An oasis inside the CBD area! Beautiful outdoor garden and it's truly relaxing and hidden, the food…read morewas amazing! Can't recommend the crab and prawn egg sandwich enough it was super flavorful, the coffee was amazing. The staff really goes above and beyond truly felt like they treat you like family, highly recommend and can't wait to come back!

Everything was great! We wanted to order chicken burgers, but it was sold out. Instead, we…read moreordered MALA PRAWN PASTA, and we were very pleased with it. Jelly cold coffee tastes great, and the Jello was not necessary. Cold Taro latte was to milky taste. Not recommended. But if one day we come back to Brisbane again, we will definitely come again!

This cafe, awkwardly positioned in a pocket of Pickering Road, might seem familiar. Their interior…read morehas been done before - mismatched plates and cups, famous people as table numbers, kitsch china figurines and oddly, many lifesize jars of Nutella. But give it a chance. What gives this spot a point of difference, in my opinion, is their choose-your-own-adventure style breakfast menu. They give you the base (eggs and toast - $8.90) and the rest is up to you. Pulled pork (china town style, hoisin meets char siu and dances with soy), vegetable fritter, Haloumi, mushroom, hollandaise? The list is seemingly endless. I arrived to try it all out at 11:30ish on a Friday. It's not overly busy but noisy. You've been warned. The concrete shell of this store means sound proofing isn't an option. Their specialty drink appears to be a cappucino (Genovese beans) with weird and wonderful flavours like nutella or such mixed through. I stick with a flat white that's easy to drink but lacking any oomph. I had read a review previous to going that said ask for a double-shot if you prefer a real coffee kick and I'm inclined to agree. As tempted as I was by the sides menu, I opted for a 6-in Steak & Philly Sub ($10). I've never had a philly steak before but when my plate is served I'm a little lost as what to do with the second slice of baguette. Served as an open sandwich, I'd happily pay a little less for not having the lonesome slice of bread or pay a little extra to have more topping to use on the other slice. I'd actually also love to know if I could have swapped the baguette out for it all served on a bed of spinach. I quite like what's going on at Hansell & Gretel. It's not new but it is a new take on breakfast for this particular area which (and they're directly across the road from iconic Grub Street) I think makes it an interesting game of play for locals! I liked that it wasn't stuffy or pretentious, just familiar food done reasonably well.

Hansell & Gretel is a fairly new spot in Gaythorne, open for breakfasts and lunches every day of…read morethe week. It's small, unpretentious but a bit quirky, and does good food and coffee with friendly service and reasonable prices. The menu selection has some interesting things on there (each has a fairytale-themed name - cute), with a mix of savoury and sweet options, but what is excellent is the long list of extras that means you can tailor your meal to suit. I like being able to add avocado and haloumi to everything! There is also a small, slightly more lunch-focused section of the menu which has things like a burger, philly cheese steak sub, and banh mi. I'm told the philly cheese steak sub is good, it definitely is big! I haven't tried any of the sweet menu options yet, but so far the savoury things I've tried have been yum. They have a decent looking selection of cakes/muffins/etc, many of which are gluten-free or dairy-free (or both). Hansell & Gretel is right next to train (Gaythorne station) and bus (390), but free street parking is also available down nearby side-streets. Seating is both inside and outside, I just wish the outside seats got sunshine in winter! It should be a cooler outdoor spot in summer though to make up for it. Latest update: something has changed, and it's more than the refreshed menu with higher prices (that now exceed the value for money tipping point in my opinion - I know the Woodchopper's Breakfast is huge but it's also $28 and for breakfast I just can't bring myself to pay that). I can't quite put my finger on it but H&G is definitely not as great as it used to be, unfortunately. The coffee is still good, they still play good music, and the sweet treats cabinet still rates highly, but my brunch devotion has waned in favour of other places in the area.

Cute little coffee shop right off the park, and luckily for me, one of the few places actually open…read moreon an early Saturday morning. Chose the avocado toast on Turkish bread with a flat white and it hit the spot.

