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We had breakfast at the Surfers Paradise Beach Cafe, and it was absolutely delicious! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The ambiance was interesting with the birds wanting to participate in our eating experience. It is a gorgeous spot by the ocean. The service was friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. I recommend stopping by for a meal if you’re in the area! Say Hi to the bin chicken!
Had breakfast, nothing special about the service, but i admire the staff seems to always try outfast the birds from snatching leftovers (which seems to cause a potential mess and danger to other customers).
Good overseeing the beach, undercover area.
Foods were good, just a normal breakfast, nothing too special, nothing wrong either.
Like dining with seagulls? Please improve here, very disappointed. So, let’s break it down…

Atmosphere: **
Sunday night, beach front dining. We found a 7 seat high (bar) table, which was very cramped and felt uncomfortable. Additionally, the tables seemed over compressed and hard to negotiate if you needed to walk around. Inside the venue was better presented but also look very unused considering it’s the Gold Coast. As the open area is shared with 3 other restaurants the customer experience feels very flat.

Customer Service: **
I give this rating as constructional feedback.
You were understaffed tonight, with delays on the food - additionally a mushroom sauce was missing from the rump steak order, notified immediately at the bar and it took almost 10 minutes to get it out to us.
Staff were friendly and doing the best they could but it felt poorly organised with tables going un-bussed for some time. This allowed for seagulls to fly in, land on the tables and start eating the left over food. This is a serious hygiene issue - more attention here should be given. The whole area should be netted from guards to the roadside ceiling.

Food (why we are here): ***
Order Chicken Parmigiana & Beef Brisket Burger (chef special)
Chicken Parmigiana: Napoli sauce was really flat in flavour, I suspect that not enough sauce was used. The chicken was good thick portion though, juicy and tasty. Salad seemed thrown together, but the chips were excellent!
Beef Brisket Burger: brisket was melt in your mouth texture, but sriracha sauce was lacking in hot spice flavour, was rather mild for me, the size of the burger was perfect, larger then your normal burger, overall a tasty good size burger only, no chips which was an extra cost.

Overall: **

I believe there are some serious issues that need to be addressed with the service, food and atmosphere of this restaurant and also the outside dining area in general across all of these restaurants. I highly encourage you to look into this.
At first I was shocked to pay for a $22 burger, alone with no fries... But WOW! The biggest chicken schnitzel burger I've ever seen. Worth the money! Food was quickly served and fresh. My husband had the burger with the lot with a side of sweet potato fries, there was so many fries to share with three of us. Delicious! Our friend from Mexico wanted to try the barramundi fish. She was sooo happy! She said compliments to the chef. 🙏🏼😊. This restaurant is worth going too, as you have the beautiful view of the beach 🏖️
Had lunch at Beach Cafe recently, and the food was fantastic! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy a meal by the water with some really great options on the menu.

That said, the service was quite slow. The staff were friendly, but it took a while for our food to arrive, even though it wasn’t too busy. If you’re not in a rush, it’s still a nice place to relax and enjoy the view.

I’d definitely come back for the food, but hopefully, next time the service is a bit faster!
The location was welcoming, and the service and food were excellent. Please use the QR code to place your order. I find this setup convenient, although it may not offer traditional table service like some negative 1-star reviews 😁
Hang over feed incoming

Very delicious , we couldn't get through it. Eggs were slightly too runny for me, but I didn't have the option to choose eggs via QR Code.

Other than that food was great and customer service 10/10.
We had a family breakfast here. Service was good and the food was good too. Great atmosphere and location in surfer paradise
Shuhua Mai
at 2024 May 24
Shuhua Mai
at 2024 May 24
Usually I don't take any pictures when I eat out at the restaurant . but this time I paused and captured the moment this
masterpiece of dishes we ordered today at the table. (As the photos I been posted )If you haven't yet experienced the wonder go to 116
Flinders St, Adelaide SA 5000 MAKAN restaurant to get yourselves down to and discover there the foods how delicious and art of dish ed .
Honestly, all we ordered the foods are tasty and would be a great addition to the permanent menu, come and try it, you will love it and will also demand that it becomes a fixture on the food offering at
Cypher Punk
at 2023 Nov 28
Cypher Punk
at 2023 Nov 28
Yes it's a little rough around the edges, but it's a cheap drink, and you are made to feel comfortable. I sit on the balcony enjoy a cigar and a couple of beers, it's great to escape the crowds every now and then.

Update: I just heard this place is closed forever. Another great bar leaves Adelaide. Adelaide is now becoming like other capital cities, it's lacking variety, and all the bars are looking the same. I once loved Adelaide, now I avoid it.
Mark Lothian
at 2023 Nov 17
Mark Lothian
at 2023 Nov 17
Too anyone thinking of going with the gang at Apache Charters. I highly recommend it to everyone. The boat is a beast, the cooking is exceptional, the deckee is all over it, the captain certainly knows what he is doing. We went up to the montees probably on the wrong moon phase, the wrong time of the year and had very challenging weather and swells but the guys went hard,above and beyond, made it a very memorable trip in deed. You never stopped trying and we came home with the goods and some awesome memories in the end Thanking you APACHE CHARTERS. Will be planning another with you very soon. 😁🙏💜.
Harley Speight
at 2023 Sep 17
Harley Speight
at 2023 Sep 17
Absolutely hands down best charter experience!!! If you are searching for the ultimate fishing experience the. this is it!!

