Restaurant
Paloma Wine Bar
12 James St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia
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12 James St, Burleigh Heads QLD 4220, Australia
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Burleigh Heads locals claim tables at this James Street wine bar for effortless evenings and sharp bistro plates. Skip the reservation planning—seating is strictly walk-in. Regulars drop in for the 4–6pm happy hour pouring vermentino and balanced cocktails before dinner, while early crowds fill the room for beef tartare, charred wagyu skewers, and pillowy burrata with bread. Kitchen orders inevitably gravitate toward the steak frites—served golden, hot, and cooked to a clean sear.
- Walk-In Only & Happy Hour: No reservations needed—tables are walk-in only, with an early 4–6pm window for featured wines and cocktails.
- Standout Bistro Plates: A tightly edited menu anchors around crowd favorites like steak frites, wagyu skewers, and beef tartare.
- Attentive Service: Attentive floor staff keep water glasses full and guide wine choices seamlessly, even through busy weekend rushes.
What's On at Paloma Wine Bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Paloma Wine Bar
Why Burleigh Heads locals and visitors choose Paloma Wine Bar for spontaneous evenings and bistro classics.
Celebrated Bistro Signatures
Renowned signature dishes such as the tender steak frites and specialty cheeseburger are crafted with consistency and depth of flavour.
The steak frites is a MUST!!! Mouthwatering. We will be thinking about it for years!
Chloe Wight Expertly Curated Wine & Beverage Lists
The venue curates a frequently updated selection of wines and bespoke cocktails, backed by knowledgeable staff guidance.
They have a great selection of wines that they frequently update, and the staff are always very informative with guiding us to what we would most likely enjoy based on our preferences.
Will M Effortless Walk-In Availability
Operating purely on a walk-in policy removes the friction of advance reservations, welcoming impromptu dinners and dates.
we actually appreciate having somewhere so nice that we can spontaneously go to without needing a reservation days in advance.
Will M Dedicated Late-Afternoon Aperitif Window
A daily afternoon happy hour from 4 to 6pm offers an inviting window for aperitifs, cocktails, and glasses of wine before dinner.
There was also a a happy hour from 4-6pm which had a nice selection of wines and cocktails to choose from.
Kaitlen Genuine, Unobtrusive Hospitality
Hospitality is defined by attentive, courteous front-of-house and floor teams who take care of every pacing and dining detail.
The staff are professional, attentive, and courteous without ever being intrusive.
Bede Jurisich Total Ease and Carefree Dining
The kitchen and front-of-house teams ensure smooth, seamless execution so guests can unwind without hesitation.
The service both at the table and at the bar by everyone is exquisite, they take care of every detail and always observe and respect the time to enjoy the food and you do not have to worry about anything.
jose gavira
Most popular items
Signature bistro dishes and guest favorites at Paloma Wine Bar
Steak Frites
The steak frites is a MUST!!! Mouthwatering. We will be thinking about it for years!
Chloe Wight Cheese Burger
Omg, legit the best cheese burger I’ve ever had!
House of Glamour Arancini
The food was delicious - arancini and steak & frites were incredible.
Aifric Madden Bread and Burnt Butter
Never said this before, but the butter was amazing.
Kevin Wranovix
Before you head over
Planning advice for walk-in dining, happy hour, and menu favorites at Paloma Wine Bar
Arrive early to navigate the walk-in policy
Paloma operates strictly on walk-ins and does not accept table reservations. On busy weekend evenings, arrive early or expect wait times of 15 to 40 minutes for a table.
Catch the 4–6pm happy hour window
Visit between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to catch their daily happy hour wine and cocktail selections before dinner peak.
Order the signature steak frites with staff wine pairings
The kitchen's steak frites is a consistent customer favorite; pair it with wine recommendations guided by the floor staff.
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