The Grindfather is a welcoming café and restaurant in Nerang, designed to be the kind of place people return to again and again for exceptional coffee, great food, and a relaxed atmosphere that suits every part of the day.
Conveniently located at Shop 5/2-4 New St, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia, this popular local spot has earned an outstanding 4.80 out of 5 rating from 329 reviews, a strong reflection of the quality, consistency, and care customers experience each time they visit.
Whether you are stopping in for a morning coffee, meeting friends for brunch, settling in for lunch, or looking for a comfortable place to work, The Grindfather offers a setting that feels both inviting and dependable.
A standout for its great coffee and impressive tea selection, The Grindfather brings together the best of a modern café experience with a menu that caters to a wide range of tastes and lifestyles.
Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, dessert, catering, and table service, along with a variety of options including healthy choices, prepared foods, quick bites, small plates, vegetarian selections, and coffee alongside happy-hour drinks.
It is a place that works just as well for solo dining as it does for casual catch-ups, and its reputation as a good spot for working on a laptop makes it especially appealing for anyone seeking a productive yet comfortable environment.
With casual, cozy, and trendy styling, the café creates the right balance of atmosphere and function, making it easy to stay awhile and enjoy the experience.
The Grindfather also makes comfort and convenience a priority. Customers can choose from outdoor seating, dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services, giving them the flexibility to enjoy their meal and drinks in the way that suits them best.
Accessibility is thoughtfully supported with a wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and a wheelchair-accessible toilet, helping ensure a smoother visit for more guests. Reservations are accepted for added planning convenience, and payments are simple with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments all available.
For those looking for a café that combines quality, accessibility, and a genuinely welcoming experience, The Grindfather delivers a reliable place to enjoy good food, great drinks, and attentive service every time. To learn more or make contact, call +61 473 035 769.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at The Grindfather
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Soy/Oat/Coconut/Almond/Lactose Free
Soy/Oat/Almond/Coconut/Lactose free
Banana, Cinnamon, Honey, Milk
Mango, Yoghurt, Honey, Milk
Strawberry, Yoghurt, Honey, Milk
Berries, Yoghurt, Honey, Milk
Acai, Berries, Coconut Water
Banana, Coffee, Peanut Butter, Honey, Milk
Spinach, Banana, Mango, Coconut Water
2 poached eggs cooked your way served on 2 slices of sourdough toast
1 rasher of bacon, 1 hashbrown, 1 egg served on 1 slice of sourdough toast
Bacon, egg, cheese and rocket and relish served on a milk bun
2 rashers of bacon, 2 hashbrowns, chorizo, tomato, mushroom, 2 eggs and relish served on 2 slices of sourdough toast
Halloumi, mushroom, hashbrown, roasted tomato and lemon spinach served on 2 slices of sourdough toast
Maple bacon, avocado and rocket on a milk bun
Avocado, 2 poached eggs, rocket, dukkah and feta served on 2 slices of sourdough toast
2 corn fritters, 2 poached eggs, avocado and tomato relish
Bacon, hashbrown, egg, cheese, rocket and signature relish on a milk bun
Truffled mushroom, 2 poached eggs, pesto, persian feta served on 2 slices of sourdough
Bacon, cheese, spinach, cheese and hollandaise sauce wrapped in a tortilla
Acai, mixed berries and banana topped with seasonal fruits and granola
Avocado, mushroom, hashbrown, spinach, halloumi and signature relish wrapped in a tortilla
2 slices of sourdough toast with 2 poached eggs and hollandaise sauce
Your choice of either chicken, asian beef or salmon with rocket, kale, capsicum, cucumber, egg, rice, edamame, pickled ginger, sesame seeds, sprouts and kewpie mayo
Rib fillet steak, rocket, tomato, caramelised onions and relish on Turkish served with chips and aoili on the side
Pulled pork, house slaw and bbq sauce served on a milk bun with chips on the side
Chicken schnitzel, rocket, tomato and onion served on turkish with relish and chips on the side
Roasted mushroom, halloumi, spinach and pesto served on a milk bun with relish and chips on the side
Chicken, bacon, cos lettuce, parmesan, croutons and caesar dressing wrapped in a tortilla
Chicken schnitzel topped with chorizo, feta, tomato, onion and basil pesto dressing served with chips on the side
Chicken, onion, tomato, avocado, capsicum and cucumber with honey mustard dressing
Mushroom, spinach, halloumi, avocado and red onion with pomegranate dressing
Feta, kale, cabbage, onion, avocado, tomato, cucumber, sesame seeds and blueberries with orange vinegarette
Hear from our valued guests
The coffee, food and team at The Grindfather are the best on the coast! The coffee is by far the best i have and I no longer can get coffee anywhere else!
