Must-see nightlife in Sunshine Coast

  • Land & Sea Brewery

    Noosa

    Noosa's first microbrewery fills an impressive warehouse space in Noosaville's industrial area (ring about its courtesy bus). The brews are balanced, easy…

  • Village Bicycle

    Noosa

    Splashed with street art, Village Bicycle is a convivial, indie-spirited space, packed nightly with loyal regulars here to knock back beers (mainstream as…

  • Clandestino Roasters

    Noosa

    It might be off the tourist radar, but this cavernous warehouse and micro-roaster on the outskirts of Noosa packs in hipsters, surfers and suits, all here…

  • Moffat Beach Brewing Company

    Sunshine Coast

    This award-winning microbrewery offers a rotating cast of house brews on tap, from a cult-status double IPA Iggy Hop to a vanilla latte stout. There's a…

  • Brouhaha Brewery

    Sunshine Coast

    This hip microbrewery has established itself as one of the region's best. Its rotating brews include IPAs, stouts, saisons and sours, some made with local…

  • Frank & Lotti

    Sunshine Coast

    This easy-to-miss wine bar and merchant, adorned with mismatched vintage chandeliers, has a sharp, Italian-focused wine list that revels in fresh,…

  • Kiki Bar & Eatery

    Sunshine Coast

    Palm-print wallpaper and herringbone carpet set a striking scene at Kiki. Casual yet sophisticated, its wines include less obvious offerings, whether it…

  • Wax Buildup

    Sunshine Coast

    Musician Mark Grounds and award-winning barista Cara Madden combine their passions at this neighbourly record store-meets-coffee shop. Slurp a brew and…

  • Taps@Mooloolaba

    Sunshine Coast

    A beer fiend's nirvana, loud, buzzing Taps lets you pull your own beers. It may sound gimmicky, but it's serious business: there are almost 30 taps…

  • Water Pistols Surfboard Studio

    Noosa

    Designer furniture and surfboards hung on butchery-like hooks set a striking scene at this cafe–surfboard studio hybrid. Decent coffee aside, libations…

  • SolBar

    Sunshine Coast

    SolBar is a godsend for city-starved indie fans, with a constantly surprising line-up taking to the stage (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), plus budding…

  • Miss Moneypenny's

    Noosa

    Award-winning Miss Moneypenny's sets a sophisticated scene for languid toasts. Well-crafted cocktails fall into numerous categories, from Seasonals and…

  • Costa Noosa

    Sunshine Coast

    Kick back on the wooden outdoor deck and slurp on some of the Sunshine Coast's best coffee at this local espresso bar and microroastery. Choose from two…

  • 10 Toes Brewery

    Sunshine Coast

    Simple, unfussy 10 Toes is part of the microbrewery tsunami that has hit Queensland's southeast. With engineer-turned-brewer Rupert Hall at the helm, the…

  • Mooloolaba SLSC

    Sunshine Coast

    Mooloolaba’s surf club serves up ocean views, craft as well as mainstream beers and live music (Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons). All-day…

  • Pallet Espresso Bar

    Sunshine Coast

    You'll find (upcycled) pallets here, along with chatty locals, a communal table and a couple of soccer balls, in case you feel the urge to have a kick on…

  • Lamkin Lane Espresso Bar

    Sunshine Coast

    The hearts of coffee snobs sing at minimalist Lamkin Lane, where affable baristas like nothing more than chatting about their two speciality blends and…

  • Bistro C

    Noosa

    This ever-attractive spot keeps long hours and the location, on the beach, is superb for a relaxing experience from coffee to cocktail. While it functions…

  • 26 Degrees

    Sunshine Coast

    Referencing both the average temperature in Caloundra and the town's degree of latitude, this sneaky, poolside bar hidden away inside the Rumba Resort is…

  • Little Cove Coffee Co

    Noosa

    Worn timber tables, mounted surfboards and a shaded wooden deck give Little Cove a rustic look and a free-spirited vibe. Choose from a number of house…

  • Marble Bar Bistro

    Sunshine Coast

    Kick back in a cushioned lounge or perch at one of the concrete bar tables at this sheltered, al-fresco bar. Bites include tapas ($10 to $20) and pizzas (…

  • Noosa Yacht & Rowing Club

    Noosa

    Everything you'd expect from a yacht club: refreshing booze, water views and sociable salts. Especially worth a visit for a sunset toast.

  • Sandbar Associates

    Noosa

    A simple little coffee kiosk by the river, complete with wooden deck and coffee beans roasted by the owner. If you need to cool down, order the coconut…

  • Lot 104

    Sunshine Coast

    Although it serves globally inspired dishes (mains $25 to $34), Lot 104 is best for an evening tipple. Head in for a glass of vino, or imaginative…

  • Kings Beach Tavern

    Sunshine Coast

    Beer! Bistro meals! The decor is mod-soulless, but the pub does host local live music acts, usually on Sunday afternoons from 2pm.