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Apples on Ainsworth

28a/36 Ainsworth St, Salisbury QLD 4107, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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28a/36 Ainsworth St, Salisbury QLD 4107, Australia

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+61 423 746 122
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Apples on Ainsworth

Apples on Ainsworth delivers a laid-back suburban retreat in Salisbury with hearty morning plates, large coffees, and genuine South American dishes. Mismatched vintage chairs, thrifted tableware, and retro soup mugs set an unpretentious living-room rhythm away from city traffic. Morning regulars swing by for fresh-squeezed fruit juice alongside griddled arepas and golden tequeños, with dogs resting by the outdoor water stations while kids explore the corner toy bins and community shelves.

  • Thrifty Vintage Aesthetic: Eclectic retro tableware, mismatched vintage seating, and coffee poured into retro soup mugs create an easygoing living-room setting.
  • Cultured Breakfast Options: Crisp arepas, golden tequeños, and rich Vietnamese beef stew offer distinctive international flavor profiles beyond standard cafe eggs.
  • Pet and Family Welcoming: Outdoor tie stations with water bowls welcome pets, while a dedicated kids' corner and nearby playground cater to young families.
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Why Choose Apples on Ainsworth

From hearty breakfasts and cultural specialties to family amenities and vintage decor, here is why locals choose Apples on Ainsworth.

  • Hearty Morning Breakfasts

    Locals enjoy hearty, satisfying morning fare and attentive service in a suburban setting away from the city center.

    The service at this cafe is so genuinely warm and accommodating and the big breakfast is delicious.

    Nicola

  • Peaceful Suburban Coffee Break

    Patrons escape the noise of central districts to enjoy morning coffee and affordable breakfast specials in a peaceful neighborhood.

    Good little cafe that’s out of the hustle and bustle of the city.

    Erin Baskerville

  • Child-Friendly Activities

    Parents appreciate thoughtful on-site amenities including children's activity corners and a community book exchange.

    They have activities and tours for the kids too and a small community library.

    Danielle Thompson

  • Dog-Friendly Outdoor Setup

    Pet owners can conveniently bring their dogs along thanks to dedicated outdoor tie stations equipped with water bowls.

    There is even little tie stations with water bowls outside if your puppy is there with you too :-)

    Nadine Davis

  • Distinctive Latin Specialties

    The menu stands out from typical cafe fare by serving Venezuelan home-style specialties like tequeños and arepas.

    I highly recommend the arepa, and the the Tequeños, they are yummy.

    M L

  • Quirky Vintage Setting

    Eclectic, mismatched retro furniture and thrifted dinnerware give the dining space a distinctive nostalgic personality.

    All the furniture is mismatched, just like the plates, bowls, spoons and everything- it’s just full of character.

    Jason Miller

Customer favorites spanning homestyle Latin, Vietnamese, and breakfast classics

  • Arepas

    I've spent months trying to find arepas. Delicious!

    Naomi Saines - née Kroll

  • Vietnamese stew

    We came here the other weekend for vietnamese stew and it was absolutely delicious.

    Ani W

  • Tequeños

    I highly recommend the arepa, and the the Tequeños, they are yummy.

    M L

  • Big breakfast

    the big breakfast is delicious.

    Nicola

Other favorites

Specialty drinks and sweet refreshments to accompany your visit

  • Red velvet frappe

    i got a red velvet frappe for myself and I loved it.

    Ani W

  • White choc mocha

    my best friend loved her white choc mocha.

    Ani W

  • Mango yogurt smoothie

    New yogurt smoothie deserts and is absolutely delicious. The mango flavour was so yummy.

    Ani W

  • Red velvet latte

    We tried the red velvet latte as an iced drink and it was quite good.

    Erin Baskerville

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and welcoming amenities that make this Salisbury cafe feel like home

  • Retro Soup Mugs for Coffee

    Coffee is served in nostalgic, vintage retro soup mugs that evoke fond childhood memories alongside eclectic thrifted tableware.

  • Small Community Library

    Families can browse an on-site community book sharing collection alongside toys and activities for young children.

  • Dog Tie Stations with Water Bowls

    Outside seating includes dedicated pet tie stations paired with fresh water bowls for visiting dogs.

  • Kids' Corner with Coloring Books

    Young visitors are provided with coloring books and tabletop activities in a designated children's corner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the cafe kid- and dog-friendly?

Yes, the cafe is welcoming to families and dogs, offering a dedicated kids' corner with colouring books and activities, a small community library, a playground across the road, and outdoor tie stations with water bowls.

What kind of food and menu specialties are served?

Beyond traditional breakfast dishes, the cafe features distinct international home-style meals and drinks, including Vietnamese stew, Venezuelan arepas and tequeños, and specialty fruit drinks.

Is parking readily available?

Parking is convenient and easy to find, with both free street parking and a free parking lot available nearby on Ainsworth Street.

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