Brisbane's 20 Most Popular Cafes of 2024 So Far
Here's where you've been getting your breakfast, brunch, lunch and caffeine fixes during 2024.
Is there any better way to start the day than with a warm beverage — whether or not it's taking care your caffeine needs — plus a delicious meal that you didn't have to make yourself? Not at Brisbane's cafes, where you can find everything from a stellar cuppa to croissants and pastries that will make you want to give up all other types of food, plus all kinds of eggs and avocado dishes.
Across 2024 so far, you've been searching for long-term River City favourites, roasteries setting up shop in town, daytime havens surrounded by greenery and a whole lot more — and we've rounded up the results. Next time that you have a brekkie date on the cards, can't get through a morning without a cafe brunch or are just craving the best coffee (or tea or hot chocolate) that you can get, here's where to head.
Image: Toby's Estate, Markus Ravik.
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RestaurantLittle 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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RestaurantCooee 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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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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RestaurantKenilworth 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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RestaurantIndustry 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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RestaurantThe Brooke
116 Brookes Street, Fortitude Valley
A charming coffee spot on the forecourt of a gothic-inspired church.
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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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RestaurantThe New Black
694 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
The Black Lab Coffee Co roaster's flagship store in Bakery Lane.
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BarDoughcraft Mary Street
181 Mary Street, Brisbane City
The European bakery and deli has launched a second outpost in the Brisbane CBD — and it's also a wine bar.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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RestaurantToby'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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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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RestaurantFrankie's Food Hall
80 Ann Street, Brisbane City
Meet Ann Street's new Euro-inspired sandwich diner, carvery and deli.
