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
Hey Chica!
$$Cafes in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Teaology Lab (Westfield Chermside)
Cafes in Chermside, Brisbane.
Catch Fish and Chips
Cafes in Chermside, Brisbane.
Coffee Anthology
$$Upscale brunch food and choice blends, served in an industrial-chic cafe with exposed-brick walls.
Mi Casa Cafè
$$Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
Felix For Goodness
$$Casual all-day option offering an eclectic menu with locally sourced ingredients.
IL MOLO Italian Kitchen & Bar
$$A relaxed space for Modern Australian eats with communal tables, sandstone walls and outdoor seats.
Hope St Cafe
$Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
Aji Spice House
Cafes in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Lisboa Caffe
Cafes in South Brisbane, Brisbane.
Hope and Anchor
$$Comfortable restaurant offering classic fish & chips, plus heaping burgers & sandwiches.
ALL DAY
$$Cafes in West End, Brisbane.
Clay Cafe
$$Cafes in Indooroopilly, Brisbane.
Hunter & Scout Café
$$Cafes in Indooroopilly, Brisbane.
Double Shot Panini Cafe
$$Sandwiches, cakes and brunch in a light-filled cafe with outdoor tables and a laid-back vibe.
Corner Store Cafe
$$Modern Australian eats with organic veggies from a kitchen garden in a restored Federation cottage.
The New Black
Cafes in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Portside Wharf
Popular commercial hub near the water, offering shops, dining, a supermarket & movie theatre.
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.