Opening hours
| Monday | 5 am – 2 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am – 2 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am – 2 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am – 2 pm |
| Friday | 5 am – 2 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Times shown in local time (Brisbane). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address53 Johnston Street, Southport QLD 4215
- Phone(07) 5591 7438
- Websitetheroost53.com
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
53 Johnston Street, Southport QLD 4215 · 4.2 km from Gold Coast centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaSouthport, Gold Coast
- StateQueensland
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning
About The Roost
The Roost is a cafés & brunch café in Southport, Queensland. You'll find it at 53 Johnston Street, Southport QLD 4215, roughly 4.2 km from the Gold Coast city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
The Roost is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in Southport? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Deliciosa Cafe and Coffeeholics Espresso With Attitude.
In the venue's own words: “The Roost @ 53 is a concept cafe located on the Gold Coast. Come in for first class grub and great coffee.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️Outdoor seating
- 📶No free Wi-Fi
What to order
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Closest restaurants to The Roost
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Deliciosa Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Southport630 mNE · 8 min walk
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2
Coffeeholics Espresso With Attitude ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Southport650 mE · 8 min walk
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3
Oppane Korean Cuisine 🍖 Korean · Southport660 mE · 8 min walk
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4
Kuan Yin Tea House 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · Southport660 mE · 8 min walk
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5
The Railway Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Southport660 mE · 8 min walk
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6
Burgers on Scarborough 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Southport690 mE · 8 min walk
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7
Kua Thai Isan Traditional Thai 🍜 Thai · Southport690 mE · 8 min walk
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8
Chicken Chef 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Southport690 mE · 8 min walk
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9
Gobchang Gazea 🍖 Korean · Southport700 mE · 8 min walk
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10
GAL.B Korean BBQ Restaurant 🍖 Korean · Southport770 mE · 9 min walk
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Eating out in Southport
Southport is home to 85 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Gold Coast area with 1,182 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, chinese restaurants, korean restaurants. Within 25 km of The Roost there are 1,238 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Chirn Park (1.1 km), Parklands (1.9 km), Keebra Park (2.2 km), The Spit (2.2 km).
Cuisine mix in Southport
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Roost located?
The Roost is located at 53 Johnston Street, Southport QLD 4215. It is about 4.2 km from the centre of Gold Coast. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Roost?
The Roost is open 5 days a week (closed Saturdays & Sundays), from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Brisbane time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Roost serve?
The Roost serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Roost?
You can reach The Roost by phone on (07) 5591 7438 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Roost?
The closest venue is Deliciosa Cafe, about 630 m to the north-east (8 min walk). Other close options include Coffeeholics Espresso With Attitude (650 m), Oppane Korean Cuisine (660 m), Kuan Yin Tea House (660 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Roost?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Pearl & Ash (Cafés & Brunch, 1.7 km), Urban Fish Market (Seafood & Fish and Chips, 7.5 km), Romana's Italian Restaurant (Italian, 11 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Southport?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Randy Wallhole (770 m), Judicial Cafe (780 m), Verdict Espresso (830 m).
How many restaurants are there in Southport?
Our guide lists 85 places to eat in Southport, most commonly cafés & brunch (26), chinese restaurants (9), korean restaurants (8). Within 25 km there are 1,238 venues in total.