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Lunch 168

12/262 Leitchs Rd, Brendale QLD 4500, Australia

Recommended by 46 people

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12/262 Leitchs Rd, Brendale QLD 4500, Australia

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+61 7 3889 6296
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Lunch 168

Crisp roast pork banh mi meets classic counter-service smoko in Brendale—fast, fresh, and easy on the pocket. Trade workers drop by for bacon and egg rolls and custom-stacked fresh sandwiches, while regulars know to turn up early before the pork crackling runs out. Friday means hearty plates of curry chicken alongside steaming mugs of coffee. Impeccably kept counters and genuinely warm hospitality set this industrial lunch bar apart, right down to the crisp pickled carrots and warm crusty rolls.

  • Pork Banh Mi Runs: Freshly baked rolls packed with roast pork and crunchy crackling sell quickly during morning and lunch runs.
  • Smoko Staples & Specials: Daily specials like Friday chicken curry sit alongside made-to-order sandwiches and morning egg wraps.
  • Fast, Spotless Service: Consistently noted for spotless prep stations, rapid custom builds, and welcoming hospitality.
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Why Choose Lunch 168

Why Brendale workers and locals count on Lunch 168 for quick smokos, authentic banh mi, and warm hospitality.

  • Crispy Pork Banh Mi and Rolls

    Customers frequently highlight the standout quality of Lunch 168's crisp Vietnamese pork rolls and roast pork, rivaling dedicated bakeries across the city.

    The pork rolls are divine and crackling is always perfect

    jackson caley

  • Hearty Rotating Lunch Specials

    Daily rotating cooked options like Friday curry chicken and chicken rice provide hearty, comforting alternatives to standard takeaway.

    Make sure you go there on a Friday to get the curry chicken it’s life changing

    R.J & Co

  • Brendale Industrial Smoko Staple

    Workers across Brendale rely on Lunch 168 for reliable, fresh, and filling morning smoko breaks and workday sandwiches.

    Best spot in brendale for smoko, owners friendly and always polite, food always fresh and at a great price.

    Aaron Millz

  • Fast Custom Orders for Busy Shifts

    Counter service swiftly accommodates custom sandwich preferences to ensure lunch breaks stay efficient without compromising quality.

    Fresh sandwiches are bang on every time and always happy to accommodate for custom orders in a timely fashion.

    Aaron Millz

  • Warm, Family-Like Hospitality

    Guests consistently comment on the genuine warmth and attentive care provided by the owners, creating a welcoming family feel.

    Such friendly staff. They feel like family!

    Sarah Dorling

  • Thoughtful Dine-In Accommodation

    Despite operating primarily as a quick takeaway joint, the team proactively arranges seating and looks after guests deciding to sit down.

    mainly takeaway but instantly set up a table for four when we decided to dine in.

    B Campbell

Signature smoko favorites and Vietnamese specialties prepared fresh daily

  • Banh Mi

    The ‘banh mi’ was the best I have ever eaten, including the banh mi I ate in Vietnam.

    Ne Ne

  • Curry Chicken

    Make sure you go there on a Friday to get the curry chicken it’s life changing

    R.J & Co

  • Burger

    Best burger in years, good coffee, excellent service, mainly takeaway but instantly set up a table for four when we decided to dine in.

    B Campbell

  • Chicken Wrap

    I had the best chicken wrap here!

    Robyn L

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and personalized service that set this Brendale takeaway apart

  • On-the-Fly Seating Accommodations

    Staff proactively arrange chairs and a table on the spot for guests who decide to eat on site, even though the venue is primarily set up for takeaway.

  • Escort to the Door in Rainy Weather

    Team members walk elderly visitors all the way to the exit to verify they get to their vehicle safely during downpours.

  • Made-to-Order Custom Assembly

    The team readily customizes sandwich orders to diner specifications during busy morning and midday rushes without delaying service.

  • Attentive Table Side Checks

    Servers keep tables stocked with napkins and personally check back with guests to ensure every plate meets expectations.

Before you head over

Practical tips on timing and ordering for your smoko or lunch stop in Brendale.

  • Arrive early for pork rolls

    Popular options like banh mi and roast pork sell quickly, so arrive early in the lunch rush to ensure full menu availability.

  • Check the daily specials

    Plan your visit around recurring lunch specials like the Friday chicken curry and homestyle chicken and rice.

  • Customise your smoko order

    Fresh sandwiches and wraps can be customized made-to-order quickly during busy smoko and lunch breaks.

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