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Best Things to do in Hawthorne

Last updated: Sep 16, 2024

The leafy charming riverside suburb of Hawthorne has a tree-lined street running through the middle with a smattering of cafes, restaurants, parkland, and a state-of-the-art cinema. Here's 10+ of the best things to do in this eastside gem:

Cartel del Taco

Cartel Del Taco brings an authentic taste of Mexico City to Brisbane with traditional tacos, tequila cocktails and more

The Chemistry Of Coffee

Taking coffee to a whole new level, this Hawthorne based café is serving all sorts of unique beverages that look like science experiments

Sweet Tooth Gelato & Desserts

Sweet Tooth Gelato & Desserts is a cute candy pink-walled gelato and dessert bar in the leafy eastern suburb

Hawthorne Cinemas

One of a few historical Brisbane movie theatres still in operation, the Hawthorne Cinemas started life as The Roxy in 1922

Downtown Istanbul

Downtown Istanbul is a cool contemporary Turkish restaurant on a leafy corner of a lively little dining precinct

Fish Boy

A slick contemporary fish'n'chippery in the inner eastern suburb of Hawthorne. sharing a premise with a dessert shop

Hawthorne Garage

This fantastic gourmet deli, providore and fresh food market inhabits a century old garage on Hawthorne's leafy main street

Microlot Coffee House

Microlot Coffee House in Hawthorne is a charming, specialty coffee café offering filtered, single origin and a house blend

Hawthorne Deluxe Cinema

Hawthorne Deluxe Cinema is the glamorous 21st century sibling to the historic Hawthorne Cinema across the road

NODO

A chic contemporary artisan gluten-free donut bakery and cafe located in leafy Hawthorne

View of interior of Marinara Trattoria Hawthorne

The cosy trattoria is a traditional slice of Italy nestled on Hawthorne Road, where locals descend for their fix of pasta and pizzas

Livvi's Place

This state of the art fully fenced playground resembles a big top circus with its striking coloured sails and is a haven for young children.

Looking to discover more hidden gems of Brisbane, check out our Guide to Brisbane Suburbs HERE! Happy exploring!

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NODO - courtesy of NODO Facebook page

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