Best Cafes in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best cafes in Brisbane? We've rounded up 294 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
294 spots
C'est Du Gateau Bakery
Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
Andonis Cafe & Bar, Chermside
$$Cafes in Chermside, Brisbane.
Bunker Coffee
$Hole-in-the-wall spot in a converted bomb shelter covered in vines for artisanal coffee and sweets.
Pancha
$$Cafes in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Josie North
$Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
Carport Cafe
$Cafes in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Bellissimo Coffee
$$Acclaimed coffee roaster & cafe crafting premium brews along with light gourmet fare & pastries.
Five Sisters Cafe and Bar
$$Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
La Grava
$Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
Vinty Bean
Cafes in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Mobo Restaurant
$$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Sips O’clock
Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
Percolate Specialty Coffee & Waffles
$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
The Maillard Project
Cafes in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
Lokal + Co
$$Contemporary cafe turning out breakfast & lunch specialties, plus creative cocktails.
Double Maker Coffee
$$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
The Arsonist
Cafes in Manly, Brisbane.
Southside Restaurant
Cafes in South Brisbane, Brisbane.
Cafes in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best cafes in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated cafes in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane cafes ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter cafes by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many cafes are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 294 cafes across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.