We've found our new favourite coffee place close to home and it's Smokin' Joes. A hole in the wall…read moretakeaway only venue, the quality of the coffee is much better from our experience than other cafés in the local area, more importantly though is that the coffees are consistently good. Using Merlo beans & Vitasoy cafe soy milk I've found my coffees to be mellow and creamy but very pleasant to my palate for a first coffee of the day. I'm still seeking the ultimate coffee north side of the city but in the meanwhile I'm happy to head down the hill to support this small business and satisfy my daily caffeine needs.

REVISED REVIEW 14/04/14: I promised myself to give them a…read morechance (and to be fair) on getting back to the rich, thick, creamy full flavoured coffee that they USED to make... I've gone back enough times to see if it was just a 'bad coffee' with my 17 check-ins. The last 5 coffees have not been what they 'were'. I will only go back for an emergency caffeine fix. Sorry & sad... in many ways.

Situated across the road from the picturesque Scarborough beach front and accompanying children's…read moreparks, Valori is one of many cafe's on offer along this stretch of road. The barista's are friendly, humorous, knowledgeable and speedy at getting that vital caffeine shot to you. A caramelatte and two babycino's with marshmallows only set me back $5, a pleasant surprise considering what you can expect to pay at some of the more popular, common coffee franchises around. The coffee was standard fare, just average, certainly nothing to yelp about, and my girls were happy with their babycino's. The cafe has a lovely aspect out onto the street overlooking the road. The chairs are comfortable and well spaced between clients so you certainly don't get that cramped feeling. Grab a seat outside if you can. Inside can get quite loud with the constant smashing at the coffee machine. Would I return? With the plentiful cafe offerings along the stretch, I would be inclined to test some of the others first before making a final decision, purely based on the quality of my coffee. But if you're looking for a cheap, quick hit of caffeine, stop in and try it for yourself.

Excellent coffee. It must be quite a threat to the guy's coffee shop next door as he regularly is…read morefound outside his business trashing them and attempting to drive customers away. He did it to me and I overheard him doing it to others. Valori is the spot people and make no mistake their coffee is great.

Driving 21.7kms (that's a 40km round trip) to buy coffee beans may start the Charles Barkley hit…read more"Crazy" running through your head (I personally prefer the Katie Noonan version), but let me tell you: coffee lovers - the trip to Brendale is worth it. I've never ventured to Brendale before. I'll admit I was sketchy on where exactly Brendale was. But with my trusty GPS in tow finding Cleanskin Coffee Co on Old South Pine Road was a breeze. It's an industrial area and Cleanskin will be on your right hand side. They do some great blends including their "coffee shop" blends of Saint and Sinner. Rhiannon S was right on the money. The front room is stark white and there's almost a "walking into a hospital" feeling too it all even down to the looking glass wall the separates the main retail room from the roasting room. To avoid looking like a deer in headlights like I did when I walked into Cleanskin, take these tips: + It is primarily a roasting house. It is actually pretty neat to sit and watch it all happen. Take a seat on one of the bar tables and drink up. There were a few people sitting and partaking in a bit of a co-working session when I arrived. + Know what you're there for. When I arrived I wasn't entirely sure what to expect and I think it showed as soon as I opened the door. I quickly ordered a cold press ice coffee (delicious - best in Brisbane. No joke) all while trying to take in my surroundings. You can buy a coffee, beans for home and other coffee-making paraphenalia. + If you don't know, ask. I must have looked like a right dingus when the too cool for school bearded barista wandered over to ask if I needed any help. I did and he quickly helped me select a bean that would suit both my Aeropress and stove top espresso thing-a-ma-jig. If you're wondering it was the No. 14 blend. As well as being first-class coffee roasters, these cool cats are keen on educating the masses too and rumour has it they'll be starting education nights soon. They already have barista courses running (one day sessions, max four students) My only disappointment? When buying your beans at Cleanskin they come in a glass bottle. It's super cute and for a packaging fiend like myself, I'll openly admit, it was just one of the many attractions to this brand for me. Plus, each time you bring your bottle back you get $1 off your purchase. But, as I had them ground it for me, I was taking home a brown sealed bag not a glass bottle. First world problems, I know.

