James Street, Burleigh Heads
James Street is the main shopping and dining street in Burleigh Heads, and it starts about 100 metres from The Village, a two minute walk down Connor Street. The streets around it are just as busy. Connor Street and Park Avenue meet on our own corner, West Street and Justin Lane run off James Street, and the Gold Coast Highway sits between James Street and the beach. Between them you will find more than a hundred cafes, restaurants, bars and shops, nearly all inside a five minute walk of your apartment.
What is on James Street in Burleigh Heads?
James Street is mostly independent. You will find surf and fashion labels, homewares and gift shops, jewellers, a bookshop and a record store, with cafes on almost every corner and restaurants and wine bars that stay busy into the evening.
A few places guests tend to find on their first wander:
- Big B Arcade, between James Street and West Street, home to Big B Books, Beatniks Records and Piada Co.
- Surf and outdoor labels: AFENDS, Patagonia and The Running Shop.
- Homewares and gifts: Emporium on James, Threeworlds and Jewellery on James.
Where do I go for coffee and breakfast?
The two closest coffees are almost on our doorstep: Canteen Coffee and Kitchen on Park Avenue and The Koffee Shack on Connor Street, each about a minute’s walk.
On James Street itself, Quest Coffee Roasters and Social Brew are local favourites for brunch, and Seadog, Fuel Bakehouse and Burleigh Baker are good for a coffee and something from the oven. Tarte Bakery & Cafe is on the Gold Coast Highway, about four minutes away.
Where do I go for lunch and dinner?
There is no need to drive anywhere for dinner. Within two or three minutes of The Village:
- On James Street: Hail Mary (Mexican), Oi Izakaya (Japanese), Sushi Ren, Govindas (vegetarian), Maman Bar & Kitchen, and Burleigh Heads Fishmongers for fish and chips to take down to the beach.
- On Connor Street: The Yiros Shop, Ze Pickle and Betty’s Burgers, all good with kids in tow.
- On West Street: Restaurant Labart, for a special night out.
- On the Gold Coast Highway: Jimmy Wah’s, Costa Taco, SHŌTŌ and Seaside Kitchen & Bar.
Keep walking to Goodwin Terrace, about six minutes, and you reach the beachfront restaurants: Rick Shores, The Tropic and Burleigh Pavilion. For descriptions of our favourites, see our Burleigh Heads dining guide.
Where can I get a drink in the evening?
Paloma Wine Bar and Kairo Society are both on James Street, and Lockwood Bar is just off it on Justin Lane. Local Burleigh and The Malibu Racquet Club are on the Gold Coast Highway, and the Burleigh Heads Hotel on The Esplanade is about five minutes away, close to the beach.
Where do I buy groceries for the apartment?
Woolworths is directly across the road from The Village on Park Avenue, so stocking the kitchen is easy. Nearby you will also find Meat on James St. (a butcher), Your Organic Pantry on West Street, and Flor Wine & Grocer on Park Avenue and Fleet Street on West Street for a bottle of wine. For something sweet after dinner, Scoop Gelati is on James Street and Burleigh Gelato Co. is on Connor Street.
How far is James Street from The Village?
About 100 metres. Walk down Connor Street from our corner and you are on James Street in about two minutes. The far end of James Street is about four minutes away, and the beach is about 300 metres away, roughly a five minute walk.
You will not need the car. Every apartment comes with one free space in our secure undercover car park, so you can leave it there and walk everywhere on this page. See our location page for getting here and getting around.
When is the best time to go?
Mornings are for coffee and a browse before the beach gets busy. Lunch is relaxed most days. Dinner is the busy time, especially on Friday and Saturday nights, so book ahead if you have your heart set on a particular restaurant, or ask about walk-ins early in the evening.
Common questions about James Street
How far is James Street from The Village at Burleigh?
About 100 metres, roughly a two minute walk down Connor Street.
Do I need a car to get to James Street?
No. James Street, Woolworths and the beach are all a short walk from The Village, and every apartment has one free space in our secure undercover car park if you bring a car.
Is there a supermarket near James Street?
Yes. Woolworths is on Park Avenue, directly across the road from The Village.
Where is The Village at Burleigh?
At 4 Park Avenue, Burleigh Heads, on the corner of Park Avenue and Connor Street. James Street is about 100 metres away and the beach is about 300 metres.