They say there is nothing fried chicken cannot make better and we are certainly inclined to agree. Who are they you ask? Southport’s newest eatery 2 Bros of course.

Having opened late last month, the fried chicken connoisseurs have already gained a loyal following of chicken lovers and it’s not hard to see why, they are indeed serving up some of the best fried chicken around.

Found on the corner of Ferry Road and Meron Street, 2 Bros is a brightly coloured space all yellows and blues with a big old sign adorning one wall that reads “We don’t CLUCK around” and we can confirm, that is correct.

When it comes to all things fried chicken, these guys know what’s up.

The menu is absolutely packed with lip-smacking eats from burgers to wings and whole chickens should you be the hungriest person on the Coast and let’s dive into the menu because we know you’re dying to find out.

To start with, there are wings and you may choose to snack on 5, 9 or 13 of them. They range from original to scorching hot so choose your own adventure there.

There’s a bigger bites section with Big Wings, a Half Bird, the Whole Damn Bird, Hot Chicken & Waffles (YUM), the Bros Bucket and the Bros Box and it’s all chickeny goodness so you can’t go wrong.

When it comes to burgers there’s plenty of choices; The Original for example comes with crispy friend, chicken, lettuce, American cheese, B&B pickles and 2 Bros special sauce and The Boss comes with all of that plus Nashville Spiced Sauce and Ranch Dressing.

You can also opt for a Cowboy with Angus Beef, the Big Bro Wrap or the 2 Bros Vegan Burger. So many to try.

To sip, we are very happy to announce that there are the most delicious shakes in flavours like Birthday Cake, Oreo Cookie Mint, Salted Caramel and Nutella. Send help.

The team at 2 Bros source local ingredients wherever possible and use antibiotic and hormone-free chicken of the highest quality.

Sounds like all of that really could make things better don’t you think Gold Coasters?

Head on up to Southport and see for yourself.

LOCATION: 8b/61-73 Meron Street, Southport
HOURS: TBC

Words by Kirra Smith. Photos supplied.

We’ve never met a burger we didn’t like. Okay, maybe that’s a bit dramatic, but we’ve never met a burger from this list that we didn’t love. The humble burger has reached new heights thanks to these Gold Coast hospo legends putting new twists of the classic favourite. And what’s not to love? They’re reliable, damn tasty and the ultimate all-rounder.

Think you’re not a burger lover? Well, we challenge you not to be after eating your way through this epicness. Already converted? Thank us later because your tastebuds will never be the same after these bad boys. To us, every day is burger day – so we’ve pulled together a list of the 13 best burger joints for you to eat your way through. So cheers to the GOAT dish and one of our favourite menu items and prepare to loosen those belts people!

Paloma Wine Bar
It’s one of Burleigh’s favourite local haunts for their huge wine range, next-level cocktails and steak frites, but have you tried the Paloma Cheeseburger? The burger itself is pretty large and in charge for a humble cheeseburger, plus it’s paired with their signature fries – name a more iconic duo. They’re available exclusively on Wednesdays to help you wine-down on hump day and for $14, you’d be losing money not treating yourself #girlmath.
Where: 1/12 James St, Burleigh Heads

Two Yolks
Burgers and Burleigh apparently go hand in hand! Two Yolks are home to potentially one of the broadest burger ranges, you can literally treat yourself to a toasty bun for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The Triple B is a solid (literally) starter to your day with Bangalow free range bacon, pork sausage plus a heap more with… wait for it… tater tots as a sneaky side. Feeling like something a little more classic? Well the options are (almost) endless with spicy fried chicken all the way through to a Mexican moment.
Where: 13 Connor St, Burleigh Heads

Betty’s Burgers
We don’t make this claim lightly, but there is quite literally a burger for everyone here. Vegan? No problem. Don’t make friends with gluten? Say less. These guys clearly take their burgers seriously because Betty’s have a huge 15 different burgers to choose from, your biggest problem will be narrowing it down to just one. The best problem to have if we do say so ourselves. Need some inspo? We can’t go past the Betty’s Deluxe or Shroom Burger. Perfect for refuelling post retail therapy.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Robina Town Centre and Chevron Renaissance Shopping Centre

