Finn McCool's Surfers Paradise

In the heart of Surfers Paradise, Finn McCool's brings the craic to the Gold Coast with a spirited blend of traditional Irish charm and easy-going Australian warmth. Lively music, a full glass, and warm company set the tone, while quirky décor and cosy booth seating invite long, laughter-filled sessions that feel as comforting as a fireside chat.

The kitchen leans into hearty, homespun fare with broad, crowd-pleasing appeal. Think chicken parmi and fish and chips done right, a proper Sunday roast worth lingering over, and pub staples like bangers and mash with proper gravy or a nostalgic pub-style chicken curry with basmati rice. Burgers arrive stacked and satisfying, from Angus beef to honey-glazed fried chicken, while rustic oval pizzas nod to the pub’s playful streak — Napoli sauce underpinning lamb with chips and garlic sauce, or even a cheeky chicken curry pizza. Sweet moments follow with walnut-loaded chocolate brownie or cinnamon-dusted apple pie bites draped in salted caramel.

Heralded by locals as home to one of the best pub feeds on the Coast, Finn McCool's is as welcoming as it is lively; a place where conversation hums and plates return empty. Gather the gang, pull up a stool, and settle in for a proper good time — the craic is calling, so answer with an appetite.