Have walked past here on the way to work on many occasions. These guys are the only ones that are…read moreopen when I walk past, so finally decided to stop by. The service was warm and friendly, the the coffee, exactly the way I ordered it. If ever on George St , CBD , stop by .

We loved this place. Great food, great coffee, friendly service, and a nice chill atmosphere in…read morewhich to enjoy a leisurely meal and strike up conversation with others seated nearby. I loved their breakfast because haloumi! I think that's pretty much all that needs to be said.

It was my birthday today and I had a bit of time to kill before work, and I happened to see a post…read moreby Reverends Fine Coffee on Instagram. And I was tempted to give it a go. It had been a long while since I visited a cafe myself and had a bit of me time. Reverends Fine Coffee is situated in the Fortitude Valley neighboring a bunch of other cafes and restaurants. I ordered a skinny cap and one lamington. The coffee was amazing and I really appreciated that they used real chocolate on top instead of cocoa powder. The coffee was silky and smooth. It didn't give me that bitter and acidic aftertaste, which was to my appealing. As for the lamington, I liked it too but the cake was a bit dry but the chocolate coating and coconut shreds compensated the fact that the cake wasn't moist enough. But the good thing was the lamington wasn't overly sweet. Another thing I liked about the café was their interior design and layout of the cafe. The café is divided into indoor and outdoor seatings. I chose a table inside as shown in the pic. I loved the industrial vibe the room provided (that brick wall was everything) and the art works on the wall were well appreciated and gave an artistic feel. The music playing in the background was also really soothing and relaxing. The service was alright, but not outstanding. Except for the the brief moments where I placed my order, there was basically no more interaction with the staff. All in all, it was a pleasant experience. Will go back some other time.

For our almost-regular Tuesday lunches, we decided to head to Mrs. Luu's to grab a sandwich, and…read moreended up giving in to our desires for an iced hot chocolate! Oh, the calories! I've been wanting to try Bunker for the longest time, and today was the day. I love the vine covered hub, which reminds me of a burrow, and of a cafe that I used to visit back in L.A. Instead of getting my usual latte, I went for the bottled ice dark chocolate (5). I'm not the biggest fan of hot chocolate, as it's usually too sweet and heavy for me to finish (I know, strange, because I can finish a whole Chipotle burrito), but I decided that the unusually warm weather called for an iced chocolate. We were greeted by a really friendly barista who helped us right away - and well - the iced dark chocolate and dark chocolate mocha were pre-bottled, so there wasn't much work. The iced dark chocolate, made with organic milk (I think?) and fair trade chocolate, was quickly consumed! It wasn't too sweet, and I would definitely go for it again. The iced dark mocha was also really good, and not at all grainy, which often happens in a lot of mochas. My only complaint was that the bottles were a bit harder to open (I prefer Bean's bottles), and the straws were too short and kept falling in! The drinks were so delicious it didin't matter though....

Bunker eptiomsises why I have faith Brisbane will sustain its growing 'cool' factor. Taking a…read moredisused war-time bunker on Milton Road, Bunker Coffee has turned a small space into a urban retreat. Sitting against the cool brick wall sipping an ice coffee, flat white or hot chocolate you feel a million miles away from the city despite the fact Milton train station is above you. In the same way Blackstar Coffee paved the way for coffee appreciation in Brisbane many years ago, Bunker continues the tradition introducing and encouraging a new set of palettes to appreciate and respect good coffee. They also offer take-home coffee beans which they will grind for you depending on what device you'll be using them in.

I'd always heard Bellissimo was good but I'd just never had a chance to try it…read more We rocked up mid-Sunday afternoon after a hard days couch shopping over at Homemaker City and we pleased to find the cafe/roastery buzzing but not too busy. We spent some time perusing their sizeable coffee bean selection from Australian to Single Origin Kenyan, Indian and Indonesian. Happy to report that yes you do get a free coffee with bean purchase :-) Of course we zeroed in in the all important snacking menu and were pleasantly rewarded to find many tasty options often sequestered to bfast menus on w/ends. Partner went for the avo on toast w/ lemon and I dived on a cheese & tomato toasty (simple but sooooo good!). Coffee is strong and well made. Prices were average & portions were decent. Staff were friendly and service was fairly prompt. Great afternoon reviver spot!

