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Best Things to do in Toowong

Updated: Jun 18, 2026

The inner western suburb of Toowong is a neighbourhood that is steeped in history, flanked by two of Brisbane's iconic historic hotels on one side and the city's oldest cemetery on the other. Whilst most of the shopping and dining activity surrounds the transport hub of Toowong Village, tucked away off the main thoroughfares are leafy parks, charming cafes, a secret rooftop bar, one of Brisbane's oldest suburban restaurants, a basement speakeasy bar and artisan bakeries. Here's 15+ of Toowong's best places to dine, drink and visit:

Death & Co

Globally acclaimed cocktail bar Death & Co has made its home in the historic basement cellar bar underneath the Regatta Hotel

Lumen Cafe'Lounge

Lumen Cafe'Lounge is a stunning cafe by day, lounge bar by night, bringing a touch of pizzazz and sophistication to Toowong

KatsuCo

A sleek contemporary Japanese eatery specialising in premium katsu dishes located on the ground floor of Toowong's Jephson Hotel

Yiayia's Pantry

Yiayia’s Pantry in Toowong is a hidden gem of a Greek deli and grocer for lovers of authentic Greek flavours

Josie North

Josie North is a cool white haven of artisan coffee and delicious baked treats tucked away in Toowong’s Clements Arcade

Anzac Park

A rolling expanse of hills forms the setting for this scenic park which is large enough to have a circuit road loop through it

Jocelyn's Provisions

From gourmet pantry staples to freshly baked treats, Jocelyn’s Provisions Toowong is a destination for delicious food on the go.

Wests Rooftop Bar

Wests Rooftop Bar is Brisbane's best-kept secret, overlooking a heritage-listed park in Toowong

Corner Store Cafe

Corner Store Cafe in Toowong occupies the shell of an old store and still stocks some grocery staples in its front room

Toowong Cemetery

This site was chosen by terminally ill Governor Blackall who was riding past

Riser

Riser is an artisan bakery cafe housed in a historic Queenslander cottage, tucked away in the backstreets of Toowong

Perrin Park

Tucked away in a low lying hollow beside Gailey Rd is this fantastic grassy common for children, walkers, picnickers and dogs

Pitch & Fork

Pitch & Fork is a slick modern eatery that shares a space with the revamped clubhouse of Toowong’s Wests Rugby Club

Nowhere Espresso, Pizzeria & Wine Bar

Exterior of Nowhere Espresso & Bar by night

Nowhere Espresso & Bar is a charming cafe by day, wine bar and pizzeria by night, located in a quaint historic row of shops

Kayes Rocks Park

This quaint terraced park tucked at the end of a tiny cul-de-sac feels like a million miles from the city for those who need an escape

Regatta Hotel

With its multilevel lace iron wraparound verandahs and trimmings, the Regatta is a fine an example of an 1880s Queensland pub

The sleek contemporary cafe is Toowong's brunch hotspot, and a sibling for the longtime West End institution

First opening in 1989, 2 Small Rooms was one of the first fine dining restaurants in Brisbane's suburbs and today it's still going strong

An institution with locals and uni students for as long as anyone can remember, the RE Hotel is one of Brisbane's oldest pubs, dating back to 1876

Found tucked away in Cat & Fiddle Village, this longtime French bakery is the go-to for traditional French pastries, bread, gateaux and more

Image credits:

The Gunshop Cafe courtesy of The Gunshop Cafe website

2 Small Rooms courtesy of the 2 Small Rooms Facebook page

Royal Exchange Hotel courtesy of the Royal Exchange Hotel website

The French Patisserie courtesy of The French Patisserie Facebook page

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