Opening hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | 7 am – 9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am – 5:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am – 5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 5 pm |
Times shown in local time (Brisbane). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressToowong QLD
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
Toowong QLD · 3.5 km from Brisbane centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for cafés & brunch venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypeCafé
- CuisineCafés & Brunch
- AreaToowong, Brisbane
- StateQueensland
- HoursOpen 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays, from early morning
About Merlo
Merlo brings Cafés & Brunch food to Toowong in Queensland. You'll find it at Toowong QLD, roughly 3.5 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.
Merlo is open 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in; there are vegetarian, vegan options.
Planning a night out in Toowong? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Chatime and Ambassador Speciality Coffee.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️No outdoor seating
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
- 🥦Vegetarian options
- 🌱Vegan options
- ❄️Air-conditioned
- 💳Card payments
What to order
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Closest restaurants to Merlo
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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1
Chatime 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Toowong20 mS · 1 min walk
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2
Ambassador Speciality Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Toowong20 mSW · 1 min walk
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3
Boost Juice ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Toowong20 mNW · 1 min walk
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4
Chatterbox ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Toowong20 mSE · 1 min walk
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5
Sushi Paradise 🍣 Japanese · Toowong30 mW · 1 min walk
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6
Sushi Hub 🍣 Japanese · Toowong30 mSW · 1 min walk
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7
G-Free Donuts 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Toowong40 mW · 1 min walk
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8
Rolling Man 🥟 Chinese · Toowong40 mW · 1 min walk
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9
Chocolateria San Churro ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 46/9 Sherwood Road, Toowong40 mSW · 1 min walk
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10
Ispa Kebabs 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · Toowong40 mW · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Toowong
Toowong is home to 49 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Brisbane area with 2,437 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, japanese restaurants, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Merlo there are 3,233 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Auchenflower (1.3 km), Hill End (1.4 km), West End (1.5 km), Taringa (1.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Toowong
Frequently asked questions
Where is Merlo located?
Merlo is located at Toowong QLD. It is about 3.5 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 Merlo?
Merlo is open 7 days, open late on Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 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 Merlo serve?
Merlo serves Cafés & Brunch cuisine. Browse our cafés & brunch menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Is Merlo wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Merlo is listed as wheelchair accessible.
What is the closest restaurant to Merlo?
The closest venue is Chatime, about 20 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include Ambassador Speciality Coffee (20 m), Boost Juice (20 m), Chatterbox (20 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Merlo?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Greca (Greek & Mediterranean, 4.9 km), Amazing Thai Brisbane (Thai, 7.5 km), Gino's Restaurant (Italian, 8.8 km).
Where else can I find cafés & brunch food near Toowong?
Other cafés & brunch venues close by include Paris Play Cafe (40 m), The Total Picture Framing Café (50 m), Rollins (50 m).
How many restaurants are there in Toowong?
Our guide lists 49 places to eat in Toowong, most commonly cafés & brunch (21), japanese restaurants (6), international restaurants (3). Within 25 km there are 3,233 venues in total.