Brisbane's 20 Most-Popular Cafes of 2024
French bakeries, world-renowned croissanteries, beloved Brisbane coffee spots — they've been keeping you fed and caffeinated in 2024.
For some, beginning the day without a warm beverage is utterly unthinkable, whether coffee, tea or hot chocolate takes your fancy. Maybe your morning routine is all about eggs in an array of dishes instead — or you could love nothing more than pastries and other baked goods. Whichever fits, Brisbane's cafe scene delivers.
French bakeries, world-renowned croissanteries, beloved local coffee spots: they're among the places that've been keeping you fed and caffeinated in 2024, based on what you've been searching for.
Our list of the city's most clicked-on cafes throughout this year is packed with top places for brekkie, brunch, lunch, a cuppa and more. It'll also help you start the day right in 2025.
Image: Rise Bakery.
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Little Black Pug
1297 Logan Road, Mount Gravatt
If you love dogs as much as you do coffee and brekkie, this local Mount Gravatt favourite is for you.
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Cooee Cafe & Restaurant
1825 Creek Road, Cannon Hill
This 200-seat Cannon Hill spot for a caffeine fix, bite and cocktail is part of Minnippi Golf & Range, Brisbane's first public golf course in more than 70 years.
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Alphabet 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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Medley Cafe & Restaurant
62 Wharf Street, Kangaroo Point
Enjoy a delicious global-inspired meal with a delightful Brisbane view.
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Kenilworth Island Bakery
3 First Avenue, Bongaree
The beloved bakery finally has an outpost closer to Brisbane serving its famed coffee- and hot chocolate-filled doughnuts.
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The Brooke
116 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley
A charming coffee spot on the forecourt of a gothic-inspired church.
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The New Black
694 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
The Black Lab Coffee Co roaster's flagship store in Bakery Lane.
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Industry Beans Newstead
18 Proe Street, Newstead
Find the Melbourne coffee pioneer's famed bubble tea cold brews at its original Brisbane outpost.
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Veneziano 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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Picnic Cafe West End
111 Boundary Street, West End
Meet West Village's go-to for inventive brunch dishes cocktails aplenty.
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Lune 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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Anouk 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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Toby's Estate Coffee Roasters Brisbane
33 Longland Street, Newstead
This brand's Brisbane flagship cafe features an espresso bar, filter bar and training bar — and pours 80 different types of coffee each year.
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Agnes 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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Single 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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King Arthur Cafe
164c Arthur Street, Fortitude Valley
A contemporary cafe deserving of a crown.
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Reverends 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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Frankie's Food Hall
80 Ann Street, Brisbane City
Meet Ann Street's new Euro-inspired sandwich diner, carvery and deli.