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Best Coffee in Brisbane: Specialty Cafes Worth Knowing

Brisbane's specialty coffee scene has grown into one of the strongest in Queensland, with roasters and cafes spread across West End, Fortitude Valley, New Farm and the CBD. Whether you prefer a classic flat white, a well-pulled espresso or something from a single-origin pour-over menu, the city has options at every level. Menus and roasting partnerships change, so check before visiting.

  1. 1

    Blackstar Coffee Roasters

    West End

    A West End roaster and cafe that helped define Brisbane's specialty-coffee scene — serious sourcing, rotating single origins and a strong local following.

  2. 2

    Fonzie Abbott

    Fortitude Valley

    A Fortitude Valley roaster with a stripped-back aesthetic and a commitment to transparent sourcing and a light-roast espresso profile.

  3. 3

    Strauss

    Fortitude Valley

    A minimalist specialty cafe in Fortitude Valley with an emphasis on filter coffee and a short, precise menu focused on the cup itself.

  4. 4

    Merriweather Coffee

    West End

    A West End roaster and cafe with a warm neighbourhood character and a consistent approach to single-origin and seasonal espresso blends.

  5. 5

    James Street Espresso

    New Farm

    A New Farm specialty cafe on the boutique James Street precinct — great espresso, a strong food menu and a popular outdoor terrace.

  6. 6

    Grind Espresso

    Newstead

    A Brisbane inner-north favourite with a rotating roster of roasters, a focus on dialled-in espresso and an unpretentious café atmosphere.

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