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Brew'd Awakening Cafe

334 Melton Rd, Northgate QLD 4013, Australia

Recommended by 69 people

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Find Brew'd Awakening Cafe

334 Melton Rd, Northgate QLD 4013, Australia

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+61 451 237 724
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Brew'd Awakening Cafe

Morning rituals in Northgate shift gears here—serious brunch craft without suburban cafe clichés. Regulars head straight for the crispy chicken katsu stacked over sourdough and avocado, built with audible crunch. Tables fill fast with loaded brekkie wraps and eggs benedict alongside properly pulled espresso. Past the counter sits the real draw: a high-walled, sun-drenched backyard courtyard where dogs score housemade biscuits while their owners split scratch-baked vanilla slice and Basque cheesecake.

  • Crispy Chicken Katsu: Golden-fried chicken cutlets served over crusty sourdough and avocado, delivering serious crunch.
  • Sunlit Pet Courtyard: A quiet, high-walled backyard courtyard welcoming four-legged guests with water bowls and housemade dog biscuits.
  • Scratch-Baked Sweets: Daily rotating cabinet treats made entirely in-house, from creamy Basque cheesecake to fresh vanilla slices.
  • Hearty Brekkie Staples: Brimming breakfast burgers, flavor-packed morning wraps, and espresso pulled fresh from early morning.
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Why Diners Choose Brew'd Awakening Cafe

From savory katsu and scratch-made baking to an enclosed dog-friendly courtyard, discover what sets this Northgate staple apart—head to the website to view the latest menu and plan your visit.

  • Signature Crispy Chicken Katsu

    Brunch plates are prepared with serious craft, led by succulent chicken katsu fried to a golden crunch and stacked on fresh sourdough with avocado.

    The Chicken Katsu was a masterpiece—perfectly golden-crisp on the outside and incredibly succulent on the inside.

    Wild Yak

  • Generous Portions & Standout Coffee

    Mornings are powered by substantial, high-value portions paired with consistently smooth lattes and espresso pulled with precision.

    The food was good and a huge portion. I really enjoyed their food and coffee. Latte was awesome.

    Jaehwi Yoon

  • Sun-Drenched Pet-Friendly Courtyard

    Tucked behind high sheltered walls, the rear garden welcomes dogs with shaded grass, fresh water, and housemade treats away from traffic.

    The piece de resistance they've got a sun drenched back yard pet friendly and the high walls around it no breeze so lovely in the winter sun in qld.

    Orville de Raadt

  • Tranquil Backyard Retreat

    An expansive rear dining patio offers both sunlit and shaded spots, creating a calm suburban sanctuary ideal for relaxing brunches and gatherings.

    It was a nice quiet sunny paradise out the back with shaded seating and sunny seating if you prefer.

    Bernadette Savage

  • In-House Baked Cakes & Slices

    Rather than relying on third-party commercial suppliers, the kitchen bakes its rotating display cabinet treats and slices fresh on-site.

    They make absolutely everything they serve, including all the yummy cakes and slices in their front cabinet!

    Kathryn Woodruff

  • Indulgent House-Whipped Frappes & Sweets

    Beverages and dessert offerings are elevated with scratch-made ingredients, from velvety basque cheesecake to frappes piled with house-whipped cream.

    Wish I had taken a photo of the beautiful mocha frappe with homemade whipped cream and chocolate flakes (it didn’t last long, I absolutely downed it)

    Sabrina B

Standout brunch plates, handcrafted cabinet sweets, and specialty sips proven by customer reviews.

  • Chicken Katsu

    The Chicken Katsu was a masterpiece—perfectly golden-crisp on the outside and incredibly succulent on the inside.

    Wild Yak

  • Eggs Benedict

    Coffee is decent and the eggs Benny I ordered was very nice!

    Peter “EggVillain”

  • House-Made Cheesecake

    The cheese cake was literally the best I have had in any cafe. It was so fresh and creamy.

    Bernadette Savage

  • Mocha Frappe

    Wish I had taken a photo of the beautiful mocha frappe with homemade whipped cream and chocolate flakes (it didn’t last long, I absolutely downed it), I’ve never had a coffee that delicious before, especially as someone that is a whipped cream fiend, it was to die for!

    Sabrina B

Other favorites

Scratch-made cabinet sweets, specialty sips, and savory sides to round out your visit.

  • Homemade Vanilla Slice

    Without question the vanilla slices are home Made and the best I have ever had anywhere.

    George F (Australia)

  • Freshly Squeezed Apple Juice

    The freshly squeezed apple juice was epic. They used real fresh sweet apples and didn't add any water to dilute.

    Bernadette Savage

  • Side of Halloumi

    What ever style it is, was awesome and not like other halloumi that is way too salty. Do recommend trying it.

    Peter “EggVillain”

  • Homemade Cold Brew

    You have to try their home made cold brew, so refreshing.

    Anne Hoven

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures and house-crafted details that elevate every order—visit the website to explore the daily specials and plan your morning.

  • Homemade Dog Biscuits at the Table

    Visiting dogs lounging in the courtyard are greeted with their own housemade dog biscuit brought out alongside coffee orders, accompanied by a dedicated fresh water bowl.

  • Direct Chef Hospitality

    The kitchen chef directly connects with diners alongside front-counter staff to provide warm, attentive service.

  • Undiluted Cold-Pressed Juicing

    Fresh juice is pressed purely from whole sweet apples with zero added water or dilution.

  • Scratch-Whipped Drink Toppings

    Specialty chilled drinks like the mocha frappe are finished with housemade whipped cream and chocolate flakes rather than commercial canned toppings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there pet-friendly seating available?

Yes, dogs are welcome in the enclosed, sun-drenched outdoor backyard courtyard. The team regularly sets out fresh water bowls and has even been known to offer homemade dog treats.

Are the baked goods and cakes made in-house?

Yes, all sweets, cakes, and slices showcased in the front cabinet are freshly made in-house, including their standout basque cheesecake and homemade vanilla slices.

What are the parking options?

Free parking options include street parking and an on-site lot, though spaces can fill up quickly during busy weekend morning rush periods.

What are the operating hours?

The cafe opens at 6:00 AM on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and closes at 2:30 PM. On weekends (Saturday and Sunday), it operates from 7:00 AM until 1:00 PM.

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