The Holliday. Coffee

2251 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia
$$$ cafe
(92 Reviews)
Price Range $1–20

If you're on the hunt for a quintessential cafe experience along the Gold Coast, look no further than The Holliday, nestled at 2251 Gold Coast Hwy in Mermaid Beach. This vibrant hotspot not only serves up a selection of delectable bites but also features what many customers have hailed as the best coffee on the Gold Coast.

The atmosphere here is inviting and friendly, making it the perfect spot to unwind with friends, reflect on your day, or simply savor some quality downtime. With its laid-back vibe, The Holliday captures the essence of casual Australian cafe culture, where the coffee is strong, the service is commendable, and the customers always leave happy.

Food enthusiasts will revel in The Holliday’s thoughtfully curated menu. The standout offerings include their mouth-watering jaffles with choices like the Three Cheeses and the irresistible Leg Ham & Cheese, both priced around A$9.50. For a touch of sweetness, don’t miss the Banana & Nutella jaffle—it's a delightful treat for those looking to indulge. The cafe also serves up a variety of croissants that have received glowing reviews. Customers rave about the flaky, buttery delight of both the plain and the leg ham & cheese options.

Breakfast lovers can graze on their unique sourdough options, which include inventive combinations like Avo, Chilli Flakes & Chives and Ricotta, Banana & Honey. The flavor profiles are not just made for filling you up; they are crafted to tantalize your taste buds, creating a dining experience that is both fulfilling and memorable.

But don't just take our word for it. Customers have expressed a consistent appreciation for The Holliday's offerings. Kaitlin Russell notes it's home to "the best coffee on the GC" and commends the "great vibe" coupled with friendly staff. Franky Tong, another satisfied patron, emphasizes that their ham and cheese croissant paired with a flat white was not only visually appealing but delicious. It’s experiences like these that have led people to rank The Holliday among their favorite places to grab a coffee on the Gold Coast.

Whether you find yourself in this bustling area for a quick coffee break, or you're looking to enjoy a leisurely brunch, The Holliday promises a delightful experience from start to finish. Be prepared for a bit of a wait during busy hours; however, as numerous reviews indicate, the delicious coffee and satisfying food are always worth it. Swing by and discover your new favorite local café!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair accessible entrance
Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
Service options
Onsite services available
Offers takeout
Serves dine-in
No delivery
Highlights
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Popular for lunch
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Popular with tourists
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Usually plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Tuesday

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Wednesday

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Thursday

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Friday

5:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Saturday

5:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Sunday

5:30 AM - 12:30 PM

92 Reviews
Kaitlin Russell

29 Sep 2025

Best coffee on the GC and the best price. Great vibe. The almond and regular croissant are definitely better than most I found in the area. The staff are lovely as well. It gets really busy so you can wait a bit for a coffee but it's always worth it!

Franky Tong

09 Sep 2025

Ordered a ham and cheese croissant and a mug of flat white. Food didn't just look great, tasted great too! Should have taken a photo before I finished it all! Coffee was also spot on! Easily one of the best I've had on the Gold Coast!

Food Fantasia_

05 Sep 2025

Leg Ham & Cheese Jaffle ($9.5) Sourdough Crumpet with Honeycomb Macadamia Butter ($8) Flat White ($6) Cappuccino ($6) Iced Matcha ($7.2) 9.5/10 Tucked away in a side street in Mermaid Beach, @ serves up tasty quick bites and quality coffee. We dropped by on a busy Sunday morning and the place was packed- a promising sign. Luckily, we scored a spot outside because we had the pup with us. I decided to go halves in the ham and cheese jaffle and crumpet with honeycomb macadamia butter. Everything came out quickly despite the rush, which was impressive. The matcha had a great strength and was delicious on a hot morning in the sun. Both coffees were properly hot which was good (because lukewarm is the worst). The jaffle was so tasty with perfectly toasted butter bread and filled with thick-cut leg ham and a generous amount of oozy cheese. Prices were very good and they didn’t have a surcharge on Sunday which was AMAZING. Loved the overall vibe, food, and drinks definitely made it worth the visit. Will be back.

Explore Places

22 Aug 2025

The crumpet looked naughty but was so healthy tasting and had the perfect amount of macadamia butter. Coffee was strong and delicious. Crazy busy place with lots of yummy options.

Charlotte Boxall

21 Aug 2025

Easily one of my fave cafe spots on the Gold Coast. I love the ease of this place; seating, menu, ordering. The food is so yum and well priced and the staff are always friendly too. Thanks guys, keep it up

Catie Norton (catie)

05 Aug 2025

Fantastic food, always friendly service despite how busy it is. Great vibe always. Love the ham and cheese croissant, crumpets and the matcha!

Beth Burnes

23 Jun 2025

Such a cute cafe! Service was super friendly & personable! Went a few times this week and tried the avo chilli flake crumpet, acai bowl and the vegemite & cheese jaffle (my personal fave!) Food was yum & reasonably priced, iced latte was strong aswell :) If i lived here it would be a go to for sure!

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