Restaurant
Cafe Lacuna
2/264 Rode Rd, Wavell Heights QLD 4012, Australia
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2/264 Rode Rd, Wavell Heights QLD 4012, Australia
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Set along Rode Road in Wavell Heights, Cafe Lacuna runs as an easy daytime cafe that morphs into a lively Asian fusion diner on weekend nights. Morning tables fill for potato-feta hash cakes, sweet-roast espresso, and the Big Lacuna—backed by floor staff thoughtful enough to pour toddler juices into takeaway cups unprompted. Come Friday and Saturday evening, the room shifts gears completely. Locals skip the trek into the Valley for sticky ribs, crisp pork belly, DIY duck pancakes, and chilled craft pale ale.
- Weekend Asian Fusion Dinners: On Friday and Saturday nights, the kitchen turns out share plates like crispy pork belly, ribs, and duck pancakes paired with craft beer.
- Generous Morning Plates: Morning service centres on plates like the Big Lacuna, eggs benedict over potato and feta hash cakes, and specialty coffee.
- Thoughtful Family Service: Floor staff ease family dining with practical touches, including serving drinks for toddlers in takeaway cups with straws.
- Lush Dining with Retail Plants: Indoor greenery fills the dining room, where visitors can eat among leafy arrangements and browse retail plants and gifts.
What's On at Cafe Lacuna
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Cafe Lacuna
From hearty morning breakfast favorites to Friday and Saturday Asian fusion dinners and craft drinks, see why Wavell Heights locals love Cafe Lacuna. Visit our website to check menus and plan your visit.
Generous Morning Plates
Portions at breakfast are reliably substantial, anchored by hearty plates like the Big Lacuna to keep diners fueled throughout the morning.
If you come ask for the big Lacuna its the best big breakfast you'll have.
Rochelle Lyn Distinctive Cafe Signatures
Morning dishes elevate standard cafe fare with creative touches, such as pairing eggs benedict with house-made potato and feta hash cakes.
I had the lacuna eggs benedict, which came with potato and feta hash cakes
Jo Weekend Evening Asian Fusion Transformation
On Friday and Saturday nights, the kitchen transitions into an Asian fusion dinner destination offering house specialties from ribs to DIY duck pancakes.
asian fusion dinner menu recently and OMG that was divine!
Maria P Chef-Curated Cocktails and Craft Beers
Evening dining is elevated with an extensive drinks selection featuring custom cocktails and chef-crafted craft beers like pale ale and ginger beer.
The craft beer, pale ale and ginger, are a cut above and there’s a wide variety of cocktails.
Ray Celegato Thoughtful Care That Lowers Family Stress
Attentive staff proactively cater to family needs—such as serving toddler drinks in takeaway cups with straws—allowing parents to relax and enjoy their breakfast.
helped reduced a lot of stress and i was able to enjoy my food
Shannon City-Calibre Dining Without the CBD Commute
Locals skip the long commute into Fortitude Valley or the Brisbane CBD, enjoying ambitious evening dining right in their neighborhood.
forget driving into the Valley or the city for a decent feed
Liz Celegato
Most popular items
Customer-favorite selections spanning hearty morning cafe plates to weekend evening Asian fusion specialties.
The Big Lacuna
If you come ask for the big Lacuna its the best big breakfast you'll have.
Rochelle Lyn Lacuna Eggs Benedict
I had the lacuna eggs benedict, which came with potato and feta hash cakes
Jo DIY Duck Pancakes
Their house specialty ribs and DIY duck pancakes are to die for!
Maria P Baoger
The “Baoger” dessert is amazing! Cinnamon, salted caramel, deep friend bao bun, deliciousness!
Conrad Brookman
Other favorites
Complement your visit with house-crafted desserts, custom cocktails, craft beers, and novelty sips.
Baoger Dessert
The “Baoger” dessert is amazing! Cinnamon, salted caramel, deep friend bao bun, deliciousness!
Conrad Brookman House Cocktails
If you pair it with their own range of cocktails - you would not want to leave the place!
Maria P Craft Beer
The craft beer, pale ale and ginger, are a cut above and there’s a wide variety of cocktails.
Ray Celegato Pink Hot Chocolate
Never thought brisbane would have a pink hot chocolate! A princesses dream!
Jayedyn Rohl
Beyond the menu
From intuitive family hospitality to bespoke evening pairings, explore the thoughtful touches that elevate dining at Cafe Lacuna—check the website to plan your next table.
Preemptive Toddler Hospitality
Floor staff anticipate parenting challenges without prompting, serving toddler drinks in lidded takeaway cups with straws to prevent spills and keep morning meals relaxed.
Custom Milestone Share Platters
For large family milestones and birthdays, the kitchen adapts dinner into generous banquet-style share plates featuring pork belly, vegetable curry, and sweet-and-sour chicken.
Chef-Crafted Brews and Cocktails
Evening dining features drinks developed directly by owner-chef Craig, including custom house cocktails alongside proprietary craft pale ales and ginger beers.
Dining Among Living Plants and Gifts
The dining floor integrates retail greenery and gifts directly into the seating space, allowing guests to shop potted plants and curated items between courses.
Before you head over
Essential advice on reservations, menu highlights, and dietary needs—visit their website to explore the menu and plan your meal.
Book Ahead for Peak Weekend Sittings
Table space fills quickly for daytime breakfast runs and Friday–Saturday evening services; reserving in advance ensures a smooth sitting.
Sample the Evening Share Plates & House Drinks
Evening dinner service features share-friendly Asian fusion plates like ribs, DIY duck pancakes, and pork belly, paired with craft beers and house cocktails.
Dietary Accommodations & Family Dining
The kitchen provides gluten-free and lactose-free options, alongside thoughtful family-friendly touches for guests dining with toddlers. Visit the website to review current menus and plan your meal.
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