Best breakfasts at Brisbane Airport

Early flight departures often mean leaving for the airport well before breakfast time, and while it's tempting to opt for a sleep-in instead, missing the most important meal of the day is not the best way to start your next holiday or business trip.

Breakfast boosts metabolism, reduces the risk of cravings and improves concentration. So, if you don't want to be tired, hungry and slow by the time you get to your destination, making time for breakfast is one of the easiest ways to start to your trip the right way.

Best quick brekkie

For a quick brekkie on the go, start with a coffee and something easy to digest like some bircher muesli with yoghurt from The Coffee Club kiosk situated outside the Domestic Terminal. The kiosk opens at 5am and also serves ham and cheese croissants and bacon and egg muffins for something more substantial.

Over at the International Terminal, another favourite for a quick and light breakfast is the hand-baked organic grain muesli from Gold Coast-based The Muesli Folk, served at Windmill & Co.

Find The Coffee Club kiosk at Level 1, Qantas Terminal Forecourt (before security) at the Domestic Terminal and Windmill & Co at Level 3, after security at the International Terminal.

Best breakfast for the 'gram

Bursting with pastel colours, curved edges, and a tasteful touch of greenery, The Aviary is the kind of dining venue that will make you do a double take when you walk by.

Inspired by the coastal, subtropical vibes that the Sunshine State is known for, settle in for a vibrant and beautifully presented breakfast whilst snapping away to your hearts content. After all, did you even eat it if it doesn't make it to the 'gram?

Find The Aviary at Level 2, Qantas terminal area, near Gate 23 (after security) at the Domestic Terminal.

Best light bite

Seeds by Bruno Loubet serves up a wide range of healthy and fresh salad bowls paired perfectly with a freshly squeezed juice. If you're on an early morning flight and ran out the door without breakfast, you can also find chia seed pudding topped with fruit, or a brekkie pot with egg, avocado and toast.

At the International Terminal, Boost Juice serves up a low-fat source of protein in the Strawbrekkie Smoothie, a blend of oats, strawberry yoghurt, blueberries, strawberries, apple juice, whey protein, banana and ice.

Find Seeds by Bruno Loubet at Level 2, Qantas food court at the Domestic Terminal and Boost Juice at Level 3, after security at the International Terminal. 

Best decadent breakfast

If smashed avocado with an indulgent side of bacon sounds right up your alley, then you can't go past this tried and tested classic dish at The Coffee Club. With a variety of locations across the Domestic and International terminals, enjoying a decadent before catching your flight has never been more convenient. 

Find The Coffee Club at various locations at the Domestic and International Terminals. 

Best runway views

Say farewell to family and friends with a joyous breakfast Corretto Cafe & Bar Located at the International Terminal, this venue offers sweeping views of the aircraft and runway action from a prime balcony position, serving a range of menu specials such as corn fritters, spinach & mushroom stack or pancakes.

Find Corretto Cafe & Bar on Level 4, before security at the International Terminal. 

Best all-day breakfast

If breakfast is your favourite meal of the day (at any time of the day for that matter) then you can't go past The Common, at the Domestic Terminal. 

With sweeping views overlooking the runway, stop by and feast on an array of mouth-watering all-day breakfast dishes including the Turkish eggs and mozzarella or The Common full breakfast.

For those watching their waistline, don't fret. There are several healthy options on the menu too - perfect for those travelling light.

Find The Common at Level 2, between gates 24 and 25 (after security) at the Domestic Terminal.

Best local produce

If you like to have a good meal before boarding a long international flight, head to Brisbane River Grill and fuel up on the the free-range eggs from Tamborine Mountain, served with sourdough bread and a side of local Chriberg double smoked bacon.

With 85% of produce sourced locally, using quality local and seasonal ingredients is at the heart of the food philosophy at The Lord Lamington in the Domestic Terminal.

In other words, you know that any breakfast dish you sample from The Lord Lamington will be bursting with flavour that celebrates Queensland produce. 

For a list of more venues that showcase and celebrate high-quality local produce, be sure to read our local produce at Brisbane Airport blog. 

Find Brisbane River Grill at Level 3, after security at the International Terminal and The Lord Lamington at Central Terminal, between Gate 26 & 32 at the Domestic Terminal. 

CREDITS

• Feature image: Breakfast at Brisbane River Grill, International Terminal, Brisbane Terminal
• Originally published in: BNE Magazine

With reduced passengers in our terminals and the ongoing impact of Covid-19 on trading, airport retailers are continuously adjusting their opening hours and staff levels. Please check individual listings here for the most up to date information on what's open at each terminal and their trading hours.