Burgster
With a name like Burgster, it’s only natural they deliver the goods in the burger department. It’s absolutely one of the best burger joints on the Gold Coast so it’s well worth returning to eat your way through each and every options. Now, while you might’ve come for the burgers you seriously need to stay for the tempura oyster, brie bites and margs. A match made in burger heaven.
Where: Shop 2 & 3, 4-10 Philippine Parade, Palm Beach

Wahlburgers
Our favourite movie star Mark Wahlburg and his brothers certainly know what’s up when it comes down to a burger of great proportions. Wahlburgers first Queensland store located at the beach end of the newly renovated Paradise Centre always deliver on big burgers with big flavour. Rock up with the crew after some time on the beach and tuck into a BBQ Bacon Burger (which is brother Donnie’s choice) with a beef patty, tasty cheese, bacon, fresh jalapenos, BBQ sauce and avo spread – the perfect combo with all of your favourites on one delicious burger.  Pro tip: level it up with the famous Fried Pickles to start with and thank us later.
Where: Paradise Centre, 2 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise

Easy Street Diner
Blink and you might miss this beauty along the Gold Coast Hwy, so keep your eye peeled! What these guys knock out of their kitchen will have you coming back time after time. Menu items such as Jalapeño Bites, Pickle Poppers and their infamous Pork Belly Nuggets are absolute crowd-pleasers. But who are we to take the shine off their fantastic lineup of burgers, Give us the Royale with Cheese all the way!
Where: 12/2563 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach

Ze Pickle
This Burleigh Heads corner spot is the very essence of lazy, street-side eating. Swing in when you clock off on Friday, grab one of their 12 craft beers on tap — and relax. Next, seize a menu and struggle to decide which of the next-level burgers you’re set on. The imagination that goes into their selection of burgers is top-notch, with examples like the Baja Fish Taco Burger and Southern Hick Chicken Burger; you’ll not just be wowed with flavour but the menu names also!
Where: 37 Connor Street, Burleigh Heads

Palm Springs
You’ve seen it all over your ‘gram, so if you haven’t been to Palm Springs then where have you been? It’s one of our fav spots to sit back and soak up the Gold Coast vibes, pat all of the pups and of course, tuck into a delish burger. They’ve got four mouth-watering options all served on a classic milk bun, from your classic Bacon & Egg or Fried Hot Chicken Burger choices or if you’re a bit fancy, the Truffle Burger is an all-round favourite.
Where: 1878 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads

TGI Fridays
Looking for a place where it’s always Friday and if this isn’t a rhetorical question…?! Add all American juicy handcrafted burgers, plenty of beer on tap and drinks that are always a’flowin and you’ve just described TGI FRIDAYS!
Where: Robina Town Centre, Robina and Paradise Centre, 2 Cavill Avenue, Surfers Paradise

Apres Surf
It’s become an institution for a reason. They’ve got sweet deals on the menu pretty much every day, but there’s pretty much no better way to finish your Monday with a cheesy b – am I right? The crew at Apres Surf are serving up their iconic cheeseburgers each and every Monday for just $6.50, so you can afford to treat yourself to more than one or a cheeky beer if you’re in the mood. The definition of cheap AND cheerful.
Where: Shop 1/1837 Gold Coast Hwy, Burleigh Heads

Eddie’s Grub House
This rock and roll infused dive bar delivers teenage kicks and appealing burger action unapologetically to Coolangatta. As far south as you can go before stepping over the street and into New South Wales, the venue is a ‘pull up a stool and sink a few bevvies’ kind of hangout. Ideal if you find yourself needing a refreshment between happenings at Cooly Rocks On. In the realm of burgers, these guys bring out revolving weekly specials with all the best music genre names you can think of. Delicious and always a good time. We strongly suggest you swing by Eddie’s and let your hair down!
Where: 171 Griffith Street, Coolangatta 

