Driftwood Social

3.9

30 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Driftwood Social has an exciting Miami pool club feel that brings life to the riverfront, offering a chilled out ambience at any time of the day or night. Driftwood Social offers poolside cabanas and a riverfront old-school surf themed bar with various “eat, drink, chill” zones from which to enjoy retro poolside cocktails during the day, and fun classics for when the sun goes down. Chill out listening to the cool tunes, sip Champagne or enjoy a refreshing beer or wine.

A fresh, vibrant menu of light and refreshing dishes and sharing platters captures the mood of every occasion and is designed to cater for social moments with friends or relaxed time alone.

Driftwood Social is Gold Coast’s weekend social haunt for guests and locals. As the day warms up, so does Driftwood Social. What better place to catch a famous Gold Coast sunset, Driftwood Social provides an escape from the buzzing local nightlife.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Dining Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(07) 5539 0444
Website
https://vibehotels.com/book-accommodation/gold-coast/hotel-gold-coast/driftwood-social/
Payment options
Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Miami pool club feel that brings new life to the riverfront, offering a chilled-out ambience at any time of the day. Driftwood Social offers poolside cabanas and a riverfront old-school surf-themed bar with various “eat, drink, chill” zones from which to enjoy retro poolside cocktails during the day, and fun classics for when the sun goes down.
Private party facilities
Birthday? Engagement? Hens or Bucks?Whatever the occasion, Driftwood Social is the hottest spot for your next special event offering private parties from only $32 per person. Enjoy private access to exclusive reserved areas.Driftwood Social is your place for a Miami pool club vibe, chilled in-house music and the Coast's best sunset views.

Location
42 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, AU-QLD 4217
Neighborhood
Surfers Paradise
Parking details
Free parking on Chevron Island.
Public transit
Tram
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

3 Course Lunch Special
A$55.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Enjoy a 3 course lunch - $55 per person Menu includes appetizer, choice of starter, main and dessert. Available 12-3pm Friday to Sunday. Bookings always recommended :)
Beers & Tacos! AND LIVE music
Multiple dates available
2x beer and 2x tacos $20! Fri - Sun 4-6pm LIVE MUSIC every Friday 5-8pm

Chicken KaarageA$21.00
japanese mayo, lemon
Salt & Pepper SquidA$21.00
aioli, lemon
Hummus MezzeA$14.00
olives, lavosh, crudites
Cantonese Spring RollsA$16.00
sweet & sour dip
Fruit PlateA$14.00
mint mojito dressing
FriesA$12.00
aioli , tomato sauce
Charcuterie PlatterA$21.00
Italian salami, Spanish ham, cheddar cheese, grapes, strawberries, cornichons, lavosh, fruit chutney

Burgers & Salads

Driftwood BurgerA$27.00
dill pickles, ‘big mac’ sauce, tomato, lettuce, bacon, cheese, onion, brioche bun. beef/chicken/haloumi
Caesar SaladA$22.00
bacon, parmesan, soft boiled egg, croutons, lettuce, caesar dressing
Caprese SaladA$18.00
tomato, mozzarella, basil & balsamic glaze

Large Plates

Grilled SirloinA$36.00
truffle mash, peppercorn sauce, salad
Grilled Red SnapperA$32.00
confit potatoes, crispy garlic, capsicum, piperade, lemon
Fish & ChipsA$28.00
beer battered red snapper, fries, tartare
Linguine Alla VodkaA$32.00
prawns, sour cream, cherry tomatoes, parmesan
Chicken SchnitzelA$29.00
tomato sugo, mozzarella, truffle mash, salad
Potato & CauliflowerA$26.00
curried potato, chickpeas, Madras gravy, coconut raita, rice

Sides

Truffle Mash PotatoesA$12.00
Steamed VegetablesA$10.00
Garlic BreadA$10.00
Garden SaladA$10.00
FriesA$8.00

Sweet Plates

Ice Cream Of The DayA$12.00
3 scoops
TiramisuA$16.00
whipped cream, cocoa dust
Liqueur AffogatoA$18.00
ice cream, espresso, liqueur

What 30 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
4Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

