Dark Tonic Roasters — Restaurant in Brisbane City

My husband and I have been here a few times…. We had ONE nice coffee our first time. So we went back the second, and it was $16 dollars for an iced almond latte, cappuccino and a babyccino?!?!?!? The small drink is only 40ml of steamed milk?!?

I was so Shocked at the price, but was willing to lower it slide, however our coffees tasted watered down and as if they didn’t do the right amount of shots in the morning to run through the machine to make sure the chemicals were all out.

It’s been a while since we got another because I was just so angry about the price.

But, alas - we went back today, $13 for 2 coffees. No extras - nothing. The price… are you serious?!

Then, I took one sip of my iced latte and it was DISGUSTING.

I’m sorry, but usually if one coffee is bad, out of a few - that’s fine, I’ll take it down to a bad day, or the machine needs to be cleaned. But everytime now?? Either baristas need to be trained, the beans need to be changed, or your machine needs a good back wash. Because with that, and the price. I’m sorry, we are not...

This café has a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a level of quality that makes it stand out. Tucked along the strip of a small shopping centre, it’s easy to get to and there’s never any stress about finding parking. The toilets are tucked away at the back and require a key, but they’re close enough to be convenient when needed.

Inside, the display cabinet is a real temptation—cakes and sweets that not only look beautiful but taste just as good, the perfect pairing with a freshly made coffee. The staff deserve a special mention too; their service is genuinely kind and attentive, adding to the sense that this is a place where people are looked after, not just served.

It’s the sort of café that locals keep coming back to, and it’s easy to see why. Between the cosy atmosphere, the great coffee, and the thoughtful little touches, it’s more than just a spot to grab a drink—it feels like part of the community. Definitely one to put on your list if you’re after a café that delivers both...

I have been back to this place many times since my initial review and it continues to be consistently excellent. Good food great service and wonderful coffee.

At first, I was a little put off by the price of a chicken, avocado and cheese toastie here but after taking my first bite I realised the price was entirely justified. Large chunks of fresh and perfectly ripe avocado with similar sized chunks of poached chicken along with a generous amount of cheese all encased in perfectly toasted white bread, golden brown crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy within. Toasted just long enough to melt the cheese and heat the other ingredients. Outstanding! Can't wait to come back and try...