Biscoff lovers, buckle up because this list is about to get biscrazy! From thick shakes that’ll have you dunking straight into dessert heaven to gooey cupcakes oozing with the sauce of the gods, the Gold Coast’s food scene is giving us more Biscoff than we ever dreamed possible.

Let’s unpack who’s who in the zoo when it comes to our local Biscoff boffins. Warning: side effects may include sugar highs, food comas, and an uncontrollable urge to go back for seconds.

Custard Canteen
You’ll find this little GC gem a few sandy footsteps from the iconic Tallebudgera Creek. In addition to their delish all-day brunch options, their pasties – made fresh daily on site may we add – are THE business. Biscoff buffs, grab a Twice Baked Croissant dipped in rum syrup with a centre of frangipane and Biscoff crème Pat, topped with Biscoff crumb and flaked almonds. Well worth the extra calories.
Where: 1525 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach

Pop’s Milk Bar
The iconic Aussie Milk Bar is officially back thanks to Pop’s. Serving 1950s vibes with a modern glow-up, think bright colours, service with a smile and of course, fab food – made from scratch! Speaking of fab, it’s not just the food that’ll knock your socks off, the Gelato Thickshakes lovingly blended with housemade gelato will too. Our pick? You guessed it – the Biscoff Gelato Thickshake.
Where: Southport Park Shopping Centre, 163 Ferry Road, Southport

Doughed
This gastronomic Graceland has bought all things doughy and delicious to Hope Island Marketplace. Whether you’re vibing something sweet or savoury…or both…this is your one-stop-shop. Everything on the menu will evoke your inner foodie, but let’s take a moment to shout out their NYC Biscoff Cookie. It’s so good that it often sells out (as do many of their noms) so get in early to enjoy this crowd-fave Biscoff banger!
Where: 99-103 Broadwater Avenue, Hope Island

Cheeky Waffles
If it’s orgasmically good desserts you’re after, Cheeky Waffles is here to fill that (genitalia shaped dessert) hole in your life. Yup, you read that right (insert immature but unavoidable giggle). We can’t go past the Biscoff-inspired topping that sounds so good it should no longer be considered G rated: waffle dipped in Caramilk chocolate with a crumbled Biscoff topping and gold powder. If it’s #literalfoodporn you’re after, do yourself a favour and head to Cheeky Waffles for happy endings all round.
Where: 3189 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise

Milkman’s Cookies
At Milkman’s Cookies, you can literally nab yourself a box of Biscoff infused cookie goodness by the dozen for those sugar cravings that just won’t quit. Their Biscoff White Choc creation features the Milkman’s signature cookie dough with white chocolate chips and a stuffed Biscoff cookie butter centre. Did we mention it’s topped with extra Biscoff and a lotus biscuit? #i’llbestuffed
Where: Bundall HOTA markets every Sunday

Yo-Chi
Swirling Gold Coasters into a frenzy, fro-yo fans will already be well acquainted with Yo-Chi for (soft) serving up their sweet treat fixes and resulting brain freezes – #worthit. As mega Yo-Chi fans, we hope (and pray) the warmed Biscoff topping NEVER comes off the ever-rotating options of sweet toppings.
Where: 89 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, Chevron Renaissance, 11/3240 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise, Soul Boardwalk, Shop T1.05A/4 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, Shop 1009/19 Robina Town Centre Dr, Robina and 27 Connor St, Burleigh Heads

Milky Lane
Hello? It’s the dessert/drink of our dreams calling! If the sound of a Biscoff Espresso Martini doesn’t already have you drooling, let us elaborate. We’re talking vodka, fireball, and cold drip coffee, with biscotti sauce and lotus biscuit. Yeah, we’re ded.
Where: 1/38 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise

Burleigh Gelato Co.
If you can’t cone-tain your love of gelato, we’ve got the scoop on one mash-up you don’t want to miss. Introducing the Biscoff Cookie Pie with Biscoff ice cream. No this is not a drill and yes – get into our bellies!! With more Biscoff than you can poke a stick at, this is the MVP. Tried and tested by us….on repeat.
Where: 9 Connor St, Burleigh and 3/10 Palm Beach Ave, Palm Beach

