Whether you're a wine connoisseur, craft beer lover or perhaps prefer a cider, spirit or mead - the Sunshine Coast region has you covered with a great range of local distilleries, wineries and breweries to check out.

Yes, the Sunshine Coast has become somewhat of a haven for 'beerpreneurs' and distillers with amazing independents popping up all over the region.

Do yourself a favour, and take yourself on a Sunshine Coast “pub crawl” to try some of these:

• Flame Hill Vineyard, Montville
• Dingo Creek Vineyard, Traveston
• Sunshine Brewery, Kuluin
• Terella Brewing, North Arm
• Brouhaha Brewery, Maleny
• 10 Toes Brewery, Alexandra Headland
• 10 Toes Brewery, Buderim
• Your Mates Brewery, Warana
• Moffat Beach Brewing Co, Caloundra
• The Sunshine Coast Brewery, Kunda Park
• Sunshine Coast Cider, Kunda Park
• Amrita Park Meadery, Pinbarren
• Noosa Heads Distillery, Noosaville
• Heads of Noosa Brewing Co, Noosaville
• Land & Sea Noosa Brewing Company, Noosaville
• Copperhead Restaurant Brewery Cooroy
• Matso's Brewery Eumundi
• Coolum Beer co. Coolum

For a hassle-free experience, why not book a Sunshine Coast craft brewery tour and let someone else do the driving and planning!

Enjoy the food, wine and boutique beer scene on the Sunshine Coast and book your next Sunshine Coast Holiday with us here at Coolum at the Beach. Select from 1, 2 or 3 bedroom stylish beach apartments or 3 and 4 bedroom luxurious villas in a resort-style complex located within 50m to beautiful Coolum Beach.

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Planning a BBQ or picnic lunch can be a lot of fun, and you're in luck because Coolum has so many great spots to choose from. 

Here are some tips to ensure that your BBQ or picnic is a success:

1. Make sure to plan ahead and get all of the necessary supplies, such as food, drinks, plates and utensils.

2. Choose a great location. Make sure it has plenty of shade and seating.

• Our BBQ area is located right next to the pool, and is an ideal choice for cooking up a yummy BBQ lunch and enjoying a splash in the pool afterwards.
• If you would prefer to see more of Coolum, Tickle Park is a great option as it overlooks Coolum Beach and has everything you need for a relaxing afternoon BBQ or picnic, with family and friends.

3. Choose a variety of foods that everyone will enjoy. Think about burgers, steaks, sausages, salads, fruits and snacks.

4. Make sure you have plenty of drinks available, including water.

5. Don't forget about the little things. Paper towels, napkins and plenty of ice are all essential for a successful BBQ or picnic.

6. And of course, have fun! Enjoy the company of your friends and family and make some great memories.

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The Sunshine Coast isn't just about beautiful beaches, it's also a foodie's paradise! The region's hat-rated restaurants offer a fantastic dining experience with a diverse range of options to satisfy your palate.

For those seeking a stylish taste of the Sunshine Coast's delicious flavours, here are some of our favourite hatted restaurants that are sure to impress.

Honeysuckle Restaurant

• Honeysuckle Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with a focus on East Asian flavours, and modern technique. 

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

• Drawing inspiration from the classics of New Orleans cuisine and finished with a modern French twist, a creative menu dishes up great food in a relaxed modern dining environment.

Market Bistro

• Market Bistro offers a taste of Europe on the Sunshine Coast. The menu is a fusion of European influences, featuring dishes with a contemporary twist. Expect a diverse range of flavours, from Mediterranean to French, in a charming and intimate setting.

Bask Restaurant & Bar

• BASK is a paddock-to-plate restaurant which has recently relocated to Peregian Beach Square. Enjoy long lazy lunches, intimate dining and elegant events. Their curated wine and cocktail menu changes frequently to reflect the best of the region's produce.

Sumi Open Kitchen

• Sumi Open Kitchen is a haven for Japanese cuisine enthusiasts. This restaurant presents an authentic Japanese dining experience, with a focus on fresh sushi, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese dishes.

Enjoy the mouthwatering flavours of the Sunshine Coast dining scene and book your next Sunshine Coast Holiday with us here at Coolum at the Beach. Select from 1, 2 or 3 bedroom stylish beach apartments or 3 and 4 bedroom luxurious villas in a resort-style complex located within 50m to beautiful Coolum Beach.

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We want your Coolum beach holiday to be relaxing, rejuvenating and stress free. So to make your life a little easier, we have found the top five restaurants in and around Coolum. Make sure you check out these fabulous restaurants on your Coolum holiday.

The Caf Coolum: Currently occupying number one spot on Tripadvisor, The Caf Coolum serves up a relaxed ambience and a great cafe menu. Kick back and catch up with friends and family over a glass of wine or freshly roasted coffee at this popular spot.

My Place Restaurant Coolum: Just opposite the main beach at Coolum with stunning views of the ocean, My Place is a fine dining bistro with a mix of Italian and Mediterranean foods. Great for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. You can order any of their meals or coffees as take outs, which is great if you want to go back to your Coolum resort and dine. Or spend an evening at their bar and taste some of Coolum’s best cocktails.

Canteen Kitchen + Bar: this restaurant is located on the David Low Way just south of the Surf Club. Canteen has gentle sea breezes, views north to Noosa and a great surf break just metres away making it good for your soul as the food is for your health!

