Queenslander!
Queenslander!
It’s that time of year again folks, State of Origin is here! Watch the rivalry unfold and cheer on your team at any of these epic, perfect-for-shouting-at-the-TV Gold Coast venues.
Go Queensland!
Hope Island Tavern is bringing all the State of Origin action live and loud across every big game this series, with footy fans invited to settle in from kick-off to the final siren. Tuck into $25 footy boxes or 1kg hot honey chilli wings while you cheer on the Maroons in true Queenslander style.
Where: 93 Broadwater Ave, Hope Island
Crafty’s at Harbour Town is bringing the rivalry both on and off the field this State of Origin season, with state-versus-state beer battles, epic game-night vibes and $19 pizzas. Sip your way through brews from Blackflag, Burleigh Brewing, Stone & Wood and Byron Bay Brewery, then back your state for the chance to win prizes on every game night. Cheers to that!
Where: Harbour Town Premium Outlets, Brisbane Road, Biggera Waters
Round up your mates and catch every minute of the State of Origin action live and loud at Mackenzie’s Sports Bar at Southport Sharks. Expect huge game-night vibes, drink specials, $15 pizzas, giveaways throughout the game and all the footy action on the big screens.
Where: Corner of Musgrave and Olsen Avenue, Southport
With more than 50 screens in both Robina and Surfers Paradise, The Sporting Globe is serving up State of Origin action LIVE & LOUD. Expect huge rivalry vibes as the Blues look to bounce back against the Maroons, just be sure to lock in a booking because this place fills fast. Walk-ins are welcome too, First in best dressed!
Where: Cnr Cavill Avenue & Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise and The Promenade, Robina Town Centre, Robina
The kind of local where everyone feels right at home, and come State of Origin, this sports bar comes alive with every big hit, try and controversial call played live on the screens. Round up the crew for classic pub feeds, ice-cold drinks and the kind of game-night atmosphere that keeps fans coming back year after year.
Where: Oasis Shopping Centre, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
Catch every minute of the Men’s and Women’s State of Origin series live & loud at The Star Gold Coast, with all the action screening across Garden Kitchen & Bar, Sports Bar and M&G Café & Bar. Watch game nights under the stars on The Lawn, book a booth for the ultimate Sports Bar experience, or swing by for walk-ins, epic atmosphere and footy feed specials including burger-and-beer combos from $19.90.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
Catch every moment of the State of Origin action live and loud at The Beach Hotel Broadbeach, where wall-to-wall screens, a massive big screen and ice-cold beers set the scene for the ultimate game-night atmosphere. With rivalry at its peak and big-screen energy from kick-off to full-time, this Broadbeach fave is a winning choice for footy fans.
Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Catch all the State of Origin action live and loud at Mermaid Beach Tavern, where ice-cold schooners, big game energy and plenty of footy action make for the ultimate midweek outing. Grab the crew, settle in and cheer on every try at this local fave.
Where: 2500 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Burleigh Bears Leagues Club is serving up the ultimate State of Origin game-day experience, with every match showing across multiple big screens in the Sports Bar. Round up your mates and tackle the $40 NRL Footy Feast for 2 – any two pizzas plus a mega jug of beer – while soaking up all the action, cold beers and unbeatable footy atmosphere.
Where: 80 Pacific Avenue, Miami
Burleigh Town Hotel is serving up every State of Origin game on the big screen, with chef specials, footy tossing comps and jersey giveaways across the entire series. Make any purchase during the game for the chance to win a State of Origin jersey, then settle in, cheer loud and get ready to yell QUEENSLANDER!
Where: Tsipura Drive, Burleigh Heads
Currumbin RSL is the perfect spot for southern Gold Coasters to catch every moment of the State of Origin series, with big screens, a buzzing Sports Bar atmosphere and plenty happening across all three games. Members can enjoy complimentary half-time snacks and score the chance to win prizes by purchasing a Beer of the Month schooner from 5pm on game nights.
Where: 165 Duringan Street, Currumbin
The Coolangatta Hotel is bringing the ultimate State of Origin atmosphere, with face painters, giveaways, doubles from 3pm and all the game-day energy you could ask for. Fuel up with the $22 Origin Special – chicken tenders, chips, house-made ranch and a schooner of Cooly Draught – before the rivalry kicks off at 8pm and the battle begins.
