COFFEE GUIDEBRISBANE · 2026

Best Coffee
in East Brisbane

4 cafes reviewed. Same order every time. One latte, one double shot espresso. No sponsorships.

4REVIEWED
1MUST VISIT
6.3AVG SCORE
7.8HIGHEST

TOP PICK IN EAST BRISBANE

7.8/10
Cafetal Coffee Roasters
East Brisbane · $$
MUST VISIT
"Bold from the jump bright Colombian character, clean through the middle, long finish that earns its place. Own roast, direct trade, single o..."

East Brisbane in Brisbane has more misses than hits, but the top picks are worth knowing. We have reviewed 4 cafes here with an average score of 6.3/10. Top pick is Cafetal Coffee Roasters at 7.8/10.

HOW WE SCORE
One latte. One espresso. Every time. No exceptions.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN EAST BRISBANE
1 of 4 cafes score 7.5+ (Must Visit tier)
Average score: 6.3/10 below the Brisbane average of 6.4
Typical price: $$
1 cafe score below 5.5. Worth skipping

ALL 4 CAFES · RANKED

East Brisbane Ranked by Score

1
7.8
Cafetal Coffee Roasters TOP PICK
East Brisbane · $$
Bold from the jump bright Colombian character, clean through the middle, long finish that ...
MUST VISIT
2
7.1
Fortitude Coffee Roasters
East Brisbane · $$
Punchy start, smooth body, chocolatey notes own roast on-site at Manilla Street. Consiste...
SOLID
3
6.4
Junes Cafe
East Brisbane · $$
Soft start, holds steady through the middle, own blend playing it safe, not a strong cup b...
TAKE OR LEAVE
4
4.1
Abrisca Coffee Roasters
East Brisbane · $$
Sharp start, heavy body, burnt flavour, unbalanced, harsh finish expected more from a roas...
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