My first experience with Blackstar was with their bottled iced coffees, which I found good - but…read moreonly after trying their lattes was I convinced this is the place get your coffee fix! Blackstar does your usual coffees, as well as bottled iced coffees in black, soy, or just regular or skinny, which is quite the variety. Now that they have Contessa near Roma Station in the City, their coffee is even more accessible to those who work in the area! They've newly installed some seating out back for those who aren't obligated to return to their offices. The service here is friendly and quick, and most importantly, the coffees are consistently good. While pricier than neighboring coffee hubs, their aromatic coffee is definitely worth a go. Though they change their blends, and some are distinctly better than others, this place's coffee beats out most coffee brewers in Brisbane.

Part of the daily ritual of walking to work in the morning for many is stopping for coffee. Popular…read moreWest End roaster Blackstar Coffee has an espresso and filter coffee bar on Roma Street in the heart of the legal precinct. The fit out is simple with a long row of wooden tables joined together to form a counter, a row of padded stools along the wall for while you wait and a novel projection of the menu above the counter. There are also a few tables out the back for those that want to sit and relax. The usual range of espresso blend and single origin options is available along with filter and the signature Blackstar cold pressed coffee bottles - for which I will have to return and try. A simple, efficient, quality cafe in the inner city.

My friend and I enjoyed the warm ambiance and flavors of the food here. The seating was warmly lit…read moreand airy. We ordered the stir fried prawns and eggs Benedict. While both were beautifully presented, it took over half an hour to receive our food. Other tables that arrived later than us received their food earlier than we did. We were not in a rush but I don't think the wait should've been as long as it was. Moreover, we left the cafe hungry. The portions should've been a tad larger.

Food was 5 stars, but the service was definitely lacking. Our server disappeared after taking our…read moreorders and never came to check in on us or fill up our tiny glasses of water. I ordered the Salmon Rosti which was absolutely delicious. The potato was perfectly crispy and the creme fraiche was rich and creamy. I would definitely order this again when I'm feeling a savory breakfast. They also had some amazing looking pastries here that I definitely want to try next time.

I don't know if this place still exists but we had a high tea there with some social group and it…read morewas very nice. I think it would be a great place for a baby shower or hens night for someone like me, well its my style. near transport and decor pretty and you can sign in. staff friendly.

Found this quaint cafe tucked away in an alley/side street on my first trip to Brisbane. Wouldn't…read morehave stumbled upon this gem if we hadn't been curious why there were people sitting out in a random alleyway. Super glad to have tried it out the first time and be able to return and have the cafe still there and still operating. Workers are still fantastic and food is still tasty! Will always come back when I'm in Brisbane!!

In Brisbane for a weekend away and came to Strauss off the back of it reviews. They are all spot…read moreon. A cool cafe tucked away for only the ones in the know to frequent. Lucky to be in the know! Service was relaxed and friendly, prompt and professional. The coffee was excellent and food really good. I had the poached eggs on toast - simple but easily wrecked - not at Strauss. We also had the trout which was fresh and a perfect portion size. We'll be back and happy to recommend.

I've been meaning to stop by Frisky Goat for months now, but usually I'm running late, so I just go…read morefor something closer to home. Today was a really chilly and rainy day with no early class, and I really wanted a toasty latte to bring with me to study, so I finally made my way down George Street to this coffee hub tucked away in the city. Just the name of this place itself should pique anyone's interest, but even more than that, the ratings for their coffee has been consistently high. To my pleasant surprise, the coffee didn't fall short of my expectations! While I'm not usually a fan of dark roast, I enjoyed this roast, as it didn't taste burnt at all. Though the coffee didn't have a particular nutty or fruity aroma, it was still aromatic and smooth. It was a little more acidic than I would have liked, but that's me being overly critical. I would give their coffee a 4.5/5, at least for Brisbane standards, and the location is quite perfect for those who work in the city! They also offer almond milk as an option, which I definitely want to try sometime. The baristas were also quite friendly, and their mascot goat is just too cute! //edit Tried the almond milk latte! Was less than delighted, but it was worth a try! Dampens the coffee taste and waters down the coffee flavor a bit, and in my opinion, not worth the extra dollar.

