Top 10 Cafes on the Sunshine Coast

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The Velo Project

The Velo Project is a quirky, hidden‑gem café tucked down a quiet street in Mooloolaba that locals love for its honest, locally‑sourced food, creative brunch dishes and quality specialty coffee served with laid‑back Sunshine Coast charm.

With indoor and outdoor seating — including a dog‑friendly courtyard — it’s the kind of spot where you can linger over perfectly brewed espresso, seasonal eats or sweet crepes with friends or family.

The vibe feels relaxed and welcoming, a favourite neighbourhood stop that feels like a little discovery every time you visit.

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Grind Café

Found right on Gympie Terrace with views over the Noosa River, this relaxed café has earned a solid local reputation for great coffee, fresh breakfast and lunch options and that laid‑back riverside vibe that feels quintessentially Noosa.

Locals often drop in for everything from perfectly brewed espresso and smoothies to hearty brunch classics — all served in casual indoor/outdoor seating that’s perfect after a walk along the riverfront.

With friendly service and a menu that hits the mark on both flavour and quality, it’s become one of the go‑to stops for coffee catch‑ups and laid‑back meals in the Noosaville community.

3

The Colombian Coffee Co.

The Colombian Coffee Co. is a much‑loved Sunshine Coast café where locals from Mooloolaba and beyond drop by for expertly roasted, smooth specialty brews — a spot that regularly rates among the best coffee stops on the coast.

With a welcoming vibe, friendly baristas and great breakfast and lunch bites to match the exceptional coffee, it’s the kind of place you return to whether you’re starting your day or catching up with mates.

Passion‑driven and rooted in quality Colombian beans roasted on site, this café feels like a community favourite for coffee lovers and regulars alike.

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The Milk Bar Coffee Co.

The Milk Bar Coffee Co. is a favourite Sunshine Coast café tucked just off Sixth Avenue in Maroochydore that locals love for its vibrant, friendly vibe and consistently great specialty coffee brewed with beans by Single O.

The menu blends creative breakfast and brunch options — from smashed avo and artisan toasties to indulgent wagyu burgers and house‑made granola — with standout drinks like ceremonial matcha and perfectly pulled espressos that locals return for again and again.

With welcoming service, beautifully presented food and a cosy yet lively atmosphere just minutes from the beach, it’s become a go‑to morning stop whether you’re hanging with friends or grabbing a weekend brunch.

5

Depot Noosa

Depot Noosa is a popular Noosaville café right on Gympie Terrace where locals start early with quality Padre specialty coffee and delicious all‑day brunch and lunch options that feel at home beside the Noosa River.

With fresh, healthy “grab & go” style dishes alongside hearty breakfast classics, vibrant juices and smoothies, it’s become a favourite stop for morning coffees, riverside brunches and casual meals in the heart of the Noosa café scene.

Friendly service, relaxed indoor/outdoor vibes and a crowd‑pleasing menu make Depot a go‑to spot whether you’re heading out for a day on the water or meeting mates for a laid‑back catch‑up.

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White Picket Fence Cafe

White Picket Fence Café is a charming brunch and all‑day dining favourite right in the heart of Caloundra, just a short stroll from Bulcock Beach — a go‑to spot for locals looking for relaxed breakfasts, quality specialty coffee and laid‑back lunches.

Known for its creative seasonal menu, inviting indoor/outdoor vibe and friendly service in a dog‑ and kid‑friendly setting, it’s where many Sunshine Coast residents meet friends or family for a weekend catch‑up or leisurely brunch.

With a solid rep for tasty coffee, hearty brunch classics and even cocktails/tapas later in the day, this cafe has firmly earned its place on the local brunch bucket list.

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Little Cove Coffee Peregian Beach

Little Cove Coffee Co. in Peregian Beach is a bright, breezy coastal café locals swing by for excellent specialty coffee and fresh all‑day breakfast and brunch options just minutes from the sand and village shops.

With a relaxed vibe, friendly staff and a menu of tasty classics like avo on sourdough, granola bowls and strong espressos, it’s the kind of spot that feels right at home in the easygoing Peregian café scene.

Whether you’re grabbing a morning brew before a beach walk or lingering with friends over brunch in the sun, it’s become a favourite local stop by the water.

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McGinns of Kenilworth

In the heart of Kenilworth’s small‑town main street, this café has become a beloved local hub where residents and visitors alike drop in for strong coffee, hearty breakfast plates and generous lunch options under a laid‑back country vibe.

Folks love settling in on the alfresco patio with a brew and a big sandwich or creative brunch classic before exploring the Hinterland, all served with warm, friendly service that fits the relaxed pace of life here. With plenty of outdoor seating — even pet‑friendly spaces — and a menu that blends comfort with quality, it’s one of those stops that both locals and day‑trippers swear by when they’re in town

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The Pocket Espresso Bar

The Pocket Espresso Bar is one of those buzzed‑about Moffat Beach hangouts where locals drop in for consistently good coffee, hearty all‑day brunch and laid‑back lunches just a stone’s throw from the sand.

It’s not just a café — it feels like part of the community, with friendly staff, a relaxed vibe and plenty of familiar faces gathering in the courtyard or grabbing a brew before their morning swim or walk along the esplanade.

Whether you’re there for a crisp flat white at sunrise, a lunch with friends or one of the infamous Sunday BBQs, it’s become a favourite spot for beachside coffee culture on the Sunshine Coast.

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Curly’s on the Boardwalk

Curly’s on the Boardwalk feels like that laid‑back coastal café where Mount Coolum locals wander down for a great coffee or a long brunch with salty sea breezes just steps from the beach.

It’s known for friendly service, a varied breakfast‑to‑lunch menu with plenty of veggie and gluten‑free options, and that easy outdoor vibe that suits weekend catch‑ups and post‑walk pit stops alike.

With a big deck overlooking the boardwalk and waves, it’s the kind of place you make part of your Coolum routine — morning brew in hand before a beach stroll or a relaxed lunch with mates.