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Retroespresso

194 Edinburgh Castle Rd, Wavell Heights QLD 4012, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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194 Edinburgh Castle Rd, Wavell Heights QLD 4012, Australia

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+61 429 541 832
HoursMonday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Friday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 AM – 12:30 PM Sunday: 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Retroespresso

A lively Wavell Heights espresso nook, Retroespresso pours serious morning fuel from 5 am for early-shift tradies and dawn riders. The crew keeps the tempo high—dancing behind the machine while knocking out steaming cups, toasted croissants, and avocado with feta. Regulars drop in for a quick cheese toastie, while dog owners head straight through to the sheltered rear courtyard equipped with water bowls. Families linger upstairs around the kids' blackboard and toy chest, nursing an almond mocha or matcha as the morning rolls on.

  • Early Bird Hours: Open from 5 am, supplying early commuters, cyclists, and tradies with fast coffees and warm toasties.
  • Pet-Friendly Courtyard: A sheltered backyard patio tucked away from road noise, complete with water bowls for visiting dogs.
  • Kids' Play Area: Upstairs space fitted with a large blackboard and toys to keep toddlers busy during morning meetups.
  • Lively Atmosphere: Upbeat staff set a cheerful pace behind the counter with buoyant energy and a steady background soundtrack.
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Why Choose Retroespresso

Discover why Wavell Heights locals, families, and dog owners choose Retroespresso for their morning routine.

  • Early Dawn Starts & Hot Morning Coffee

    Opens early from sunrise with reliably hot, robust espresso and fast morning toasties ideal before commutes or bike rides.

    I am there mostly early mornings just after sunrise for my pre-ride breakfast, for me a simple fair of toasty and coffee

    Kenneth Hammond

  • Fast Breakfast Fare & Savory Toasties

    Offers freshly toasted croissants, savory bagels, and quick toasties suited for trade workers and morning commuters on the run.

    Popped in yesterday to get a cheese toastie and a coffee. A local tradie referred the café.

    Robert Gross

  • Family-Friendly Play Spaces for Parent Meetups

    An upstairs space equipped with kids' toys and a large blackboard gives children engaging activities while parents relax together.

    There are also toys and a big blackboard for kids upstairs, great for a mum catch up.

    Rosemary Walters

  • Sheltered Courtyard for Family Mornings

    A sheltered courtyard complete with toy chests and open seating fosters comfortable weekend morning gatherings for the whole family.

    courtyard was cosy and sheltered with a chest of kids' toys and water bowls for dogs. Thoroughly enjoyed a family Sunday morning there.

    Jodie Lane

  • Dedicated Outdoor Space Welcoming Dogs

    A dog-friendly rear courtyard with fresh water bowls and a community of dog owners makes bringing canine companions seamless.

    Nice spot, a doggy heaven and importantly both staff and other patrons understand the doggy culture.

    Keelan Howard

  • Quiet Courtyard Tucked Away from Road Noise

    The outdoor courtyard is positioned behind the main shopfront, providing a tranquil, shaded retreat away from passing street traffic.

    Seating area behind shopfront was a nice spot to get away from road noise.

    Steve Hall

Morning staples and quick toasted favorites

  • Avocado on toast with feta

    The ham and cheese toasted croissant and the avocado on toast with feta were delicious.

    Kamila mendonça

  • Ham and cheese toasted croissant

    The ham and cheese toasted croissant and the avocado on toast with feta were delicious.

    Kamila mendonça

  • Salami bagel with pesto

    Food is very well priced and the salami bagel with pesto is to die for 😍 staff are always quick and friendly

    Hugo De Souza (GENTROTRASH)

  • Cheese toastie

    Popped in yesterday to get a cheese toastie and a coffee.

    Robert Gross

Before you head over

Helpful tips on timing, play areas, and courtyard seating

  • Early Morning Fuel

    Stop by early after sunrise for a quick coffee and toastie alongside commuting tradies and cyclists before daily routines begin.

  • Family Catch-Ups Upstairs

    Head upstairs to use the dedicated toy nook and blackboard so young kids can stay occupied during social meetups.

  • Courtyard Dog Visits

    Take dogs through to the sheltered rear courtyard, which provides water bowls and a quiet seating buffer away from street noise.

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