The Java Lounge Paddington

161 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington QLD 4064, Australia
+61 403 585 322
$$$ Cafe
(229 Reviews)
Price Range $20–40

The Java Lounge Paddington is a laid-back café tucked into the heart of Paddington, known for blending vintage charm with the flow of daily local life. Housed in what was once an old theatre, the spot carries a subtle nod to its historic roots while offering a casual refuge for morning coffee runs and weekend brunches.

Regulars include dog walkers and neighbourhood locals who stop by for a reliable coffee fix—especially known for their solid espresso blends, cappuccinos, and specialty long macchiatos. The café’s vibe is unhurried with gentle background chatter, making it a place where you can either catch up with friends or settle in with a book on a sunny morning.

The menu addresses a range of tastes without fuss, featuring straightforward café fare like avocado smash, truffled mushrooms, eggs benedict, and bagels with halloumi or smoked salmon. This mix attracts both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike, while the availability of gluten-free and alternative milk options reflects thoughtful inclusivity. Smoothies and richer choices like a hot chocolate affogato or strawberry shake add to the relaxed, all-day appeal.

Visitor experiences paint a picture of warm, approachable staff and a slower-paced rhythm, which sometimes means waiting a little longer for service. This fits the overall ambiance—easygoing rather than streamlined. The café balances affordability with quality, making it a practical choice for everyday casual dining in the neighbourhood.

Early mornings and mid-mornings tend to be lively with locals grabbing their java and a bite before continuing their day, while later brunches offer a quieter pace where the vintage interiors and calmer atmosphere come forward. If you’re after quick fast-food breakfast perfection, it might not be the place—but for a community spot where you can enjoy your coffee at a relaxed pace and nibble well on classic café fare, The Java Lounge has its place firmly set in Paddington’s rhythm.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

06:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

06:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

06:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

06:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

06:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 04:00 PM

229 Reviews
Ella Dehghanzadeh

25 Nov 2025

We got veggie big breakfast, avo smashed & truffled mushrooms All were ok The thing I didn’t like about this place was their service Take long for them to clean table, bring the menu and cutlery!

Grace P

03 Nov 2025

In my (and my partner’s) opinion this is the best coffee in the area. We come here almost everyday on our dog walk for great coffee, but beyond that the staff are lovely and welcoming! On the few occasions we’ve stopped for breakfast the food has been delightful as well. Couldn’t recommend enough :)

Yilong Ma

17 Oct 2025

An awesome cafe with a vintage feel and a rich history, as it was previously was an old theatre. The staff was lovely and the food was amazing especially the new Korean chicken burger. Thanks guys!

Soo

08 Oct 2025

It's been a while since I had a delicious Australian brunch! Especially, the juicy burger patty! The barista was so cute and kind

Ratho

27 Sep 2025

My pancakes were burnt BUT the staff were lovely and the vibe was calming. Lots of dog walkers in the area so it was a lovely little community spot. My pancakes were burnt but my girls food was delicious she said. So I won't give it a scathing review. Pancakes are easy to burn. Not to mention the food was super affordable!! Who would complain about pancakes being burnt when they were super affordable price the staff were so so lovely. 10/10 experience (even tho burnt pancakes haha)

Ian Leung

26 Sep 2025

Just the loviest local cafe located in the very vibrant area of Paddington. Plenty of locals (and their puppies) gather here for morning breakfast. This is one of my fav pit stop cafe when I travel between works. The coffee is consistently amazing. When I do needed a quick nibble, I love their savoury muffins (great infill varieties and always served with condiment). Their scramble eggs are amazing as well, very fluffy and plenty of flavour. And the staff is always wonderful and polite, whether it is the management or the counter staff, just a very relax crew. Actually, I should make a very special shout out to one of their waitstaff Olivia. She is absolutely your friendliest neighbourhood barista. And she makes fabulous breakfast recommendations whenever I feel like a detour from my regular savoury muffins…ahahahhaha. I was absolutely delighted with her Veggie Bagel suggestion this week…I must try that one again :D Highly recommended, especially If you need a quiet cafe as your reading corner (I love their interior decor as well...plenty of poster supports for local artists and their gigs, well done!)

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