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As the waves crash on the beach, the sunlight glistens over the iconic Surfers Paradise shoreline; relax and unwind at Elston. With a delectable, holistic and rustic menu, Elston will excite your senses. Open morning, noon and night, we combine a wine bar dining experience with deli freshness and an urban eatery twist. While the sunsets and Surfers Paradise skyline lights up, enjoy life's simple pleasures with a social beverage and a mouthwatering meal at Elston.
PRICE RANGE
AU$6 - AU$37
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
CUISINES
Cafe, Australian
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Wine and Beer, Waterfront, Beach, Dog Friendly, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

We had breakfast at Elston. This is one of many restaurants where you scan a QR code located at your table, with your phone, to see and order off their menu. However, depending on how busy it is, it may be better for you to...go up to the counter, to place your order. We ordered Bacon, Egg, Cheese on a Roll; Açaí Bowl; Orange Juice; and Latte. We enjoyed our breakfast, our meals and beverages were delicious!More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 15 December 2023 via mobile

Two drinks ordered and two cages from the fridge. Banana bread - requested cold, was heated. Cheesecake - requested no cream, loaded with cream. One coffee arrived - no sign of the other. Waitress says they can make it now - when my partner had...finished . No thanks. If you can’t get it right the first time - there are hundreds of other eateries that can.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 19 October 2023

Best coffee we found in Surfers. The only place that does a decent decaf. Nobody smiles and the vibe is flat. Dark inside. Having to say your orde 3 times gets tiring.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 24 August 2023

Over six days we were here five times, either to order takeaway coffees and cakes or to dine in for afternoon tea or dinner (twice). At all times of day or night the staff were super friendly and helpful, the portions large. We can definitely...recommend the good takeaway cappuccinos, berry cheesecake, Baci Torte, toasted/buttered banana bread, and dine in 1/2 rack of beef ribs/coleslaw/fries. Located right on the boardwalk, passing traffic on foot or on wheels provided lots of entertainment.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 30 July 2023

Not a great experience. My partner had tea and a muffin which was tasty. However, I ordered a peppermint tea and wrap and received a green tea and no wrap (after waiting 20 mins) and no apology. I was refunded for the wrap though.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 21 July 2023

Seeing the markets across the road then having dinner after. The surf vibe is amazing and we could see whales while having a cocktail and nibbles

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 30 May 2023

My sisters and I (3) were staying locally and this place and the drink and food menu both appealed. We arrived early about 4:30pm after flying in that day and made the Happy Hour time slot, so that sealed the deal! Chris and the team...were friendly and looked after us well with a tab (and some nice cocktails), a table on the sidewalk and being early we had the place to ourselves until after 6pm when others started filling the tables. Prices seemed reasonable, the food was good (two of us had the Halloumi chicken parma and another a beetroot and goats cheese salad with squid as a side dish) fresh and tasty and happy hour helped with the final bill. Although there are plenty of choices locally, I would certainly be happy to go back and try some other menu items and hospitality if in the neighbourhood again.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 29 May 2023 via mobile

Mixed experiences. Went twice this trip, very different experiences. Location excellent, view of beach. Food first time was great. Second time, it was stale (almond croissant). I had specifically asked if it was fresh today as otherwise I didn’t want it. Took one bite and...it was stale. Returned it after one bite.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 18 May 2023

Chilly night on The Esplanade & went for a walk to find a place for dinner and ended up at the Elston. Was well looked after by Meg the Lancashire Lass - she found us a table by a heater and recommended dishes to us....Hubby had Garlic/cheese bread, steak with chips & salad & I had Pumpkin soup followed by squid. Great meals, great service. This young lady needs to be sponsored to stay in Australia (take 1 off the migration list & let her stay)More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed 14 May 2023

Great prices and fantastic service thanks Dave for the amazing magic tricks!! Realy made for a great night!

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 1 May 2023

I was craving ribs for dinner and wasn't disappointed. The full rack of BBQ back ribs was the best value pork ribs I have had. Save some money compared to the chain restaurant next door! Order and pay at counter was fine with me.

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 20 April 2023 via mobile

Very attentive friendly staff without being overbearing. Meg, Emmy, Ariel, Maddison and Eduarda are an asset to the restaurant. Thanks also to the chef's. Food Shared the starter of Rib Fingers...delicious! Both had the Angus Rump steak on the specials board...excellent! Busy venue, comfortable, not...loud. Well worth a visit.More

Date of visit: April 2023
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Reviewed 24 March 2023

The whole experience has gone south with the new owners. You can definitely notice from the time you enter to the time you leave. Full table service is gone, pay once you've ordered at the bar instead of having a waitress seat you and take...your order at the table with a final bill upon completion of your visit. No water brought or offered to the table either. I also had to repeat myself numerous times to the girl at the ordering station. The food didn't arrive in a timely manner, but was at least edible and similar to before. The restaurant music is coming from a DJ booth overpowering the ambience of what used to be a chilled, relaxing, almost intimate setting... Not sure if I can continue coming back here after years of being a patron.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 4 February 2023 via mobile

Atmosphere was nice! Was busy when we arrived. Food was delicious although I found a sticker in my meal which was not supposed to be there. Was quite disappointed with this. Overall, enjoyed the night however would have preferred not to have found the sticker...in my meal.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 29 December 2022 via mobile

We visited on a busy evening and found that the staff were friendly and efficient, the food was nice and very reasonably priced.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Elston is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4