Queensland

Best coffee shops in Brisbane

Our guide to specialty coffee in Brisbane: 6 verified shops, including Blackstar Coffee Roasters, Coffee Mentality and Salt Coffee Roasters. Brisbane has a deep, settled specialty coffee scene, with roasters tucked into West End, Newstead, the CBD and the southern suburbs. Many of the city's better cafes roast their own beans on site and pour single-origin alongside everyday blends.

6 verified shops · vetted, never pay-to-play

Verified means checked against our specialty criteria using each shop's own public information, not a visit. Last checked Jun 2026. How we choose

The Story Bridge and Brisbane skyline over the Brisbane River
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