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Best Things to Do In Stones Corner

Updated: Mar 15, 2026

Stones Corner has had many incarnations over the years, from its origin as Burnett’s Swamp to the birthplace of Stones Ginger Beer (which was once sold on the corner here), from which it acquired its name.

By mid last century it was a fashionable shopping hub with Finney Isles and Co department store and the Alhambra picture theatre, after which decades followed as a factory outlet destination. Today, with most of the discount retail moved on, it’s reinvented itself as a funky alternative bar and dining precinct with some interesting boutiques and shops in the mix.

Monty the dog at Stones Corner

So if it’s been a while since a trip to this laidback tree-trimmed village with the jumble of architectural styles, colourful local characters and the statue of beloved village dog Monty, here are all of the good reasons to visit:

The Smug Fig has re-opened in a slick new location with the same great all-day brunch fare and excellent coffee
The casual Korean cafe and bar serves a delicious range of 'Seoul' food, from Korean fried chicken to kimchi pancakes
Located in the heart of Stones Corner, Stones Throw is a funky café with a cool vibe, serving single origins alongside a top-notch house blend with an inspired menu
The grand old lady of Stones Corner, perched on the site of the early Stones Ginger Beer bar is a local institution and everyman’s pub. Enjoy a beer here outside under the jacaranda tree or some gourmet pub fare
This espresso bar in Stones Corner is caffeinating locals & commuters from early in the morning 'til late at night
An old Queenslander turned quirky cafe and bar with backyard garden,the convivial neighbourhood local, with local beers, a cider fridge, trivia nights, delicious food and so much more 
Walkway to Ceylon brings an authentic taste of Sri Lanka to Stones Corner, one of few Sri Lankan restaurants in Brisbane
Waho Cafe is a dedicated waffle house, tucked away in a Stones Corner laneway, from The Jam Pantry peeps
Vintage Street is Stones Corner's best-kept secret - a shop filled with quality, preloved, designer street-style fashion
The little, pink-hued cafe on Logan Road dishes up the fluffiest, soufflé pancakes with a range of decadent toppings
Clove n' Honey sits in prime position overlooking Logan Road, with tables spilling out onto an undercover veranda where diners enjoy delicious foodie fare for breakfast and lunch
An inner-city concrete jungle has been transformed into a vibrant urban oasis with the rejuvenation of Hanlon Park
Moreish Food & Coffee is a cool cafe with a chic industrial vibe, serving Campos coffee, breakfast, lunch and homemade treats that will keep you coming back  
This tiny hidden gem of a laneway cafe off Bower Lane is the go-to for well-brewed coffee, light eats and delicious sweet treats including decadent filled Doughluxe donuts
A Persian and Mediterranean restaurant tucked away on Cleveland Road, where you can enjoy a traditional taste of Iran, including signature dishes from the BBQ and grill 
The indie neighbourhood bookstore promotes amazing Australian authors & stories and offers an extensive range of Australian fiction, non-fiction & children’s books
A much-loved Malaysian restaurant has relocated to a lucky suburb, dishing up its signature Char Kuey Teow (CKT)
One of Brisbane's best ramen bars serving big bowls of slurp-worthy soup
Buenisimo brings the authentic and bold flavours of Chilean street food to Stones Corner

Cheeky Poke Bar is serving up delicious fresh locally sourced poke bowls and other Asian inspired delights from its home in the heart of Stones Corner village

Tucked away in a tiny shopping precinct off Logan Rd is this no-frills eatery serving traditional Vietnamese street food including noodle soups, banh mi, salads and rice paper rolls

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

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