Where to Find the Best Coffee in Brisbane

In our books, “coffee snob” is not a dirty word.

Brisbane’s coffee scene is booming, and with the growth of some of our hometown heroes (we’re looking at you, Bellissimo, with your two new additions) and funky new players like Straits in Coorparoo entering the mix, there’s never been a better time to support your local bean merchant. 

To help you decide where to head this weekend, we’ve dropped our favourite cafes and hidden gems here for you in one convenient list, so you can get sipping on some of the best coffee Brisbane offers. 

Reverends Fine Coffee

Reverends Fine Coffee is a beloved coffee haven and cafe on Brunswick Street in Fortitude Valley. Pouring top-notch Coffee Supreme blends to savour as you indulge in house-made brekkie plates or baked goodies to start your day, Reverends really know their way around a coffee machine.

With a menu spanning a generous variety of coffee, iced drinks, smoothies and juices, Reverends is one of our all-time top picks for the best coffee in Brisbane.

372 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

Doc Brown

A favourite amongst West End locals, Christian and his friendly team serve up stellar coffee and mouthwatering brekkie bites to the residents of West End at the Doc Brown cafe.

Greeting their regulars by name and with a big smile, your morning coffee run becomes a visit to your friends at this true hidden gem of a cafe.

Shop 1/10 Buchanan Street, West End

Bellissimo Coffee

What began as three mates roasting coffee on a whim has turned into three locations and a cult-like following. Bellissimo Coffee is a friendly and welcoming cafe to pop into for a bite and a delectable coffee that starts your engine. 

Sample one of the blends on offer in any medium you please, batch brew, cold brew, pour over and more, or grab your classic morning latte on your way to work for the perfect kickstart to your day. 

Multiple locations

John Mills Himself

John Mills Himself is a little nook in the same heritage-listed building as Archives Fine Books, named for the 1970s stationary and letterpress merchant who owned the building. 

During the daytime, you can slip through a secret door and staircase, from the back of Archives into the cafe.

We can’t get enough of this secret cafe in the heart of Brisbane city, so make sure you visit soon to discover for yourself why we rate it as some of the best coffee in Brisbane. 

40 Charlotte Street, Brisbane City

Death Before Decaf

Hot coffee, hard music. This is the mantra behind this Fortitude Valley coffee shop that’s open 24/7. Built by Carl and Nicola, a couple with a passion for coffee, tattoos and heavy music, Death Before Decaf is unlike any other cafe in Brisbane. 

If you’re frustrated by the lack of coffee spots open past 3pm, you’ll be pleased to know you can stop by DBD at any hour for a quality brew. 

They’ve even perfected their very own hardcore coffee bean blend after years of dedication and experimentation - so why not pop by and discover why this is one of the best coffee spots in Brisbane?

3/760-766 Brunswick Street, New Farm

Ricochet Espresso

Ricochet was named from a tale of impatience. Regular market-goer and founder of Ricochet, DJ Urozgani, tired of waiting twenty minutes for his morning energy boost, so took over management of his favourite coffee stall, soon reducing the wait time to 2.5 minutes! 

Quickly earning a reputation as one of the best coffee spots in Brisbane for quick, quality coffee, he set up shop in the busiest and most time-poor location of all… the Brisbane CBD. 

Step into the Espresso Bar on Edward Street to sample their Artillery blend that has been honed and refined to a perfectly roasted flavour sensation. Hurry in to get your Ricochet Coffee, but sip slowly and savour your brew. 

276 Edward Street, Brisbane CBD

Passport Coffee 

With over 30 years combined of specialty coffee experience, Aaron and Jason brought their filter coffee dreams to life with Passport Coffee. 

After managing cafes and coffee-roasting brands for years, they wanted to bring their passion to the forefront by sharing their knowledge and verve directly with their customers.

Plus, it provided the perfect avenue for them to roast and drink the type of coffee that they loved best.

Visit for a cupping, curated coffee experience or the occasional filter festival at one of the best coffee spots in North Brisbane.  

49 Toombul Road, Northgate

Bear Boy Windsor

With a peachy-pink marble interior and whitewashed leafy exterior, Bear Boy delivers an Instagrammable aesthetic just as well as it delivers some of Brisbane’s best coffee.

Not simply a pretty face, this cute cafe dishes up some of the best flavour combinations and pours an expert coffee, every time.

It’s a cosy nook in Colwill Place that often has a little line spilling over the pavement, so be prepared to perhaps have to wait for ten minutes or so at rush hour.

It’s also dog-friendly, so your pup doesn’t have to stay home alone!

Shop 8, 180 Albion Road, Windsor

Mourning Roast

Mourning your sleep in? We hear misery loves company, so head down to Mourning Roast to put a smile back on your dial. 

Founded by partners in life, love and business, Sam & Nadine infused their passion for creating a unique space for the community to come together and share in the morning ritual of coffee. 

The house signature blend is a dark-roasted coffee that delivers intense, strong character with notes of dark chocolate, brown sugar, and toasted almonds, the perfect wake-up call for those sleepy morning commutes.

Shop 7, 377 Logan Road, Stones Corner

Straits

Injecting the streets of Coorparoo with a well-needed hit of caffeine in late 2023, Straits is one of Brisbane’s best cafes for a quality drop.

Regularly rotating the beans on brew as well as the records spinning in the background, Straits is the coffee shop for anyone seeking top-notch coffee and relaxed vibes. 

Tucked into a cosy corner on a quiet street beside a hair salon, step into this warm-toned coffee nook, and you’ll be greeted by friendly owner Brendo and a soundtrack of tunes from the likes of Earth Wind & Fire, Electric Light Orchestra and of course, The Straits.

You’ll love popping by for slow weekend sips or coffee catch-ups with your besties. 

82 Leicester Street, Coorparoo

Coffee Supreme

Supreme by name, supreme by flavour. This little cafe tucked into the heart of Woolloongabba pours Supreme’s delicious Five Star house blend, as well as single origins, pour-overs, batch brews and filter coffee. 

Stay for a little, or a long while enjoying the delicious flavours from this New Zealand roastery, and order up a tasty pastry, toastie or donut from the modest menu of delicious morsels.

27 Balaclava Street, Woolloongabba

Supernumerary Coffee

Serving specialty coffee and snacks from an industrial-aesthetic space is Supernumerary Coffee. Whether it's the house blend of Superroast or one of their rotating single origins or guest blends, you’re in safe hands here. 

There’s always something new to try from the retail range, and we love the boxed cold brew to keep caffeine on tap at home.

The team here hold community cupping events, which are the perfect opportunity to meet fellow coffee enthusiasts and learn a little bit more about these magical beans. 

655 Toohey Road, Salisbury

Now that you’ve scoped out the best coffee in Brisbane, try out one of the brekkie spots Brisbane is known for. Or, if you’re feeling energised after all that caffeine, head on out on one of the best walks in Brisbane.