Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Queensland

"Nodo on Elizabeth Street has introduced a grab and go selection featuring a number of nourishing and restorative meals like black bean, falafel and pumpkin hummus bowls and bagels. They’re quick, easy, and there’s plenty without meat. Its dine-in menu also has an extensive range of vegetarian-friendly options."

"Where: 1 Ella St, Newstead, 25 Samuel St, Camp Hill, 300 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City and Shop 65/114 Grey St, South Brisbane. Nodo Donuts take the guilt out of eating a doughnut, or two, or dozen?. They make Brisbane’s best gluten-free doughnuts."

"One of Australia’s renowned centres for live performance, South Bank’s Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) encompasses a range of famous, emerging, local & new performances each year. Housed in a remarkable brutalist concrete venue opened in 1985, QPAC is most known for big-name theatre and music, alongside ballet and comedy. There are four stages inside, with a fifth due for completion in 2022 (the building was future-proofed to a degree with expansion in mind) and hosted more than 1.3 million visitors and 1,200 performances in 2019."

"Also located within the Entertainment District of South Bank, the Queensland Performing Arts Centre has a number of theatres and auditoriums showcasing various famous shows and operas annually. Some of the most recognized shows featured at the centre include Mamma Mia!. , The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Jersey Boys, and International Gala."

"Victoria Park Bistro is a family friendly destination in one of Brisbane’s busiest lifestyle precincts, with plenty of dining options to suit foodies, situated just 2km from the Brisbane CBD and open 7 days a week. And what’s best is they have an on-site Kids Playground and weekend games area with a jumping castle for kids to enjoy. Enjoy a relaxed family breakfast, lunch or dinner in the delightful alfresco setting."

"Whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly breakfast or lunch, the Victoria Park Bistro can deliver. To start the day right, kids can enjoy classic brekky options like bacon and eggs, avocado toast, pancakes, or hash browns, with prices ranging from only $10 to $12. As for lunch, the selection is even more diverse."

"With a crew dedicated to quality cuisine, you know you are in for a culinary treat when heading through Kitchen 8’s doors. Whether you are grabbing takeaway or hosting a family brunch, they are certain to impress. Open seven days a week, their seasonal menus truly showcase all the goodness Queensland has to offer."

"If you like a bit of chocolate with your breakfast (don’t we all) then Picnic Café’s pancakes are for you. Covered in Tim-Tams, Nutella, strawberries, gingerbread crumble, pistachios and ice cream, they’ll have you abandoning boring old eggs Benny for a sugar overdose in no time."

"These Tim Tam pancakes will truly change your life, as bites of fairy floss, strawberry coulis, Nutella, gingerbread crumble and vanilla bean ice cream hit your palate."

"Tim Tam pancakes will change your life as bites of strawberry coulis, Nutella, gingerbread crumble and vanilla bean ice cream hit your palate."

"Housed inside a heritage-listed brick steam-engine room in Teneriffe, Barko & Co serves a tight menu of elevated all-day breakfast dishes such as brioche French toast, a blue cheese omelette, and huevos rancheros. For drinks there’s fresh-pressed juice, smoothies and organic Colombian specialty coffee."

"Initially opening in Teneriffe in 2012, La Macelleria is the real Italian deal!. The owners, both called Matteo (not kidding) are committed to crafting authentic, Bologna-style gelato, offering classic Italian flavours like fior di latte, crema Bologna, and new favourites like raspberry cheesecake. With four venues (Teneriffe, West End, King Street and Coorparoo) they’re never too far away–especially on a hot day."

"Cake and ice-cream are absolute necessities in time of need and in time of play and La Macelleria Gelateria has Brisbane covered during the coronavirus chaos. You can now order from Uber Eats and Deliveroo your go-to flavour of gelato, sorbet, shakes and cakes. Explore their menu and go on and treat yourself!"

"From Bologna to Brisbane, La Macelleria gelataria dishes up delicious traditional Italian gelato, sorbetto and Segafredo espresso. Located on Florence Street in trendy Teneriffe, La Macelleria is the brainchild of two Matteos"

"The perfect neighbourhood coffee spot, Brooks & Stain is a local favourite that epitomises the idea of good food and even better people. Whether you are dining in or taking away, they have a huge range of goodies, all prepared and cooked on site!. If you are someone who loves the classics, they serve up a tasty eggs benedict, or switch things up and have a try of their homemade breakfast quesadilla."

"These guys are serious about their desserts and with the meticulous attention to detail that create these beauties, it definitely pays off. This Japanese dessert house on Brisbane’s south side creates beautifully decorated, intricately made desserts, including their renowned parfaits. One of their best-sellers, the matcha parfait, is the perfect combo of French and Japanese flavours!"

"Sonder, the realisation that every person you see has a life as vivid and complex as your own, a heavy concept for the lightest of condiments. Sonder Desserts provides fruity, tasty treats, light on the ennui, but a perfect cure for your taste buds lacking delicious sensations. Japanese flavours permeate throughout every part of this excellent dessert bar."

"A heritage-listed shopping arcade that runs from 160 Queen Street through to Adelaide Street in the Brisbane CBD be sure to pop in and marvel at its beauty, history and sense of yesteryear. From Terrazzo floors and wooden balustrades to dado panelling and its high-end jeweller and antique store, the Brisbane Arcade still reflects the elegance of its original design. Take a wander through and be sure to use the antique elevator, which is an experience in itself."

"The Brisbane Arcade is a heritage listed building that contains one of the city’s most charming shopping arcades. In addition to its art deco style architecture, the arcade is of historical importance as it was built by one of Brisbane’s most important and mysterious colonial families – the Maynes. The arcade was built by siblings James and Mary Mayne and opened in 1924 on the land their brother Isaac had bought in 1892."

"This place is known to offer some of the coolest and rarest offers all across the town!. The place is said to be opened by the Premier of the Queensland. The honors were done in 1982 by Joh Bjelke-Petersen."

"Located in the east of Brisbane, this place’s exact location is in Queensland!. Having completed with the redevelopment in the year of 2012, this place is said to be the third largest shopping place in the city. The things which make it well known is the presence of 450 stores that are helpful in catering to the needs of people and the availability of 6000 car parking space!"

"Expect an intimate dining experience 
at Aria with views of the Brisbane River and the Story Bridge as a backdrop. Choose from the award-winning drinks list and enjoy a glass of wine while you dine on a menu devised by Matt Moran."