Where: The Strand, Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Words by Belinda Symons
Nobby’s Beach Surf Club joins The Bears Group.
One of the Gold Coast’s most beloved beachfront institutions has officially paddled into a fresh new chapter, with Nobby’s Beach Surf Club joining forces with The Bears Group, the legends behind Burleigh Leagues Club, Burleigh Sports Club, and Burleigh Bears. Translation? Same iconic surf club, now backed by local hospitality heroes.
You heard it here first: a meeting of Gold Coast greats! On one side, Nobby’s SLSC, holding down the coastline since 1954. On the other, The Bears Group, known for rejuvenating those local Burleigh venues we all know and love. Together the partnership promises renewed strength, sustainability and a future that honours the past while levelling things up a little.
In simple terms, Nobby’s Surf Life Saving Club continues its long-standing mission on the beach, while The Bears Group takes the reins on the supporters club side, bringing refreshed menus, bars, bistros and gaming.
But wait, there’s more! While we won’t spill all the beans just yet, major renovations are coming in 2027, with plans to modernise the venue and upgrade facilities, ensuring Nobby’s Beach Surf Club remains a welcoming, community-first club for decades to come.
Now, onto the all-important matter of food. The refreshed menu keeps those classic surf club comforts while weaving in modern touches. Take, for example, the Stone & Wood battered Lobster Tacos – soft shell tacos loaded with battered lobster, baby gem, and sriracha mayo. They’re generous, indulgent, and an undisputed headliner.
Beyond tacos, the menu is stacked with familiar favourites, crowd-pleasers, and easygoing plates designed for grazing with a cold beer, crisp wine, or something a little more celebratory from the bar. Next to your classics, they’ve got dishes like grilled Byron Bay Haloumi with truffle honey and roasted dukkah, Vego Power Bowls, Caramelised Pumpkin Pasta Napoletana, and Toasted Olive Oil Crostini with roasted dukkah and whipped hummus.
Not a member yet? Here’s why you should be. The new partnership brings bigger rewards, including a multi-venue rewards program, more dining and hospitality experiences, and more ways to earn, enjoy, and feel part of the Nobby’s community. In addition, current members who hold a valid Nobby’s Beach Surf Club membership card will be gifted a FREE five year club membership to The Bears Group.
If it’s been a while since your last visit, here’s your friendly re-introduction: Nobby’s Beach Surf Club is now open seven days a week, trading daily from 10am-10pm. Pop in for live music every Sunday from 2pm-5pm, or get your Friday fix with meat and seafood tray raffles drawn at 6.30pm.
Same beachfront views. Same community heart. A few new tricks up its sleeve. Nobby’s Beach Surf Club is officially back in play, and this time, it’s running with the Bears.
Where: 25 Albatross Ave, Mermaid Beach
When: 10am–10pm daily
Instagram: @nobbyssurfclub
Website: Nobby’s Beach Surf Club
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
STORY SPONSORED BY THE BEARS GROUP
Where sports fanatics unite!
Picture this: the game’s on, your crew’s assembled, the beer is icy cold, and the only thing louder than the crowd is your mate who suddenly thinks he’s the coach. Anything less than this elite setup? Unacceptable. But finding the ultimate spot to soak up the action – one with massive screens, solid feeds, and an atmosphere that screams game on – isn’t always an easy feat.
Luckily, we’ve done the legwork (no pre-game warm-ups required) and rounded up the best sports bars on the Gold Coast. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a casual observer, or just here for the snacks, these Gold Coast sports bars (listed north to south for your convenience) have you covered. Now, go forth and cheer responsibly – or, you know, as loudly as possible.
Hope Island Tavern
This coastal-cool tavern has had a massive glow-up, and sports fans, you’re going to love this one. The brand-new sports bar is stacked with mega screens, TAB access, and an ice-cold beer lineup that’ll keep your thirst quenched from the first whistle to the final siren.
Not just a sports haven, this revamped spot also brings next-level pub bites (hello, Prawn & Bug Rolls and Salsiccia Pizza) and a lush beer garden perfect for pre-game pints or post-match celebrations. Add in a pool table, air hockey, and weekly entertainment, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate sports, sips, and good vibes HQ.
