Backbone Bar | Restaurant Gold Coast

  Four tips to better Home Brewing           There is no doubt that the craft beer revolution is in full swing not only in bars on the Gold Coast but all over Australia. Breweries of all shapes and sizes are popping up everywhere and the team at Backbone Bar in Tugun are taking advantage of this love of craft beer. Providing a huge range of craft beers both on tap and canned or bottled, Backbone Bar is setting the standard for craft beer offerings in Tugun. Craft beer essentially began with homebrewers taking a chance and developing their own taste profiles. These risks taken by the groundbreakers of beer have now seen craft beer the go to drop for many Australians. For so long people were used to finding their favourite tipple and sticking to it, with craft beer it’s quite the opposite with so many different flavours available. People can now buy their own “tasting 6 packs” where you are given 6 different beers to try, in the old d...

  The Gold Coast is best known for its golden beaches and theme parks, however there is a new attraction. There are plenty of boutique bars, hidden bars and rooftop bars that are popping up quicker than ever. The Gold Coast is growing rapidly, and with it the nightlife and drinking scene is growing. Now, the difference between a restaurant and a bar has grown quite blurry; bars are not what they used to be. Gold Coast bars are serving up delicious, restaurant quality food and even better drinks. The reason we go to a bar can vary, however there is one thing they all have in common…we go there to enjoy ourselves. Here are some tips on how to enjoy your evening in Gold Coast Bars. What are you after? Know what it is you are looking for. There are hundreds of Gold Coast bars that are all different from each other. Some bars serve whiskeys, where some serve martinis and cocktails. Some bars serve American style food, where other serve Asian style eats. Are you wanting to spend an hour ...

  I think all of us have been out to dozens of restaurants, and for one reason or another, there will be a few restaurants that stand out. Once you have a few great experiences at a restaurant, it can become a tradition, and the happy customers will talk about the great times they have had. There are people out there who have had delicious food at a restaurant but refuse to go back due to terrible customer service. To have a successful Gold Coast Bar and Restaurant, you must stand out. In a place with so many bars and restaurants, how can you do that? Here are a few ways that make restaurants best for customers. We all know that service is everything when comparing Gold Coast Bar and Restaurants. It can truly make or break a restaurant, so how do you ensure that your restaurant is superior to others in terms of customer service? The best way to do this is to have a specialised training program, with effective and easy to follow processes in place. Further to this, hiring people tha...

The Gold Coast is growing at a rate that the locals simply cannot believe. It seems that everywhere you look there is another apartment building being built, another suburb being developed, infrastructure being built and so on. Even the people you bump into on the street, many of them have made the move north from the likes of Melbourne and Sydney for the lifestyle and the more “affordable” housing. Whether you are a local or a tourist, one thing we can all agree on is that the Gold Coast is a buzz, and there is something for everyone. Whether it be the adrenalin junkie, the casual swim at the beach, the surfer or the shopping enthusiast, the Gold Coast has it all. However, everyone one of us has to eat, and this is where the Gold Coast truly comes alive. The restaurant and bar scene on the Gold Coast has exploded over the past ten years, and it has no signs of slowing down soon. Let’s chat about a few things to consider when deciding on a restaurant or bar on the Gold Coast. Firstly, ...

  At some stage things are going to start to go back normal, in fact that has already started to happen in The Gold Coast Bars. It’s almost as if Covid 19 didn’t exist at all, our sheltered existence here in Australia has ensure that in comparison to the rest of the world we have been very lucky. Whilst travelling overseas if off the cards for the time beings not all the joys of life have been taken away from us. Eating out on The Gold Coast is a staple, taking advantage of the wonderful weather makes dining out and all year-round event. But with all that we know about the dangers of Covid 19 we still have to stay vigilant to maintain the lifestyle we are slowly getting back to. So, what are the top precautions that we should take while visiting any restaurant during this pandemic? Eat outside if possible! When it comes to dining out, vulnerable people may want to pass on dine-in options and focus on pickup or perhaps outside dining if the conditions are appropriate. There are many...