Noise • Energetic

30 Reviews

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Lisa
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Such a beautiful spot overlooking the river and just next to the pool. Reasonably priced and the food was fine. Very enjoyable experience.
Driftwood SocialResponded on November 7, 2024
Thank you so much for your review Lisa - our team are always delighted to hear of a job well done. We would love to see you again soon!
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DavidP
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great service, no sav blanc from menu was available to order, food presentation was not as it once was
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OpenTable Diner
Gold Coast
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 13, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We arrived at Vibe Hotel, email confirmation for our luncheon booking at Driftwood Social in hand only to be told the restaurant was closed. Very disappointing. Winter hours were in force from Monday 10th and it did not open until 4pm. Not impressed that we were not informed of the change and that our booking was cancelled. Poor form Vibe and Driftwood Social.
Driftwood SocialResponded on June 20, 2024
Dear guest, Thank you for your feedback. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced. we have reached out to you personally to discuss this matter further and ensure we make it right. We value your patronage and hope to welcome you back soon. Best regards, Driftwood Social Team
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OpenTable Diner
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, the bar waitress acknowledged us straight away and had a table set up for us. The food was quick and service impeccable.
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Brian
Greater Boston
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. Superbly presented and very tasty. Service and atmosphere was fantastic as were the beverages. Looking forward to our next visit.
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TinaP
Gold Coast
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great place for a poolside social gathering with water views. The menu is simple but delicious and reasonably priced. It’s bar service (not table service) but you have the option of using the pool when you dine. Great for a Sunday session, good music, and great atmosphere x
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JanE
Gold Coast
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I cancelled weeks before as was told only xmas buffet available. Therefore, did not eat in restaurant
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Christmas Day buffet lunch
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JeffA
Gold Coast
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice for Xmas day, beautiful location, loved the drinks and loved the atmosphere Just disappointed with the meat, it wasn’t cooked right through and was hard to cut and very chewy
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PaulD
Gold Coast
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
This is not a restaurant unfortunately which was disappointing. It is a hotel pool area with a casual bar menu with shared tables. Nice place to have a drink and watch the sun go down. However, remember it is a hotel pool area and any ambience you might otherwise enjoy is spoilt by children screaming and jumping into the pool. The Vibe Hotel would be better to offer the first floor breakfast area as a proper restaurant.
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FAQs

Driftwood Social is rated 3.9 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

Driftwood Social does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

42 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise, AU-QLD 4217

Additional information

Neighborhood
Surfers Paradise
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Dining Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free parking on Chevron Island.
Public transit
Tram
Payment options
Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://vibehotels.com/book-accommodation/gold-coast/hotel-gold-coast/driftwood-social/
Phone number
(07) 5539 0444
Catering
Miami pool club feel that brings new life to the riverfront, offering a chilled-out ambience at any time of the day. Driftwood Social offers poolside cabanas and a riverfront old-school surf-themed bar with various “eat, drink, chill” zones from which to enjoy retro poolside cocktails during the day, and fun classics for when the sun goes down.
Private party facilities
Birthday? Engagement? Hens or Bucks?Whatever the occasion, Driftwood Social is the hottest spot for your next special event offering private parties from only $32 per person. Enjoy private access to exclusive reserved areas.Driftwood Social is your place for a Miami pool club vibe, chilled in-house music and the Coast's best sunset views.

Gift card

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Driftwood Social

Make a reservation

Additional information

Gift card

3 Course Lunch Special

Beers & Tacos! AND LIVE music

Small Plates

Chicken KaarageA$21.00

Salt & Pepper SquidA$21.00

Hummus MezzeA$14.00

Cantonese Spring RollsA$16.00

Fruit PlateA$14.00

FriesA$12.00

Charcuterie PlatterA$21.00

Burgers & Salads

Driftwood BurgerA$27.00

Caesar SaladA$22.00

Caprese SaladA$18.00

Large Plates

Grilled SirloinA$36.00

Grilled Red SnapperA$32.00

Fish & ChipsA$28.00

Linguine Alla VodkaA$32.00

Chicken SchnitzelA$29.00

Potato & CauliflowerA$26.00

Sides

Truffle Mash PotatoesA$12.00

Steamed VegetablesA$10.00

Garlic BreadA$10.00

Garden SaladA$10.00

FriesA$8.00

Sweet Plates

Ice Cream Of The DayA$12.00

TiramisuA$16.00

Liqueur AffogatoA$18.00

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