John Mills Himself

What is it? A wee CBD hang-out that’s pouring some of the best coffee in Brisbane within its yesteryear walls. Why we love it: It’s worth hunting down this hole-in-the-wall coffee nook, taking up residency at the base of the 1917 heritage-listed warehouse it’s named after. Just follow the rich, nutty aroma of freshly brewed coffee to the entry on Elizabeth Street, where you’ll often find a line of suits gathering for their pre-work fix. John Mills churns out the wake-up potion at pace across three tandem grinders, offering a house blend featuring single origins and special filter roast coffees. The hot chocolate deserves a shout-out, with white, milk or dark chocolate shavings decorating the velvety milk foam. Pair your poison with pastries from Sprout Artisan Bakery for the ultimate morning excursion. How about a peach and buckwheat danish with a buttery, flaky crust? Time Out tip: John Mills Himself is cosy, it’s somewhere you’re going to want to stay. The exposed red brick walls ...