The crew were fantastic there knowledge, experience and skills were second to none, they really went above and beyond to cater and look after us.

All 12 of us had the ultimate fishing trip with many life long memories made, and we caught our limit and were able to return home with a full Esky of fresh fillets.!

Will be returning again for a trip next year that's forsure!!!

Thanks so much Apache! From the first instance to the end you have really been amazing 💯
Rob Clayson
at 2023 Sep 10
Rob Clayson
at 2023 Sep 10
Great location for a function. Drink prices reasonable.
Anthony Mania
at 2023 Jul 27
Anthony Mania
at 2023 Jul 27
Went to the Monties with these guys and just WOW! Amazing fishing! All 12 of us bagged out with a huge mixed range of fillets. Food and service were spot on, and I was even more impressed with the ability to change up plans to avoid a bit of bad weather but still maximizing fishing time. Will be going back with these guys again for sure!
Cassandra Rowe
at 2022 Dec 22
Cassandra Rowe
at 2022 Dec 22
Awesome night with 50 people on board, recommend to all. Great BBQ dinner and drinks. Thanks you guys the service was also outstanding🌹
Active Games
at 2022 May 25
Active Games
at 2022 May 25
Did a Shark Bay Charter and enjoyed it thoroughly. Can't speak highly enough of Mat and the crew. Excellent food and heaps of fish! Been with quite a few other charter companies at Abrolhos and Monties, but Apache seem to tick all the boxes.
Edison Cole
at 2021 Jul 09
Edison Cole
at 2021 Jul 09
Just had my birthday party at Second Floor Lounge. Great staff and good price for drinks!
Thank you for being very patient and helpful with me to reschedule the date in short time due to restrictions.
Good staff, quality products. Great location and venue. A bar should have more than 10 shot glasses. Waiting for others to finish Thier shots and for the staff to wash them so people can order shots isn't professional or a good experience for the consumer. The bathrooms need serious attention and a good clean. I would go back again but these easily fixable items will improve consumer experiences and generate more income.
Henry Neville
at 2019 Sep 24
Henry Neville
at 2019 Sep 24
Montebello Islands Fishing Charter.
If you are looking for a “bucket list” fishing trip, then I cannot recommend enough, Apache Charters and their “live aboard 6 night charter” to the Montebello Islands, leaving from either Onslow or Exmouth.
Their huge 65ft vessel “Lady Grace” is perfectly kitted out for an extended charter with several sleeping areas / bunks on deck, with more bunks on the flybridge and cabins below deck with ample room to spare for a group of 10-12 people along with the 3-man crew.
Male and female toilets / showers with plenty of hot water allow for a clean-up every night after a hard day reeling in fish.
Coral Trout, Spangled Emperor, Blue Bone (Tuskfish), Red Emperor, Long Nose Emperor, Spanish Mackerel, Rankin Cod, various Reds and the occasional Sailfish / Tuna are all on offer as well as a few surprises at some of the drops.
With the added bonus of seeing lots of Whales breaching, Dolphins, Sea Snakes, Turtles, Sharks and awesome scenery, this is a truly amazing trip.
On a day off from fishing (weather dependent and to give the arms a rest) we did some sight-seeing, snorkelling, swimming in the perfectly clear, sheltered bays and view the interesting history of the “Monties” using the large tender.
We relaxed at night catching a few squid behind the boat while enjoying an ice cold beer and feasting on the freshest seafood tucker you can get. Take your own playlist on your phone / thumb drive if you wish.
The fresh air and physical workout from the fishing ensures sleeping isn’t too difficult.
The crew of Matt (Skipper), Mark (5 Star Chef / Deckie) and “Nice One” Gary (Super Deckie) ensured the trip was safe, enjoyable, interesting, informative and last but no means least, about catching (and eating) fish.
Perfect!
Thanks again to Matt, Mark and Gary.
Dave Roberts
at 2019 Jul 19
Dave Roberts
at 2019 Jul 19
Great for private functions. Staff are very helpful and cooperative. Drinks are very resonably priced and for private function can be subsidised with a large range of drinks on offer. Platters can also be provided.
Probably the best value function room in the City. When hiring you also get use of the on site projector, microphone, music system and you can also access the outdoor balcony area.
Rhys Moult
at 2018 Nov 15
Rhys Moult
at 2018 Nov 15
Best happy hour in Adelaide with $5 beers, spirits and wines. The grassy balcony and grungy furniture add up to make this the ultimate in cosy, low rent socialising. The carpet staircase is the stuff of nightmares for anyone with a sore leg or worse but it’s ok for those that like a kitsch little joint.
Richard Cranium
at 2018 Oct 29
Richard Cranium
at 2018 Oct 29
I had the pleasure of joining Matt, Jack, and Mark on a recent trip to Montebellos islands after experience with the charter group in Fremantle and the Abrolhos islands.
My high hopes were not disappointed, and the trip lived up to nearly every expectation I had, with the only exception being the windy weather- the only thing out of anyone's hands.
To his credit, Matt was quick to come up with other options for the days when the wind was up which kept us all happy and amused while keeping safety a priority. He put us on the fish, and worked hard to make sure everyone enjoyed their time and their catch, which was always handled quickly and professionally by the crew.
Jack did an excellent job with all things deck related, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things fishing, jigging, trolling and knots. Nothing was too much effort and he happily helped us all out with whatever was needed.
Mark kept us all well fed and a little spoiled in my opinion, with no shortage of delicious meals each morning, noon, and night, along with sashimi, pickled fish dishes and platters each day during "happy hour".
Along with the guys on the boat, Michelle in the office is an absolute credit to the team and deserves a special mention. Booking was easy, no fuss and a she is pleasure to deal with. Michelle also assisted with a few special requests along with transfers which made everything so much easier.
I have no hesitation in recommending these guys to anyone who wants a fantastic all around experience. Thanks guys, great job!
Tony (Carbs)
at 2017 Jul 02
Tony (Carbs)
at 2017 Jul 02
This place is like your mate's shed, cheap beers, simple decorations... but great service and a chill vibe. Recently started doing authentic Asian lunches which are awesome value. I'll be here as often as time permits!
Glenn McCarthy
at 2017 Feb 14
Glenn McCarthy
at 2017 Feb 14
Perfect day for fishing leaving from Fremantle unfortunately that's as good as it got. Spent more time travelling from spot to spot looking for fish than we did fishing and when we did find a spot where the fish were biting and where most of the 8 fish were caught between 13 people (3 of those by one fisho) the skipper Phil decided that was not good and up we up rods again and moved on to another spot where the fish were not biting.

