Milton: Eat, Drink & Explore
24 Sep 2025Coffee & Brunch Hotspots
Kick off your day with some of Brisbane’s best brews. Bunker Coffee, tucked inside a vine-covered garage, serves exclusive beans from around the world, while Polo Espresso pours matcha and inventive flavour combos from its pink shipping container. Down the road, Caffeine Robber offers hearty breakfasts made with Brisbane’s own Fonzie Abbott beans. If you’re craving a classic all-day menu, Whisk & Ladle has everything from savoury mince and clay-pot eggs to buttermilk ricotta pancakes. For buttery, flaky indulgence, Beurre Pastries on Park Road pushes the limits of fresh, in-house rolled pastries paired with specialty drinks.
Market Mornings
Every Sunday from 6 am to midday, the Milton Markets burst to life with over 130 stalls showcasing farm-fresh produce, gourmet treats, artisan goods and handmade wares. For a mid-week pick-me-up, the Milton Mini Markets pop up on Thursdays from 10 am to 2 pm – perfect for a lunchtime browse or bite to eat.
Local Bistros & Restaurants
From casual pub fare to fine dining, Milton delivers. The Coro Hotel dishes up classic pub meals, while The Fishery on Baroona Road satisfies seafood cravings with fresh fish and crispy chips. For a memorable night out, book a degustation at the renowned Deer Duck Bistro, where modern Australian and European flavours meet artful plating and wine pairings. Mediterranean-style wine bar Camber tempts with tapas and a chic fit-out, and The White Bird on Park Road serves hearty Italian-inspired meals alongside burgers in a lively, relaxed setting.
International Flavours
Travelling with your taste buds? Milton brings the world to your plate. Tuk Tuk Bar & Restaurant offers authentic Thai favourites like tom yum soup and massaman beef curry. Mrs Luu’s Vietnamese Canteen delivers flavour-packed street-style dishes including banh mi, rice paper rolls and vermicelli salads. For classic Italian under the Eiffel Tower, visit La Dolce Vita (a local institution since 1989) or head to Arrivederci Pizzeria, famous for its metre-long pizzas perfect for groups.
Fancy a Tipple?
Milton’s bar and brewery scene is made for exploring on foot. Start at The Scratch to sample independent brews, then wander over to Milton Common for craft beers by Common Ground Brewing and tasty bites. Warehouse 25 combines a gin distillery, music venue and craft spirits with soothing botanicals, while the iconic XXXX Brewery offers a 90-minute tour through 140 years of brewing history – complete with a guided beer tasting. Cheers to that!