Mr Badger's

Housed inside an old printshop in Woolloongabba’s Logan Road Precinct, Mr Badger is an all-day eatery and deli inspired by the old-world delis of Europe.

Co-owners Dan Rodriguez and Adam Pykett (Electric Avenue, The Canvas Club) also wanted to celebrate a slice of Brisbane’s history. They named the venue after Joseph Stillman Badger – a New Yorker who moved to the city in the late 19th century and later helped develop its original tram system.

An original tram timetable hangs on the wall, along with conductor hats and vintage Brisbane tourism posters. Punters can even dine inside a life-sized mock-up of a tram on the deli floor. But it’s the other details – hanging strings of onions, chillies and garlic – that speak to the main attraction here. Not to mention the glass cabinet loaded with cold cuts.

For brunch, expect New York-style bagels, sandwiches filled with mortadella or halloumi, and Black Sheep Roasters coffee. There’s also an selection of larger plates including burrata salad, crispy prawns and chicken wings But the signature? Detroit-style pan pizzas. They come in multiple iterations, which may include margherita, mushroom and chicken and bacon. Deli boards, various appetisers, charcuterie, cheese and tinned fish are available throughout the day.

On the drinks list is wine, tap and tinned beer, and cocktails. It all amounts to a very daytime venue catering to families and maybe folks heading to a game at the Gabba.