  When you go out to a Gold Coast bar you usually have the option of a standard or normal mass produced beer or a craft beer. A lot of people don’t understand what the real difference is, but what it comes down to is taste and quality. You really get what you pay for in many things such as the quality of the meals you order and also the beers you enjoy. The Difference Before the days of mass production small breweries produced beer in the old fashioned way it had been done for hundreds of generations. Each pub or bar sold its own house beer that was distinct and individual. Then came mass produced beer, so everything became standardised and no matter where you choose to have a beer each brand was always the same. Today, many pubs and bars have gone back to brewing their own beers or purchasing their beer from small craft breweries that produce beer in the traditional ways using only yeast, barley, malt, hops and water as the base with a few selected other ingredients that are th...

  Having the best experience in a Gold Coast Bar is all about quality and enjoying the company of great people. The old notion of going to bars to drink heaps and pickup a partner is still valid for a few, but the majority of people are headed out for a fun time sampling great drinks, food and listening to local musicians as they make their way around some of the best Gold Coast bars and clubs.   Scenes The Gold Coast bar scene covers a huge range of bars from backpacker bars filled with young adventurers from all parts of the globe, sharing stories, relaxing or dancing the night away, gay bars where almost anything goes to high class exclusive Gold Coast bars where you need to observe jacket and tie dress codes.   If you want to have a great experience in   Gold Coast bars , the leave the car keys at home, have a bath and done your best casual gear so you’re looking your best and head out with some friends. Going solo is fine, but the best thing you can wear is an o...

  In these difficult times with the threat of the Covid-19 virus, everyone needs to take special precautions when visiting a Gold Coast bar so that they remain healthy and negative in regard to the current virus. The government guidelines and restrictions are designed to safeguards everyone and help prevent the spread of viruses. Although some restrictions have been lifted you can expect things to continue to change as new outbreaks happen around Queensland. It’s important that each person considers their own unique and specific health situation when considering going to a Gold Coast Bar Bar Safety When going out to a Gold Coast bar , take your smart phone with your details on the appropriate app so you can electronically log in as you enter. If you don’t have or want to take your phone, write your relevant details down and take several copies with you. While inside a Gold Coast bar, it’s important that you maintain a 1.5 meter distance from anyone not in your party and respect oth...

  When you go dining at a Gold Coast bar there are a few precautions you should take because of the COVID-9 pandemic. In the last few days the Queensland government has eased many of the restrictions for socialising and going out to restaurants and bars. The government has modified its policies and restrictions to enable business’s to reopen and operate responsibly and increase their business activities without compromising the health of the general public, customers or their staff. All establishments are required to operate under the approved COVID-19 Safe Industry Plan and comply with the provisions in the COVID safe checklist These are some of the precautions you should take when dining out: Try and choose a bar with an abundance of outdoor seating or plan to dine during the cooler times of the day Ensure your own personal hygiene by regularly washing your hands with plenty of soap and water Many areas in bars and restaurants are likely to be contaminated so there should be staf...

Whether you eat out for a nice treat on special occasions, have a busy lifestyle, so find dining out in a Gold Coast restaurant a convenient option or are on holiday and want to sample some of the fine foods Restaurants The Gold Coast offers, here are a few tips that can help make your dinning easier more enjoyable and healthier. Manage your portions Most Gold Coast restaurants serve large portions, often they are bigger than the portions you would enjoy if eating at home. Order half portions or share a meal with a friend, another option is to ask for a doggie bag and take part of the meal home with you. Skip the bread offered at the start of the meal, unless it’s made there and a specialty of the house which means you should at least try it If you like a dessert, then consider dividing one up between friends or have some fresh fruit or a cheese platter. Maybe a special coffee with minimal cream! Try to avoid the option to upsize the meal or drinks as these combination meals a...

