Canteen Kitchen + Bar

Great location just across the road from the beach with friendly service, great selection of cocktails and plenty of options on the menu. They also have happy hour drink and food specials, which we couldn't resist a couple of cocktails and snacks. Highly recommend if in the area.

The most amazing place to stop for a while. Beautiful music, the performers were wonderful. The staff were attentive and the food was truly exceptional. Nothing was too much trouble. Highly recommend happy hour 🤗 highlight of our stray at Coolum 🍾🥂💖

Canteen Bar and Grill, a lovely outdoor venue overlooking the Coolum surf. The dog-friendly environment, great selection of beers, and refreshing cocktails provided the perfect ambiance for a late afternoon drinks session. Shari, our pup, became an instant hit with the friendly staff. With ocean views and the fresh sea breeze the amazing brunch options are the perfect way to start your day.

Canteen Kitchen + Bar offers a delightful fusion dining experience with a stunning view, perfect for those seeking dairy-free options and unique flavours. Highlights include the Ginger Prawn Dumplings with Chili & Garlic Edamame. Equally enticing is the Lemon Miso Marinated Chicken Breast in Yellow Coconut Curry, presenting flavors that cater to varied palates. Don't miss the standout Black Vinegar Anise Caramel Pork Collar paired with Nashi & Papaya Salad and Coconut Rice, a bold and flavorful dairy-free choice. The restaurant's tranquil ambiance and attentive service ensure a memorable dining experience for all. Highly recommend this place and looking forward to visit again 10/10

My friends and I had a great time at canteen kitchen+bar. The food is AMAZING, the cocktails, especially Lychee strawberry mojito is the best one. Cléber service was so nice to us and gave us really good recommendations about food and drinks. I highly recommend it.

We are here at Canteen enjoying happy hour from 3-5.30. We recommend the chicken wings and the spring rolls. COCKTAILS - Ginger Mo and chilli margarita

**Canteen Coolum: A Disappointing Experience** My recent visit to Canteen Coolum was nothing short of a disaster. From the moment we walked in, the wait staff were rude and showed no interest in providing any degree of customer service. For starters, I had the dumplings, which were served with whole edamame. I had to pick them up with my fingers to eat, which was quite inconvenient. My partner had the spring rolls, but the sauce was so spicy that it was inedible. My friend ordered the scallop, and to our surprise, it was just one scallop for an entree. How ridiculous! For the main course, I ordered a steak, requesting it to be medium rare. However, it came out well done and was cut into thin slices. It was evident that the chef knew it was overcooked but still decided to serve it. My friend had the garlic prawn spaghetti, which was incredibly bland and lacked any flavor. We expressed our dissatisfaction to the manager, but he showed no concern or willingness to address our issues. Overall, I would never recommend this restaurant to anyone, as they clearly have no idea about food or service.

We love coming here. Such a lovely experience with Olivia and Shaela always making us always feel so welcome. Beautiful personalities, great cocktails and amazing food. The acoustic music in the background, the waves crashing on the beach. What more could you want. Thank you Olivia and Shaela

The service was friendly, the atmosphere was ambient and the ocean breeze was wonderful on a warm night. The food was amazing, I had crispy pork belly with Asian salad and Coconut rice. The only issue I found was that the rice was glugy but apart from that a lovely evening. Recommend if your up that way

Really solid food for a beachside cafe. I've been here for breakfast and lunch; both were great. For breakfast, I had a Reuben with sides of potato hash and poached egg. The egg was perfect, and the Reuben was delicious as well. For lunch, I had the whiting fish and chips. While the fish was a touch thin, the battering and frying were perfect. Both times, I also had espresso, which was carefully made with good-quality beans. What isn't so great: The $10 happy hour drink specials are on the watery side and made without fresh ingredients (e.g. sour mix). Between major meals, there is a really limited menu. The service can also be spotty then.

What a fantastic little place. We came here the first time for a light meal and cocktails. AMAZING! Their beers were great, cocktails fantastic to the point my wife wants to recreate them back home and the food was brilliant. The duck pancakes and the papadums were incredible and the slow cooked spare rib - can't believe I am going to say this - were as good as many places in the USA!!!!! We returned the next day for breakfast and the coffee juices were amazing. The place is bustling and it is easy to see why - great food and service, nice view and and good atmosphere. If you are staying nearby or you are just around for the day this is well worth a visit!

The food was nice and service was good, however, my husband ordered the barramundi and it was an extremely small serving, half the size of my palm, the smallest serving I have ever seen. The food was tasty but very small servings. I don't recommend dessert, the cheesecake tasted like a slab of cream cheese, the sticky date was glued together, and the pana cotta tasted like cocoa - the ice cream served with each dish was nice. Overall a nice restaurant but we left a little hungry.

Recently renovated with a contemporary black, wood and conrete finish. Breakfast was delicious, i had the crispy bacon and eggs, my mate had the eggs benny (highly recommend). Coffee was strong and tasty. Service was quick and polite. Overall atmosphere is ok, quiet enough for a good catchup conversation. 4.5/5 stars for me.

The service here is always great but the food has been terrible every time. I have been for breakfast and dinner a few times with no luck. Great spot for a drink or coffee maybe but avoid if you are hungry.