Spirit House: This award winning restaurant, located at Yandina, serves contemporary Thai Cuisine. Set in lush tropical gardens around a soothing and tranquil pond, the Spirit House menu is designed around the Asian concept of sharing – where food is shared amongst diners at a table, whether a couple, a family or a larger grouping.

Pitchfork: Situated just a short distance from Coolum is Pitchfork, an elegant restaurant serving Australian cuisine and bistro food. Situated close to the beach, the outdoor dining is both relaxing and comfortable.

Here are just a few other eateries to try while you are in Coolum:

• The Surf Club 1775 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Ma Boulange Cafe Patisserie Element on Coolum, David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Curly’s on the Boardwalk 6 Breezeway Street, Mt Coolum
• Hane Sushi Birtwill Street, Coolum Beach
• Coolum Coastal Chicken Birtwill Street, Coolum Beach
• The Coolum Social Birtwill Street, Coolum Beach
• Hot Chilli Bean Thai Cafe 1776 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Coolum Thai Spice Element on Coolum, 1812 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Tandoori Flames 11 Birtwill Street, Coolum Beach
• Bean Head Cafe 15 Healthfield Road (courtyard behind), Coolum Beach
• Estancia Maria wine bar 1806 David Low Way
• Hanimi Japanese Restaurant 1778 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Bombay Bliss 1740 David Low Way, Coolum Beach
• Coolum Beach Bowls Club Elizabeth Street, Coolum Beach
• Yiani's Greek Restaurant 7 Beach Road, Coolum Beach

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The perfect place to perch yourself for a cold drink on a hot summer day! Coolum Beach Surf Club's outdoor verandah has breath taking views of Coolum Beach towards Sunshine Beach in the north and Point Perry in the south.

Often voted as the Winner of The Best Club and Best Dining Queensland, Coolum Beach Surf Club has something for everyone. From lots of entertainment options, free raffles, gaming, live sports action in the Sports Bar, TAB facilities and a superb restaurant and cafe.

The Beachfront Restaurant serves lunch and dinner seven days a week and breakfast on Sundays only. The Surf Club is the only one in Australia that features a genuine wood fired char grill with succulent steaks cooked over an ironbark fuelled coal pit giving the steaks a sweet smoky flavour.

The Wood Fired Char Grill offers an excellent menu with a great selection of delicious summertime food, including char grilled steaks, burgers, freshly made salads, pizzas, seafood and surf club favourites. There is also an extensive snack menu, Nipper's menu and freshly brewed coffee, tea and delectable desserts.

The Club offers plenty of entertainment options with Free Trivia every Tuesday night, Bingo and Lucky Door Prize on Thursday, Free Raffle on Friday night and Live Sports in the Sports Bar every day of the week.

But the best thing about Coolum Surf Club is taking in the majestic views from the verandah late in the afternoon with any icy cold beer or chilled wine from their extensive wine list.

Coolum Beach Surf Club is located in David Low Way in the heart of Coolum Beach adjacent to Tickle Park and opposite the shops and restaurants along the main strip.

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Plan your next summer escape to beautiful Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast to the sanctuary of Coolum At The Beach. Stay in comfort and luxury of resort-style accommodation in a stylish apartment or villa with excellent facilities located opposite Coolum Beach.

The Coolum Beach Hotel is the heart of Coolum, providing a place for friends to meet, for families to relax and entertainment for all ages.

This local favourite offers a relaxed indoor and outdoor family dining area with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The bistro offers a modern menu with popular options such as steak, seafood and schnitzels. They also have a special lunch menu, seniors and kids menus. 

Breakfast is offered every Sunday morning.

As well as the children’s menu the Coolum Beach Hotel is equipped with an indoor playground and two big screens showing recently released family film. A dedicated TV monitor shows what’s going on in the play area from the bistro. 

For your Coolum entertainment and nightlife, they offer a great lineup of live music on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoon sessions featuring musicians. Plus, they host special events such as regular Trivia nights, Melbourne Cup luncheons and Christmas Day dining options. The Gaming Room includes 45 of the latest gaming machines as well as a Keno terminal.

If you are looking for somewhere to host your next event the Coolum Beach Hotel has a function space suitable for a range of social and corporate events including weddings.

The Coolum Beach Hotel is perfectly located adjacent to Coolum At The Beach resort on David Low Way, next to Dan Murphy's.

Escape to the Sunshine Coast at Coolum At The Beach offering a modern beachside resort with fully-equipped apartments and luxurious villas. The beach is at your doorstep and the resort is set amongst tropical gardens with excellent amenities.

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The hinterland township of Montville is a scenic destination boasting amazing natural wonders as well as art galleries, boutique stores and artisan products.

If you’re looking for somewhere to find a new favourite wine or liqueur to enjoy during your holiday - make award winning Castle Glen your destination when visiting beautiful Montville.

Castle Glen sells quality hand-crafted preservative-free/chemical-free table, fortified, and sparkling wines from the Castle Glen Vineyard, fruit ciders, liqueurs including world-first vegan crème liqueurs with no dairy, no fat, and no eggs!

Complimentary tasting, try before you buy – available across their unique range.

Open 7 days, 10.00am – 5.00pm. Find them at Shop 10, 171-183 Main Road, Montville QLD 4560.

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