Side Piece
If you’re in the mood for non-boozy brews and chews, anyone who frequents Varsity Lakes will tell you Side Piece Coffee is the best. Overhauling their mouthwatering menu earlier this year, they’ve also introduced a new permanent staple to their treat cabinet -and we’re frothing! Do yourself a favour and scoff down a Biscoff Caramel Slice. We assure you, it might be your first but it certainly won’t be your last.
Where: 2 Capital Court, Varsity Lakes

My Favourite Baker
Planning a birthday for someone, have an event coming up, or completely forgot about a special occasion and need some ten-outta-ten cake goodness pronto? My Favourite Baker to the rescue! These guys have endless five-star reviews and can call just about every high profile biz on the GC a customer. Our pick is the Lotus Ooze Cupcakes; vanilla cupcakes with an oozing Lotus Biscoff sauce and caramel buttercream. They had us at ooze….
Where: 4/1 Inventory Court, Arundel

Paddock Bakery
Have we saved the best for last? All we can say is donut sleep on this – three words: Biscoff. Cheesecake. Doughnut. (We’ll let you be the judge.) What started as a special, was soon welcomed as a Paddock staple. A semi-sourdough doughnut dipped in a Caramel glaze, filled with a Biscoff Cheesecake filling, sprinkled with cookie crumb & a Biscoff bikkie (for dipping, obvs). We’ll take two #prettypleasewithabiscoffontop
Where: 20 Hibiscus Haven, Miami

Words by Bianca Trathen

Oh baked goods, why do you taunt us so. Taste sensations, tick. Better with butter, tick. Comforting when cold, tick, tick, tick. They’re almost too good to be true but, as demonstrated below, they are true and there are Gold Coast bakeries galore which is just fine by us.

Here’s a list of the top 16 bakeries within which you’ll find said exceptional baked treats and happy carb loading Coasties.

Custard Canteen
From 5:30am-2:30pm daily, Custard Canteen is known for cranking out absolute next-level Portuguese custard tarts, almond croissants, loaded muffins, the gooiest of cookies and various breakfast and lunch goods. Wash it all down nicely with a cup of their exceptional coffee.
Where: Tallebudgera Recreation Centre, Gold Coast Hwy, Palm Beach

The Pastry Emporium
Taking it up a notch from the good old-fashioned bakery, here you’ll find pastries baked to perfection with not a flake out of place by Adrian Graziloi. Think escargot pastries (aka, snail pastries) finished with apricot glaze, crushed pistachio and rock sugar and an array of pinky-raising single-serve cakesandtarts. The Pastry Emporium conjures up otherworldly cakes and desserts while also delivering necessities like delicious breads and coffee. If you moved in there, we wouldn’t judge you. Please invite us over.
Where: 4/28 Campbell St, Bundall

Bam Bam Bakehouse
Needing no introduction is Mermaid’s Bam Bam Bakehouse – creators of the most original baked treats the Gold Coast has ever seen and the absolute love of our lives if we’re honest. Known for creations such as Salted Caramel Eclairs and Ink Gin Choux Bomb, it’s another level of baked treat magic and everything tastes more delicious than you could possibly imagine.
Where: 2519 – 2521 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach

Paddock Bakery
Hidden amdist a little garden oasis is Paddock Bakery, a cafe/garden wonderland in Miami cranking out insane baked goods. How about a Matcha NY Baked Cheesecake? Yah. Milo Croissant Rings are also a thing and their oozing choc chip cookies are the real deal. They have an impressive and ever-changing doughnut selection, and there’s always something new to blow your dessert loving mind.
Where: 20 Hibiscus Haven, Miami

Fosters Bakery
Fosters is a Nobby’s institution that has been serving up legendary classics all day, every day, for many a year. Their pies are some of the best around; we may be known to indulge in them for breakfast, lunch and dinner for many days running. Their vanilla slice, custard tarts and doughnuts are always a good idea. It’d be wise to treat their pie and doughnut selection as a checklist to try them all.
Where: 1/2227 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach

Burleigh Baker
For the love of sourdough, this place is the goods. We’re partial to the olive sourdough because olives are life, but there are many varieties, all of which are the perfect addition to a warming soup and/or lathered with butter. Oh, and all their sourdough is of the organic and artisan varieties AND they make incredible cakes like a Raspberry and Pistachio with honey frosting and honey caramel drizzle. Two, please. Find them in Burleigh (obvs), but also Paradise Point!
Where: 13/50 James Street, Burleigh Heads and Shop 7/46 The Esplanade, Paradise Point

