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Brisbane's Quirkiest Cafes

Updated: Jul 22, 2026

From clock tower and LEGO cafes and Star Wars-inspired and Harry Potter-themed, Brisbane cafe owners are quite the creative bunch Here are some of the quirkiest cafes across town:

Marhaba Cafe

A warm inviting social enterprise cafe tucked away in the basement of City Hall in the old Red Cross Tea Rooms

Outside The Box – Art & Craft Cafe

Stand of handmade items at Outside The Box

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

Coffee n Bricks

Coffee n Bricks is a unique cafe in Wynnum where kids and their grown-ups can bond over Lego and coffee

Under The Clock

Under the Clock is a secret café steeped in historic charm, under the landmark heritage-listed South Brisbane Municipal Hall

Death Star Canteen

Death Star Canteen, Brisbane’s first Star Wars themed café has come from a galaxy far, far away to land on the far reaches of Queen Street

Capalaba Outpost

Redlands' best kept secret is this boutique gourmet grocer and cafe found in a rustic setting in the heart of Capalaba

The Owlery Cafe

The Owlery Cafe has flown into Samford Village, located next door to the Harry Potter-inspired shop The Store of Requirement

Friends & Flowers Cafe

Friends & Flowers Cafe is a funky Friends-themed cafe occupying a corner block in Deagon

The Eclectic Mix

The Eclectic Mix is a treasure trove of retro and vintage wares, where you can unwind with coffee, cake and a swing

Mr Badgers

Dine within an old-world Brisbane Tram at Mr Badgers, a European inspired deli cafe & bar in Woolloongabba

LUMINOUS Lantern Parade 2026

Much-loved LUMINOUS Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands

Jul 31

International Cake Show Australia

The world’s greatest Baking & Sugar Craft Carnival is set to take over Brisbane

Jul 31 - Aug 2

International Cake Show Workshops & Mini Classes

For anyone with an interest in baking or decorating

Jul 31 - Aug 2

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Jul 31 - Aug 2

Queensland Fringe Festival

Queensland Fringe hits the road this August with music, art, food and adventure.

Aug 1–7

Rogue Chef

Chef Anthony Healy brings bold flavours and unforgettable dining to Queensland Fringe.

Aug 1-7

GATHAA First Nations Markets

Experience the creativity, culture and community of First Nations makers

Aug 1-2

Tweed Equestrian Queensland International Three Day Event

Experience three days of world-class equestrian sport

Jul 31 - Aug 2

Ashton's Great Australian Circus

Step inside the big top as Ashton's The Great Australian Circus returns

Jul 31 - Aug 9

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest, the iconic hot rod and rockabilly festival, is back for three huge days of cool cars, live music and kustom kulture

GreazeFest 2026

MUST DO

International Cake Show Australia

From full day workshops to mini decorating classes, there's something for everyone at the International Cake Show Australia

International Cake Show Australia

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do July 24-26

James St Food & Wine Trail returns, QAGOMA's Drawing Festival begins, a vibrant arts trail on the Sunshine Coast, a must-visit new patisserie and a new Sicilian-style family trattoria

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COMING UP

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Wjat's on in August

DINING DESTINATION

Sipping and Snacking on King St

King Street has become one of Brisbane's premier dining destinations, serving up everything from award-winning restaurants and global flavours to casual eats, cocktails and decadent desserts

Sipping and Snacking on King St

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