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Strauss

189 Elizabeth St, Laneway, Brisbane City QLD 4002, Australia

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189 Elizabeth St, Laneway, Brisbane City QLD 4002, Australia

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+61 7 3236 5232
HoursMonday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Strauss

Tucked away at the end of an Elizabeth Street alleyway, Strauss offers an unhurried CBD escape with dialled-in espresso and tight kitchen craft. Regulars duck down the brick corridor to sidestep city noise, claiming stools at the bar or timber tables inside. Sourdough comes stacked with juicy chicken, creamy labneh, and a poached egg, while morning orders lean toward double-smoked ham and aged cheddar omelettes or toasted bagels split with fried egg and halloumi. Glasses of chilled water arrive at your table the moment you sit down, setting a steady pace over silky flat whites and fresh batch brews.

  • Laneway Retreat: Tucked into an Elizabeth Street alcove without street signage, offering a quiet hideaway from CBD traffic.
  • Focused Breakfast Menu: Carefully curated staples including double-smoked ham omelettes, halloumi bagels, and sourdough with labneh.
  • Thoughtful Table Hospitality: Attentive sit-down hospitality with instant table water and shared dishes split neatly across plates.
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Why Choose Strauss

Why Brisbane diners step off the beaten track into Strauss

  • Secluded Laneway Escape

    Tucked 20 metres down an alleyway off Elizabeth Street without prominent street signage, offering a quiet alcove tucked away from the busy city traffic.

    A fabulous coffee shop hidden along an alley 20 metres from busy Elizabeth St in the heart of the city.

    Rob Scott

  • Peaceful CBD Retreat

    A welcoming, slowed-pace atmosphere and cozy vintage furniture that provide a tranquil escape from noisy and crowded urban streets.

    Lovely atmosphere, that is away from the hub-hub of city streets. Nice and relaxed for someone like myself that isn't big on loud/crowded spaces.

    Ainslie Collins

  • Artisan Sourdough & Breakfast Staples

    Meticulously prepared breakfast staples, featuring perfectly cooked poached eggs, fresh avocado, and chewy artisan toast.

    The rye bread had a crunchy crust while having a fluffy inside. The combination of flavours were exceptional - from the fresh avocado and marinated feta drizzled with lemon, it was very pleasing on the tongue.

    Alan Dang

  • Attentive Table Hospitality

    Thoughtfully tailored service offering shared breakfast plates split onto individual dishes directly from the kitchen, alongside prompt table water.

    the staff allowed us to share a delicious halloumi, avocado and fried egg bagel by bring each half on seperate plates with knives and forks.

    Rob Scott

  • Solo Focus & Business Meetings

    Welcoming bar and counter seating suitable for independent diners, solo focus work, or quiet professional catch-ups over batch brew coffee.

    If you are a batch brew fan, try theirs, it's spectacular. It's the right spot for a business meeting or to get some work done on your own.

    MOMO

  • Comfortable Solo Bar Seating

    Dedicated stool and bar seating configured specifically for eating comfortably on your own while observing the open kitchen.

    The vibe was fantastic with that sort of "old charm" full of old furniture and a proper place with stools for those who like to eat solo.

    Maximiliano Barra

Signature breakfast and brunch favourites crafted in our secluded laneway hideaway

  • Omelette

    The omelette was piping hot and absolutely delicious, with the bacon cooked to perfection

    Maximiliano Barra

  • Avocado Toast

    The clean and simple presentation of the dish was extremely mouth-watering. The rye bread had a crunchy crust while having a fluffy inside. The combination of flavours were exceptional - from the fresh avocado and marinated feta drizzled with lemon, it was very pleasing on the tongue.

    Alan Dang

  • Halloumi, Avocado and Fried Egg Bagel

    delicious halloumi, avocado and fried egg bagel

    Rob Scott

  • Chicken Sourdough

    The chicken was so juicy & tender, and the poached egg blended perfectly with the crispy, chewy sourdough and creamy labneh.

    Anastasia

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate a secluded Brisbane CBD cafe visit

  • Kitchen-Split Shared Plates

    Guests sharing a meal have their dish pre-portioned in the kitchen and served onto two individual plates with separate cutlery.

  • Immediate Table Water Service

    Upon being seated, guests are promptly greeted with a bottle of chilled water and glasses brought directly to their table.

  • Open Kitchen & Chef Interaction

    Diners sitting at the bar can watch their meals being cooked openly and receive direct menu walkthroughs and conversation from the chef.

  • Flexible Custom Order Prep

    The kitchen readily accommodates custom ingredient swaps on artisan dishes, such as tailoring sourdough toppings upon request.

Before you head over

Practical advice on finding the laneway, planning table visits, and sharing breakfast plates

  • Spotting the Laneway Entrance

    Strauss is tucked at the end of an alley off Elizabeth Street without prominent street-facing signage, making it easy to bypass if you are not watching closely for the laneway entrance.

  • Arrive Early for Table Seating

    Indoor space is limited and fills quickly with CBD workers and regulars, so plan to arrive early if you require a full table rather than counter or stool seating.

  • Sharing Dishes Between Two

    If you plan to split a bagel or breakfast dish with a companion, the kitchen accommodates by bringing portions out served on separate plates with individual cutlery.

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