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Smoked Paprika

2/5 Nash St, Paddington QLD 4064, Australia

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2/5 Nash St, Paddington QLD 4064, Australia

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+61 431 080 925
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Smoked Paprika

Break out of the standard morning bacon-and-eggs routine with vibrant Brisbane cafe culture anchored by Hungarian comfort food. Dishes lean bold—paprikás csirke crepes stacked with chorizo, poached eggs, and whipped goat's cheese, or spiced brisket layered over pink hummus and crisp fritters. Morning regulars point to the house goulash when craving serious savory depth. The kitchen team handles bespoke dietary tweaks without blinking, turning out custom dairy-free mash and tailored plates on request. Settle into the shaded outdoor banquettes with a cappuccino and take in the leafy Paddington streetscape.

  • Hungarian-Inspired Fare: Crepes with chicken paprikash, Hungarian goulash, and slow-cooked spiced brisket break free from standard breakfast plates.
  • Dietary Flexibility: Kitchen staff readily adapt dishes for food intolerances, offering unprompted split plates and custom dairy-free mash.
  • Shaded Outdoor Banquettes: Comfortable banquette tables under cool shade invite long catch-ups with friends over coffee.
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What's On at Smoked Paprika

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Reasons to Choose Smoked Paprika

Why diners choose Smoked Paprika for adventurous brunching, flexible dining, and unhurried gatherings

  • Distinct Hungarian flavor profiles

    Dishes feature bold Hungarian and European profiles like tender chicken wrapped in crepes with hollandaise, goulash, and rich seasonings that break away from predictable breakfast routines.

    The bold, comforting Hungarian-inspired flavors were spot-on: creamy, smoky, and perfectly balanced.

    Alex S

  • Flavor-packed morning plates

    The kitchen crafts dishes using fragrant spices, slow-cooked beef cheeks, and inventive combinations that bring exciting depth to morning dining.

    Amazing service & outstanding food, presentation and a flavour bomb that came from the slow cooked beef cheeks!

    Kristy Lewis

  • Tailored dietary accommodations

    The staff responds directly to dietary restrictions, readily customising recipes such as preparing dairy-free mashed potatoes and adjusting drink orders without issue.

    Instant response and nothing was too much trouble for this amazing establishment. Dairy free mashed potato was made for me.

    Tennille Idle

  • Attentive kitchen adjustments

    Service thoughtfully anticipates diner needs, accommodating special cooking requests and proactively splitting shared menu choices across multiple plates.

    We went today and when we ordered said we’re just going to share the sweet potato hash and they brought it out split up onto two plates!

    Sarskia Liddelow

  • Unhurried multi-hour catchups

    Guests catching up during multi-hour visits can relax comfortably without pressure from staff to clear their table or rush the conversation.

    we were here for 3 hours and the staff had cleaned up around us without making us feel uncomfortable or pushed out.

    Tara Horner

  • Welcoming and patient hosting

    Groups dining on busy weekend services are given the breathing room to wait for delayed companions without feeling rushed or hurried along.

    We never felt pressured to give up our table & the wait staff were great.

    Carolyn & Justin

Hungarian-inspired morning favorites and standout savoury brunch specialties

  • Chicken Paprikash Crepes

    My partner and I loved the Chicken Paprikash Crepes for $25.90, a delicious, hearty dish with tender chicken, wrapped in crepes and topped with pan-fried chorizo slices, capsicum, spinach, mushrooms, poached eggs, hollandaise, whipped goat's cheese, and smooth sweet potato puree.

    Alex S

  • Hungarian Goulash

    The Hungarian Goulash was excellent.

    Megan F

  • Hungarian Baked Eggs

    Had an ad pop up on instagram for Hungarian baked eggs . Ended up taking a couple weeks to make it in to try , by then the special was over . Without issue they asked the chef and made it work! The meal was spot on 10/10 .

    joshua phillips

  • Beef Cheeks

    Amazing service & outstanding food, presentation and a flavour bomb that came from the slow cooked beef cheeks!

    Kristy Lewis

Other favorites

Sides, smoothies, and indulgent warm drinks to round out your visit

  • Dairy Free Mashed Potato

    Dairy free mashed potato was made for me.

    Tennille Idle

  • Hot Chocolate

    To go alongside, we enjoyed their divine hot chocolate, which was smooth, rich, and perfectly indulgent

    Bex

  • Blueberry Smoothie

    Coffee & Blueberry smoothie were delicious too.

    Carolyn & Justin

  • Mango Smoothie

    The hot chocolate and mango smoothie were both perfect as well

    Rhiannon Tomlinson

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and kitchen accommodations experienced by diners

  • Tailored Dietary Prep

    When informed in advance of strict dietary intolerances, the kitchen prepared custom dairy-free mashed potato and tailored smoothie ingredients without hesitation.

  • Proactive Plate Splitting

    When guests mentioned they were splitting the sweet potato hash, staff proactively divided and served the meal onto two separate plates without being asked.

  • Off-Menu Special Accommodation

    After an Instagram special for Hungarian baked eggs had already ended, the staff checked with the chef and prepared the off-menu dish on request.

  • Curbside Carry Assistance

    For a large takeaway order, staff went out of their way to carry the food and drinks across the street directly to the customer's car.

Before you head over

Practical advice for planning your visit and ordering from the menu

  • Book Ahead for Busy Mornings

    Morning services and weekends fill up quickly, so book ahead or arrive outside peak rush windows to secure your preferred spot without waiting.

  • Request Dietary Customizations

    The kitchen readily handles dietary needs like dairy-free adaptations or custom egg preparation, so contact the team or ask staff when ordering.

  • Explore Hungarian House Specialties

    Branch out from standard breakfast fare by ordering Hungarian-inspired specialties like goulash or Chicken Paprikash crepes.

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