Guidebook for Coolum Beach
Essentials
Local supermarket - also Newsagent, Post Office, Banks, Chemist, 7 Day Doctors
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Coles Coolum
19 Birtwill StreetLocal supermarket - also Newsagent, Post Office, Banks, Chemist, 7 Day Doctors
Woolworths Coolum
21 S Coolum RdFavourite Restaurants
Some of our favourite local restaurants and a couple a little further away if you feel like a day out of town
The Caf
21 Birtwill StGreat Cafe within an easy walk, open Breakfast and lunch
This shop specializes in mainly Raw Organic Vegan, great coffee and yummy cakes and treats. Also organic juices and much more. Different meals daily for breakfast and lunch.
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New Earth cafe
Birtwill StreetThis shop specializes in mainly Raw Organic Vegan, great coffee and yummy cakes and treats. Also organic juices and much more. Different meals daily for breakfast and lunch.
This is like the local convenience store which stocks an extensive range of quality food (much is sourced locally), groceries, books and gift ware. This place is definitely worth a visit.
It is located opposite the Surf Club a short walk from our apartment.
They also serve great organic coffee and teas etc.
Every Friday morning 7-9 some local musicians known as “The Shoplifters” gather together to entertain everyone having their morning coffee. The “round table” is where the locals gather but visitors are always welcome.
The Shop @ Coolum - foodstore
1784 David Low WayThis is like the local convenience store which stocks an extensive range of quality food (much is sourced locally), groceries, books and gift ware. This place is definitely worth a visit.
It is located opposite the Surf Club a short walk from our apartment.
They also serve great organic coffee and teas etc.
Every Friday morning 7-9 some local musicians known as “The Shoplifters” gather together to entertain everyone having their morning coffee. The “round table” is where the locals gather but visitors are always welcome.
This restaurant is a favourite with local and tourists alike.
The setting is unique. Located in a rainforest setting, next to a beautiful lake, complete with Water Lillies and if you are lucky you can spot a water dragon or 2 who live there.
The food is also quite unique. A strong Thai theme, but extraordinary dishes mixing flavours like we have never seen before.
This place isn't cheap but extremely popular so wise to book. If you are celebrating a special occasion or just want a fabulous night to remember, we highly recommend.
They also run a cooking school which is a fun day, learning how to cook their glorious meals and then eat too!
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The Spirit House Restaurant
20 Ninderry RdThis restaurant is a favourite with local and tourists alike.
The setting is unique. Located in a rainforest setting, next to a beautiful lake, complete with Water Lillies and if you are lucky you can spot a water dragon or 2 who live there.
The food is also quite unique. A strong Thai theme, but extraordinary dishes mixing flavours like we have never seen before.
This place isn't cheap but extremely popular so wise to book. If you are celebrating a special occasion or just want a fabulous night to remember, we highly recommend.
They also run a cooking school which is a fun day, learning how to cook their glorious meals and then eat too!
Our favourite local Thai restaurant. An easy walk from home (right opposite the Surf Club) and the food is really good authentic Thai. The staff are friendly and the menu caters for all tastes including Vegan and Vegetarian. Licenced with a reasonable wine list, beer and cocktails. This place is usually busy so it is wise to book in advance if possible. Open for both lunch and dinner 7 days.
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Hot Chilli Bean Thai Cafe
1776-1784 David Low WayOur favourite local Thai restaurant. An easy walk from home (right opposite the Surf Club) and the food is really good authentic Thai. The staff are friendly and the menu caters for all tastes including Vegan and Vegetarian. Licenced with a reasonable wine list, beer and cocktails. This place is usually busy so it is wise to book in advance if possible. Open for both lunch and dinner 7 days.
Mr Mancino
1806 David Low WayLocated a little out of Montville. Very beautiful setting by a lake. The place has many interesting wood carvings and artwork from local artisans.
The food is good too and reasonable prices!
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Secrets on the Lake
207 Narrows RdLocated a little out of Montville. Very beautiful setting by a lake. The place has many interesting wood carvings and artwork from local artisans.
The food is good too and reasonable prices!
Shopping
Dan Murphy's Coolum
3 Margaret StBottle shop
Drinks & Nightlife
Its a club so its club food and busy but sometimes have good music
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Coolum Surf Club
1775-1779 David Low WayIts a club so its club food and busy but sometimes have good music
Meals are quite good. Nice atmosphere. Live music on weekends.
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Coolum Beach Hotel
David Low WayMeals are quite good. Nice atmosphere. Live music on weekends.
Parks & Nature
Noosa National Park Carpark
60-62 Park RdGood walking tracks
Mount Coolum
Nice walk to the top and great view.
Nice walk up the boardwalk from near the Surf Club........nice views. We sometimes see Whales in winter and the occasional Dolphin or Turtle
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Point Perry
1686-1688 David Low WayNice walk up the boardwalk from near the Surf Club........nice views. We sometimes see Whales in winter and the occasional Dolphin or Turtle
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