ELK Espresso

We did a bit of research on cafes in Broadbeach and this one kept popping up as highly recommended. If you can't get basic toast and eggs right, then there's an issue. The bread was rock like ice and the butter had fully melted to the point there was only a little residue left. Eggs were very runny too even though we asked for poached. I did give feedback to the staff and the girl who served me to her credit was extremely apologetic and offered a free coffee or for them to remake it for us to take away (we declined but appreciate her proactive offer). My oats whilst not too bad was just full of Papaya and when I asked for a little more yoghurt to offset the taste - I was told I would have to pay additional for yoghurt which is supposed to come with the dish. If it helps coffee was nice. Again, the girl who served me at the pay counter on 23/10 AM really did demonstrate customer focus on it. Very disappointing experience though overall. :(

Elk Espresso is located in the Oasis Shopping Centre, directly opposite Kurrawa Surf Club. It offers beautiful views of the parks and a refreshing breeze from the beach. The atmosphere is vibrant, dynamic, and lively and it gets really noisy and loud inside. They offer a seasonal menu for breakfast and lunch. The drinks are enjoyable, and the food is reasonably good. While this spot isn’t my first choice, I do visit occasionally. During my last visit in June, I had scrambled eggs on toast. One slice of toast was toasted, while the other was left fresh for some reason. The eggs were well-cooked. My friend’s poached eggs looked nice and runny inside, even though they were re heated, but the hollandaise sauce was bottled. My friend enjoyed her hot chocolate, which was made with real chocolate. I would rate Elk Espresso between 3.5 and 3.8 stars. Thank you. June 2025

We sat at an outdoor table, and the vibe was great with friendly service. The salmon udon was a bit sweet and salty. The toast tasted quite ordinary. The Earl Grey Matcha Latte was a unique drink! It didn’t have a strong Earl Grey flavor, but it was still delicious.

I had a really good meal. Breakfast was amazing. Drinks are not always good, coffee vary depending how busy they are. 5 stars well deserved on food, still a good coffee.

Our visit to ELK Espresso in Broadbeach was nothing short of amazing! This stylish, beachside café offers a fresh, modern atmosphere with light, airy interiors and a buzzing yet relaxed vibe. What did we order? We enjoyed their creamy, flavour-packed Porridge (topped with fresh fruit and a beautiful nut crumble), the vibrant Avocado Toast (loaded with smashed avo, herbs and the perfect seasoning), and the standout Steak & Eggs - perfectly cooked, tender steak served with rich yolky eggs and a fresh side salad. Every dish was not only delicious but also beautifully plated. How was the service? Staff were friendly, attentive and fast, despite a busy weekend crowd, our meals arrived promptly and with a smile. What’s the atmosphere like? Bright, beachy and perfect for brunch dates, catch-ups or even solo coffee time. Any dietary or vegan options? Yes, the menu offers multiple vegetarian and vegan options, plus gluten-free choices. Location & convenience? Situated right across from the beach in Broadbeach, parking is close by and it’s a short stroll from the tram stop. Highly recommend ELK Espresso for anyone visiting the Gold Coast looking for fresh, beautiful food in a gorgeous, coastal setting. [Follow my adventures on instagram @crushinglimits]

Great food and amazing staff!! Olive our server was fabulous and kept the drinks flowing as we did the bottomless mimosas with the meal. We definitely felt that we got our moneys worth there. The menu selection was amazing and they change it seasonally so we just got in time for their fall menu. While we did have to wait for a table they told us it would be a 10 minute wait but really we only wait less than 5 minutes!!

I just came here because the food looked okay and the place was full on Sunday morning for my birthday breakfast. Omg the food was amazing literally I cannot stress enough we came back again for the seconds the next day to try more. The food is 10/10 and the coffee worth ordering the deluxe mocha or hot chocolate I ordered the same drink we visited the place and got one to go as well. Best cafe in Gold Coast !

Elk has a prime position on Charles Avenue looking towards the beach and thus attracts a lot of customers. This means that you may need to wait to get a table and the noise levels are reasonably high. We went on a weekday as the wait on the weekend was too long. The coffee was good but I was disappointed by the breakfast menu, the limited options all seemed to be loaded to the max, for instance the waffles included chocolate - milk and white, pistachio - custard and mousse, citrus - gel, sorbet and dehydrated. I would prefer some fresh basics with add ons.