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Best Things to do in Stafford

Oh Boy Bok Choy exterior

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
Exterior of Sancho Taqueria & Tequileria Stafford
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
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Oh Boy, Bok Choy!
Exterior of Oh Boy, Bok Choy! Stafford
A slick contemporary Pan Asian eatery and bar tucked away in a Stafford shopping strip
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Happy Jane Cafe
Outside of Happy Jane Cafe
Happy Jane Cafe in Stafford serves up fresh, feel-good food made with local ingredients
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Miss Sophia's Gelateria
Exterior of Miss Sophia's Gelateria
Miss Sophia's Gelateria is a must visit for gelato lovers, with a Cadbury chocolate tap and toppings bar
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I Wet My Plants Garden and Gifts
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
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Happy Valley Brewing Company
Tables and chairs inside Happy Valley Brewing Company, Stafford
Happy Valley Brewing Company is a microbrewery and bar, open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday
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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.
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RSPCA Op Shop
Exterior of RSCPA Op Shop, Stafford
In the middle of a bustling commercial precinct is where you’ll find a great little RSPCA Op Shop
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The Colour Nine Cafe
The Colour Nine Cafe Stafford
The Colour Nine Cafe is a suburban foodie oasis in Stafford Heights offering flavoursome food and drinks
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Flat Lizard Brewing
Bar and seating inside Flat Lizard Brewing Stafford
A secret craft brewery and bar tucked away in a cul-de-sac of commercial and industrial buildings in Stafford
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Prova Pizzeria
Pizza chefs at Prova Pizzeria Stafford Heights
A slice of Naples in Stafford Heights offering authentic woodfired pizzas as well as antipasti and a fully licensed bar
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EDSCO
EDSCO Stafford
Picture a place with every conceivable educational fun prop for children under one extensive roof and you have Edsco.
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Papa's Corner
Exterior of Papa's Corner at Stafford

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

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Hugs
Croissants on a tray at Hugs Stafford

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

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

Image credits:
Papa's Corner - courtesy of Papa's Corner Facebook page
Hugs - courtesy of Hugs Facebook page

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