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Not Just Nightlife: The Best Cafes in Fortitude Valley
The Valley isn’t just for the clubs — it’s also for the cafes! Discover the best cafes in Fortitude Valley in this edit.
If you’re finding it difficult to imagine what Fortitude Valley looks like during the daytime, you’d be pleasantly surprised to find it’s packed full of amazing cafes, restaurants and stores, each with its own unique feel.
Whether it’s a Saturday recovery or you’re seizing the day early on a Sunday, we’ve discovered the best cafes in Fortitude Valley to break your fast.
Lobby Bar
For a chic place to snack, head to the Lobby Bar at The Calile. This elevated Fortitude Valley cafe is not reserved for guests-only, but can be enjoyed by anyone looking for sunshine-soaked sips or cosy indoor cappuccinos.
On the menu you’ll find snacks and smalls, light bites or heartier eats that utilise ingredients from the rooftop garden.
The Calile, 48 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Colin’s
From the team behind popular Paddington cafe, Paddington Social, comes a friendly face in the form of Colin’s. Pouring Zest coffee and serving freshly made croissants, cakes, sausage rolls and sandos, you’ll be able to taste the extra care that goes into every menu item here.
Opposite Lamborghini Brisbane, Shop 7/1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
The Green
This Fortitude Valley cafe has a lot of heart. A tribute to the memories of their parents and to Lebanon, owners Angela and Christina have ensured that their cafe fosters a sense of community and tradition.
The Middle-Eastern-focused menu is designed to be shared and savoured, offering diners a chance to connect over their meals. Designed to feel like an elevated extension of your own home, The Green is a great spot for a family get-together or long lunch with friends.
G1/27 James Street, Fortitude Valley
L’Americano Espresso Bar
Step off the streets of Brisbane into the Italian Riviera at this cafe collaboration between premium furniture purveyors Coco Republic and hospitality experts The Fresh Collective.
Enjoy a sophisticated sip, alongside a selection of perfectly plated brunch classics. L’Americano Espresso Bar is a sleek backdrop for a celebration brunch or a long-awaited coffee catch-up.
400 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley
So What Stereo
Looking for a cafe with mood? So What Stereo is serving up coffee, bevs, vinyl tunes and Thai comfort food from their cosy living room-esque space. Everyone is invited to kick back in So What’s nook of the city, where classic comfort dishes like boat noodles, congee and curry are paired with a host of 10/10 coffee roasts.
4/15 Little Street, Fortitude Valley
Sunshine
Operating similarly to a deli, simply make your selections from the counter at Sunshine and pay by the weight of your bowl. Each dish is priced the same per 100g, and there are plenty of gluten-free, vegan or dairy-free options. These Mediterranean eats also make for the perfect addition to your next New Farm Park picnic, potluck or dinner party.
39 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Andonis Café & Bar
If there’s one thing that Andonis Cafe is passionate about… it’s breakfast. Serving up an enormous menu of classic and modern brekkie dishes, there’s truly something for everyone at this cafe in Fortitude Valley! Expect every single one of your brunch favourites, plated to pretty perfection.
Multiple locations
Pressi
What began as a fun project making juice for friends, Pressi has become a full-scale juice dealing operation, offering local office workers and weekend warriors a fresh, fruity way to start their day.
Making juices fresh in-house along with tasty tiger rolls and toasties, this cosy nook of a café is the perfect place to stop in and soak up some sunshine and nutrients on your lunch break.
22 McLachlan Street, Shop/1 California Lane, Fortitude Valley
Buttery Boy
Buttery Boy is Fortitude Valley’s go-to for fluffy stacked flapjacks and golden waffles.
Partnered with Supreme Coffee Roasters, you can also stop in for an immaculately brewed cup of goodness on your way to work, or before a day spent wandering around the city’s fringe.
If pancakes aren’t your thing, there are plenty of brekkie options on the menu, like a smashed potato rosti, gourmet burgers, and even pizza pockets.
31 Duncan Street, Fortitude Valley
Reverends Coffee
Reverends Coffee pours top-notch Coffee Supreme blends to savour as you indulge in house-made brekkie plates or baked goodies to start your day. With a generous menu spanning multiple types of coffee, iced drinks, smoothies and juices, it’s the best cafe in Fortitude Valley to sit, sip and spend a slow morning.
372 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
Now that you’ve explored all of the best cafes in Fortitude Valley, it’s time to plan dinner. Find the suburb’s best restaurants here, or make a reservation at one of Brisbane’s most romantic restaurants for date night.
