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Best Things to do in Stafford

Updated: Jun 21, 2026

The northside suburb is home to a flourishing eat and drink scene, with secret microbreweries, funky cafes, a top coffee roastery, garden pantry, tiny artisan bakery, gelateria, pizzeria, plant shop and one of Brisbane's best Pan Asian restaurants, as well as a massive warehouse that is an Aladdin's cave of educational books, arts and crafts. Here are 14 of the best places to eat, drink, visit and do in Stafford:

Sancho Taqueria & Tequileria

Tucked away in Stafford, Sancho Taqueria & Tequileria is more than a place to enjoy tacos and tequila - it's a heartfelt tribute to New Mexico

Oh Boy, Bok Choy!

A slick contemporary Pan Asian eatery and bar tucked away in a Stafford shopping strip

Happy Jane Cafe

Happy Jane Cafe in Stafford serves up fresh, feel-good food made with local ingredients

Miss Sophia's Gelateria

Miss Sophia's Gelateria is a must visit for gelato lovers, with a Cadbury chocolate tap and toppings bar

I Wet My Plants Garden and Gifts

I Wet My Plants Garden and Gifts in Stafford is your go-to spot for beautiful plants and unique gifts

Happy Valley Brewing Company

Happy Valley Brewing Company is a microbrewery and bar, open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday

Elixir Coffee Hq Espresso Lounge

Counter with coffee beans inside Elixir in Stafford.

This bright little cafe roastery is the unlikely treasure buried deep within the light industrial zone of Stafford.

RSPCA Op Shop

In the middle of a bustling commercial precinct is where you’ll find a great little RSPCA Op Shop

The Colour Nine Cafe

The Colour Nine Cafe is a suburban foodie oasis in Stafford Heights offering flavoursome food and drinks

Flat Lizard Brewing

A secret craft brewery and bar tucked away in a cul-de-sac of commercial and industrial buildings in Stafford

Prova Pizzeria

A slice of Naples in Stafford Heights offering authentic woodfired pizzas as well as antipasti and a fully licensed bar

EDSCO

Picture a place with every conceivable educational fun prop for children under one extensive roof and you have Edsco.

This cool contemporary cafe in a shopping strip is the local go-to for gourmet all-day breakfasst, top coffee and delicious lunches

Tucked away in a warehouse on an industrial Stafford street is a tiny artisan bakery and coffee house that is well worth a visit

Looking to discover more hidden gems of Brisbane, check out our Guide to Brisbane Suburbs HERE! Happy exploring!

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