Percolate Specialty Coffee & Waffles
shop 5/121 Wellington Rd, East Brisbane QLD 4169, Australia
ClosedToday 06:00 – 14:15 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours
Percolate Specialty Coffee & Waffles is a cafe in East Brisbane, Brisbane. It holds a 4.8-star rating from 243 Google reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 64/100. Typical prices: $.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 06:00 – 14:15
- Tuesday
- 06:00 – 14:15
- Wednesday
- 06:00 – 14:15
- Thursday
- 06:00 – 14:15
- FridayToday
- 06:00 – 14:15
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 14:15
- Sunday
- 07:00 – 12:30
Why it's worth checking out
Percolate is a specialty coffee and waffles café tucked into Kangaroo Point, the kind of place that takes both its coffee and brunch seriously. From the review count and rating, it's clearly struck a chord with locals and visitors alike—243 reviews at 4.8 stars suggests the venue delivers reliably on what it promises.
You come here for exactly what the name says: well-made specialty coffee and waffles. The combination speaks to a straightforward approach: focus on doing a couple of things well rather than spreading thin across a sprawling menu. Whether you're after your morning flat white or a weekend brunch treat, the consistency of the rating suggests you'll find something worth ordering.
Kangaroo Point's location on the river makes it a natural stop if you're exploring the area or looking for a casual bite between errands. It suits a weekday coffee run, a relaxed weekend brunch with mates, or a quick bite when you're nearby. The venue reads as approachable rather than fussy—the kind of neighbourhood café that works whether you've got five minutes or plan to linger.
Good to know
- Located on Wellington Road in East Brisbane, within the Kangaroo Point area.
- Holds a 4.8-star rating across 243 Google reviews.
- Specialises in specialty coffee and waffles.
Best for
Spot Score
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 4.8 from 243 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
- 89
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 72
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 18 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
What does Percolate Specialty Coffee & Waffles serve?+
Percolate specialises in specialty coffee and waffles, focusing on quality in both areas.
Where is Percolate located?+
Percolate is located at Shop 5/121 Wellington Road, East Brisbane QLD 4169, in the Kangaroo Point area.
What's the customer rating for Percolate?+
Percolate holds a 4.8-star rating based on 243 Google reviews, reflecting consistent customer satisfaction.
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