Backstreet Espresso offers the friendliest service I have ever encountered. The owner, Michael,…read moreseems to know all his customers by their first name. Very impressive! The staff always acknowledge you with a warm welcome on arrival too. I think I've grown so accustomed to staff not making eye contact and ignoring me that great service come as a bit of a shock. Fortunately the service is backed-up with really great coffee. Every coffee also comes with a free bite-size brownie. These are delicious and my partner will often buy a few extra. I'm yet to try any of the other food on offer in their display cabinet. There is a real feeling of community at Backstreet Espresso. Michael has set-up a noticeboard where lots of local businesses have pinned their business cards. There are also lots of posters and flyers on the walls for upcoming local events. I like having a peruse while I wait for my coffee, if Michael or one of the friendly staff are too busy for a chat. As the name suggests, Backstreet Espresso is located in a nice quiet backstreet. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating if you want to relax and enjoy your coffee. Newspapers and magazines are available if you want to have a read.

The best! Great coffee and Michael is a great host. The lil piece of brownie on each coffee is the…read moreicing on the cake. Would recommend this spot to anyone!

Great find in my move to the area. It's walk ins only and neither times have I had to wait. There…read moreis inside and outside seating with the inside feeling fresh and bright. Yes I've been there twice now. Two weekends in a row around 8am. Both with friends and all trying something different from the menu. Everyone had only positive things to say, except maybe the portions were large and they shouldn't have eaten it all. If you're going for breakfast they are not going to have your typical breakfast foods. But who doesn't love a lunch style menu for breakfast. Regardless, you'll have trouble deciding what to have. It's an eclectic menu and if you prefer something on the lighter side there is a bakery onsite as well. I was told the chef likes to play around when I asked about a particular biscuit/cookie. Think red velvet biscuit with marshmallow inside. The staff are very friendly and helpful giving recommendations with regard to what might satisfy your craving when you've narrowed your decision down to two. For my part there were a lot of meals with eggs which I'm very fussy about so typically just don't choose it (makes sense ). But there were a couple I just really want to try next time and was told some accommodation could be made. Having said that the ingredients in each meal are so well thought out I would really not want to change things up. Unless it was to maybe ask for the egg on the side. Will I be back. Yes definitely, even if just for a coffee and pastry. I will try to not be so excited to eat and even take some photos.

This little place came highly recommended, with descriptions that made me salivate. So, off we went…read morewith high expectations. We didn't booked, because it was a rainy Saturday, surely, most people are still in their cosy warm beds. We put our name on the wait-list when we arrived. It wasn't too long before we were shown to a table. Tick! We promptly placed our orders and sat back to chat, enjoying the buzz in the space. Interiors was clean, simple and homely. We liked that. Front of house was staffed by a young team. Most of the staff was friendly enough, but looked to be under the pump and it showed on their faces. However, a couple of the girls looked disinterested and lacked a smile, which is very important in a customer service-oriented industry. My girlfriend ordered a coffee and it arrived in a timely manner. We thought, this is a good sign, perhaps the food would soon follow, as they seemed to be an efficient team. Two tables arrived, we peeked and saw that they ordered similar dishes to ours. We got excited, thinking we would be next. Nope! 40 minutes passed with one waiter reassuring us that our food is only, but minutes away. We accepted their response and continued to wait patiently. Our food finally arrived after we enquired about it again. With a rushed apology, she set down our food and vanished. We enjoyed the food, it was very well presented and was super tasty. When we finished, our plates was immediately cleared away and we were asked if we wanted more coffees. All this happened while we were in deep conversation. After refusing further coffees, we were handed the bill without asking for it. This is a very rude thing to do, as the establishment is implying that we need to move on. As a person with a massive hospitality background, this is a big no-no in the industry. It is rude and leaves a sour taste in the customer's mouth despite the beautiful food. I cannot recommend this space, as they need to life their game with it comes to customer service. Food wise, not much to fault from my one meal. I later found out that my girlfriend frequent this place often and every time her servings have been bigger for the same dish.

Recently bought by the barista himself this place is a real local "pop in for a take away coffee"…read morekind of place. The barista is friendly and know's his regulars which is always a good sign. If you choose to stay for a while the cafe is decked out with eclectic furniture, choose your own mug and the morning sun. Only a small food selection of toasties & muffins but its more about the coffee. Give it a shot if you haven't been by for a while.

Blue Poppy is a small suburban café nestled into the otherwise unassuming Asquith Street, quietly…read moreremoved form the busy Richmond Road. During the week Blue Poppy offers the usual range of espresso-based coffees and teas, as well as a number of juices (and poppers!), pre-packed sandwiches and usual café fair that is thick cut banana bread and other small sweets. During the week only pre-prepared food is available, though they do offer a cooked breakfast on weekends. The banana bread that I had was nicely toasted, and pretty thick given the price. The coffee, made from di Bella beans, is excellently pulled. There is no bitterness in the espresso and the beans are well balanced. If you can get in between 7.30-8.30am, the coffee comes in at an astounding $2 for the regular (single shot) size. Cold pressed iced coffees and iced chocolates are also available in the fridge. The place has a warm suburban feel, and the staff are exceedingly friendly. Despite being staffed by a single person, the service is prompt and quick. Dog friendly, though the dogs are kept outside.

Friendly staff. Good selection of hot and cold sandwiches. Lovely breakfast items including fresh…read morecoffee.

Maybe the best burger place in Brisbane. Had the mankini (chicken) burger with haloumi chips…read more Amazing. Whole family loved their burgers. Seemed to be popular with tradies for lunch, always a good sign.

