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Best Cafes and Coffee in Brisbane: A Local's Guide

Brisbane has a genuine specialty-coffee culture. The inner suburbs of West End, Fortitude Valley and New Farm are particularly well served, with independent roasters and cafes that take their craft seriously. Here are some of the city's best spots for a quality cup. Hours and menus change, so check before you visit.

  1. 1

    Blackstar Coffee Roasters

    West End

    West End's most beloved roaster, roasting on-site and serving exceptional espresso and filter coffee in a no-frills, community-focused setting.

  2. 2

    Fonzie Abbott

    Fortitude Valley

    A Fortitude Valley specialty roaster and cafe with beautifully sourced single origins, now with multiple Brisbane locations.

  3. 3

    The Gunshop Cafe

    West End

    A West End institution serving all-day breakfast and brunch with a strong local following and a relaxed, no-pretence vibe.

  4. 4

    Strauss

    Fortitude Valley

    A Fortitude Valley cafe known for its technically precise espresso and a simple, considered food menu that doesn't try to be everything.

  5. 5

    Pawpaw Cafe

    Woolloongabba

    A Woolloongabba neighbourhood cafe serving generous brunch plates with genuine warmth in a bright, unpretentious setting.

  6. 6

    James Street Espresso

    Fortitude Valley

    A compact Fortitude Valley specialty-coffee bar on the iconic James Street strip, popular with locals and professionals.

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