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Castaway Coffee Bar

Ocean Meriton G1/84 The, 86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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Ocean Meriton G1/84 The, 86 Esplanade, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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0755511434
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Castaway Coffee Bar

Perched directly on The Esplanade, this sun-sheltered open-air cafe delivers morning beach breezes and serious barista craft. Holiday mornings run smoothly here—regular flat whites dissolve the sugar right, while the bar turns out dark iced chocolate topped with strawberry cold foam. Breakfast plates arrive fresh and generous, from rich croissant eggs benedict to Turkish eggs and cinni scroll hotcakes. Upstairs hotel guests skip the counter line entirely with remote room ordering and text alerts when takeaway is up, making beachside caffeine runs effortless.

  • Direct Room SMS Ordering: Features in-room ordering for tower guests with text updates once takeaway cups and toasties are ready at the counter.
  • Custom Brews & Cold Foam: Pours specialty dark iced chocolate finished with strawberry cold foam alongside house cold brews and espresso.
  • Beachfront Esplanade Seating: Sun-sheltered outdoor benches face straight out across Surfers Paradise beach for watching waves roll in.
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Why Choose Castaway Coffee Bar

Why travelers and locals make Castaway Coffee Bar their go-to Surfers Paradise morning destination.

  • Specialty Coffee & Crafted Beverages

    Baristas prepare espresso with meticulous care and offer specialized beverages including dark iced chocolate with strawberry cold foam and cold brew.

    I kept ordering the dark iced chocolate with strawberry cold foam and a shot of espresso and it was SO SO SO good every time.

    roxanne

  • Artisan Beachfront Breakfast Dishes

    Fresh breakfast dishes like croissant eggs benedict and breakfast burritos are thoughtfully prepared with fresh ingredients and artful presentation.

    Everything we ordered was delicious, from the drinks to every dish on the table.

    Manuela Bedoya Montoya

  • Frictionless In-Room Ordering & Pickup

    Guests staying overhead at the Meriton can place orders remotely from their rooms and get notified by SMS once items are ready for pickup.

    love that we can order from our room and receive a text when it’s ready!

    Holli-rose Gorter

  • Convenient Beachfront Hotel Base

    Positioned on the ground floor of accommodation along The Esplanade, visitors can seamlessly grab morning coffee right downstairs.

    We were so happy to discover this café downstairs from our hotel!

    Katrina Reed

  • Sun-Sheltered Open-Air Ocean Atmosphere

    An open-air cafe setting provides sun shelter while catching ocean breezes directly across from Surfers Paradise beach.

    The open air atmosphere provides a great sun sheltered place while still enjoying the sea breeze

    Alex Bahouth

  • Panoramic Surfers Paradise Beach Views

    Outdoor beach benches and relaxed beachside seating create a scenic vantage point to look out over the sand and waves.

    Plenty of indoor seating and beautiful benches looking at the beach views.

    Eddie

Barista-crafted morning meals and beachfront favorites

  • breakfast burrito

    We tried the breakfast burrito, which was packed with flavor and fresh ingredients

    Manuela Bedoya Montoya

  • croissant eggs benedict

    the croissant eggs benedict, which was simply outstanding—crispy, buttery, and perfectly complemented by the eggs and sauce.

    Manuela Bedoya Montoya

  • Turkish eggs

    Highly recommend the Turkish eggs! Extremely satisfying!

    Alex Bahouth

  • Cinni scroll hotcakes

    Ordered Cinni scroll hotcakes & my beautiful gf got the steakhouse scramble.

    Nick Boswell

Other favorites

Handcrafted specialty beverages and cold drink favorites

  • dark iced chocolate with strawberry cold foam

    I kept ordering the dark iced chocolate with strawberry cold foam and a shot of espresso and it was SO SO SO good every time.

    roxanne

  • hot chocolate

    The hot chocolate was rich and perfectly balanced

    Manuela Bedoya Montoya

  • cold brew coffee

    They have cold brew coffee here which is a relative rarity!

    Alex Bahouth

  • banana matcha

    Banana matcha is a must try

    Alexis Ramirez

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and tailored hospitality that elevate morning beachside visits

  • In-Room Ordering with Ready Text Alerts

    Guests staying overhead can place takeaway orders straight from their rooms and get a text notification as soon as their breakfast and coffee are ready for collection.

  • Dedicated Dark Chocolate & Cold Foam Customizations

    Beverage options include dedicated dark chocolate alongside traditional milk chocolate, with specialty touches such as strawberry cold foam toppers.

  • Personalised Babycinos for Kids

    Little ones receive specially tailored, personalised babycinos crafted just for them during morning family breakfast visits.

  • Thoughtful Preparation Details

    Baristas pay mindful attention to detail when preparing morning beverages, such as stirring in sugar so it fully dissolves rather than leaving it sitting at the base.

Before you head over

Practical tips for smooth ordering and beachfront dining

  • Order Ahead by Text

    Guests staying in the suites above can skip the busy morning counter line by placing an order directly from their room to receive a text when it is ready for collection.

  • Scan the QR Code Menu

    For a broader selection beyond standard counter items, check the digital QR code menu to explore extended breakfast options, specialty cold brew, and dark chocolate builds.

  • Plan Around Peak Morning Crowds

    Peak morning rushes often bring queues outside; arrive earlier or grab a bench facing the beach to relax under shelter while taking in the sea breeze.

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