Because I have lived here since 2020, I know about all the local places to eat in our neighbourhood. And I will give you my opinion of them too!
Here’s what you need to know. The apartment is on Blamey Street. The best places to eat around the apartment are on Blamey Street, Carraway Street and Musk Ave.
I have circled the streets on the map below:
There are a bunch of options and I have given you some insider tips below. You. Are. Welcome!
Cafes (Coffee Shops):
In the Urban Village:
The below cafes and coffee shops are all located in the Kelvin Grove Urban Village.
- Mean Beanz Espresso – 60 Blamey St, Kelvin Grove – (closest to the apartments – go out the front gate and you will see it to your right across the road) – for breakfast, lunch and snacks. Mostly sandwiches and drinks. Inside and outside seating. Find their opening hours on Facebook here.
- The Boys House of Coffee – Shop 3/57 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove – (second closest to the apartments – go down Blamey Street – it is on the corner of Blamey Street and Musk Ave) – for breakfast, lunch and snacks. I recommend the halloumi wraps and eggs benny. Inside and outside seating. Find their opening hours on Facebook here.
- Coco Cozy Café – 44 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove – has a large menu and indoor and outdoor seating. It’s a bit like Cafe 63 without being a chain. I find it a bit pricey, but worth a look as their range is so large. Inside and outside seating. Find their opening hours on Facebook here.
- The Menagerie Cafe and Bar – 22/8 Carraway Street, Kelvin Grove – this place has a lovely atmosphere. Great location for a quiet early evening drink. They are not usually open late – until around 7 or 8pm. Find their opening hours on Facebook here.
- Woolworths – 57 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove. This Woolworths is a Metro so they have a great coffee shop at the front (and great snacks inside!) If you spend $30 or more in one transaction (and you scan your Woolworths Rewards Card), you get a free hot drink! 😉
- La Boite Espresso Bar. Opposite Donana Hot Pot, there is a pedestrian crossing and a lift. Go up to level 4 and walk across the courtyard to the Roundhouse Theatre. You’ll find the cafe/bar in there. They have indoor and outdoor seating.
Cafes and Coffee Shops in QUT
- Gather Cafe & Bar
- Chi Cafe
- Brewed Awakening
- Earth & Steam
- Dil Campo Espresso
Coffee Shops Further Afield Across the Suburb :
- Finlay & Son Urban Deli – 29 Bishop St, Kelvin Grove. Not open on weekends.
- Cafe Gia (technically Herston, but added because it is good!)
All the Current Restaurants in Kelvin Grove
Restaurants in the Urban Village:
Check each location for opening hours and menus.
- Siam Spice (Thai) – 23/8 Carraway St, Kelvin Grove – Closest restaurant to the apartments. I recommend the Red Duck Curry.
- Kelvin Lee (Hot bread and Vietnamese) – 1b/44 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
- Caraway Pier (fish and chips) – 17 Carraway St, Kelvin Grove.
- Donana Mini Hot Pot (Korean) – Shop 1/31 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove
- Southern Seoul (Korean Burgers) – 2 Carraway St, Kelvin Grove.
- Shanghai Cuisine – Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove. Located right between the Subway and Boba Chicken, they have a wide range but I love their dumplings. They offer students a 10% discount.
- Vietnam House – 8 Caraway St, Kelvin Grove
- Burger Urge – 20 Caraway St, Kelvin Grove.
- Momo Bento (Sushi) – 4059/96 Victoria Park Rd, Kelvin Grove. Literally opposite QUT and under the Iglu student accommodation.
- Zambrero Kelvin Grove (Mexican) – 21/8 Carraway St, Kelvin Grove.
- Vietnam Corner (Vietnamese) – 2/88 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove. This is a different restaurant to Vietnam House. *Highly recommend. A favourite of ours.
- Boba Chicken (Fried chicken) – 51 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
- DannyBoys (Sandwiches) – Shop 3/88 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
- Golden Lava Toast (sweet and savory sandwiches) – 10a/57 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
- Sichuan Wok (Chinese) – 2/31 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
- Saffrony Signature (Indian) – 47 Blamey St, Kelvin Grove.
- Kamiil’s Kitchen (Turkish) – 44 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove. *Highly recommend, one of our favourites! Try the Lahmacun – trust me!
- Subway – Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove. Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
- Osaka Sushi Express – Shop19/8 Carraway St, Kelvin Grove.
- Domino’s Pizza Kelvin Grove – 44 Musk Ave, Kelvin Grove.
Restaurants in QUT
These restaurants are usually only open during the weekdays and only during term time.
- Sushi Mura (QUT)
- Toshi Teppan & Toshi Ramen (QUT)
Restaurants Across the Suburb
These options are a bit of a walk from the apartment, or a short drive.
- Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) – Corner 254 Kelvin Grove Road and, Park St, Kelvin Grove
- Kelvin Grove Seafood and Takeaway – 7 Herston Rd, Kelvin Grove
- Red Rooster Kelvin Grove (Chicken) – 171 Kelvin Grove Rd, Kelvin Grove
- Victoria Park Bistro – 309 Herston Rd, Herston (technically Herston, but added for the awesome view!) See walking directions to the bistro here.
- Normanby Hotel – 1 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill – (technically Red Hill, but added because it is the closest pub to the apartments and they have a good range of food options!)
- No No’s (Lebanese) – 158 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill – (another Red Hill option worth including)
- Banhmi 7 Days (Vietnamese) – 154 Musgrave Rd, Red Hill – (also technically in Red Hill, but sooo good!)