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Best Brunch (Smashed Avo & Specialty Coffee)
in Brisbane

Brisbane has a world-class brunch culture that is an essential part of the weekend ritual. It is all about high-quality local produce, inventive egg dishes, and extremely high coffee standards. Smashed avocado on sourdough with various toppings is the undisputed king of the morning menu. The cafes are typically bright, airy, and designed to embrace the subtropical climate. It is the perfect way to start your day and experience the local lifestyle.

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Morning After

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Queue: Sleek, modern interior.

Go: 10:00 AM; for the city's most fashionable brunch.

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Picnic Cafe

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Queue: Located in West Village.

Go: Morning; for an aesthetic, airy space.

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Felix for Goodness

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Queue: Tucked in a laneway.

Go: Morning; for a casual, wholesome spot.

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The Gunshop Café

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Queue: Located in a historic former gun shop.

Go: 9:00 AM; it's a West End institution.

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Naïm

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Queue: Located in Paddington.

Go: Morning; for a charming corner cafe feel.

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Pawpaw Cafe

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Queue: Bright, tropical-themed cafe.

Go: Weekend morning; for Asian-inspired brunch.

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King Arthur

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Queue: Repurposed industrial space.

Go: Morning; for sustainable, imaginative dishes.

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Farmhouse

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Queue: Located on the northside.

Go: Morning; for comfort food.

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Blockhouse Coffee and Small Bar

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Queue: Located in Nundah.

Go: Weekend morning; for bottomless mimosas.

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Lobby Bar

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Queue: Located in The Calile Hotel.

Go: Morning; for a sophisticated experience.

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Nodo Donuts

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Queue: Bright, pastel-hued cafes.

Go: Late morning; for baked donuts and brunch.

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Paddock Bakery

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Queue: Set in a converted Queenslander house with a garden.

Go: 9:00 AM; for a quintessential Gold Coast brunch.

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Billykart Kitchen

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Queue: Located in a converted former grocery store.

Go: Weekend morning; for a local community vibe.

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