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HOTA Markets

135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 421 196 722
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: 6:00 – 11:30 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About HOTA Markets

Sunday mornings on the Goldie centre on HOTA Markets—a lakeside sprawl of farm-fresh harvest and global street food. Locals set out early for paddock-to-plate greens, specialty edible mushrooms, and punnets of sweet blueberries plucked days prior. The ready-to-eat row draws lines for sizzling wagyu skewers, Japanese breakfast plates from Azus Japan, Polish pierogi, and warm Dutch donuts. Spread a blanket across the lawns by the tidal lagoon, take in the live acoustic sets, and settle in with freshly brewed coffee.

  • Global Street Food: Multicultural stalls serve everything from Japanese breakfast plates and sizzling wagyu to pierogi and German sausages.
  • Farm-Fresh Produce: Stalls pack farm-fresh vegetables, specialty mushrooms, artisanal sourdough, and just-picked berries.
  • Lakeside Parkland: Open parkland borders a tidal swimming lagoon and lake, with live music sets playing across the grass.
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Why Choose HOTA Markets

Discover why locals make HOTA Markets their essential Sunday morning destination.

  • Farm-Fresh Weekly Groceries

    Shoppers can fulfill their weekly grocery list with picked-fresh fruits, vegetables, artisanal bread, and local meats directly from stallholders.

    the fruit & Vegetables are always so fresh, tasty and last a long time.

    Greg Wilson

  • Global Ready-to-Eat Street Food

    A dense lineup of global street food stalls lets visitors sample dishes from Japanese breakfast and pierogi to Moroccan and Dutch treats.

    having such a multicultural market with amazing food on offer and fresh produce

    Michael Thompson

  • Lawn Picnics with Live Music

    Parkside grass and open lawns provide ample space for families and groups to spread out a picnic blanket with their market food while enjoying live music.

    Grab a picnic blanket and set yourself up on the lawns.

    Huong Nguyen

  • Weekend Community Gathering Spot

    Friends and families regularly meet up over morning coffee and cooked breakfast to connect and browse the vibrant stalls together.

    We catch up with friend, try some food and sit around and listen to the music performers

    Greg Wilson

  • Lakeside Lagoon Recreation

    The market operates beside a calm tidal lagoon and lake, giving visitors the opportunity to swim, paddleboard, or stroll the water's edge.

    Also a great place for kids to have a swim in the tidal lagoon.

    Rhys Smith

  • Scenic Parkland Strolls

    Surrounded by parkland trails and arts grounds, the venue allows guests to easily combine morning shopping with a relaxed scenic walk.

    it is also such a nice area to have a walk and a bite after you’re done with your shopping.

    Maria Alejandra Guerrero

Cooked street food and standout market specialties to start your Sunday

  • Japanese breaky

    I enjoyed the most amazing Japanese breaky from Azus Japan it was perfect

    Michael Thompson

  • Authentic German sausage with sauerkraut in a hotdog bun

    We had authentic German sausage with sauerkraut in a hotdog bun and Dutch donuts.

    Daniel Russell

  • Meat pies

    The pie / sausage roll shop (see photo) near the seating area and newspaper stand sells the best meat pies there

    kl phone

  • Specialty edible mushrooms

    Great spot for a sunday shop for fruit and vegetables, breads, specialty edible mushrooms, meat, and a few other knick knacks.

    Shaun Ashcroft

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful features that elevate a Sunday morning market run into a complete lakeside retreat

  • Gluten-Free Specialty Breads & Pastries

    Visitors with dietary restrictions find dedicated market stalls offering specialized gluten-free breads, pastries, and artisanal donuts.

  • Live Lawnside Musical Performances

    Live musical acts perform throughout the grounds, accompanying morning grocery shopping and open lawn dining.

  • Recreational Tidal Lagoon Access

    Shoppers can pair farm-fresh food runs with outdoor recreation, taking a paddle board, kayak, or swim in the adjacent tidal saltwater lagoon.

  • Dedicated Gated Children's Playground

    Families can combine their grocery routine with park outings thanks to a secure gated playground located right on the park grounds.

Before you head over

Practical advice for timing your Sunday morning visit, parking, and picnic setup

  • Arrive Early to Beat Crowds and Sellouts

    Arrive early on Sunday morning—stalls open around 6:00 am—to avoid hot midday weather, secure parking, and beat queues before popular food items and fresh produce sell out.

  • Bring Your Own Picnic Blanket

    Pack a picnic rug or camp chairs; while some outdoor tables and benches are available around the grounds, lawn space by the lake is plentiful for settling in with market food.

  • Plan Around Midday Packdown

    Keep your visit strictly within Sunday morning hours, as stallholders begin packing down around 11:30 am ahead of the midday close.

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