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The Colour Nine

2/85 Mawson St, Stafford Heights QLD 4031, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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2/85 Mawson St, Stafford Heights QLD 4031, Australia

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+61 418 683 911
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Colour Nine

Behind a tall black facade on a quiet residential street, classic Aussie breakfast collides with bold Thai street-food flavours. The kitchen gets moving at 7 am, turning out poached eggs and avocado alongside rich, slow-simmered beef massaman with flaky roti. Word among locals is you come for the tangy pad thai or a quick takeaway Thai beef salad, then linger over serious coffee. The baristas extract Beancraft beans—offering comparative tasting boards for the caffeine-obsessed alongside cartons of Happy Happy Soy Boy and potent iced matcha. Outside on the breezy patio, staff pamper neighborhood dogs with fresh water bowls and cut-up bacon slices.

  • Aussie-Thai Morning Fusion: The kitchen serves authentic beef massaman with flaky roti and pad thai alongside morning breakfast staples starting at 7 am.
  • Specialty Coffee & Sips: Baristas pour Beancraft beans with multi-blend tasting boards, potent iced matcha, and Happy Happy Soy Boy.
  • Dog-Friendly Patio Retreat: Set on a quiet residential street with easy street parking, dog water bowls, and complimentary cut-up bacon for four-legged guests.
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Why Choose The Colour Nine

Discover why locals love our distinctive Thai-infused brunch, curated specialty coffee, and warm suburban hospitality.

  • Signature Thai Breakfast Fusion

    Start early mornings with aromatic Thai classics, including slow-cooked beef massaman with crispy roti bread alongside all-day breakfast standards.

    The beef massaman and roti took me to flavour town! Absolutely incredible.

    Lisa

  • Specialty Coffee Tasting Boards

    Sample rotating craft beans and distinct flavor profiles side-by-side with curated Beancraft espresso tasting boards.

    Have you tried the tasting board? It is definitely a great way to try a coffee blend in multiple ways.

    Ronald Staff

  • Quiet Residential Setting

    Dine in a peaceful residential setting in Stafford Heights away from loud traffic corridors, featuring relaxed outdoor seating and convenient parking.

    The calm surroundings set the tone, making it a relaxed escape from busier main roads.

    Giga Yoshi

  • Pet-Friendly Outdoor Dining

    Outdoor dining welcomes pets with thoughtful touches like complimentary fresh water bowls and cut-up bacon treats.

    Lovely, friendly staff accommodated for my fur babies with a smile. Thank you for cutting up bacon for them and getting them water without asking

    Mikaela Perry

  • Welcoming Neighborhood Warmth

    Experience neighborhood hospitality where staff know how to look after guests with warm, attentive, and thoughtful care.

    It's not very often you find a cafe that treats you like family. Every worker makes you feel like your at home with exceptional service and kindness.

    Dylan Bannerman

  • Attentive Personal Care

    Guests are looked after down to the smallest detail, from sunny mornings to torrential downpours when staff escort diners to their cars with umbrellas.

    The owner is also nothing short a gentleman. He was escorting staff and patrons back to their car with an umbrella in torrential rain!!

    Lachlan Culshaw

Signature Thai-fusion favorites and curated coffee tastings

  • Massaman Beef Curry with Roti

    The Massaman Beef Curry with roti was another winner — tender beef simmered in aromatic curry, slightly sweet, slightly nutty, perfect to scoop up with crispy roti.

    Foodtreasurebox

  • Pad Thai

    I had the Pad Thai with chicken — full of that traditional sweet, tangy flavour I love, just like how it’s done in Thailand

    Foodtreasurebox

  • Coffee Tasting Board

    Have you tried the tasting board? It is definitely a great way to try a coffee blend in multiple ways.

    Ronald Staff

  • Cuban Sandwich

    We had the cubano sandwich, the ham and cheese croissant and the summer smashed avo. The sandwich and the croissant were delicious, and worth noting that the meat was clearly carved fresh and not from a packet or pre-made like most cafes.

    Annabel Freemantle

Other favorites

Specialty drinks and sweet additions to complement your visit

  • Iced Matcha Latte

    the iced matcha latte is the strongest I've come across in a while

    Lisa

  • Croissant French Toast

    The Croissant French Toast with poached peaches, berries & cream — totally indulgent and so worth it.

    Foodtreasurebox

  • Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

    The hot chocolates are a must try, particularly the salted caramel.

    Annabel Freemantle

  • Iced Cinnamon Chai Latte

    I recommend the iced cinnamon chai latte, it has a delicate flavour and sweetness, very refreshing on the hot day I visited.

    Vee S

Beyond the menu

Memorable details and thoughtful touches that elevate your neighborhood cafe visit

  • Personal Rainy-Day Car Escort

    On rainy days, the owner personally escorts customers back to their cars with an umbrella to keep them dry.

  • Thoughtful Pet Hospitality

    Staff proactively bring water bowls and prepare freshly cut bacon treats for visiting dogs without being asked.

  • Comparative Coffee Tasting Boards

    Coffee enthusiasts can order a comparative tasting board featuring different Beancraft bean profiles like the sweet Departure and dark chocolate Enchante blends.

  • Early Morning Thai Specialties

    Morning diners can enjoy authentic Thai specialties like Massaman beef curry with roti and Pad Thai starting from early breakfast hours.

Before you head over

Helpful advice on timing, parking, and dog-friendly seating for your visit

  • Visit later in the morning to beat the rush

    The café can get particularly busy between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM, but crowds noticeably thin out later in the morning for a more relaxed visit.

  • Take advantage of free residential street parking

    There is plenty of free street parking available along the quiet residential street, offering easy access close to the venue.

  • Bring your dog along for outdoor seating

    Outdoor seating comfortably accommodates dogs, and thoughtful staff are happy to bring out fresh water bowls and bacon treats.

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