The most delicious corn fritter breakfast, such good atmosphere and value. Honestly this place has become my favourite. Definitely recommend! Staff are so lovely as well.
Friendly service, great atmosphere and some delicious acai bowls! Parking can be challenging, but options just across the road if needed. Fantastic place for brekkie!
Absolutely the best coffee I’ve ever had!!! No contest. The Grindfather cafe is an excellent place to have a nice breakfast and a quiet coffee with friends. The service is excellent and the food is amazing. I have to stop by everyday for a cappuccino otherwise my day isn’t complete haha. Highly recommended establishment. Zack and the crew have done a great job making this cafe a must visit. 5 stars
Hands down the best coffee in town! I live 35 minutes away and still make the trip every week, it’s that good. The coffee is absolutely phenomenal, and the food is just as impressive. The team always brings the good vibes, and the music sets the perfect atmosphere every time. I honestly can’t recommend this place enough!
Very consistent and amazingly tasty coffee every time. The food made by the chef is always delicious and high quality. The service is warm and friendly, and the atmosphere with the music makes it a really nice place to start the day. I 100% recommend it for your daily routine. I’ve never been disappointed by the coffee, desserts, or food here. It’s rare to find a place today that keeps such a great balance of consistent, flavorful coffee and excellent food. ☕✨
By far the best coffee in nerang and top 3 in Gold Coast. Perfect blend of coffee and silky milk and crema. Zac, Aaron,Molly and Gia are all awesome. This is for sure a hidden gem. I came once and have continued to come here everyday for my morning coffee. It is delicious. Chef Aaron bakes his own items for the cabinet and there's always something new. And the food he cooks is absolutely yum. Definitely a must try spot on the GC
Great food, great services and a chef who cares about quality. It’s the ‘eye for detail’ that makes this cafe stand out. From a personal welcome from all staff to the sharp knives that actually cut the sour dough to the Lurpak butter on the side allowing you to choose…Warm and welcoming. easy parking.
What a great little hidden gem in Nerang. Migrating from Melbourne and being the coffee snob I am, I have to say these guys make an excellent coffee. Eggs Benedict is my favourite breakfast and for me the hollandaise sauce is the key. These guys knock it out of the park, with a creamy yet zangy sauce. Large tasty mushrooms, and a really awesome taste of vignette to balance out the creaminess.
To start with, great coffee! The food is delicious, we had corn fritters and an acai bowl, both delicious and generous. Staff are always lovely and prices are very fair. Terrific place for breakfast. Thanks guys!
Common questions about The Grindfather
The Grindfather is located at Shop 5/2-4 New St, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia, 2-4 New St, Nerang QLD 4211, Australia.
You can reach The Grindfather by calling +61 473 035 769.
The Grindfather has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 329 customer reviews.
The Grindfather features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
The Grindfather features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
The Grindfather features the following highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection.
The Grindfather features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Solo dining, Good for working on laptop.
The Grindfather features the following offerings: Coffee, Happy-hour drinks, Healthy options, Prepared foods, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegetarian options.
The Grindfather features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
The Grindfather features the following amenities: Restroom.
The Grindfather features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
The Grindfather features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups.
The Grindfather features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
The Grindfather features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
The Grindfather features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
The Grindfather features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Plenty of parking.
The Grindfather features the following pets: Dogs allowed.
Business Features
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