#1
The Hungry Pelican Cafe
4.8
426 reviews · Score: 91/100
The Hungry Pelican Cafe 4.8(426) · A$20–40Cafe · · next to Wetside Water Park, 1/267A EsplanadeOpen · Closes 1:30 PM
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2026 Rankings
Best Cafes in Hervey Bay
Compare the top cafes in Hervey Bay, QLD — ranked by our composite reputation score.
Updated July 2026 · Based on 6,192 real Google reviews across 25 cafes
Top Cafes in Hervey Bay, QLD
We've analysed 6,192 real Google reviews to rank the best cafes in Hervey Bay. Businesses are ranked by our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence — last updated July 2026.
The best cafes in Hervey Bay, QLD are The Hungry Pelican Cafe (4.8★, 426 reviews), Sea Breeze Cafe Hervey Bay (4.5★, 607 reviews), Spotted Goat Kitchen (4.9★, 620 reviews), Decoy Cafe / Dark Horse Coffee Roasters (4.6★, 309 reviews) and Operation Underground (4.9★, 277 reviews). Each is ranked by an independent reputation score from real Google reviews (6,192 reviews analysed across 25 businesses) — see the full top 25 below. Rankings last updated July 2026.
#2
Sea Breeze Cafe Hervey Bay
4.5
607 reviews · Score: 79/100
"Delicious food, generous portions, great coffee and friendly service."
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#3
Spotted Goat Kitchen
4.9
620 reviews · Score: 73/100
"The coffee was excellent, the service lovely and the food fantastic."
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#4
Decoy Cafe / Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
4.6
309 reviews · Score: 73/100
"Fabulous coffee, prompt service, friendly atmosphere, amazing food!"
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#5
Operation Underground
4.9
277 reviews · Score: 73/100
"The coffee here was brilliant, great chilled vibe with friendly staff."
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#8
Brew & View
4.5
544 reviews · Score: 71/100
"Friendly staff, good coffee and food at a great location."
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#10
Salt Cafe Urangan
4.4
1256 reviews · Score: 67/100
Salt Cafe Urangan 4.4(1,256) · A$20–40Cafe · · 569 EsplanadeTypical cafe dishes & ocean viewsOpen · Closes 2 PM
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#13
Miss Cocoa's
4.4
260 reviews · Score: 67/100
"Always outstanding, the coffee is perfect and the staff are always lovely"
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#14
Mugged Coffee Co
5.0
49 reviews · Score: 65/100
"Lads can bomb up a good coffee, awesome service, awesome atmosphere."
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#16
Remis by the bay cafe and carvery
4.8
80 reviews · Score: 64/100
"Great hot coffee, delicious breakfast, lovely staff, awesome views."
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#17
Bella's Chit Chat Cafe
4.1
200 reviews · Score: 59/100
Bella's Chit Chat Cafe 4.1(200) · A$1–20Cafe · · The Whale Marina 6, 17 Buccaneer DrClosed · Opens 7 AM
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#18
Sprouts Kitchen & Coffee House
4.8
11 reviews · Score: 59/100
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#19
Hatch Design & Creative Store
4.7
70 reviews · Score: 52/100
"Great location, great service, great coffee, lovely local art and crafts."
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#20
Espresso 3.31 / Cafe Connections Hervey Bay
4.7
33 reviews · Score: 52/100
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#21
Sea Monkeys Acai Cafe
4.5
56 reviews · Score: 42/100
"Amazing staff, amazing food, amazing vibes!!"
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#22
The Kozy Corner cafe Hervey Bay
4.3
74 reviews · Score: 40/100
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#23
That's Amore Italian Cafe
4.6
19 reviews · Score: 39/100
That's Amore Italian Cafe 4.6(19) · A$1–20Coffee shop · · Shopping Centre, 2 Ibis BlvdClosed · Opens 8 AM
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#24
BigScreen Cinemas Cafe
4.2
12 reviews · Score: 35/100
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about cafes in Hervey Bay.
Who are the best cafes in Hervey Bay?
We've ranked the top 25 cafes in Hervey Bay, QLD based on our composite reputation score combining Google ratings, review volume, and online presence. Our rankings are updated daily.
How do you rank cafes in Hervey Bay?
Our rankings use a composite reputation score that weighs Google star rating, review volume, and online presence (website + contact details). This gives a more complete picture than star ratings alone.
How many cafes are there in Hervey Bay?
We track hundreds of cafes across Hervey Bay and the wider QLD area. This page shows the top 25 based on their online reputation.
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