Fuel Bakehouse
Soooo many delicious things come out of this place you guys. We’re talking custard-filled, sprinkle-topped, meringue-crumbled, Nutella oozing (etc. etc.) doughnuts. Not just muffins, but cruffins. Your ol’reliable bacon and egg rolls, and some of the tastiest pies around town.  There are three Fuel Bakehouse locations (Currumbin, Burleigh and Cabarita), so you need not worry about missing out. And you absolutely don’t want to miss out.
Where: 44 Currumbin Creek Rd, Currumbin Waters, 39-45 Tweest Coast Rd, Cabarita and Shop 1/23 James St, Burleigh Heads

Coolangatta Pie Shop
Want to know what we pray for? Generously filled pies with flaky pastry that are available from an absolute institution 7 days a week. Turns out we don’t need to pray, as this already exists! The iconic Coolangatta Pie Shop has proudly served at the NSW and QLD border since 1964. There are also tasty sweet treats and we recommend the Macadamia Slice thingo because caramel is life.
Where: 50 Griffith St, Coolangatta

Dipcro Pastry
Dipcro (verb): means to dip a flaking-ly fabulous croissant into a silky smooth coffee. The result is usually a feeling of unadulterated pleasure. Not to state the obvious, but you find that feeling at Chevron Island’s Dipcro Pastry in endless supply. They’re a patisserie that specialises in the scrumptious art of all things pastry and puff. A Matcha Mochi Pastry Tart anyone? How about an Espresso Tiramisu Mille Feuille? Or the Hazelnut Praline Cromboloni?!! Okay, we have to stop there- we’re afraid you may die of a pastry-induced coma if we go on.
Where: 55 Thomas Dr, Chevron Island

Franquette
With a name like Franquette (pronounced Fraen-ket), a mind naturally conjures up images of all kinds of French-inspired splendour. And you’d be right on the baguette. Franquette is one of Mt Tamborine’s latest editions – a French bakery that was quickly beloved by locals and visitors alike. They’ve got more loaf varieties than you can poke a breadstick at and freshly prepared sandwiches and baguettes with THE most scrumptious fillings. Then there’s the sweet French pâtisserie- do we really need to convince you how good they are?
Where: 155 Long Road, Tamborine Mountain

Tarte Bakery + Beach House
If you reside on the Gold Coast and haven’t yet experienced, or worse, heard of Tarte Bakery (or their sister venue, Tarte Beach House), then we’ve found you at a bittersweet juncture. You get to make up for lost time! Let us enlighten you on what awaits. Cue the song: ‘Strawberries on muffins and bacon on bagels. Brown butter cookies and truffle cheese toasties. Golden croissants dipped in pistachio cream – these are a few of our favourite things (at Tarte). Thanks, Julie Andrews, for putting that so melodiously into words.
Where: 2 West Street, Burleigh Heads (Tarte Bakery) and Shop 1, 2-4 Thrower Drive, Currumbin (Tarte Beach House)

Well Bread & Pastry
If you’re looking for a down-to-earth bakery where you can grab yourself a well-poured coffee, some incredible pastries and breads and a space where you can catch up with a friend, then say hello to Well Bread & Pastry. It’s a euro-infused bakery with two locations in Palm Beach and Miami. All their sourdough is made using sustainable stone ground flour (and lots of love), and their coffee is made with Paradox beans. And just like their pies, their cabinets are always filled to the brim with drool-worthy croissants, pain au chocolats and biscuits galore. Cappuccino cheers to that!
Where: 6 Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach and 1934 Gold Coast Hwy, Miami

Bread Social
If you’re a fan of mouth-wateringly good, cooked-with-love baked treats (if you’re not, you’re lost in the wrong article), then you will have absolutely sampled the goods from The Bread Social – they’re an in-demand Northern NSW and Southern Queensland baked goods supply. If you’re visiting in person, you can find them at Tweed Heads, Byron Bay, Currumbin and the Isle of Capri. And when you are visiting, here’s your hit list: the Reuben sandwich, an extra large Custard Tart and a Cinnamon Scroll made with crème patisserie and dusted with cinnamon sugar & pinch of salt. We’ll see you rollin…out the door.
Where: 12A Bay St, Tweed Heads; 2 Queensbury Ave Currumbin Waters; 11 Ewingsdale Rd, Ewingsdale and 15-21 Via Roma Isle of Capri

