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The Glenelg Public House

9/2460 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

Recommended by 77 people

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9/2460 Gold Coast Hwy, Mermaid Beach QLD 4218, Australia

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+61 7 5575 2284
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Glenelg Public House

This Mermaid Beach gastropub sets the standard for serious beef lovers with specialty cuts cooked over fire. Diners head here for the Mayura Station chocolate-fed Wagyu—presented tableside on raw tomahawk boards where you pick your cut by weight and daily market price. The room stays intimate and candlelit, ideal for sharing roasted bone marrow, beef tartare, and an eye fillet with garlic-butter greens, all rounded out by a warm apple crumble.

  • Chocolate-Fed Wagyu: Specialty full-blood cuts from Mayura Station roasted on the bone for deep flavor.
  • Tableside Cut Selection: Staff showcase raw tomahawk cuts tableside so guests can inspect size, weight, and daily pricing before firing.
  • Intimate Pub Atmosphere: Low-lit, candlelit pub atmosphere paired with unpretentious hospitality and covered outdoor dog-friendly seating.
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Why Choose The Glenelg Public House

From specialized chocolate-fed Wagyu cuts to thoughtful hospitality for date nights and family celebrations, here is why diners choose The Glenelg Public House.

  • Exclusive Chocolate-Fed Wagyu Cuts

    Guests can experience rare Mayura Station chocolate-fed Wagyu, renowned for its distinctive marbling and rich profile.

    The chocolate fed wagyu and bone marrow were the stars of the show.

    Ritta Hanna

  • Precision-Cooked Prime Steaks

    Premium cuts like tomahawks and eye fillets are expertly prepared with an exact sear and melt-in-mouth tenderness.

    I ordered the eye fillet and it was absolutely amazing – so tender, perfectly cooked, and full of flavour.

    Anastasia Kollis

  • Atmospheric Celebrations & Date Nights

    A dimly lit, candlelit pub ambiance provides an intimate backdrop for romantic evenings and milestone birthdays.

    Guys, you gave us the best date night out on the coast!!

    Sarah Hampson

  • Dedicated Milestone Hospitality

    Attentive staff go above and beyond to make milestone birthdays and family gatherings feel celebrated and memorable.

    thank you for making my husbands 50th so memorable and delicious

    Omikami

  • Stress-Free Allergy Care

    Attentive allergy management and kitchen protocols give dining families complete peace of mind.

    Their attention to allergy protocols was outstanding, and it gave us the rare gift of relaxing and truly enjoying our magnificent meal.

    D Gravenall

  • Welcoming Solo & Flexible Dining

    Front-of-house staff offer welcoming, accommodating hospitality for solo diners and unexpected booking mix-ups.

    Even though I was dining solo, the experience still felt warm and welcoming.

    Anastasia Kollis

Hand-selected cuts cooked with precision and distinctive character

  • Tomahawk Steak

    The tomahawk steak was cooked to perfection with an amazing sear

    miki Smith

  • Chocolate-fed Wagyu

    The chocolate fed wagyu and bone marrow were the stars of the show.

    Ritta Hanna

  • Eye Fillet

    Eye fillet was tender as butter and dessert is to dye for!!!

    Sara Artoni

  • T-Bone Wagyu

    cooked-to-perfection medium t-bone wagyu

    Omikami

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and desserts that round out the dining experience

  • Bone Marrow

    We ordered beef tartare and bone marrow which was to die for and highly recommended.

    Jalice

  • Apple Crumble

    the apple crumble topped off an already fantastic meal

    Brittni Pearce

  • Beef Tartare

    The beef tartare was delicious, rich with a well balanced acidic touch to add depth.

    Alan Lam

  • Oysters

    the bone marrow and oysters were incredibly fresh and flavorful

    miki Smith

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service gestures and personalized dining touches that elevate every visit.

  • Tableside Tomahawk Selection

    Staff bring out 4–5 individual tomahawk cuts directly to your table, detailing the weight and market price so you can inspect and select your preferred piece before cooking.

  • Attentive Allergy Protocol Care

    Servers and kitchen teams actively normalize dietary requirements, executing clear allergy protocols that allow families managing severe allergies to dine without stress.

  • Accommodating Paced Seating for Booking Mix-Ups

    When accidental reservation mix-ups occur during fully booked services, managers accommodate walk-in timing by prioritizing kitchen pacing so guests can dine comfortably before the next seating.

  • Hands-On Milestone Celebration Touches

    Waitstaff and owners personally engage with milestone celebrations, ensuring special recognition for events like 18th and 50th birthdays.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering large cut steaks like the tomahawk work?

For sharing steaks like the Mayura Station tomahawk, staff present a selection of raw cuts tableside so you can inspect the exact size, weight, and daily market pricing before making your choice.

Should I make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, table reservations are accepted and recommended, especially for evening dinner service and busy weekend nights when the dining room regularly fills up.

Is outdoor seating dog-friendly?

Yes, outdoor covered seating in the beer garden is available, and well-behaved dogs are welcome in this outside area.

What is the parking situation like?

While on-site and nearby parking exists, on-site bays can fill up rapidly during peak dinner times, so planning ahead or arriving early is advisable.

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