WOW. I first heard of Cleanskin Coffee Co - a contract and private label coffee roastery - when I…read moresaw their signature blend of beans, Saint Espresso used at a number of cafes around Brisbane (Bowerbird in Wavell Heights, Park Bench Espresso in Bulimba). I was intrigued. Then I heard about then again, when I found out Hangar13 in Zillmere used their cleanskin beans - buying their beans to custom package as their own brand. I looked them up and discovered they weren't too far away from me on the north side of Brisbane. They are located in Brendale, which is near Strathpine and Carseldine. There is an espresso bar as well as the roastery. It's all very white and with the crazy brewing equipment that looks like chemistry beakers, it really looks like a cross between an Apple Store and a Chemistry lab. Come in and try one of their blends or single origins in either an espresso style (cappuccino, latte, flat white) or in a brewed style (aeropress, pourover). You can also buy the beans and various equipment for home. They are also starting to hold free educational events or Masterclasses on Thursday night at 7pm. I went to the first Masterclass last night - it was about the Pourover (what it is and the technique). This is a must for any coffee fanatic, and will help you make great coffee at home. The brewing techniques are all very easy and accessible to do at home. We all got to taste some of the coffees, and although we could then buy equipment, the guys weren't pushy at all. This is just a group of coffee lovers, wanting to share the wonderful world of coffee with everyone. Not a sales push. Cleanskin Coffee Co also have their own cold press coffee - bottled and sold for either $4 each or 6 for $20. If you are a fan of cold press coffee, you will be pleased at the taste and cost of these. They're much cheaper than most of the other cold press bottles available in Brisbane! I could ramble on for hours about this place, do yourself a favour and check it out. They're open on Saturdays and til 9pm on Thursday night too.

Good food, great coffee and friendly service can always be found at The Racing Cafe. Staffed by…read morelocals, this is a great place to stop by on your way either to or from the airport for a quick cuppa or a sit down breakfast or lunch. Food is always fresh and delicious.

good medium bodied coffee and reasonably priced (standard). looks cute and next time l'm around…read morel'll stop in for some food.

very friendly service, great coffee and a nice se of pastries. I really like the look of the cafe…read moreas well, it got a nice vibe.

I really like this cafe. It is just near the entrance of Woolworths…read more The atmosphere is relaxed and the the service has always been good. It is one of the only places in Brisbane that serve turmeric lattes, they sweeten them with honey too. The other two I know of being Vegan Yum in Everton Park and La Pola Cafe in Ashgrove. I love the salads here. They are fresh and a nice change from SumoSalad. The also have some pretty good looking desserts and other nibbles. Oh, and they have a good selection of artisan breads including gluten free sourdoughs. There is a section in the back for buying groceries too. I found some decent vegan mozzarella there. I seem to always find myself here whenever I have an errand to run in Chermside.

Great service! Super friendly and fast!!! Had a line when we pulled up which was a good sign; came…read moreback for some extra sugar and the guy was more than happy to melt it for me and add to my iced mocha!!

Got coffee there twice now, I could drink the entire cup in one sip…read more Both times the coffee was room temperature. Just can't seem to get coffee hot.

I have tried every cafe in Westfield North Lakes and CBD is by far the best of the lot. The…read moreservice is great and as a regular I can turn up now and they not only know my name, but remember by regular orders, too. The coffee is never burnt and never too cool.

Iced coffee tastes good, they know how to do a good shot of caramel. Wait wasn't long even though…read morethere was a long line up after Park Run.

You would think that not being able to eat bread would stop me from visiting a cafe with a toaster…read moreon every table lol. No chance! We visited Toasted on a quiet Saturday morning and ordered the Toasted Breakfast Carnivore Style with avo added. The size of the serves were very generous, with perfectly runny poachies, and great Campos coffee. If you are fussy about how your toast is cooked, or just want an interactive breakfast experience, pop in to Toasted and have at it.