Crafty's — Restaurant in Gold Coast City

An Unexpected Jewel Down Under: Harbour Town's Alluring Bar Experience

In a city renowned for its glitzy skyline and pristine beaches, it's only natural for a bar in Gold Coast's Harbour Town to rise to the challenge and make an enduring impression. Embracing a distinctive blend of Australian charm and urbane sophistication, this bar manages to capture the essence of the locale while serving up an experience that feels refreshingly global.

The initial waiting period for seating was admittedly a touch elongated, an area that could benefit from a hint of optimisation. However, the overall service effortlessly transcended this minor hiccup. The attentive and affable staff made sure that once seated, the journey through their delectable menu was seamless, fostering an atmosphere that was simultaneously relaxed and conscientiously professional.

As for the ambiance, the musical backdrop was an enticing nod to the past, playing old school tunes that never fail to incite a wave of nostalgia. A fun trip down memory lane, it imbued the place with a distinctive vibrancy that elicited smiles and toe-tapping from every corner of the room.

But let's get down to the main event: the culinary offerings. Despite an initial visual skepticism, the "Crafty’s Famous Chicken Burger" emerged as a triumphant revelation. The bun, though veering on the side of dampness, was easily overshadowed by the centerpiece - a hunk of chicken so tender it could easily stake a claim as the most succulent poultry to grace a bun.

A symphony of textures and flavors, the fried chicken was aptly supported by a sauce that showcased a delicate balance of smoky and fiery tones. With a hint of smoked paprika dancing around the palate, the heat it packed was artfully modulated, just enough to make you appreciate the sizzle without searing your taste buds.

To add to this gastronomic extravaganza, the meal was washed down with a pint of Fixation Little Ray. A fine Australian brew, its fruity notes introduced an unexpected yet harmonious counterpoint to the fiery, smoky chicken, making for a pairing that was as refreshing as it was satisfying.

Stumbling upon this Harbour Town gem was a stroke of serendipity that was worth every minute of the wait. Far from an ordinary bar, it demonstrated the ability to turn a random lunch drop-in into an epicurean event that leaves you yearning for more. An unforgettable experience, this bar's dedication to service, food, and atmosphere sets a high standard in the Gold Coast's bustling...

I reviewed this restaurant about 4-5 months ago and it was good but we came back on a Sunday evening and it has slid down to a very sub par level.

We got tables straight away and seemed to be forgotten about for 5-10 mins. We ordered fish and chips, a burger and cocktails.

There was no cutlery on the table and when the food arrived the waitress went off to get cutlery and napkins but when she placed them on the table it wasn’t next to the dishes but on the table next to us. So we had to reach out to get the cutlery. We saw her wandering around but she never approached us again. Lots of walking from the staff but very little interaction with customers.

The cocktails are so over priced, they use crushed ice and fill it to 70% capacity. You are lucky to get 5 mouthfuls of liquid. For $25 a glass don’t bother.

The fish and chips were fine, nicely cooked and golden. My burger on the other hand was overcooked. I ordered the fried chicken burger. It was a dark brown, super hot on the outside and overly hot on the inside. For $23 you get buns, a dollop of mayo, a piece of lettuce and fried chicken burger. It’s smaller than a Big Mac. Oh and a little silver cup filled with chips. No additional sauces...

Struggling to identify this place, I was mistaken for thinking it is a kid friendly restaurant. There is a market for this place Most commonly seen in surfers paradise. This review is that of a father of 4 reviewing for similar demographic. Basically it’s an over priced pub with house music that gets louder as time goes on to the point you all start yelling at each other and Grandma just smiles and giggles every time someone looks her way. You have to line up at the bar to order your food and drinks, you are given a sports cone with a number on one side for the waiters to identify your table, the system doesn’t work as we were offered food we didn’t order on 2 occasions and the food we did order came out one by one over 25 minutes. I’m sure the waiters have a few words for the table markers too. The kids were happy with there $12-15 (no drink, no desert) meals and my $20 nachos were faultless. The staff are all very well mannered and friendly. If club music, fried chicken and overpriced drinks is your thing then this place is for you but it’s certainly not a place for growing family’s to...