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Cafe Shakana

Ipswich City Church Multiplex Building, 16-18 Roderick St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

Recommended by 53 people

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Ipswich City Church Multiplex Building, 16-18 Roderick St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia

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+61 7 3281 5155
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cafe Shakana

Tucked opposite St Andrew's hospital, this daytime haven delivers fast morning sustenance and calm respite from clinic appointments. Settle indoors under the air conditioning or grab a table on the leafy al fresco terrace—no laptop distractions or screen clutter here, just warm conversation and honest hospitality. Locals drop by for a quick, tidy bacon-and-egg roll with barbecue sauce, a hot flat white, or fresh chicken sangas paired with house-made slices.

  • Dual-Zone Seating: Air-conditioned dining inside and well-spaced al fresco tables outside offer quiet respites near the medical precinct.
  • Screen-Free Respite: Warm, fuss-free hospitality focused strictly on dining and catching up, keeping tables clear of screens and laptop chargers.
  • Speedy Counter Classics: Bacon-and-egg rolls, hot espresso, and fresh sandwiches hit tables promptly for clinic visitors and area workers.
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What's On at Cafe Shakana

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Choose Cafe Shakana

Why patrons choose Cafe Shakana for appointment stops, daytime catch-ups, and fresh meals.

  • Handy Precinct Location for Medical Visits

    Situated opposite St Andrew's Hospital and local specialist clinics, Cafe Shakana offers an easy stop for a meal or drink before and after medical visits.

    The venue is located near numerous medical facilities and is handy for a coffee or meal before an appointment.

    Jason Prins

  • A Calming Stop Before or After Appointments

    Guests looking for calm surroundings around clinical appointments find a peaceful stop to pause and regroup.

    My go to place after my hospital appointments

    Andrea Dennehy

  • Dual Indoor Air-Conditioned and Al Fresco Seating

    Guests can opt for an air-conditioned indoor dining room or spaced al fresco outdoor tables depending on preference and weather.

    you are able to Dine Inside with Air-conditioning or Outside with Fresh Air.

    Colleen Dianne “CD” Adams

  • Prompt Table Service for Morning Stops

    Morning meals and hot drinks arrive promptly at your table, catering to patrons managing busy daytime routines.

    Coffee nearly on the table before i sat down and hot.

    C Broadwith

  • Relaxed Setting for Meeting Friends

    Spacious and pleasant seating configurations make meeting and catching up with friends an easy daytime outing.

    Convenient Cafe to catch up with friends.

    Bernie Giggins

  • Welcoming Neighborhood Hospitality for Locals

    Attentive team members create a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere by greeting regulars and remembering preferences.

    I work in the area and they know how to treat a local!

    Peter Coverdale

Popular dishes and morning favorites reviewed by visitors

  • Big Breakfast

    The big breakfast option alone is a 5 star experience. Incredible value for money, very friendly staff. Made my Friday. Please, I implore any of you, take the big breakfast option. It is truly pound for pound the best big brekkie you’ll get in a 10 km radius.

    Lance Masina

  • Spicy Chicken Burger

    Spicy Chicken Burger was amazing.

    Brady Fletcher

  • Roast Lamb and Gravy Roll

    The Roast Lamb and Gravy roll was even better.

    Brady Fletcher

  • Bacon and Egg Roll

    Bacon and egg roll with generous amount BBQ sauce and tasty bacon with a perfectly cooked egg, just runny in the middle- But doesn't drip on your shirt!

    Shay Crans

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful personal service and welcoming accommodations that elevate everyday visits.

  • Personal Delivery Across the Road

    When a customer with limited mobility lost their straw and could not walk back across the street, a staff member walked across the road personally to deliver a replacement.

  • Customized Dietary Accommodations

    Staff readily customize dishes on request to meet dietary requirements, such as adjusting a pumpkin salad to ensure it is gluten-free.

  • Memorized Orders and Caring Check-ins

    Team members memorize customer beverage orders and take time to connect personally, checking in on how patrons' days went.

  • Dual-Climate Spaced Seating

    Guests can select between an air-conditioned interior dining room or well-spaced al fresco outdoor tables in the fresh air.

Before you head over

Practical advice for dining, scheduling, and dietary requests at Cafe Shakana

  • Leave the Laptop Behind

    Cafe Shakana does not provide customer Wi-Fi and does not allow patrons to plug in laptops, so plan on dining unplugged rather than remote working.

  • Timing Medical Visits

    Located opposite St Andrew's Hospital, the cafe offers prompt service and spaced al fresco seating, making it convenient before or after appointments.

  • Dietary & Gluten-Free Requests

    The kitchen accommodates gluten-free requirements, offering gluten-free bread for sandwiches and adapting dishes like the pumpkin salad upon request.

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