Opening hours
| Monday | 6 am – 2 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am – 2 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am – 2 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am – 2 pm |
| Friday | 6 am – 2 pm |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | 7 am – 2 pm |
Times shown in local time (Brisbane). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address84 Merthyr Road, New Farm QLD
- Phone(07) 3062 2346
- Websiteanyday.com.au/idle-venue-page
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
84 Merthyr Road, New Farm QLD · 2.2 km from Brisbane centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaNew Farm, Brisbane
- StateQueensland
- HoursOpen 7 days, open late on Saturdays, from early morning
About Idle
Idle brings Cafés & Brunch food to New Farm in Queensland. You'll find it at 84 Merthyr Road, New Farm QLD, roughly 2.2 km from the Brisbane city centre.
Australia's café culture is world-famous: expertly made flat whites, all-day brunch, smashed avo and house-baked treats. Cafés are usually busiest on weekend mornings and many close by mid-afternoon.
Idle is open 7 days, open late on Saturdays, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating.
Planning a night out in New Farm? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Cartel del Taco and Broken Hearts Club Burger.
In the venue's own words: “Idle is the evolution of our beloved Agnes Bakery. A refined café, bakery and pantry space that brings comfort, craft and community into a new rhythm.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🥡Takeaway
- ☀️Outdoor seating
What to order
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Closest restaurants to Idle
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Cartel del Taco 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · 79 Merthyr Road, New Farm30 mE · 1 min walk -
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Broken Hearts Club Burger 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 876 Brunswick Street, New Farm50 mN · 1 min walk
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3
Siam Square Thai 🍜 Thai · 888 Brunswick Street, New Farm50 mE · 1 min walk
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Thai on New Farm 🍜 Thai · New Farm50 mN · 1 min walk -
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Dicki's ☕ Cafés & Brunch · New Farm60 mSE · 1 min walk
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SUSHI Farm 🍣 Japanese · New Farm60 mNE · 1 min walk
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The Bakeologists ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 81 Merthyr Road, New Farm70 mNE · 1 min walk -
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Savour ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 83 Merthyr Road, New Farm90 mNE · 1 min walk
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9
franc. ☕ Cafés & Brunch · New Farm100 mE · 1 min walk
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10
Chargrill Charlie 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · New Farm110 mNE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in New Farm
New Farm is home to 48 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Brisbane area with 2,437 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, thai restaurants, indian restaurants. Within 25 km of Idle there are 3,205 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Merthyr (280 m), Kangaroo Point (1.2 km), Teneriffe (1.3 km), Hawthorne (1.5 km).
Cuisine mix in New Farm
Frequently asked questions
Where is Idle located?
Idle is located at 84 Merthyr Road, New Farm QLD. It is about 2.2 km from the centre of Brisbane. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of Idle?
Idle is open 7 days, open late on Saturdays, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Brisbane time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does Idle serve?
Idle serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Does Idle offer takeaway or delivery?
According to our latest data, Idle offers takeaway.
How can I contact Idle?
You can reach Idle by phone on (07) 3062 2346 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Idle?
The closest venue is Cartel del Taco, about 30 m to the east (1 min walk). Other close options include Broken Hearts Club Burger (50 m), Siam Square Thai (50 m), Thai on New Farm (50 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Idle?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Greca (Greek & Mediterranean, 1.2 km), Gino's Restaurant (Italian, 3.7 km), Amazing Thai Brisbane (Thai, 8.3 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near New Farm?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include MK Café (240 m), Joedy's Cafe (240 m), The Fish Cafe (250 m).
How many restaurants are there in New Farm?
Our guide lists 48 places to eat in New Farm, most commonly cafés & brunch (17), thai restaurants (5), indian restaurants (4). Within 25 km there are 3,205 venues in total.