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Best Things to do in Morningside

Updated: Aug 17, 2025

A stunning riverfront dining precinct, microbrewery, gin distillery, cheese shop, seafood factory, artisan bakery, vintage fashion boutique and a secret beach are some of this eastside suburb's attractions:

One of Queensland’s most iconic dining and entertainment precincts, located on 30 hectares of Brisbane's historic riverfront
Housed in a century old factory, Bavay brings a taste of history to Brisbane with a selection of bespoke spirits
Le Fromage Yard is a little European-inspired specialty cheese shop nestled along Wynnum Rd in Morningside
Broken Hearts Burger Club is slinging homemade, American-style, smashed burgers and fries to Morningside locals
Whoever said man can't live on bread alone clearly hadn't been to Flour and Chocolate, Morningside's artisan bakery.
Sarmic Café is a cool foodie's café located on Wynnum Rd, Morningside, which for many years had its home in Bulimba
The Fish Factory in Morningside is renowned for its wide array of fresh seafood with the added bonus of having a bistro attached
Monocle Coffee in Morningside is a spiffy cafe and boutique salad bar serving specialty coffee and delicious salads
Filling two stores in Morningside, this op shop is a literal treasure trove of pre-loved fashion, shoes, homewares and
With up-to-the-minute facilities and fringed by a grove of statuesque gum trees, Colmslie Pool is a fantastic all year amenity for children and adults alike
A stunning brewery, restaurant and beer garden located in a gothic landmark heritage building down by the river
Lucky canines on the eastside don't need to travel too far for a paddle and a play with Colmslie Recreation Reserve
This little coffee house hidden away in Morningside suburbia is a total gem

This family owned pizza bar diesh out a fantastic range of classic and creative pizzas, with outdoor seating perfect for kids and pets 

This longtime popular local Indian eatery serves up delicious authentic dishes including their legendary curries made fresh from scratch

A funky warehouse cafe that is a local fave, dishing up creative brekkie and lunch dishes, top coffee - and it's pet friendly!

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The Pizza Garden - courtesy of The Pizza Garden Facebook page

Curryville - courtesy of Curryville Facebook page

The Y Cafe - courtesy of The Y cafe Facebook page

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