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So What Stereo

Brisbane's first Thai vinyl cafe is a funky Fortitude Valley hole-in-the-wall where authentic Thai street food meets crate-dug vinyl

Read On So What Stereo

Brisbane's first Thai vinyl cafe is a funky Fortitude Valley hole-in-the-wall where authentic Thai street food meets crate-dug vinyl

Read On So What Stereo

When it comes to finding the best cafes in Brisbane’s happening inner city neighbourhoods, our hand-picked guide has them all, including the local’s secrets and hidden gems.

Brisbane City
SweetLeaf
SweetLeaf, a stunning new fresh food ready made lunch spot, is opening on Eagle St later this year
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Store interior
New Farm
The Flower Precinct
A dreamy florist café where beautiful blooms meet standout pistachio drinks and sunny garden vibes.
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Facade of Bisro Tino
Fortitude Valley
Bistro Tino
Bistro Tino is a chic cafe bistro occupying an old war igloo in Fortitude Valley and nestled next door to Mosconi Italian restaurant
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Exterior of Goodside South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Goodside
Goodside is a leafy al fresco Asian brunch café in South Brisbane’s Fish Lane precinct, tucked beneath the train bridges
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Signage of Ember & Ash
Fortitude Valley
Ember & Ash
Ember & Ash is a multi-level wood-fired bistro, bar and boutique cafe housed within a landmark pair of charming restored 19th century Queenslander cottages
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Outside of Kosta's Takeaway
Newstead
Kosta's Takeaway
Kosta's Takeaway is a hidden gem in the heart of Newstead that is home to some of Brisbane's best sandwiches
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Stand of handmade items at Outside The Box
New Farm
Outside The Box – Art & Craft Cafe
Outside The Box has launched its brand-new art and craft café - a relaxed, hands-on experience that’s as fun as it is feel-good
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Outside of This and That
New Farm
This and That Cafe
Tucked away in a quaint Queenslander, This and That Café in New Farm serves up great coffee and classic brunch favourites.
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Exterior of Navy and Oak
Fortitude Valley
Navy & Oak
Laid-back charm and a dog-friendly atmosphere meet Fortitude Valley’s coffee scene at Navy & Oak.
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Front of So What Stereo
Fortitude Valley
So What Stereo
So What Stereo is Brisbane's first Thai vinyl cafe, a hole-in-the-wall where authentic Thai street food meets crate-dug vinyl
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The Thistle - New Farm
New Farm
The Thistle
Tucked away on the leafy backstreets of New Farm, The Thistle is a charming corner cafe.
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People sitting at tables outside Evra Marketplace
Newstead
Evra Marketplace
Evra Marketplace is a boujie gourmet grocer, cafe and deli (and soon to be restaurant) located in Long Island, Newstead
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Exterior shop, DRZLE Newstead
Newstead
DRZLE
DRZLE is a cookie, coffee and acai bar tucked away in a corner of Newstead
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People at picnic tables Officer's Mess New Farm
New Farm
Officers Mess
Officers Mess is an all-day riverfront diner located in a former naval base dating back to 1943
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Feind Coffee, Spring Hill
Spring Hill
Feind Coffee
This cosy coffee nook in Spring Hill has a locally-roasted signature coffee blend, served along with delicious pastries and
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Looking inside front window at New Farm Deli
New Farm
New Farm Deli
Since 1975, this sliver of Italy in New Farm has kept locals supplied with their fix of cheese, cured meats, and more
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