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Merlo Coffee Cafe | Bowen Hills

10 Thompson St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006, Australia

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10 Thompson St, Bowen Hills QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 7 3620 4202
HoursMonday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Merlo Coffee Cafe | Bowen Hills

This light-industrial Bowen Hills torrefazione pairs expertly pulled espresso with front-row views into a working roastery warehouse. A glazed back wall and overhead conveyor tubes keep the dining floor humming, backed by an attached bakery turning out fresh bread and flaky pastries daily. Regulars rely on the kitchen for stacked wagyu corned silverside sandwiches, eggs puttanesca, and off-menu waffle orders for kids, all backed by notably attentive table service. Doors stay open until 4:00 PM on weekends for unhurried late afternoons.

  • Working Roastery Views: A large glass wall looks straight into the working roastery warehouse and overhead ceiling conveyor tubes.
  • Connected In-House Bakery: In-house ovens provide freshly baked bread, croissants, and flaky pastries right next to the cafe floor.
  • Late Weekend Hours: Extended weekend trading runs until 4:00 PM, well past standard mid-afternoon cafe closing times.
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Why Visit Merlo Coffee Cafe Bowen Hills

Discover what makes Merlo Coffee's Bowen Hills Torrefazione a standout destination for coffee lovers.

  • Connected Artisan Bakery

    Freshly baked loaves, breakfast rolls, and pastries are made on-site thanks to the directly connected bakery.

    This venue is excellent as it has the bakery connected. All the bread I've tried is great

    William

  • Fresh Specialty Roasts & Hearty Fare

    Guests can enjoy specialty coffee paired with generous, fresh breakfast options and gourmet hot sandwiches.

    This venture is a big roastery with a great cafe. Do yourself a favour and get involved. We had a breakfast panini and a salami sandwich 🥪 food was good. Coffee was excellent 👌

    Steven Crawford

  • Roastery Mechanics in Plain Sight

    Guests enjoy an engaging visual atmosphere featuring a large glazed wall and an overhead conveyor tube running into the roastery.

    Bonus points to the awesome, over-engineered coffee conveyor tube in the ceiling!

    Nathan Jip

  • Stimulating Industrial Cafe Atmosphere

    The vibrant industrial setting pairs perfectly roasted coffee with an energetic, modern warehouse cafe vibe.

    The atmosphere was as visually stimulating as the perfectly made coffee.

    Lisa Ramsden

  • Comfortable Wait During Nearby Vehicle Servicing

    Conveniently positioned for visitors needing a comfortable space, warm coffee, and hearty meals while waiting for bike or car maintenance.

    Went in the Bowen Hills store for lunch and a coffee while waiting for a car service

    John Kilna

  • Extended Weekend Hours Until 4 PM

    Unlike standard morning-only cafes, weekend trading extends through the afternoon until 4:00 PM for late visits and coffee runs.

    They are open until 4pm on the weekends which is great for late visits to Brissy

    Justin Tracey

Freshly made breakfast and lunch staples from the cafe and on-site bakery

  • Breakfast Panini

    We had a breakfast panini and a salami sandwich 🥪 food was good.

    Steven Crawford

  • Personalised Waffles

    No kids menu however when we asked the waitress the chef personally came over and said he could make personalised waffles for the kids. Of course they couldn't finish so we had the last bit and it was the best waffles!

    Danni E

  • Spinach and Ricotta Puff Pastry

    The standout item was definitely the spinach and ricotta puff pastry—it was absolutely amazing 🤩, fresh, flaky, and full of flavour.

    BanuPriya Moorthy

  • Wagu Corned Silverside Sandwich

    Cafe special Wagu corned Silverside sandwich, OMG usually when I get a sandwich anywhere it's always i need something else I'm still hungry, damn this was mega.

    John Kilna

Other favorites

Sweet bakery treats and specialty cold drinks to accompany your roast

  • Chocolate Cruffin

    The chocolate cruffin was also super yummy and a perfect sweet treat to finish the meal.

    BanuPriya Moorthy

  • Donut

    Great coffee and donut was had while waiting for my bike to be serviced.

    Danny Breen

  • Salted Caramel Frappe

    Right now I’m absolutely loving the Salted Caramel Frappe, and Breakfast Panini or Italian Focaccia!

    Nadine M

  • Affogato

    Loved the Eggs Puttanesca accompanied with an Affogato on day one👌💙

    Lisa Ramsden

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful culinary flexibility and attentive personal care that elevate everyday coffee runs

  • Chef-Customised Waffles for Kids

    When visiting with children, the chef personally comes to tables to prepare off-menu custom waffles tailored specifically for them.

  • Custom Off-Menu Drink Adaptations

    Staff devise tailored drink alternatives when items run low, such as topping a long black with house coffee-infused coconut cream.

  • Detailed Dietary & Nutritional Care

    Team members proactively look up nutritional specifications like protein counts when requested for grab-and-go dietary snacks.

  • Dedicated Bean Advice & Retail Guidance

    Staff provide personalized bean purchasing consultations and brewing guidance while customers wait or explore home-brew gear.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing, parking, and ordering to make the most of your visit to Merlo Bowen Hills.

  • Time Your Visit Past the Morning Rush

    Morning peak rushes bring vibrant crowds, tradies, and elevated noise. If you prefer a calmer environment while waiting for local vehicle servicing or dining in, visit after the morning peak clears.

  • Plan Ahead for Street Parking

    Street parking along Thompson Street can be tricky during busy periods. Take advantage of dedicated off-street takeaway spaces directly out front if you are picking up coffee on the go.

  • Ask the Kitchen for Custom Kids Options

    While there is no formal printed kids menu, the kitchen team can prepare custom off-menu waffles for young diners upon request alongside substantial, adult-sized kids bacon and egg rolls.

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