After a decade as a fixture of the Surfers Paradise café scene, Paradox Coffee Roasters is making the move to Broadbeach, with a new purpose-built space set to open its doors in March.
The specialty coffee roaster first opened in 2015 and has since established itself as a destination for those seeking premium coffee and locally sourced food on the Gold Coast. Now, the business is preparing for what it describes as a new chapter, relocating to The Oracle Dining precinct in Broadbeach.
For regulars who have made Paradox Coffee their morning ritual over the past 10 years, the move represents a notable shift. The Surfers Paradise location became known not just for its coffee, but for an approach that placed equal emphasis on sourcing quality beans from around the world and roasting them in-house. That model, according to the business, will carry over to the new site.
“We’re excited to become part of the Broadbeach community,” says Ben from Paradox Coffee Roasters Café.
“From their first coffee of the morning to a relaxed weekend brunch, we want this to feel like a place locals genuinely make their own.”
Whether the new location will achieve that sense of local ownership remains to be seen, but the business appears to be betting on design and atmosphere to help make the transition.
A larger footprint with a familiar feel
The Broadbeach café spans three shop fronts within The Oracle Dining precinct, a considerably larger footprint than might be expected for a neighbourhood coffee spot. The fit-out has been designed to create a light-filled, open space that connects with the street and surrounding area, according to the business.
Inside, the layout offers flexibility. There is booth seating for those after a quieter corner, large communal tables for groups, and an indoor-outdoor area that takes advantage of the coastal climate. The design aims to cater equally to those grabbing a quick takeaway and those settling in for a longer stay.
One element that longtime customers may recognise is the oval-shaped coffee bar, a signature feature of the original Surfers Paradise café that has been reimagined in a new contemporary form for the Broadbeach space. The bar will house a custom-designed La Marzocco espresso machine and a row of coffee brew taps, allowing customers to watch baristas at work.
For those who prefer to brew at home, the café will also retail bags of Paradox beans.
Coffee education on the agenda
Beyond serving customers, the new location will include a dedicated space for barista training and coffee education. This area, featuring bench-style seating, is intended for use by the café’s wholesale partners and will offer hands-on learning, tastings and skill development.
The business says this reflects an ongoing commitment to fostering the next generation of baristas and positions the Broadbeach site as both a working café and a place of learning. How prominently this training element features in the day-to-day experience for regular customers is unclear, though the space is designed to remain connected to the café’s daily operations rather than operating as a separate facility.
A new menu for a new location
Alongside the new space comes a new menu. Head Chef Vivek has developed a seasonally inspired offering that the business says will showcase fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu will span breakfast through to lunch, with a mix of familiar classics and newer options designed to reflect coastal flavours.
Paradox Coffee has previously built its food reputation on celebrating local produce, and the Broadbeach menu appears intended to continue that approach. Specific dishes have not yet been announced, so those curious about what to expect will need to wait until closer to opening or follow the café’s social channels for updates..
Paradox Coffee Broadbeach set to open March 2026
The café is scheduled to open in March 2026. Customers looking to stay informed on exact opening details can follow the business on Instagram at @paradoxroasterscafe.
