Run by the ever-energetic Brisbane-based Frenchman Frederic Jouet, Union St. Cafe sees the works of local artists lining the walls along with a flurry of band posters. There’s also plenty of seating between the recycled wood tables in the main space and a semi-open porch with lounges to recline in. On the food front, quiches, filos and toasted Turkish sandwiches grace the counter, while the all-day breakfast menu is so affordable, you could almost eat two breakfasts for $20.

On the menu you’ll find the likes of Walnut and Date Bread, the classic Avocado on Sourdough and Baked Mushrooms with bacon, capsicum, onion and ricotta. Milkshakes please the local after-school crowd, while Belaroma coffee and Aromas teas keep the office workers perky.

Union St. Cafe also offers a prepaid coffee card, so you can secure your weekly coffee pocket money on a Monday and know you’ll get a caffeine hit each morning, without the need to rummage for coins or get cash out before work. The cafe is also open Saturdays for brunch until 2:00 pm.

Union St. Cafe
Shop 1/106 Union Street, Spring Hill
Open: Monday to Friday 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday 7:00