TGI Fridays are opening in Surfers Paradise

The iconic home of all things burgers, wings and a steakin good time, TGI Fridays is set to open its latest restaurant in Surfers Paradise in the coming months.
TGI Fridays are opening in Surfers Paradise
TGI Fridays are opening in Surfers Paradise

The iconic home of all things burgers, wings and a steakin good time, TGI Fridays is bringing that New York flavour to Surfers Paradise as they open their latest restaurant in the coming months.

This is the latest of many big names coming to the glitter strip, the first beachside venue for the iconic brand and their third location in Queensland.
Opening its doors in the brand new $40 million dollar dining precinct at the Paradise Centre, TGI Fridays will occupy the coveted corner position on the first floor overlooking the world-famous beaches and the Surfers Paradise sign.

Illuminated in neon, the words ‘Paradise is only one cocktail away’ will set the tone for diners upon entering the expansive 180-patron venue, with seating ranging from sleek timber booths to stools at the central islan bar, and casual, window-side high-tables to soak up the salty breeze, good times and Insta-worthy ocean views.

CEO of Signature Hospitality Group, James Sinclair, commented on the opening of TGI Fridays Surfers Paradise:

“The Gold Coast has really embraced TGI Fridays and we’re so excited to have secured this unmatched seaside address for our largest restaurant on the Gold Coast and Australasian flagship – it’s something new for us, but we think this iconic location will be incredibly popular with our patrons and complement our Queensland portfolio perfectly,” he said.  

“In addition to the amazing locals, we’re really looking forward to welcoming a new wave of diners at our Surfers Paradise venue, from day-trippers to interstate and international visitors holidaying in this special beachside city.

“We want TGI Fridays Surfers Paradise to be a place for everyone to meet, mingle and enjoy some fantastic food and drinks in a casual setting – whether they’re coming off the beach after a day of relaxation or partying by the pool, meeting family for an early dinner, enjoying a sunset cocktail during Happy Hour, or catching up with mates for a beer whilst watching a live game on our big screens.”

Diners will be spoiled for choices with a range of crowd-pleasing wings, juicy burgers and wraps served with piles of fries, stunning salads, slow-cooked flame-grilled ribs and even a range of plant-based options.

TGI Fridays will also be bringing their famous Happy Hour to the location (every day from 4-6 pm) combined with an extensive cocktail menu, There’s the Classics, of course, Fridays Favourites, Born in NYC range, and Ultimate Cocktails list (super-sized), plus plenty of no alcohol varieties too. A new drinks menu is also timed to coincide with the launch of TGI Fridays Surfers Paradise, which will see newcomers like Strawberry Southside and Ultimate Pink Gin Spritz join TGI Friday’s icons, such as the Long Island Iced Tea, Ultimate Electric Lemonade, Passionfruit Margarita, Big-Appletini and iconic Cosmopolitan

TGI Fridays is set to open on the 10th of November, Welcoming diners to their great new beachside restaurant.

Swinging open its doors from 10.30am on Thursday 10th November for its first service, those who want to be among the first to experience this legendary bar and grill and the best views in town, while tucking into their fave American fare and cocktails, can now reserve their spot. Bookings are open via TGI Fridays’ website https://www.tgifridays.com.au/reserve-a-table/.  

TGI Fridays are opening in Surfers Paradise

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Owen George

Editor & Chief of Gold Coast Magazine is a lover of great coffee and sharing the stories of the people, places, and events that make the Gold Coast such a great city