If you’re like most people you will enjoy dining out in a nice Gold Coast restaurant. The best way to ensure you get a table is to book early, as soon as you know you’ll be going out. That way you will surely to be accommodated in the restaurant you prefer. Some of the more popular restaurants are booked out weeks or even months ahead on special occasions such as mother’s day, Easter and long weekends. Other places you may find hard to get a renovation even a week before during their busy times. Often it’s a good idea to choose a quiet time for a special occasion to be sure you will get the best service. Reservation protocol is not too hard to learn and it can make dining out in your preferred upscale restaurant much easier. Some of the fine dining Gold Coast restaurants , don’t require reservations except on busy occasions. However, most establishments do and many even require you to make a reservation at any time. This is because it helps them plan the evening and ensure they have...

Dining out on The Gold Coast bar scene does not have to be unhealthy although most eating establishments go for eye appeal and taste over nutritional considerations; it’s not always the case. Restaurants with the most nutritional foods also tend to that have a fresh blackboard menu each day and rely on what’s fresh and seasonal in the local markets. Try these strategies for finding, healthy meals out on the Gold Coast: Check it out   You can find good healthy foods almost everywhere as people are now health conscious. The best way is to check out a restaurant or Gold Coast Bar before you go there. Most, quality places now post their menus on their websites, often with their nutritional values and descriptions so you know what you’re getting. By doing this you can choose the healthiest options and know beforehand what you want as well as any substitutions you require. To get the best of eating out make a game plan Before you head out, make a plan: Usually, it’s best if...

Gold Coast restaurants have come a long way over the last decade, what used to be acceptable is no longer tolerated by many people who expect a much higher standard of food quality and presentation than previously. When you’re looking for something special in a Gold Coast restaurant, one of the best ways is to take a food tour organised by the local tourist industry. These tours take you to restaurants that are just off the normal tourist route and specialise in high quality local, seasonal foods that you will not find in the normal run of the mill tourist type restaurants that like to offer a standard fare. If you’re adventurous “Foodie” type person who loves to find specialty items and exotic dishes prepared freshly by internationally renowned world class chefs, then you will certainly be able to find them in some of the Gold Coast restaurants . This March, foodies will be treated to an authentic Mexican Fiesta at Surfers care of the Citrique restaurant where their award winni...

When going to a Gold Coast Restaurant, the best way to ensure you will have the best experience while there is to avoid the peak hour rush between 6 to 8 pm. If you’re in a good restaurant, a place that prepares all its food as freshly as possible, then you must expect a little waiting. Some of the ways you can check to see if you’re in a good, quality restaurant: The Bread A very good indicator of the quality of a restaurant is the bread they serve when you first arrive. If the bread is in house, warm and fresh and the butter is soft and spreadable and possibly blended with other interesting ingredients such as herbs or Dijon then you can expect they take pride in their food and the rest of the meal. If the bread is disappointing you can expect the rest of the meal to be similar. Check the Bathrooms before ordering The way a restaurant maintains its bathrooms are a good indicator of their overall cleanliness. If they take pride in their bathrooms chances are they are equal...

If you’re searching for the best restaurant on the Gold Coast you are going to have a great time, but it will be hard to decide which of the many hundreds of truly great eating housesare really the best. Some of these suggestions may help you find the best Gold Coast Restaurant for you: Decide on your Budget Before you start looking decide on how much you want to spend as there are good quality restaurants to suit most budgets. There is little point in going to a five star restaurant if you want to pay 1 star prices. You would be better waiting a while and saving up a bit more and really treating yourself than trying to get a bargain meal in a gourmet restaurant. The Gold Coast is still one of the greatest places in Australia to just hangout at the beach, but with an influx of new and exciting food venues as well as some internationally celebrated chefs, the Gold Coast has a wide range of sophisticated dining options. You can get a great taste sensation from one of the fabulou...