Best Cafes in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best cafes in Brisbane? We've rounded up 253 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Australia takes its coffee seriously, and Brisbane is no exception — think flat whites pulled to order, single-origin beans and a brunch culture that runs all morning. The spots below range from tucked-away specialty roasters to all-day cafes worth a slow weekend visit.
253 spots
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Death Before Decaf
$$Specialty coffee café in New Farm with strong local following and consistently high ratings.
QAG Cafe
$$A welcoming cafe within the Queensland Art Gallery at South Bank, serving gallery visitors and locals with a 4.7-star rating from over 1,600 reviews.
Andonis Cafe & Bar, Manly
Cafes in Wynnum, Brisbane.
The Hideout Specialty Coffee on Adelaide
Cafes in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
West End Coffee House
$Easygoing cafe with art on the walls, serving brekkie and coffee, plus Thai dishes for lunch.
Brew Cafe & Wine Bar
$$Low-key laneway spot hung with gig posters, for Modern Australian brunch, tapas and share plates.
The Hideout Specialty Coffee on Edward
Specialty coffee café in Teneriffe, Brisbane, highly rated for quality brews and welcoming service.
Goodfolk Cafe
$$Cafes in Paddington, Brisbane.
Blue Bear Coffeehouse
Cafes in New Farm, Brisbane.
Nana and Da's
$$Snug, charming cafe with a patio for homestyle fare & baked goods, plus smoothies & espresso drinks.
Coffee Iconic
$Italian coffee, Turkish open grill sandwiches, and coffee in a laid-back cafe, or shaded courtyard.
Dovetail Social
$$Laid-back cafe offering breakfast, pastries & afternoon tea, plus an extensive gluten-free menu.
Andonis Cafe & Bar, Fortitude Valley
Cafes in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Pancha
$$Cafes in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Willow Cafe
$$Cafes in Bulimba, Brisbane.
Rabbit Hole Cafe - Wynnum
$$Cafes in Wynnum, Brisbane.
New Farm Deli
$$A long-standing, buzzy Italian eatery offering speciality coffee, all-day breakfasts and pasta.
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What are the best cafes in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated cafes in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane cafes ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter cafes by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many cafes are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 253 cafes across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
What's the coffee culture like in Brisbane?+
Specialty coffee is the norm rather than the exception — most cafes roast or source quality beans and turn out espresso-based drinks like the flat white, long black and piccolo. Brunch is a weekend institution, so expect queues at the most popular spots mid-morning.