Brisbane's 20 Most Popular Cafes of 2023
Standout coffee roasters, Portuguese custard tart havens, cult-favourite bakeries — here's where you've been heading in 2023.
Some culinary cravings come and go. The yearning for a top-notch caffeine fix, aced baked goods to go with it, and a satisfying cafe-style meal? That's eternal. Luckily, Brisbane is flush with world-class spots pushing the boundaries of this city's coffee culture and pairing their brews with tasty eats.
While it's always comforting to head to your local for your morning flatty, we're always on the lookout for the next great barista, and these are the Brissie cafes you've all been on the search for in 2023. We've compiled a list of the most clicked-on cafes throughout the this year that you can know where your peers have been finding those icy cold brews and next-level sambos.
Use this as a reflection on your best brekkies and brunches of 2023 — and a hitlist for all of your future oat caps.
Image: Veneziano Coffee Roasters.
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RestaurantFrankie's Food Hall
80 Ann Street, Brisbane City
Meet Ann Street's new Euro-inspired sandwich diner, carvery and deli.
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RestaurantRise Bakery Portside Wharf
39 Hercules Street, Hamilton
After proving a hit at Sanctuary Cove, this French-inspired pastry haven has opened its first Brisbane outpost.
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RestaurantThe Brooke
116 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley
A charming coffee spot on the forecourt of a gothic-inspired church.
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RestaurantAlphabet Cafe
243 Boundary Street, West End
Head along to this cafe for the A to Z of sweet treats in Brisbane.
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RestaurantThe Green
27 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Tuck into dishes like green shakshuka, tahini granola and spiced king salmon while surrounded by plants — then take some greenery home with you.
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RestaurantThe New Black
694 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
The Black Lab Coffee Co roaster's flagship store in Bakery Lane.
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RestaurantLait Noir
144 Edward Street, Brisbane City
This Edward Street newcomer is adding Parisian vibes to Brisbane's cafe scene.
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RestaurantHawthorne Coffee
85 Riding Road, Hawthorne
Riding Road just scored a new go-to for gourmet toasties and a top-notch caffeine fix.
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RestaurantMedley Cafe & Restaurant
62 Wharf Street, Kangaroo Point
Enjoy a delicious global-inspired meal with a delightful Brisbane view.
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RestaurantSorelle Eatery
242 Hawken Drive, Saint Lucia
The Tognini's team also runs this Italian-inspired cafe and homewares shop in St Lucia.
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RestaurantLune Croissanterie South Brisbane
15 Manning Street, South Brisbane
Melbourne's acclaimed bakery slings its world-famous croissants and coveted specials in South Brisbane.
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RestaurantMica Brasserie
194 Breakfast Creek Road, Newstead
This riverside patisserie-cum-bistro is perfect for leisurely weekend brunches.
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RestaurantVeneziano Coffee West End
369 Montague Road, West End
This Montague Road spot has reopened after renovations — and now lets you watch coffee roasting in action as you get your caffeine fix.
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RestaurantAgnes Bakery
85 James Street, Fortitude Valley
This pastry offshoot from Fortitude Valley's Agnes restaurant is pairing baked goods with coffee five days a week.
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RestaurantAnouk Cafe
212 Given Terrace, Paddington
Great food and service makes parting with your bed on a Saturday morning a little easier.
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RestaurantReverends Fine Coffee
372 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
The hero of the space? A seriously space-age coffee machine named “Spirit” that welcomes you on arrival.
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RestaurantPicnic Cafe West End
111 Boundary Street, West End
Meet West Village's go-to for inventive brunch dishes cocktails aplenty.
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RestaurantLisboa Caffe
58 Hope Street, South Brisbane
This market and cafe favourite has opened its own bricks-and-mortar Portuguese custard tart bakery in South Brisbane.
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RestaurantSingle O Newstead
16 Austin Street, Newstead
Single O has launched its first Brisbane coffee bar in Newstead, complete with self-serve taps.
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RestaurantKurtosh West End
, West End
The Central European-inspired pastry joint is known for its nutella-filled, cylindrical-shaped kürtőskalács, and also serves up burekas, brandy balls and cakes by the slab.
