As much as we all love riding, it’s well documented that sometimes before we start, we are already thinking about the coffee at the end! For two-wheeled coffee drinkers, the first sip after a long ride is rewarding! We were determined to hunt down Queensland’s top bike-friendly cafes. So we asked our members what their favourite post-ride coffee spots were, and here are the results.
Musette | Bowen Hills
Voted top post ride cafe in Brisbane by our members! This gem is hidden inside CAMS Cycling Collective.
Cheeky Bean | West End
Cracking Colombian coffee and shockingly bad humour, with an ever changing array of naughty snacks! Dog friendly as well!
Cadence Cafe | Nerang
Situated at the back of the bike shop ‘Just Ride’. This cafe has a laid back atmosphere and provides a nice place for a catch up after a bike ride.
Bean Beat | Hervey Bay
A lovely, locally-owned, family-run cafe devoted to serving fantastic, home-made food by the beach side.
Cafe in the Mountains | Mt Nebo
Nestled in the forest with stunning views while you eat, and drink your coffee.
The Gardens Club | Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
The Gardens Club occupies the heritage listed curator’s cottage in the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, hosting a cafe.
Baked at Ancora | Tweed Heads
Where classic Parisian bakery meets cheeky waterside picnics.
Cafe Scooterini | Coolangatta
Enjoy a post ride beverage and meal by the beachside at this cosy cafe.
River City Coffee Roasters | Ormiston
River City Coffee Roasters was born from a desire to create amazing coffee, and share it with the public.
Water Drop Teahouse | Chung Tian Temple Underwood
The Teahouse provides tranquil and comfortable surroundings to relax with light vegetarian meals and refreshments.
Preece’s at the Jetty | Redcliffe
Modern Australian dishes in a large, long-standing restaurant with pavement seating & bay views.
Lokal + Co | West End
A neighbourhood eatery and bar with a Nordic influence.
Hey Joe Coffee + Co | East Brisbane
An eatery with contemporary Australian cafe service and London-inspired aesthetics.
Drift Coffee Company | Scarborough
Dog friendly, seaside, organic coffee & eats.
Swift espresso | Paddington
A great place to relax and connect in Paddington over great coffee and a flavour-packed menu.
QRoasters | Stafford
Coffee is QRoasters passion and craft!
Cruise down to your favourite coffee shop and tag Bicycle Queensland, so we can stay up to date with the best cafes in QLD. We are sure there is more great coffee shops out there, so if we have missed your favourite let us know!
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Enjoy your riding and COFFEE!
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