URBAN foodstore brings ‘foodvenience’ to the Gold Coast.
URBAN foodstore brings ‘foodvenience’ to the Gold Coast.
Broadbeach is absolutely bursting with new goodness of late – a new look, new entertainment precinct and of course new eateries are opening left, right and centre, giving us all a whole lot more reasons to spend time in the beachside suburb.
The latest newbie on the radar is URBAN foodstore, a café slash marketplace on Surf Pde, under the Phoenician serving up a packed menu bursting with nourishing, healthy eats that’ll make you glow from the inside out. Plus of course a few “naughty” things thrown in for good measure.
URBAN foodstore is the work of Geliana and Scot Graham, who spent months researching international venues and trends to find the perfect balance between food for now and food for later (their motto and a movement we are 100% behind).
The space is decked out primarily with high ceilings, wood, stone and black accents to create a modern, natural vibe and the addition of a neon sign reading ‘Live Consciously’ to set the perfect scene. At the back, a little marketplace stocks KeepCups, healthy teas, protein-filled snacks, lollies and Tim Tams (there’s the balance), so you can pop in for a tasty breakfast and take a few extra goodies home with you too.
The idea behind the combined café and marketplace is ‘foodvenience’ a term the Graham’s have coined for the space that focuses on offering food that is fresh, delicious, balanced, sustainable while also being as convenient as possible (beause ain’t nobody got time for that).
The menu is based around feel-good eats for both breakfast and lunch and it’s filled with traditional favourites made extra flavoursome and extra good for you.
The Smashed Avo is an extra special treat served on sourdough with feta, housemade dukkah (so yummy) and fresh rocket dressed with herbed olive oil and lemon juice and it’s probably the tastiest of it’s kind we’ve ever tried.
There are also morning time dishes like Urban Buckwheat Pancakes, the Urban Big Brekky Bowl and French Toast and each has a sweet little spin that you’ll definitely love.
Lunchtime offers dishes like the Signature Buddha Bowl with avocado, quinoa, broccoli, carrot, red cabbage sweet potato and spinach with Chef’s special dressing and we suggest you add grilled chicken too.
There’s also a Crispy Chicken and Haloumi Burger that’s an absolute delight and the Winter Warmer Chargrilled Vegetable and Haloumi (we love haloumi) Stack is one you won’t want to miss.
To drink, there’s Allpress coffee, organic kombucha on tap, nitro coffee, smoothies and a combination of vegan coconut soft serve and kombucha that’s a healthy take on a spider and our new favourite sip.
Basically URBAN foodstore is the perfect mix of fresh, healthy eat in and takeaway food with vegetarian and vegan options plus a few little treats that’ll make your inner child happy.
Pop in for some nourishing goodies, your body will certainly thank you for it.
LOCATION: 90 Surf Pde, Broadbeach
HOURS: 6.30am until 3pm daily
Words and photos by Kirra Smith
The Groundwater Country Music Festival is up us and our beloved Broadbeach is set to be one hectic hive of activity.
As you’d well know, dancing up a storm makes you hungry and thus, here we have a list of 8 beaut restaurants in the main Broadbeach precinct.
Harajuku Gyoza
A Japanese beer stadium and gyoza bar with plenty of good vibes. Choose from lots of gyoza varieties or a bigger meal if you’re extra hungry. Or both. Harajuku Gyoza is perfect for a quick tasty meal on the go with plenty of people watching opps.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre Mall, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
Elk Espresso
Home of some of the most epic, Insta-worthy breakfasts on the Gold Coast, Elk Espresso is a must visit. The Breakfast Gnocchi is where it’s at.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre Mall, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
Mamasan Kitchen and Bar
It’s modern Asian dining offering Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, and Thai dishes with a modern twist and it’s all absolutely delicious. As are the cocktails.
Where: The Oracle, Oracle Blvd, Broadbeach
Bavarian Bier Café
Mmm bier. This German gem is always a good time and with traditional food and quite the array of biers, you best pop it on your list.
Where: The Oracle, Oracle Blvd, Broadbeach
Nahm Kitchen & Bar
The newest eatery on the scene is Nahm Kitchen & Bar at the Oasis Shopping Centre. Serving up some of the tastiest Thai food we’ve ever experienced, the crew is all about authentic eats with an Aussie twist. They’re contemporary, flavourful and paired perfectly with the venues carefully curated wine list. We absolutely loved the Three Flavours Crispy Fish with Barramundi fillets, lychee, pineapple, three flavours chilli sauce and coriander. YUM.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre, Broadbeach
The Loose Moose
This speak easy style establishment is a whiskey bar slash eatery offering some of the tastiest southern eats around. The Loose Moose does tasty hot dogs, buffalo wings, loaded fries, it’s all good.
Where: The Oasis Shopping Centre Mall, Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
Rivea Italian
Having recently relocated to Surf Pde, Rivea Italian is already a firm favourite. They’ve got all your authentic Italian needs covered. It’s absolutely incredible food from some of the best in the biz.
Where: 89 Surf Pde, Broadbeach
Social Eating House + Bar
Absolutely next-level eats, Social Eating House is one of the best there is. It’s casual fine dining with share plates the name of the game. They’re all taste sensations.
Where: The Oracle, Oracle Blvd, Broadbeach
Kurrawa Surf Club
With 180-degree ocean views and a huge menu filled with all the old faithfuls, the brand new Kurrawa Surf Club is a must-visit. There’s very cold beer there too.
Where: Old Burleigh Rd, Broadbeach
Words by Kirra Smith
