Where Top Queensland Chefs Get Their Coffee

If, like the rest of us, you've been binge-watching The Bear, you’d know just how tiring the restaurant game can be. Between long services and early morning trips to the markets, it’s a gig that requires a constant stream of caffeine.

We spoke to top local chefs to find out which Brisbane cafes they visit to grab their coffee.

" Single O in Newstead, hands down. I always go for the iced oat on tap. Its pastry game is strong too."
– Jason Barratt of Supernormal and Bar Miette

" Bellissimo Coffee in Bulimba is my go-to."
– Dario Manca of Attimi

"I live in Newstead, so the coffee options are truly endless, but I’ve made myself at home at Single O. The consistency and quality never falls short. My regular order is an iced latte."
– Alex Yu of Sokyo

"The best coffee, in my opinion, is from Buoy at The Oxley. Friendly staff and good coffee."
– Lars Kollrepp of Lars Bar & Grill

“ Salt Coffee Roasters is easily the best spot for coffee. They also serve my favourite toasties in Brisbane – perfect for that post-workout bite on the way to work.”
– Louis Tikaram of Stanley Restaurant and Stans

“ Intersection. It’s the best coffee by far, it’s so good. I also love The Whisk Patisserie for their coffee and pastries.”
– Juliana Butteri of The Calile

“Sunroom in Newstead. The coffee is always exactly how we like it and the team there is the most consistently friendly bunch you’ve ever met. Plenty of natural light. It’s the perfect way to start your day off.”
– Leaham Claydon and Jianne Jeoung of Snug

“ John Kyle Espresso in Maroochydore for locally sourced specialty coffee.”
– Daniel “Dobbers” Dobra, chef in the Sunshine Coast

“There’s a little hole in the wall on Edward Street called Ricochet that does really good coffee. I usually grab a coffee [there] every second day.”
– Alessandro Pizzolato of Supernormal

“I used to frequent Light Coffee in East Brisbane on a regular basis to get a brew and some filter beans for home, but sadly it’s no longer there. They do have a subscription service though, which is amazing, and the quality of the roast is incredible.”
– Phil Marchant of Essa and The Nixon Room

This article was originally published on July 1, 2024 but was updated on June 13, 2025 to include new chefs and remove out of date information.