Rise Bakery
Picture your next Sunday morning; a fresh spread of French pastries behold you, and mimosas (plural) are in place of your water (H2O is taking a day off). Life is splendorous. That’s Rise Bakery for you; a sanctuary where butter, sugar and flour rise together and are served in the form of lunettes, pain suisse, baguettes and croissants. Your only complication is deciding what to have next coffee or champagne? Sweet or savoury? Life’s hard…
Where: Shop C/ 4 Masthead Way, The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove

GLUTEN FREE

Sacre Coeur Pâtisserie
If you’re a big flan of baked goods, but your dietaries aren’t typically down with the likes of cakes, croissants, and flaky treats – doughnut worry! Serving a fresh-baked selection of specialty pastries, cakes, pies, coffees and more, Sacre Coeur Patisserie is a plant-based bakehouse that prides itself on a healthier approach to typical Parisian fare with a range of refined sugar-free creations. Think pistachio croissants, peanut butter caramel scrolls and Mint and Matcha New York-style cheesecake! It’s hard to imagine how such scrumptious goodies could be aftermath-free!
Where: 158 Scarborough Street, Southport

Made with Love
It’s not often that vegans and pastries can walk hand in hand, but thanks to this Southport bakery, they can finally be able to make it down the aisle together. Made with Love ( and zero harm) is a god-sent for the plant-based peeps and dietary-restricted alike. On offer are Nutella and custard-laden doughnuts, danishes that will quickly vanish, sausage rolls and ham and cheese croissants (don’t ask questions; just devour and appreciate the outright wizardry).
Where: 19 Alicia Street, Southport

Words by Chelsea Ipsen

If there’s one destination that knows fine food and booze, it’s France. The European epicentre of elegance and gastronomic greatness, who doesn’t want to eat their way through its plethora of cafes, restaurants, and bougee bistros (despite being about as fluent as a baguette).

Blessing us with croissants flakier than your ex, cheeses to make your taste buds swoon, and wines that are inspiring an influx of wannabe sommeliers, what’s not to love?

But who needs a pricey plane ticket when you can get a tantalising taste of France right here on the Gold Coast? Let’s unpack who’s who in the zoo of French cuisine in our own backyard.

Little Truffle

Mermaid’s beloved Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar is as elegant and irresistible as ever. Still dishing up the same signature cuisine that’s had the GC’s fine dining fans swooning for 15 years, this local icon brings moody Hollywood glam and jazzy sophistication to the table. It’s suave, it’s luxe, and it’s everything we want from a fancy French restaurant, with a little Gold Coast flair, of course.
Where:  2444 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach

Tarte Bakery and Tarte Beach House

With locations in bustling Burleigh Heads and cool Currumbin, this is THE place for a shut-up good French breakky, lunch, and freshly baked pastry-fix. Blending the traditions of classic French patisseries with the freshness of Australian flavours, Tarte has cultivated a reputation for its meticulously crafted tarts, decadent pastries, hand-shaped artisanal breads, and c’est magnifique menu.
Where: Tarte Bakery – 1748 Gold Coast Highway, Burleigh Heads. Tarte Beach House – 4 Thrower Drive, Currumbin

Le Café Gourmand

Southern-based Gold Coaster folk have been flocking to this French firecracker since 2014. Open for breakfast and lunch every day except Monday, on Fridays they do French din-dins like a boss (and Trip Advisor agrees). We’re talking five courses and friends, this is the real deal – stretchy pants strongly advised. Add the wine pairing and oui oiu – it’s the ultimate in French food (and sips) fabulousness.
Where: 2545 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach

Mona Lisa’s Lair

For a little slice of Paris tucked inside Miami Marketta, say bonjour to Mona Lisa’s Lair. This 18+ hidden gem is all plush velvet, moody lighting and cheeky art, serving serious romance and even more serious French fare. Think Fondue Tarte and Coq au Vin Blanc, ooh là là! Pop a bottle from their list of iconic champagne houses and you’ve got yourself the ultimate French fantasy, whether it’s date night or a private soirée.
Where: 23 Hillcrest Parade, Miami