Luckie’s Diner – The Collective
It’s always cheat day at Luckie’s Diner, one of The Collective’s fave eats offerings! Their American-style menu with an edge never disappoints and their Royale with Cheese Burger featuring beef, cheese, special sauce, lettuce, tomato and pickles served with fries and ketchup will have you coming back for more. We love that there’s an Aussie Aussie Aussie Burger with grilled pineapple, beetroot and egg, because we don’t see this on menus enough these days. Also an honourable mention to the Pork Belly Nuggets served with maple dipping sauce too, a real winner at this local’s haunt.
Where: The Collective, 1128 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach

Longboards Laidback Eatery and Bar
If you happen to bring your very best hunger game with you to Longboards, you won’t be disappointed. Seventeen handcrafted burgers on offer, including Beach Cheeseburger, the Vegetarian G-Banger, and the Mona Lisa, which arrives towering with wagyu beef patty, crispy bacon, melted brie cheese, garlic-butter mushrooms, caramelised onion, lettuce, tomato, and truffle aioli. Over the top? Maybe just a bit – but we aren’t judging! One of the best burger joints on the Gold Coast? Absolutely!
Where: Q1 Resort & Spa, Corner of Hamilton Avenue &, Northcliffe Terrace, Surfers Paradise

As complex as life can be, sometimes it’s the simplest things we end up enjoying the most. Often great food around good company goes hand in hand, right? Taking this ethos and running with it to an all-time high is Burleigh’s newest and most likely tastiest new addition — Freddy’s Chicken Shop.

Wandering the chic streets of Burleigh on any given day, as you scope out the boutique shops, meet friends for coffee, or seek some shade after an epic session at the beach often means you’ll be looking for something tasty to eat. And this is precisely what the owners here had in mind when they first thought up the concept.

Bringing Freddy’s to life are the owners of the Burleigh Pavilion, and they know all too well how this much-loved suburb is famed for its casual just off the beach vibe and playful lifestyle. Last year when things got a little strange in our lives, you may remember the introduction of the cutest looking vintage caravan out the front of the Pavilion selling coffee, breads, and baked treats. This is where the seed was sown. It didn’t take the lads long to connect the dots and realise Burleigh was missing an epic no-nonsense chicken shop with great quality fast food — that at the same time isn’t hugely unhealthy. After all, this may sound like a revelation, but fast food doesn’t need to cost you your health!

Taking up a prominent space on the corner of James and Connor streets, this breezy and whitewashed space is your new favourite lunchtime hangout. With copious amounts of window seating available, the wrap-around counter houses an array of freshly made salads and hot treats which you can easily choose your size of helping — ideal for taking back to the office or a sneaky accompaniment to an evening meal at home.

The mainstay of the menu is — you guessed it — chicken. But not just any chook will do. Freddy’s is big on ensuring their food is memorable for all the right reasons with chicken sourced from a free-range producer in the Noosa Hinterland. Believe us, great quality chickens like these cook easier, requires less seasoning, and to top it off, are utterly delicious.

Besides a collection of drool-worthy burgers such as The Freddy’s, which consists of grilled chicken breast, a selection of salads, aioli, and their very own comeback sauce, you’ll have the choice of handmade rolls and the option of grabbing yourself quarter and half chickens with a serving of their own chips. Gravy and chicken salt are naturally offered for your pleasure! — Winner Winner, Chicken Dinner!

In the drinks section, Freddy’s is whipping up a small list of made-on-the-spot milkshakes, stocking a great selection of soft drinks, and we are told in time will be serving alcohol — patience now!

Since opening, the shop has been a roaring success. With the venue excited to see people have caught on to the essence of grabbing their food at Freddy’s and then taking it away to a beautiful outside space to enjoy — because whether it’s the beach, a park, or creek, let’s face it, we have a few to choose from around Burleigh Heads.

Hours: Every day 11am — late
Where: 19 Connor Street, Burleigh Heads

Words by Alex Mitcheson.