Cafe Catalina

Cafe Catalina sits beside the Broadwater Parklands in Southport, offering a waterfront setting for relaxed meals and drinks on the Gold Coast. The restaurant takes a casual approach to dining, with service extending from breakfast through to lunch, afternoon tapas and dinner on selected evenings.

The menu is shaped around local seafood and seasonal produce, with options covering several parts of the day. Breakfast provides an early dining choice, while lunch and dinner offer a broader restaurant experience. The afternoon tapas service suits smaller plates and shared dining, creating a flexible option for a light meal or an accompaniment to drinks.

Drinks are a central part of the venue's character. Cafe Catalina has a tequila-focused bar with bottles sourced from around the world, alongside a wider drinks menu. The waterfront position and chilled atmosphere make the venue suitable for a morning meal, an afternoon stop or a longer evening gathering.

Seating includes an undercover alfresco area, allowing diners to stay close to the Broadwater while remaining sheltered. Well-behaved pets are permitted in this outdoor area, although dogs are not allowed in the indoor dining room. The setting also works for casual celebrations, group meals and relaxed social occasions.

Cafe Catalina caters for private functions, weddings and events, with a range of spaces available for different gatherings. The combination of waterfront surroundings, flexible meal periods and a drinks-led atmosphere gives the venue broad appeal for couples, families, groups and event hosts seeking an informal dining setting.

Located at Broadwater Parklands, the restaurant is accessible by car, with paid parking available beside the venue. Walk-in dining is accepted, although reservations are recommended for meals. Waterside tables are allocated according to availability, group size and the order of bookings on the day.