Table 26 Indooroopilly

Table 26 Indooroopilly is a family-friendly cafe on Level 2 of Indooroopilly Shopping Centre, across from Country Road and Uniqlo. It was created for Westside families who wanted somewhere to enjoy coffee or a quality meal while children played nearby, but the space is also intended for shoppers and workers looking for a comfortable place to pause.

The main draw for families is the fully enclosed, gated play area beside the dining space. It includes building blocks, a play kitchen, interactive game screens, a climb-on car and a play wall, giving young children plenty to explore while parents and carers remain close by. The cafe also offers a children's menu, and the website highlights breakfast, coffee and meals as part of the experience. Table ordering is available in both dining areas, so guests can order from their table rather than queue at the counter.

The venue has been designed as a calm contrast to the busy shopping centre around it. Natural light, greenery, soft blue and green tones, copper details and lime-washed battens give the space a considered, relaxed feel. One dining area sits around the play space for families who want to keep an eye on their children, while a separate, quieter indoor area provides a more peaceful setting for shoppers or workers. This makes it suitable for a casual family meal, a coffee break or a catch-up while visiting the centre.

Table 26 also carries a personal family story. The cafe was established by Amit and his father, Michael, who had opened their first cafe together in 2003. After Michael died in 2009, the number 26 was chosen in his honour because it was his birthday, and table 26 remains permanently reserved for him. That emphasis on welcome and hospitality is reflected in the cafe’s aim to make customers feel acknowledged and valued. In Indooroopilly, the result is a practical, thoughtfully designed cafe for families, local workers and shoppers alike.