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The Gunshop Cafe

53 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

4.3(1,294)· Google$$$$
62
Spot Score
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Open nowToday 07:00 – 15:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours

Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen Sundays
The Gunshop Cafe

Vibrant spot with brick walls and rooftop beehives, serving creative breakfasts and market specials.

Practical details

53 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
$Typically $$ · price level 2 of 4

Opening hours

Open now
Monday
07:00 – 15:00
Tuesday
07:00 – 15:00
Wednesday
07:00 – 15:00
ThursdayToday
07:00 – 15:00
Friday
07:00 – 15:00
Saturday
07:00 – 15:30
Sunday
07:00 – 15:30

Menu

Menu link from the venue's own website. Prices and items can change — the venue's page is the source of truth.

Open menu

Why it's worth checking out

The Gunshop Cafe offers a relaxed West End setting where craft coffee, warm service and rustic flavours are brought together in a tucked-away atmosphere. Its hidden backyard oasis gives the venue a distinctive feel, offering a quieter refuge from the pace of Brisbane while still being part of one of the city’s most characterful suburbs. The menu includes all-day options, specials, hot and iced drinks, barista-made coffee, plus wine, beer and cocktails, making it suitable for a casual daytime visit or a more leisurely catch-up.

The cafe also caters for functions, with a versatile rustic space and backyard area for birthdays, corporate events and other gatherings. The team says it can work with hosts on a tailored menu of food and drinks, with packages suited to occasions ranging from intimate brunches to lively evening events. That combination of a welcoming cafe atmosphere, varied drinks and adaptable function space makes The Gunshop Cafe a practical choice for West End locals, visitors looking for a relaxed Brisbane cafe, and groups planning a celebration. It is rated 4.3 out of 5 on Google from 1,294 reviews.

Good to know

  • Rooftop beehives are a working part of the cafe's operation
  • Menu features rotating market specials alongside regular offerings
  • Brick-lined interior and distinctive design make it a popular spot for photos

Best for

Weekend breakfastsCreative cafe foodCasual catch-ups with friendsSolo visitsInstagram-worthy venues

Spot Score

62

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 4.3 from 1,294 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
72
PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
94

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's the signature of The Gunshop Cafe?+

The cafe is known for its creative breakfasts and rotating market specials, served in a vibrant space featuring exposed brick walls and working rooftop beehives.

What's the rating and how many reviews does it have?+

The Gunshop Cafe has a 4.3-star rating based on 1,294 Google reviews.

Where is The Gunshop Cafe located?+

It's located at 53 Mollison St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, in the West End area of Brisbane.

What makes the atmosphere unique?+

The cafe features distinctive exposed brick walls and functioning rooftop beehives, creating a visually interesting and characterful space.

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