Gooley's

Gooleys is a crowd favourite in Torquay for top notch sandwiches and coffee, with many calling them the best theyve had. Reviewers rave about the Chicken Sandwich/Roll/Sando with crisps, Beef Pastrami Toastie, Ham and Cheese Toastie, Beef Kimchi Toastie, Gabagool, Cuban, Caprese, Tuna with dill and jalapeno, bacon and egg roll, pumpkin with goats cheese and pickled onions, plus quick, consistent coffee and even cookies. Fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced flavours and a small menu with fun weekly specials keep people coming back, often daily.

Service is a standout too. Guests praise the friendly, personal vibe, quick turnaround even when busy, and the way staff remember names and foster a real community feel. Value is noted as reasonable, and the shop is a go to lunch spot after the beach or when showing friends around the coast. A genuine hidden gem.