

Fat Freddy’s, underneath Avani on Surf Pde, is an impressive new space drawing on the classic US diner experience and breathing fresh, new life into Broady’s eating scene.

As you enter the space you’ll come face to face with some of the most controversial celebrities of our time including Charlie Sheen and Britney Spears (love you) to name a few. There’s bar and luxe, leather booth-style seating and an outdoor deck perfect for balmy Sunday arvo sessions.

Behind the absolutely stacked bar there are nine screens so you can catch all of the sport your competitive little Aussie heart desires.

Let’s get back to the food though because there is a lot of goodness to discuss. Executive Chef Braden White has worked some absolute magic on the American diner classics you know but have definitely never loved as much as you’ll love these.

The Crumbed Jalapeno Poppers are a taste sensation, as are the Breaded Bacon Bits (no words can explain but the flavours are American maple syrup and candied chilli – amazing).

Mac and Cheese Croquettes are made with four cheeses, truffle mayo and Parmesan and all of the good things in the world.

Bigger dishes come in the form of the New York Street Dog, a Po Boy complete with a poached Moreton Bay Bug and an array of exceptional burgers. There are also BBQ Pork Ribs, Flame Grilled Southern Chicken and Loaded Tater Tots and it’s probably the best US-style menu we’ve ever sampled (including in the US).

So eat all the things, then wash them down with a boozy milkshake or two why don’t you.

We were quite partial to the Pablo Escabar which is an Espresso Martini slash thickshake with ice cream foam and shaved chocolate and so, so yummy.

Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)
Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)

There’s also a Miami Vice Splice-Cream with Midori, lime, ice cream, pineapple and coconut foam. Perfect for a balmy afternoon treat.

Spiked Sodas are on the menu too and you probably shouldn’t go past the Monica Lewinski with Wyborowa Vodka, Fay Freddy’s Passiona, lemon and unicorn hair. Trust us.

Not to mention there’s an impressive selection of cocktails, tap and bottled beers and of course, an extensive selection of American bourbon and whiskeys.

On top of all that, Fat Freddy’s is home to a luxury gaming lounge complete with private parking and venue entry.

Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)
Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)

How fun is Freddy. Get in there Gold Coasters, it’s going to be a very good time.

LOCATION: 2663 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach (entry via Surf Pde)
HOURS: 11.30am until midnight daily

Words and photos by Kirra Smith

Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)
Fat Freddy's (Image: © 2019 Inside Gold Coast)

6 things to do on the Gold Coast if you’re single

RACV One Spa (image supplied)
RACV One Spa (image supplied)

First of all, yes we are experts and second of all, there’s nothing wrong with consuming an entire packet of Tim Tams while binging on Gossip Girl for the fifteenth night in a row (Mum said so).

But in case that’s not your jam (insert eye roll), and because we’re keen to widen our circle of single lady pals, here are a few things to do on the Gold Coast if you’re sans a significant other.

Dance, dance, dance
Not only is channeling your inner Beyoncé a fun way to work off those pesky Tim Tam calories, it also boosts the feel good vibes and gives you the perfect excuse to down an extra margarita or two (because seeya inhibitions). We recommend Retros Cocktail Lounge in Surfers for the old school beats and spacious d-floor.

Try all the foods
No, not Tim Tams (unless Cold Rock is involved then by all means). There’s something liberating about eating out alone and, with the ridiculous amount of five-star restaurants on the Coast, you’re doing yourself a disservice if you stay at home and order UberEATS every night. We recommend starting with Burleigh because a. good-looking people watching and b. Rosella’s, Iku, Nightjar, Jimmy Wah’s, Rabbath, Rick Shores, Lockwood Bar, etc.

Treat yo’self
Spa days are the ultimate single gal good time. Go solo or grab your girl gang and make a day of it. There are plenty of places to indulge on the Coast from escape-for-a-week retreats like Gwinganna to the sophisticated, Moroccan chic vibes of The Bathhouse for massages and magnesium baths. Smooth skin and super chill vibes await.

Get crafty
Making stuff is a good time. Unless it’s an intricate recipe that takes four hours to create, only to be devoured within four minutes. Anywho, crafts and the like are fun. The Craft Parlour in Miami run MANY workshops like intro to ceramics, macramé weaving, watercolour 101, all the creative things. Plenty of people sign up solo so we suggest you do the same and make a few new friends while you’re there.

Shop up a storm
Retail therapy is a thing y’all (experts on this topic too). Not that any of us need therapy (right!?) but new clothes are always a good idea and you’re gonna need ‘em for the dancing and the eating out solo. Pacific Fair is our pick for a splurge and Harbour Town Outlet Shopping Centre on a budget, unless you’re more of an online shopper then we definitely recommend supporting the many local brands around these parts.

Get fit
Or die trying. After you’ve bought all the pretty activewear, you might want to take up a new active hobby. How about hiking? Fresh air and fitness, it’s a combination for the ages. OR, join a random touch football team and expand your social circle while getting fit and having a good old laugh at how unfit you’ve become thanks to the irresistible allure of Netflix and Tim Tams.

Put a fork in us, we’re done. Admittedly, all that sounds pretty tiring, anyone got any good Netflix recommendations?

Words by Kirra Smith.

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