Mooloolaba Cafe storefront

Breakfast & Coffee from 5am

Dedicated Gluten-Free fryer
Locally family owned and run

The Family Behind the Food

When the sun comes up, we're already pouring.

Every morning at 5AM, while most of Mooloolaba is still asleep, we're flipping eggs for the dawn patrol—surfers dripping saltwater, swimmers fresh from the pool, joggers catching their breath, tradies getting a jump on the day.

We're not a chain. We're not trying to be fancy. We're just a family who figured out that the best way to start your day is with good food, strong coffee, and people who actually remember your order.

When we learned how hard it is for families with coeliac kids to find somewhere safe to eat, we invested in a dedicated gluten-free fryer. Not because it was easy, but because every family deserves to eat out without the worry.

"Bringing Everyone Together"

— That's not a tagline. It's why we get up at 4AM.
Warm morning light in the cafe
Coffee being preparedFresh breakfast
Family enjoying breakfast

Skip the Queue

Order ahead, grab & go.

Whether you're pre-surf or mid-commute, your breakfast can be ready when you are.

Order for Pickup

Order online and skip straight to pickup. Perfect for those 5AM starts.

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What the Locals Say

Real people. Real mornings.

"Fantastic Coeliac friendly/aware owners! Could not fault the flavor they offer in Coeliac alternatives! They offer a fully separate GF only Fryer, as well as plenty of sweet treats for the morning coffee run! Side note - Chicken salt ratio on their hot chips is bang on!"

Declan S

via Google

"Food was delicious and huge servings (including kids meals) we had pancakes both regular and gluten free and a breakfast wrap. Lovely people, go above and beyond regular service."
KrystalGoogle
"Very good coffee, delicious orange cake friendly nice staff. They also stay open until 8pm some days what's rare. I recommend this place!"
CarolineGoogle
"What's better than great coffee- excellent service! Thank you for brightening our morning."
KarlaGoogle

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Location

Shop 1/13 Brisbane Road

Mooloolaba QLD 4557

We're slightly back from the Esplanade—look for the teal signage!

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Hours

Monday - Friday

5AM - 2PM

Saturday - Sunday

6AM - 2PM

Kitchen closes 30 minutes before closing

Contact

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(07) 2104 9699mooloolabacafe@gmail.com

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Parking

Free 2-hour street parking on Brisbane Road, or Mooloolaba Central car park (5 min walk). Bike racks out front.