Velvet Café & Lounge

Step off Ozone Parade and into Velvet Café & Lounge. Pure aesthetic bliss. Warm, refined, totally spotless. Gold Coast hospitality veterans will tell you this spot sets the benchmark for a proper coastal brekkie. The service is razor-sharp—literally, they hand out serious blades to effortlessly crack through their crusty sourdough and focaccia. The coffee program? Next level. Expect a rich, nutty espresso extraction with a flawless crema that keeps caffeine fiends ordering second rounds. For a twist, the layered Strawberry Matcha hits an impeccable bitter-creamy equilibrium. Food-wise, go straight for the authentic *tortilla de patatas*—a thick, perfectly set Spanish omelet—or a divine caramel croissant. Grab a seat on the sun-drenched, dog-friendly terrace. Sip a freshly squeezed OJ. A flawless, slow morning sorted.