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Pawpaw Cafe

898 Stanley St E, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia

4.7(3,660)· Google$$$$
68
Spot Score
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Open nowToday 07:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours

Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen Sundays
Pawpaw Cafe — Woolloongabba, Brisbane

One of Brisbane's best-loved brunch diners — inventive plates, fresh juices and a 4.7-star average from 3,600-plus reviews.

Practical details

898 Stanley St E, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia
$Typically $$ · price level 2 of 4

Opening hours

Open now
Monday
07:00 – 14:30
Tuesday
07:00 – 14:30
Wednesday
07:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:00
Thursday
07:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:00
FridayToday
07:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:00
Saturday
07:00 – 14:30, 17:30 – 21:00
Sunday
07:00 – 14:30

Why it's worth checking out

Pawpaw Cafe brings South-East Asian flavours to breakfast and dinner in Hamilton, Brisbane, with a setting designed to feel both contemporary and tropical. Its menu is created by a multicultural team that draws on modern and traditional recipe ideas, with dishes changing seasonally while retaining the venue’s established favourites. That makes it a useful choice for diners who enjoy returning to a familiar restaurant but still want something new to explore.

The cafe also puts plenty of attention into drinks, offering specialty coffees alongside an extensive evening selection of cocktails and wines. For group dining, Pawpaw Cafe provides dinner banquets with inclusive menus designed to accommodate different dietary needs, with evening packages available from $55 per person. Catering is available as well, extending the venue beyond dine-in meals. The atmosphere and broad format suit a relaxed breakfast, an evening meal, a celebration or a gathering where guests may have varied dietary requirements. Pawpaw also promotes occasional events, including its Unlimited Bao Feast, so it is worth checking the venue’s current listings before visiting. With a 4.7 Google rating from more than 3,600 reviews, it is a well-established local option for South-East Asian dining.

Good to know

  • The venue is marked by a distinctive neon sign that's hard to miss.
  • Focused on brunch service and fresh juice offerings.
  • Located on Stanley Street East in Woolloongabba, a busy inner-city precinct.

Best for

Weekend brunchHealth-conscious eatersCasual catch-upsFresh juices

Spot Score

68

The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.7 from 3,660 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.

About the venue · from Google

ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
88
PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
100

About this listing · our record

Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
30
Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
70
FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
30

Last checked against sources 17 June 2026.

Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of food does Pawpaw Cafe serve?+

Pawpaw Cafe specialises in inventive brunch specials and fresh, health-conscious juices. It's a casual diner known for creative takes on brunch rather than standard cafe fare.

Where is Pawpaw Cafe located?+

Pawpaw Cafe is located at 898 Stanley Street East, Woolloongabba, in inner Brisbane. The venue is marked by a distinctive neon sign.

What are customers saying about Pawpaw Cafe?+

The venue has a strong 4.7-star rating based on over 3,600 Google reviews, indicating consistent positive feedback from diners.

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