Great cafe We stopped by for a coffee and an afternoon treat…read morelate on a Sunday afternoon and we were pleasantly surprised. The coffee was great and there was a great selection of baked goods to choose from in the display cabinet. There are not many places open for coffee in the late afternoon and we are super happy to have found a great option in our local shopping centre!

Awesome cafe with great staff and excellent service - the coffee is always amazing and the the food…read moreis delicious.

My sisters have been raving about brunch from Flute for ages, and as I've just moved home to…read moreBrisbane I was pretty stoked to see that a new location had popped up just around the corner from home at Coorparoo. The plan is to work my way through the entire menu, but I started with the basics for my first time around - avocado plate. They do some interesting plating, and in this case it kind of felt like I'd received a build-your-own bruschetta. Three dishes down one side of a wooden block contained smashed avocado, salt and pepper (lots of pepper) tomato salsa and an enormous chunk of feta, while the rest of the surface area was covered in slices of Turkish bread. Everything about it was delicious, although next time I'd probably add eggs. Dave A. added eggs to his mountain of salmon and I was very jealous.

My family and I came here, and will not again. My eldest son said he saw a cockroach crawling…read more around before disappearing under a chair. The food was bland and definitely overpriced for what it was. Wouldn't go with the coffee. The owner gave me a weird vibe when he introduced himself, and later heard him yelling at a young staff member for no reason. We left halfway through the meal, and decided we would not be returning. Me and my wife believe that the enviroment also matters, so seeing the owner go off at a staff member over something unreasonable was not something we considered a good place to dine.

If you're looking for a quiet spot to enjoy tea and coffee, or perhaps a bite to eat, away from the…read morehustle and bustle of the Carindale's food courts, this cafe is located across from Big W. Nothing fancy about this place. Their menu is pretty excessive - so you have options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner if you like. My husband and I opted for the "Cajun Wedges with sour cream and guacamole" to share as our afternoon snack (we had a small breakfast and no lunch). The servings were heapful, and I'm impressed that we even had some of the sour cream and guacamole left over! Guacamole is very lemony, which I like. Staff were friendly and when I had enquired if they could make a "Dirty Chai" for me, the cashier checked with me by explaining what it is (shot of espresso coffee into a chai latte). Great! They have the menus on random tables so just grab one if you want to sit down and read it first before you order at the counter. Some bakery options, including a couple GF items (Byron Bay cookies, chocolate sticky date pudding, caramel slice when we were there).

I had breakfast here this morning as I was looking for somewhere quiet to sit with my increasingly…read moreshouty baby. The Merlo coffee was excellently prepared and the "Boutique Breakfast" of scrambled eggs, hash browns, tomato, toast and bacon was sufficient and though the eggs were over beaten and tough, the rest was fine. The staff were friendly, welcoming and fast and they didn't even seem to mind my noisy tot. I will definitely be returning for a coffee next time I want somewhere more sheltered and less exposed to passers-by.

The service was quite good but $70 for 2 coffees & 2 large but very average tasting burgers was…read moresuch a shock!! We ate inside, upstairs where there were overhead fans but no aircon & no fresh air, so it was quite warm. There are plenty of other reasonably priced establishments nearby with better tasting food. We will never return!!

This is a nice cafe in Seven Hills. It is located in a small shopping area so you'll definitely…read morehave to go out of your way to come here, unless you live in the neighbourhood. I had one of their omelettes and it was good. The service was pleasant and nothing bad in particular jumped out to me. I'm easy to please so there you go. Can't go wrong with checking this place out for breakfast.

We love discovering new places in Brisbane, especially if it involves food or coffee! Locco…read moreEspresso located at 1/2 Queensport Road, Murrarie is a recently opened destination coffee stop for all the locals; a coffee shop that locals have been craving for a very long time. The lovely owner, who is a mother of 3 has always had a passion for food & coffee, & finally opened her humble cafe abode only 3 months ago. They currently serve a small range of delicious snacks & cakes, as well as tea but the most exciting news is that in 2 weeks time, they will be serving hot breakfasts!!We are so looking forward to that! This cafe is also kid friendly, as it has a large outside area for families to sit down & catch up with friends while the kids play. Locco Espresso serve delicious Di Bella coffees- Felici, which is a beautiful dark roast coffee, with subtle acidity & flavours & aroma of dark chocolate which instantly wakes you up & warms your belly. They are perfectionists when making coffee, so you will never get a bad one! Here I had the flat white with almond milk & the homemade coconut & mango bread which was SO DELICOUS!!! If you live locally or near the area, you must check them out for a coffee!! Thanks to the ladies from Bambi & Beck and We heart Coffe (in Morningside) for recommending this place. Love supporting small business. Locco Espresso is Located across from the Murrarie train station and Open everyday: MONDAY TO FRIDAY: 5.30am till 2.00pm SATURDAY/SUNDAY: 7.00am till 11.00am

Amazing food! Awesome service! It is basically a little hideout. The food is amazing and fast…read more People are always the nicest there and just my overall favourite spot. Food it very affordable and very delicious.

Amazing Dramanti Coffee and all-day breakfast make this new cafe something special! Located on…read moreRiding Rd, Cupcakes' recently opened and although they are very quiet for now, they have the potential to be your local breakfast stop. They have sit-down table service and very friendly staff, and are open 7 days a week from 7am-3pm. Their takeaway coffee is to die for and my personal favourites are their deconstructed salads and the french toast with poached pears.