Frisky Goat. I'd been seeing photos of you around the social media traps. From Instagram to Yelp…read morecheck-ins you haunted me as that CBD coffee nook I should have visited by now but just hadn't gotten to. Well, BAM. Achievement Unlocked! This morning, a meeting in the CBD provided the convenient opportunity to casually suggest Frisky Goat. Like a pro. Keep in mind this isn't really a spot to stop and mooch, although there are a few stools and bar tables for you to perch upon. And in a history of bottom-of-office-building-cafes equating to less than amazing coffee, you'll be surprised to know Frisky Goat (pouring Supreme Roasters coffee and Bunker Hot Chocolate) are a cut above the rest. My latte wasn't overly milky and I could actually detect coffee. Impressed. Plus, I know the guys at Bunker are pretty fussy with who they give their hot chocolate too, so they've got to be good. Oh, and for my lactose intolerant buddies. Bonus points. They offer almond milk for $1 extra.

The Look Cafe is always busy at holiday times and seems to do a roaring breafast and brunch trade…read more That's when we went, but only for coffee, which was good. The next time it was evening and we had a couple of beers and wines and bread and dips but again we didn't eat, although the curry selections smelled great. There's also an limited a la carte menu. The view is one of the best you'll find and on a beautiful morning it's well worth the wait for coffee, but make sure you get a table where you can gaze down on the fantastic Frenchman's Beach.

Disappointed. Tasty coffee. Bitter service. Chick behind the counter was rude. Too concerned with…read morea phone call to take our order. Could not order more than one type of coffee. Birthday ruined.

Service. Maybe it's because I'm from Sydney and expect everything yesterday and with a smile to…read moreboot from a cafe, but golly gosh me it was a struggle to get served. I'm not sure if the person who is usually in charge was away or something but i sat down for 5 mins watched other people who came after me get served, before approaching the staff myself. All up about 20 mins until my food arrived. Admittedly I was very hung over, but it didn't help. Coffee is above average, I'd been told there are better places on that strip. Food was also adequate but nothing special. Breakfast burrito had too much spinach for my liking. Probs try somewhere else next time.

I love love love Greek Food, and I owe Eros all the credit…read more This was the first Greek cafe I went too and now they have a customer for life. What's great about this place is they have these amazing and cheap breakfast/brunch options here, I would strongly advise anyone to try both the falafel and kafta plate's. (Your stomach can thank me later.) If that weren't enough I dare you to walk past the heaving dessert counter and not order something. ...I kid you not, there was a 6 month period where I bought Burmas every weekend (a mouth watering combination of rolled pastry, pistachios and syrup) but I can't go past the Baklava (layers of filo pastry and cashew) or the Namora (semolina, flour and coconut.) Actually without sounding like a total addict, I highly recommend buying a 12 starter pack of sorts, this will give you a small introduction into the wide world of Greek sweets and give you an opportunity to suss out your favourites. Just remember that sharing is caring.

Cafe Mila is a new cafe in the Redlands in the Horizons shopping complex. They opened in June, 2011…read morebut it took me awhile to try them out. I work in the area and there are quite a few coffee shops along the strip. Eventually, I thought I should give them a go and I am pleased to say that I really enjoyed the coffee and the place. They have a warm, vibrant atmosphere and mixed with the relaxed feel all the Redlands seems to have, it is a good combination. I really enjoyed my homemade muffin and cappuccino combo. They also have a really good variety on the menu including baguettes and sandwiches plus I was really temped by their breakfast menu... must come back for breakfast one day soon. They are a little far, I can walk to at least 3 coffee places from where I work and unfortunately I would have to drive to get to Mila. No problem, possibly they might just become my weekend cafe of choice instead.

Relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff. Excellent coffee, and if we get enough people to ask for it,…read morethey might just put the "Canadian Breakfast" on the menu. I asked if they could make it for me: pancakes (or waffles are a good enough alternative) with bacon and poached eggs with maple syrup. Realizing my origin, the staff went and bought some real maple syrup from the nearby shop instead of using the standard maple flavored syrup. A++ on customer service and going the extra mile for a good meal.