Cafes West End

The Gunshop Cafe

A long-loved West End cafe with rooftop beehives and creative breakfasts — 4.3 stars from 1,200-plus reviews.

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4.3(1,294)· GoogleClosed$$$$

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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.

Reviewed by Iyan B.