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Idle

84 Merthyr Rd, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia

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84 Merthyr Rd, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia

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+61 7 3062 2346
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Idle

Idle packs a punch on Merthyr Road with alleyway seating and technical pastry precision. The kitchen leans on cross-lamination for its viennoiserie, turning out zebra-striped pastries with a shatteringly crisp bite. Breakfast regulars crowd the lane for Baghdad Eggs and the continental spread of crusty baguettes with butter and jam. Inside, the counter displays blueberry danishes filled with pistachio cake alongside macadamia miso cookies. Shelves stock specialty pickles, condiments, and retail bottles, while the espresso bar keeps the sidewalk humming with rich hot chocolates and smooth flat whites.

  • Precision Pastries: A cross-lamination technique yields zebra-striped crusts with a shatteringly crisp bite on daily danishes and croissants.
  • Savory Breakfast Plates: Sit-down morning favorites include continental baguettes with preserves and the savory Baghdad Eggs.
  • Alleyway Deli Vibes: Pantry shelves feature boutique condiments, pickles, and retail wine alongside crusty sourdough loaves.
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Why Dine at Idle

Why diners visit Idle in New Farm for artisan breakfast dishes, laminated pastries, and park-ready picnic essentials.

  • Artisan Breads and Thoughtful Breakfast Dishes

    Chef-led savory breakfast dishes such as Baghdad eggs, crab omelettes, and mushroom toast pair freshly baked crusty bread with high-caliber cooking.

    The baguette was perfectly crisp, the ham, cheese, pickles and egg combo was simple but seriously spot on. Proper quality ingredients, done well.

    David Stewart

  • Curated Deli Provisions and Pantry Goods

    An array of specialty pantry items, gourmet pickles, condiments, and retail wine bottles sit alongside the bakery counter.

    lots of beautiful condiments and house made items to look at and purchase

    Madeleine Papas

  • Architectural Lamination and Layered Pastries

    Viennoiserie and laminated specialties use cross-lamination for glossy finishes and multi-layered fillings like pistachio cream, caramel, and chocolate ganache.

    gives it that unique glossy zebra stripe finish with a shatteringly crisp exterior and are very structurally sound

    Diane Nguyen

  • Atmospheric Laneway Dining Environment

    Outdoor metal and brick seating along an open alleyway provides an energetic laneway dining setting beside the bakery counter.

    This is a delightful 'alley style' breakfast & lunch spot with sit down a la carte options as well as choose from the counter bakery treats.

    Lee

  • Effortless Takeaway for New Farm Park Picnics

    Positioned directly across from New Farm Park, the bakery serves as an easy staging point to collect fresh sourdough, pastries, and takeaway drinks for a picnic.

    The location is perfect because it's right in front of the park. It’s the ideal spot to grab some pastries and warm drinks with kids before heading over to the playground in New farm park.

    Olivia Woo

  • Attentive, Personable Floor Hospitality

    Floor staff deliver attentive hospitality and personalized touches, ensuring guests feel welcome and thoughtfully looked after.

    He was incredibly welcoming, remembered my name, and made us feel genuinely valued from the moment we arrived.

    yan johnny

Signature brunch plates and artisan bakery highlights

  • Continental Breakfast

    With the continental brekky, it truly made me appreciate how the simplicity of this meal let the high-quality ingredients shine.

    Iillian

  • Sourdough Loaf

    The sourdough loaves here are as good as you'll find anywhere in Brisbane - great texture, structure, and flavour.

    Gerard Vella

  • Baghdad Eggs

    the tables next to me have all ordered the Baghdad Eggs and they were raving about it

    JC Yap

  • Harissa Lamb Sausage Roll

    The Harissa Lamb Sausage Roll was probably one of the best sausages rolls I’ve ever had, the sauce that was paired with the roll is just as good.

    lili schneider

Other favorites

Sweet treats, secondary baked goods, and savory morning sides

  • Pain au Chocolat

    I bought a pain au chocolat to take home and it was very nice with real dark chocolate & generous size.

    Anne-So B

  • Twice Baked Almond Croissant

    Now the pastries - the highlight for me was the twice baked almond croissant. It had a cornflake cookie thing going - caramelised, chewy goodness.

    Kate T

  • Macadamia Miso Cookie

    I like the nuttiness and burnt sugar taste of the macadamia miso one as well.

    Diane Nguyen

  • Homemade Hash Brown

    the homemade hash brown is delicious

    Lee

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and curated pantry touches that elevate the bakery experience

  • Thoughtful Birthday Celebrations

    Floor staff actively notice milestone occasions and offer complimentary surprises to make birthdays and special visits memorable.

  • Personalized Counter Welcome

    Front-of-house staff take care to remember guest names at the counter, creating a welcoming and personal neighborhood feel.

  • Attentive Celiac and Dietary Care

    Staff provide dedicated guidance and thorough care for diners with celiac disease, offering dedicated gluten-free sandwiches and breads.

  • Curated Deli and Wine Pantry

    A curated retail wall featuring artisanal pickles, house-made condiments, and select wines allows diners to assemble gourmet park picnics or take provisions home.

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, waitlists, and arrival to make the most of your visit.

  • Laneway Seating & Space

    Seating features an outdoor laneway layout with compact tables and brick or metal perches; for relaxed dining or larger orders, consider grabbing a cushion or choosing takeaway.

  • Waitlist & Peak Timing

    Peak weekend mornings bring lines and brief table waits, but staff use an SMS waitlist system where you leave your name and number to be texted when a spot opens.

  • Park Proximity & Parking

    Located right across from New Farm Park, street parking fills quickly on busy days, so allow time to do a lap for a spot or plan a takeaway picnic for the playground.

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