Nerang$
McDonald's Nerang
The Hinkler Drive McDonald's handles a heavy drive-thru load with mixed results. Big Macs and Quarter Pounder meals at the lowest price point in the area. Order through the app, check the bag before you leave, and you'll be fine.
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Burleigh Heads$$
Palm Springs Burleigh
Southern Californian-inspired cafe on the Gold Coast Highway with a strong aesthetic, solid chicken burger, and a dog-friendly policy that extends to snacks for the four-legged. The vibe is the draw, the food backs it up, and there's undercover parking below if you know to look for it.
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Robina$$
Robina Pavilion
Waterside pub on the Robina lake with a terrace, cold taps, and a menu wide enough for any group. The portions are solid, the setting does the heavy lifting, and Tuesday quiz nights have built a loyal local crowd.
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Mermaid Beach
Woolworths Metro Mermaid Plaza
Mermaid Plaza's car park runs on an app now, with the first hour free, and it's made this Gold Coast Highway Woolworths Metro a far more practical stop. Central enough for holiday-makers, quick enough for locals on a grocery run.
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