Bellissimo Coffee is the standard by which I measure coffee. It's that good. Their beans are the…read moreyardstick to which every other coffee bean that goes into my grinder is compared. Some beans have gotten close, but none have ever quite measured up. As a coffee shop they're just OK. They're pretty small, though the upstairs has now been converted to a bungalow with seats and the like. The focus here is the roasting, and the layout of the coffee shop pretty much lets you know that. You'd have to be blind to miss the giant roaster right by the door or the huge bins of roasted beans. That's not to say they're not a good coffee shop,but if you're looking for the coffee shop atmosphere of just hanging out there are better coffee shops, but they're coffee isn't as good. Seating is a bit thin and on the lower floor is just a couple of benches and some standing room at the bar. Their menu is basic, but everything on it is absolutely amazing. It's also the only, and I do mean only, place that I've seen PECAN PIE in Australia. I told my classmates that it is a thing, I actually tried to make it for them with only some small degree of success, but there it is on their shelf. It is also delicious.

This is a busy coffee place - next to escalator opposite Post Office…read more The coffee is good - it's simple, good coffee. It is Campos coffee which some folk favour. It's well priced. Service is walk up to counter - takeaway or dine in. Service is friendly and can be a bit slow but overall satisfactory. Range of cafe food with limited GF. This is about the coffee and the space - coffee is good, space to sit in side or out is pleasant. Enjoy!

I would like to first qualify that I am a fan of Campos Coffee. I know I am biased but I have…read morehonestly not tried a better cup of coffee in Brisbane. I am lactose intolerant so can't drink any of these milk blend concoctions that Australia is known for (flat white, I'm looking at you). Therefore, I typically order a long black and let me tell you, Campos Coffee has the smoothest house blend to drink straight - no chaser. Now that I've got my love affair with Campos out of the way, let me get around to Naked Coffee. It's a cute subset of the Elizabeth Mall that seems to be a bit out of place since it's next to a Korean restaurant and Japanese curry house. However, the staff is friendly and speak Mandarin Chinese in case your English is a little haphazard. The girl manning the counter is very attentive and takes care of the customers with ease so the entire experience is enjoyable. It takes me about 6-7 minutes to walk over here from the office and as a Texan, let me tell you, that is a sizable trek just to get coffee. However, trust me when I say that it's wholly worth it.

I have been fortunate to visit John Mills in the day for a coffee, and in the evening for a…read morecocktail. Day trip: John Mills is a bit unassuming. You have to really KNOW about it to be able to find it. There's a tiny sign off Charlotte street and you have to navigate through a building with a Koala rescue organization (and pass a giant koala) in order to find it. OR, attempt to find it off Elizabeth street. I ordered my coffee, service was good and fast, and coffee was tasty. The space isn't massive, and at the time I went there were no free bar stools, so I had my coffee to go. The cafe also sells coffee in bags so you can brew at home. Night trip: I just had to see if the cocktails matched the goodness of the coffee, and it did. My first cocktail was the Bees Knees, and it speaks for itself! It's a gin cocktail that is a bit sweet, really tasty, and has a honeycomb as garnish- what!?!?!?! My second cocktail was the Va Va Gina (Rinehart) and had vodka, lemon curd and lemon juice- also VERY good. The cocktail artist was also very attentive and always checked in on my friend and me. To sum it all up-GO HERE! You'll be glad you did!

Quaint. The coffee shop and bar are well out of sight from…read morethe streets on either side of the passage that connects them. Disability access is from the Elizabeth St side. Look for the sign boards to guide. You go here as the coffee is good and it has a pleasant vibe in a secluded spot. They have been here for a long while so doing something right. Worth exploring.