Yum! If you like European smallgoods check out Adam's. Actually if you like all kinds of deli…read moredelights, this is the place to swing by. I buy fancy olives, spicy sausage and cheese here for get togethers, but sometimes drop in for a custom built salad sandwich; the smallgoods are all made without preservatives and are at their traditional best. There's knackwurst, smoked corned beef, leberkase, kassler and more. The chicken and garlic sausage is really good. Obviously these guys need time to make their smallgoods,as the shop closes at 3pm most days, so don't leave it too late in the day to drop in.

Fresh Cuts Butcher has to have some of the best value BBQ chickens around. On special you can get…read moretwo for just over $10 and they are a really decent size, enough to feed half a dozen people. They have a nice range of what you would expect from your local butcher, beef, steak, chicken, cuts of pork. The service is fast and friendly. You can easily walk in, get what you need and be out again in under 10 minutes. Some of the cuts of meat are really nicely seasoned.

Fresh Cuts had a managment change some months ago, and the new owners are much more friendly than…read moreprevious. Still great meat at very reasonable prices. Their Fijian Heat chilli sausages are the best!!!

Brown's Bakery got with the program. When this nice family took over the bakery in the middle of…read moreone of Cleveland's busiest street, they brought it into the 21st. The tired old place got a facelift but no legacy treasure was lost; the average bread made way for a great range of breads, pastries, cakes and hot savouries. The pies are really good - especially the steak and tomato, which my firend has regularly when he needs to eat lunch on the run. Best of all for those allergic to bakeries, these dudes make a really goood range of gluten free breads and cakes. They keep some range on the shop floor, or you can order ahead. Gluten free seedy loaves start at about $5.00.

YThis local bakery with friendly staff has a nice selection of sweet and savoury baked items and…read moretasty fresh sandwiches with some gourmet filling options. They have a nice seating area which makes it a great spot for a good value lunch.

When my friend moved from West End to Coorparoo, I had visions of the severe withdrawals she'd be…read morehaving from all things local and organic in West End. Turns out, Coorparoo is pretty well equipped. And if I recall rightly, West End doesn't have an organic butcher. Watch out--Coorparoo could be the next big thing! Allsop and England is a fantastic little butcher and everything in there is organic except the cheerios. Most of their meat comes from an organic grower in Roma and their chicken from an organic free range grower in Murgon, so you can be sure that your meat isn't travelling too far. They not only sell all your regular cuts of meat beef, lamb and pork, but also do a few things out of the ordinary like goat and duck. We bought a whole duck from there the other day and roasted it--amazing. The prices are reasonable, in fact really reasonable considering it's organic. I'd say it's definitely cheaper than buying Coles organic meat, for example. With so few organic butchers around, I would make a special trip just to go to this butcher. In fact, I'd like to make a habit of it.

ORGANIC BUTCHER. What more possibly needs to be said?…read more Eating organic meat has always been far more important to me than eating organic veggies (if you can do both, you get pats on the back). Luckily, today, I'm going to save you from a long winded, morally righteous rant about it. I'll keep to the basics which are said as simply as this: ORGANIC MEAT IS GOOD FOR YOU, THE ANIMAL, AND THE FARMER. SHOP HERE. ALL THE TIME. START TODAY. Allsop and England also like to keep it local too. You'll see the signs proudly exclaiming that they like "to keep it Australian". Most of their meat comes less than 10 hours driving distance away in Queensland, and so, in the grand scheme of things, these guys are really keeping it close to home. They don't really do 'fancy' here. They've got all your classic cuts, and meats, but nothing too over the top or flashy. They don't need to draw you in using tricks. They're local, they're organic. What more do you want? I am ecstatic to report that the prices are no more expensive than what you'd find at Coles or any other non organic butcher. Are you reading this properly? At Allsop and England, you essentially pay less to eat better meat. I hope I've made my point clear. This is your new butcher. It's good for you, your pocket, for the butcher, for the animals, for the farmers that supply the butcher. Feel proud to purchase your flesh goods here.

I love coming here ever Thursday or Friday, Bayless Cafe has a big menu, and everything is…read morewonderful to eat and really delicious. the customer service is always excellent Aswell, every time I walk in, I get greeted wonderfully.

This cafe is a surprise gem. The owner/operator makes you feel incredibly welcome, while the coffee…read moreand food is reasonably priced and tasty indeed. The menu is very diverse. Everything from pies and scrambled eggs through to stir fries and baked treats. So far everything I've tried has been top notch. There is a nice selection of papers and magazines if you are dining alone. There is also a large TV mounted on a wall, usually running ABC24.

Vegetarians look away now. Okay, let's kick this review off…read more Meat @ Billy's has a reputation of being one of Brisbane's best butchers and they're not exaggerating. If I want quality cuts of meat, Billy's is where I make a beeline for. Last week was no exception when I wanted to buy a few of the Italian Sausages that I'd discovered were what Merriweather Cafe use in their breakfast baguette. Unfortunately, they were sold out when I arrived but that didn't stop me leaving with bacon, Canadian Maple pork sausages and a leg of pork to slow roast. There's plenty of condiments to consider as well and you'll rarely leave empty handed. The lads behind the counter are friendly, helpful and, using a fan dangled pulley-system contraption, will even open the door for you as you leave. And yes, it is slightly more pricey than what you might buy in the supermarket but I feel it is worth it for the higher quality of produce. It isn't often I crave meats of any kind but if I do, I want it to be good.

Meat @ Billy's is acknowledged as one of Brisbane's best butchers. They have a great range of…read moremeat, but what sets them apart is their staff. They know where the meat came from (which is important to environmentalists and animal lovers like me) and they can take you through the different cuts and best cooking methods for each. Like all awesome butchers they also have dog bones for sale, and are not above slipping a little extra in the package for a particularly personable puppy. You will pay a little more than at the supermarket, but the taste difference is astronomical and well worth the expense.

An absolute five-star hidden gem! While Sunrise Butcher is a meat shop, their Peking Duck is…read moreundoubtedly the hidden champion. Every time I pass by Sunnybank Plaza, I'm drawn to the glossy, enticing ducks hanging in the front window. A whole duck is only $40, and the owner will kindly chop it up for you at no extra cost, even including complimentary sauces. The meat is incredibly tender and juicy, with the skin having the perfect crispness--it's incredibly authentic. One duck is enough for two people to enjoy for at least three generous meals, making it the king of value for money! This isn't just a delicious meal; it's the perfect break from the everyday dinner rotation. If you're looking for authentic Asian food, you must not miss the Peking duck from this shop. You will not be disappointed!

A small, Chinese-owned butcher shop located in Sunnybank Plaza, the number one Asian shopping…read more destination in the area. Sunrise stocks an amazing array of meat cuts that are well-priced and a freezer full of frozen specialty items. But we don't go there for their meat; we go there for their Peking Ducks which hang so appetisingly in their front window. A whole duck is now $40 but they'll chop it up for you at no extra cost and there's complimentary sauces as well. The duck is incredibly tender and moist and makes for at least three meals for a couple. It's a delicious break from the everyday meal menu rotation and more than value-for-money. Buy one, enjoy it!

This bakery has some of the best pies on the bayside. We gained a few kilos eating them last winter…read morebecause they're just so good that everytime we were driving by around lunch time, we couldn't resist. There are heaps of varieties - you'll know the usual suspects - chunky beef and bacon, pepper, chicken curry, beef and tomato, etc. I knew they tasted great but just discovered yesterday when talking to one of the local business women that they get their meat from the busy butcher a few doors down. We like the meat from this fellow too, so now I feel even better about these pies, knowing they are made from great ingredients.