Aux Fines Bouches

Aux Fines Bouches (pronounce oh-fin-bush) opened its doors back in 2007 and was shaped, tempered, and baked into the business it is today, fuelled by sheer passion for an authentic, fine pâtisserie. Relocating to Burleigh in 2019, all of their products are handcrafted, baked, and served with a side of love #awwww. If we must single out something, it’s gotta be the croquembouches and not just because it’s a fun word to say. Trust us and you’re welcome.
Where: 2/43 Taree Street, Burleigh Heads

Rise Bakery

If you like your croissants with a side of marina views, Rise Bakery at Sanctuary Cove is your spot. This picture-perfect pâtisserie is where it all began, bringing a slice of the South of France to the Gold Coast. Sip on espresso, savour a flaky croissant or dive into delicate French desserts, all while overlooking the waterfront. And with a champagne bar pairing bubbles with pastries? It’s très fancy, très fabulous, and très necessary.
Where: Shop C/ 4 Masthead Way, The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove

Le Bon Choix

Baking happiness since 2004, Le Bon Choix has been satisfying both sweet and savoury tooths at its eleven locations, including our beloved Pac Fair and Robina Town Centre. Savico Basset-Rouge, founder and owner of Le Bon Choix, trained under the legendary Laurent Boillon, one of the most esteemed pastry chefs in the world and, well, nuff said. Think pastries, donuts, cakes, pies, quiches, sandwiches and of course, Le Bon Choix is the ultimate breadwinner of, well, bread.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Broadbeach and Robina Town Centre, Robina

Luna’s Deli

The newest French kid on the block, Luna’s Deli is bringing buttery bliss to Coolangatta with next-level viennoiseries, deli-style focaccias and Euro-chic charm for days. Run by French-trained pastry pros, this sunny striped spot serves up everything from flaky croissants and gooey pain au chocolat to award-winning Croque Monsieurs and small-batch gelato. It’s giving pâtisserie goals without the Paris price tag, or the jet lag. Très délicieux!
Where: 7/120 Marine Parade, Coolangatta

My French Pastries

Dubbed the GC’s gateway to authentic French delights by the masses and ‘bakery people’ by their talented team members, we wholeheartedly concur. Indulge in the true art of French pastry making and treat yo-self to something genuinely exceptional. Share in the delights that have made this French force of nature a landmark for pastry lovers everywhere and if you gain a few kg, #WorthIt.
Where: 361 Robina Parkway, Robina

Le Jardin Café

If you’re on the hunt for a fabulous French café that is charming, mini-me friendly (complete with a small-person endorsed kids menu), set in a beautiful garden space, and boasting a ten-outta-ten menu, Le Jardin is a no-brainer. With coffee and nosh getting the nod from even the most discerning diner, it’s relaxed yet sophisticated – and pretty as a picture. Plus, you can bring your pooch!
Where: 13 Tedder Avenue, Main Beach

Paris-Brest French Bakery

This chic little keeper in Palmy is basically the Parisian café of your dreams. Brought to life by the man, the myth, the legend, Mr Farouk Yousfi, this is your go-to for the holy grail of French pastries. Finetuning his pastry prowess in the heart of France, Farouk’s take on authentic French baked goods is a whole lotta lurve mixed with French flour and butter. Je t’aime Paris Brest!
Where: 1073-1077 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach

Saint Marthe

Craving French flair with a mountain twist? Saint Marthe in Tamborine is the brasserie of your dreams. Run by the duo behind El Burro Cantina, it’s a cosy, chic spot inspired by their Paris days, complete with house-made charcuterie, steak frites, duck confit and even in-house pickles. The vibe is warm, the food is magnifique, and yes, your pup is welcome too.
Where: 13 Main Street, Tamborine Mountain

Franquette

Meaning ‘without any fuss’, the name Franquette is bang on the money. Tambo’s resident French bakery serves simple and unpretentious food, made on-site using sustainable flours and Aussie ingredients when possible. The result is crust what the doctor ordered, with THE most delicious artisan French carby goodness. Yes friends, Franquette is a legend in the baking. Just go.
Where: 155 Long Road, Tamborine Mountain

Words by Bianca Trathen