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The best cafés to work from in Brisbane, according to Reddit

The 3 cafés to work from in Brisbane that people on Reddit named as places they worked from, led by Paper Moon, Coffee Anthology and Cowch. The 7 after them are our own picks, by work score, to make 10.

Ranked by how many Reddit threads name the place as somewhere to work, then by work score. Quoted as written, linked to the thread. One branch per chain.

View of Brisbane skyline with Story Bridge spanning the river, on a clear day.
  1. Paper Moon

    Café, Annerley Rd

    POWER, Reddit recommended

    , work score 100
    Hey it may be a bit of a commute but paper moon in Annerley is absolutely amazing. They have PowerPoint's, comfortable chairs, good lighting. It doesn't normally get too loud and I can imagine studying there would be the perfect atmosphere!
    r/BrisbaneSocialMarch 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Paper Moon

  2. Coffee Anthology

    Café, Charlotte Street

    Reddit recommended

    , work score 97
    Probably Coffee Anthology in Elizabeth Street, partially because it seems big enough that they won't mind if you take a table for an hour or two to work.
    r/brisbaneMay 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Coffee Anthology

  3. Cowch

    Café, Grey Street

    POWER, Reddit recommended

    , work score 70
    Cowch at south bank has power points the staff are friendly and the coffee is great. They get super busy late afternoon and in the evening but super accomodating during the day
    r/BrisbaneSocialMarch 2023mixed

    Hours, amenities and photos for Cowch

Our picks

Reddit named 3. These are the next best by work score, one branch per chain.

  1. Brew Cafe & Wine Bar

    Café, Lower Burnett Ln

    WI-FI, Recommended ×4

    , work score 100
    Tucked away in a laneway between 7-Eleven and EB Games just off Queen Street Mall, this café is the perfect place for a creative hideaway. With retro chairs and artwork, funky tunes and great food, you can lose yourself for hours in its ambience.
    Nothing Ever Happens in BrisbaneAugust 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for Brew Cafe & Wine Bar

  2. Gramps Cafe

    Café, Windsor Road

    Recommended ×2

    , work score 100
    I normally set myself up in its outdoor courtyard with my laptop and double shot dirty chai latte, surrounded by green and nature all around.
    Nothing Ever Happens in BrisbaneAugust 2022

    Hours, amenities and photos for Gramps Cafe

  3. Neighbourhood

    Café, Moggill Road

    Guide recommended

    , work score 100
    Take your pick in the huge seating areas or head outside to find yourself a quiet nook amongst the greenery
    Style MagazinesMay 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Neighbourhood

  4. The Single Guys Coffee Co.

    Café, Moggill Road

    WI-FI, POWER, Guide recommended

    , work score 100
    The Single Guys is simply the way to go, with large tables to fit that clunky computer on and power points near the floor to keep that battery running all day. And for an added bonus, when you purchase your coffee or meal you’ll be able to access the free wifi.
    Style MagazinesMay 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for The Single Guys Coffee Co.

  5. The Library Cafe

    Café, Stanley Place

    WI-FI, Guide recommended

    , work score 100
    There is an adjacent book shop meaning you’ll come across plenty of people who come here to read, giving this cafe a quiet ambience. The food is absolutely delicious, and Wi-Fi speeds are comparably high.
    The Digital Nomad WorldNovember 2021

    Hours, amenities and photos for The Library Cafe

  6. Veneziano Coffee Roasters

    Café, Montague Road

    Guide recommended

    , work score 100
    The popular hangout now sports new individual tables and booths along the walls, ideal for meetings. Head outside in the sun where you can sit on the new deck area and get your stuff done.
    Style MagazinesMay 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Veneziano Coffee Roasters

  7. Coffee Supreme

    Café, Balaclava St

    WI-FI, Guide recommended

    , work score 100
    Come for the coffee, stay for the generous desk space and unlimited Wi-Fi. The popularity of Coffee Supreme is mostly fuelled by students, freelancers, and anyone who wants a coffee escape from studying/working from home.
    Insider GuidesMarch 2023

    Hours, amenities and photos for Coffee Supreme

Quoted from the Reddit threads linked, which are not ours. If a quote is yours and you would rather it were not here, email us and it comes down.