Highlight of the day was the service from the deckhand and his hamburgers!

I would not recommend this fishing charter out of Fremantle to anyone. They maybe better at it when they travel north.

Glenn
Rachel Tindall
at 2016 Apr 25
Rachel Tindall
at 2016 Apr 25
Partystar helped me to organize a party for my wedding anniversary. I do not know many venues in Melbourne therefore being able to browse so many on one site was invaluable! The site was user friendly and I was able to compare and contrast different venues at ease. I made a booking, which was very easily done, and party star staff followed up immediately when the venue didn't respond within the stated time frame. I highly recommend this site to help with any party planning you have to do!
Nat King
at 2015 Nov 30
Nat King
at 2015 Nov 30
Party star was really helpful in finding a great venue for my 40th birthday. It had lots of helpful information. For some reason the venue I ended up choosing didn't come up in my original search, but then I found it and am so glad I did. I really liked having the venue info on hand, it saved lots of time.
Morgan P
at 2015 Oct 22
Morgan P
at 2015 Oct 22
I highly recommend party star to anyone hosting any kind of event, they are polite, professional and organised. They provided a lot of advice and knowledge that was helpful. I am thrilled with the service I received for my 21st birthday party and I will be using partystar for all my future events.
Melissa Luu
at 2015 Sep 15
Melissa Luu
at 2015 Sep 15
Partystar has been an absolute life saver for me when I was looking for venues. All venues are on one page and it is extremely easy to browse through the categories. It's free and easy to use. When a venue did not get back to me, I contacted partystar and they replied to me within 24 hours!

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Kelly Blachi
at 2015 Aug 23
Kelly Blachi
at 2015 Aug 23
This service was really easy to use and there was a great selection of venues to choose from, that caters for all different requirements!
The level of communication and follow up was excellent and their dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction is fantastic!
Will continue using this service for all functions and events and will recommend to friends!
Gail Hunter
at 2015 Aug 11
Gail Hunter
at 2015 Aug 11
Partystar is a very professional and respectable company that provides great information for those looking to hire a venue. Excellent customer service as well! We used Partystar for my partner's 25h birthday and couldn't be more satisfied. Thank you for your help!
Pichook
at 2015 Aug 10
Pichook
at 2015 Aug 10
Party star provide a great range of venues which enabled me to consider different locations with different prices.i was also able to compare the services each venue provided. The level of communication in order to pick the right venue and check to see whether or not i was satisfied with the services was great.
Chi-Wai Kou
at 2015 Feb 16
Chi-Wai Kou
at 2015 Feb 16
Partystar offers a comprehensive service with an extensive list of participating venues. The website is easy to use with an intuitive filtering option which allows you to see the specifics of each venue and what they have to offer. As a medium between venue and consumer, this is probably one of the most quintessential tools in party organisation.

However, if you run into complications, Partystar can take a while to respond depending on the activeness of the venues. The response time can be quicker; but that being said, Partystar does handle complaints for you and is generally a good service which is gaining momentum.
Great free service. Highly recommended.