Paddington Suburb Profile 

Sitting on higher ground, Paddington is one of the most sought-after locations in Brisbane. Close to the city and adjacent to other much-loved suburbs like Red Hill and Bardon, Paddington has developed a reputation for being the flourishing food, coffee, and shopping hub of the western suburbs. Living in Paddington means enjoying its heritage aesthetic, which oozes traditional Queensland charm, with restored weatherboard houses and workmen’s cottages serving as homes or transformed into small businesses and boutique retail stores. 

Latrobe and Given Terrace act as the central spine of the suburb, bustling with locals during the day as they immerse themselves in the local cafés, galleries, and one-of-a-kind antique stores. This popular food and coffee strip also links to the much-loved Caxton Street precinct of Petrie Terrace and nearby Suncorp Stadium. 

Heavily relied on by its quieter neighbours, Paddington boasts some of the best cafés and restaurants on the west side, making living in Paddington a vibrant experience, with local favourites consistently buzzing with locals and visitors. 

Area Features

Latrobe Terrace Precinct

Paddington’s suburban charm is at its peak along Latrobe Terrace, with mouth-watering cafés, unique boutiques and beautifully curated antique stores.

Paddington Antique Centre

This one-of-a-kind antique centre features collections from over 50 antique dealers under one very beautiful roof – the store is located in the Plaza Theatre, a heritage gem built in 1929.

Dining

Known by locals as one of the best food precincts on the west side, the community-centric suburban vibe is maximised with culturally diverse food offerings such as French-renaissance style patisserie Le Bon Choix and ramen restaurant Hai Hai.

Heritage Properties

With picturesque views over Brisbane’s CBD and its impressive numbers of heritage buildings, Paddington offers locals the best of both worlds – charming suburban living with easy access to the vibrant food and shopping culture of Latrobe and Given Terraces.