Embraced for its soul-nourishing benefits, gardening is known to enhance physical wellbeing and uplift moods. Why not harmonize your passion for plants with a coffee outing? Explore Ipswich’s finest nursery cafes and garden eateries for a delightful blend of nature and relaxation.
Rafter & Rose
Step into the charming world of Rafter & Rose, a beloved local café that exudes a unique ambiance. Guests enter through 19th-century French cast-iron gates and down a garden laneway to a delightful indoor space adorned with lush pot plants and an eclectic array of ornaments. Renowned for their delectable cakes and treats, all freshly made on-site, many options are gluten-free and/or dairy-free—yet bursting with flavour. Indulge in delights like white chocolate cheesecake, New York baked cheesecake, and more from their extensive menu offering breakfast, brunch, and lunch.
Location: 17 Ellenborough Street, Ipswich
Elderflower Cafe
Elderflower Café offers a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, ideal for both plant enthusiasts and coffee lovers. Nestled next to a plant nursery, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a coffee and a treat or savour a delicious breakfast and lunch. The café features a covered, airy space that extends into a lush, leafy courtyard. They pride themselves on using the finest Queensland free-range eggs and baking their cakes fresh on-site. Elderflower Café is also child and fur baby friendly, and caters for gluten free, vegan and dairy free dietary requirements. Next door, the North Tivoli nursery offers a stunning array of blooms, native plants, bird baths, seating, and statues, among other charming finds.
Location: Entry via Sapar Garden Centre, 222-224 Mt Crosby Road, Tivoli
Trevallan Lifestyle Centre
Botanical enthusiasts will find plenty to adore at Trevallan Lifestyle Centre. It’s a haven for indoor and rare plants, shrubs, native species, flowers, seedlings, as well as homewares and gifts, including aromatherapy products. You can also participate in their monthly workshops on gardening, spiritual, or personal growth topics, like card reading and holistic wellness. After exploring the gardens and soaking in the scents of nature, treat yourself to a coffee from the on-site van and enjoy a locally baked cake or biscuit. It’s a wonderful place to leisurely stroll and catch up with friends.
Location: 77 Fernvale Road, Brassall
Queens Park Cafe
Botanical enthusiasts will find plenty to adore at Trevallan Lifestyle Centre. It’s a haven for indoor and rare plants, shrubs, native species, flowers, seedlings, as well as homewares and gifts, including aromatherapy products. You can also participate in their monthly workshops on gardening, spiritual, or personal growth topics, like card reading and holistic wellness. After exploring the gardens and soaking in the scents of nature, treat yourself to a coffee from the on-site van and enjoy a locally baked cake or biscuit. It’s a wonderful place to leisurely stroll and catch up with friends.
Location: 77 Fernvale Road, Brassall
Market Organics Wholefood Café Ipswich
The Market Organics Ipswich store has everything you need, from a certified organic produce department, to a wellness hub, large selection of bulk foods as well as the Wholefood Cafe and outdoor nursery. Enjoy the sunshine and take a moment to enjoy an organic coffee or delicious smoothie in their outdoor seating area. The café also has delicious organic food options which change seasonally, including gluten free and vegan options.
Location: 53 Downs Street, North Ipswich
Be sure to check out Ipswich Garden Centre in Raceview, where you’ll find a stunning selection of native plants for your garden, along with succulents, citrus trees, pots, and plenty of gift ideas. Just 600 meters away is Brothers Leagues Club, an ideal place to enjoy coffee and cake, lunch or dinner, or even indulge in some ice cream.
Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the Ipswich Plant and Lifestyle Fair, happening at the Nicholas Street Precinct on Saturday, November 2nd, from 9am to 1pm!
