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Briki Espresso

St Lucia

Updated: Jul 19, 2026

Briki Espresso offers the locals of St Lucia a place to relax in piece and quiet while indulging in a good cup of coffee and an even better selection of Greek, Italian and French sweet and savoury delights.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia

The café supports local business by stocking products from Brisbane suppliers including award-winning Italian gelati from Caffe and Gelato Milany, authentic Greek sweets from a local home cook, French macarons from a nearby patisserie and a range of imported pantry items.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia's gelato counter

However the most impressive aspect of Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar is the single cooking device that is used to produce every hot and delicious dish in the small kitchenette.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia's interior

The highlights of the affordable and tasty Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar include the smashed avocado on toasted sourdough with haloumi cheese or salmon and the gluten free muesli that boasts fresh fruit and healthy muesli by a local supplier.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia's haloumi on avocado and toats

The affordable prices at Briki Espresso makes for a great place to catch up with friends while the free reading material inside enables solo diners to relax in comfort. The fresh flowers for sale out the front and the coffee beans are also a wonderful option to enjoy the café vibe at home.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia's cups of coffee on table

In a nutshell - Briki Espresso is an affordable café that serves up a delicious breakfast and lunch as well as a selection of homemade sweets by the locals and imported goods.

The menu may have changed since our visit.

Briki Espresso and Gelati Bar St Lucia

by Katherine Lamont

Briki Espresso

2/28 Hawken Dr

St Lucia

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28 Hawken Dr St Lucia

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