Where: 93 Broadwater Ave, Hope Island
Crafty’s Sports Bar
Shopping and sports? An unexpected MVP combo. Smack bang in Harbour Town, Crafty’s lets you mix and match – stock up on the essentials, then settle in for some top-tier craft beers and next-level eats while you catch the action. Or, better yet, let your partner hit the stores while you lock in for the game. Win-win.
Where: Harbour Town Eats – 147/189 Brisbane Road, Biggera Waters
Ashmore Tavern
If you haven’t checked out Ashmore Tavern’s $5 million glow-up, now’s the time. With a revamped sports bar (hello, sleek screens and balcony views), daily live sports, and a lineup of delicious eats, this place is serving up the action in serious style.
Where: 161 Cotlew Street, Ashmore
The Cavill Hotel
When it comes to bigger is better, The Cavill delivers – literally. With one of the biggest screens in Surfers, this is the place to park up, grab a drink, and catch every second of the action in all its larger-than-life glory. Bonus points for booking a table so you can cheer on your team in style.
Where: 46 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise
The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines
This place is a game-changer – literally. Sitting pretty on the most iconic corner in Surfers, The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines is a state-of-the-art sports mecca, boasting wrap-around digital screens, a killer menu, and an on-site microbrewery. Oh, and the city’s largest circular island bar, so you’ll never be more than a few steps away from your next cold one. Game on.
Where: Cnr Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
Broadbeach Tavern
Broadbeach Tavern is a coastal icon and your go-to for catching all the live sports action. Whether you’re watching the footy, cricket, or the latest game, the Sports Bar has you covered with huge screens showing every play, goal, and try. Catch all the sports action on the big screens or relax on the spacious deck with a drink in hand, enjoying the sunshine and ocean breeze.
Where: The Oasis, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
The Beach Hotel Broadbeach
Fat Freddy’s may be gone, but what has replaced it? A revamped, reimagined, and ridiculously good sports bar that blends beachy vibes with big screens. The Beach Hotel Broadbeach has more screens than ever, so you won’t miss a second of the action. With wall-to-wall TVs in the Public Bar, a breezy Beer Garden, and a menu that’s part pub grub, part chef-hatted magic, this spot delivers top-tier viewing, top-tier bites, and top-tier vibes. Game on.
Where: 50 Surf Parade, Broadbeach
Sports Bar at The Star Gold Coast
If sports bars had a podium, this one would be standing front and centre, medal gleaming. With 23 massive screens, private booths (yes, you can pre-book them like a VIP), and a huge 10.5-metre mega-screen, the Sports Bar at The Star Gold Coast is where legends are made – on and off the field. Add in the iciest beers and a smorgasbord of top-notch food options, and you’ve got yourself a championship-level experience.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Main Gaming Floor, 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill
When it comes to knowing what sports fans want, The Sporting Globe has it down to a fine art – and a nationwide lineup of venues to prove it. Expect wall-to-wall screens, daily food specials, and an electric atmosphere that rivals the final seconds of a tied game. Heading to a Gold Coast Titans match at Cbus Stadium? These legends will shuttle you there and back, so you can focus on celebrating (or commiserating) properly. Now that’s a game plan we can get behind.
Where: The Promenade, Robina Town Centre, Robina
Burleigh Bears Leagues Club
Can’t make it to the big game in person? No worries! Burleigh Bears Leagues Club is your ultimate sports haven on the Gold Coast. Whether you’re in the Lounge or the Sports Bar, this place has it all – big screens, a relaxed atmosphere, and the best spot to catch every moment of the game. With cold beers flowing and friendly staff making sure you’re looked after, it’s no surprise that this spot is a top pick for sports fans.
Where: 80 Pacific Avenue, Miami
Burleigh Town Hotel
Burleigh Town Hotel isn’t just playing the game – it’s winning it. Home to an 11-metre mega-screen (the biggest pub screen in the southern hemisphere, no less), this place is an absolute showstopper. Add in a suspended cylinder screen so you can see the action from every angle, plus a sleek new bistro for pre-game feasting, and you’ve got yourself a spectator’s paradise.
Where: Tsipura Drive, Burleigh Heads
Coolangatta Hotel
On the southern end of the Coast, The Coolangatta Hotel is the prime location to catch any sporting activities and be assured of a buoyant and passionate atmosphere. Pair it with a splash and lounge on one of Coolangatta’s famous golden beaches, and then be sure to stick around for the post-game live music, and you are onto a hole in one.
Where: Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Words by Belinda Symons
