Nothing worse then being in a hurry and a coffee shop forgets your order, sat patiently for 25 mins…read morewhile people well after me got their orders, only reason i was looked at was because i decided to come back to the front counter to remind them i was waiting ... what a joke.

Had a Mocha and a slice of cake. Both were excellent, and the coffee was nice and strong…read more Staff were friendly and the shop design was a nice place to be

I've made a few trips to Penny, some just for coffee (takeaway and sit down) and a few with food…read more Across the board, Penny is outstanding in terms of Brisbane's cafe scene. The baristas are exceptionally skilled, and there is a selection of roasts to choose from. While I normally like my coffee black, something that isn't too hard to make, I've had a few flat whites from Penny which have been excellent. A friend of mine asked if they're able to pull a piccolo using soy milk, without the milk splitting. Despite indicating that the barista don't need to try if they haven't made one before, they produced one (after two failed attempts) by slowly adjusting the extraction to the point where they could add a shot to soy milk without producing soy cheese. Doing this despite explicitly not needing to is the sort of above and beyond that earns long-term customers. The food is similarly stellar. The avo on sourdough may at first blush seem like a pricier version of what everyone else is doing. The flavours in Penny's version are, however, inventive and balanced to a point I haven't had elsewhere. There's a nice balance between the feta, dukkah and pomegranate where you can taste all of them without one overpowering the other. The vegetabowl is similarly great. There's just enough of each ingredient that you can taste them, without the dish being overpowered by one note. Penny's interior makes maximal use of the space. There are comfortably sized tables out front and inside, and some bar seating by the espresso machine. The best seats in the house, though, are out back, and include a few longer tables. The staff at Penny are attentive, friendly and great at pulling a coffee and making food.

What a gem! Penny is the best cafe in the area by far. It is rare to find a cafe that provides an…read moreexcellent choice of coffee (try the home brew) and delicious breakfast. The staff is friendly

I love this bakery/cafe. The pastries are to die for and choice is difficult as to what to buy…read more The bee sting bun is lovely as is the cute biscuits as well. This is a place you do want to visit around Christmas to buy your baked goods to take home. The staff are lovely and it's a quiet place if you want to just sit and eat and read a book

I admit that I am a Eurovision Tragic, it's a big deal in our house and we usually go all out…read morecooking or attempting to cook the food of the Host Nation while it scoring the 'acts'. With this years (2015) Eurovision being held in Austria, naturally the menu/food options consisted of strudel, strudel and MORE strudel. Café Beesting (which used to be King of Cakes) was my go to for Austrian style treats. With lots of onsite parking and seating inside and outside, this is a great little café with lots to offer. I was pretty impressed with the amount of sweet options, including cakes, baked treats as well as savoury choices that you can take away as well. The Cherry Strudel that we had was just the right amount of sweet and tart and I'm starting to crave it as I type.

A fantastic little café punching above its weight…read more Bringing a modern but not sparse aesthetic to the area, you'll first see the AstroTurf facade, and then notice the finer details- Edison globes hang from the ceiling, and road signs hanging from the walls. There's great coffee to be had, and a cabinet of some great looking food. I had the Breakfast Bagel (bacon, egg, sharp cheese and a chunky tomato relish). Service was very quick, even with 20+ people already inside. There's indoor and street seating - your usual faire of kitschy wooden tables and metal stools. Take a seat at the bar, and let the commotion rage on outside. Gas Espresso also sells their beans by the bag. Will be back for sure!

Coffee Lovers your new meeting place is here! This place may be small but BOY does it pack a…read morepersonality. Located on Sherwood Road at Sherwood, this small cafe never has a problem getting bums on seats. From the friendly welcome the minute walk through the door to the order to go window, the service is on point and excellent making your experience one to be savored and talked about with your circle. Popular with school drop and pickup parents, and hot yoga goers these times can see the cafe to capacity but still worth the effort even if it is to go.

The cafe attached to the market is your normal hole on the wall coffee place with a few stools and…read morea bench in front to sit for a bit. The organic coffee they have, on the other hand, is of very high quality and the barista's are friendly and professional. When in need for a quick coffee, this would be a great stop.

I took a risk and planned a surprise birthday breakfast at Buzz without having been there before…read more But I needed a place on the West side to accommodate the available timeframe for some of the guests, and the menu on Buzz's website had me at "ricotta pancakes with candied bacon ice cream". I called ahead, and the lovely phone-answerer recommended making a reservation for the weekends, as they do get quite busy. We booked for 8:30 on a Saturday, and while it wasn't overly full when we arrived, a steady crowd did go through in our time there. The space is breezy and open, and our friends were able to wheel their pram up next to the table. The staff were all so kind and helpful. Our server was happy to fill a cup with hot water to warm a bottle, and they really put the mum at ease. There were several other families with children in high chairs, and it's nice to know there's a place I can bring my mum friends. Even though I had spent days looking over the menu, I panicked upon ordering, because there really were so many things I wanted to try. I opted for the build-your-own breakfast plate. I was a little disappointed with the corn fritters I chose, but having lived in the American south, I have really high fritter standards. I did get a nibble of that bacon ice cream, and I know what I'm ordering next time! The portion sizes are quite large, and it really felt like good value for money. We weren't entirely sure where to park, because it is in the ground level of some units, but there is a nearby parking lot for visitor parking with a short sidewalk around to the restaurant. There may be another lot closer, but it looks under construction at the time of this writing.

Besides the beautiful views of the Brisbane river, this gem is nicely contained near the tennis…read morestadium with free parking. I'll admit my first positive remark is the cheeky waitress that gave me a good laugh. Food portions we're excellent at a decent price. Only negative was the selection of lunchtime menu, but for someone that responds "food" when asked what he wants to eat, I'll mark this as a positive from my view. Highly recommended!

Lovely, comfy little cafe with great coffee and great food. Staff were very friendly, and we were…read moresurprised at how quick the service was.

This is a find - talk about a hidden gem - maybe not that hidden. It is as close to 5 stars as…read moreyou'll find. Atmosphere is rustic but not slow. The staff are friendly and helpful gave a good outline of menu. It has good GF choices. Food order was checked and prices reasonable. Coffee was good but the food stole the attention - just great. Family was very impressed with their choice. It is a gem.

Pretty Good! Dropped in for a catch up with family (group of 5) not a problem - quickly seated with…read morea smile. Ordered coffee - also quickly served, water glasses and jug on the table. Very relaxed and it was easy to talk. Coffee good. Went for lite meal - smashed avo was spot on. The desserts / cakes are plentiful and variety is broad - tried the dragonfruit cake which was good but not extra so. Really nice.

Have now been here twice and on both occasions the quality of service and food has been excellent…read more Two sample points might not be a trend but it gives me the confidence to come back again ... and again, and again. Thanks!

I got to visit Three Girls Skipping twice for brekky while visiting family in Brisbane. It's a cute…read morelocation across from Baker's Delight just steps from the train station, which was convenient when we visited for a quick bite prior to hopping on the train into the city. Both visits I ordered the bacon, egg and cheese roll with tomato chutney, which despite its small size is considerably filling (so good, I ordered it both times). We also sampled the biscuit with cream and jam which was dense but fluffy, warm and delicious. My husband loved his smashed avo on toast. The coffees are mild and well-crafted. Would definitely recommend for a relaxed breakfast or lunch.

We meet again, this time it's great! It is a weekday. I've gotta say though, the home made cake…read morewas fantastic! I really wanted to try more, however my waistline felt alarmingly tight. The coffee was good too and the service prompt. Glad we could make up!