Bear Bones

I really enjoyed this place. Coffee was good, it was pretty busy when we arrived, so it did take a little while but it was worth it.
The staff are genuinely friendly, none of that arrogant coffee attitude (something refreshing for the Valley).
Lucky it wasn’t too hot today and they didn’t seem to be roasting, other wise it could have been a bit uncomfortable.
Food looked good and very well priced, I look forward to trying it next time.
Noted that they are not open in the weekend.

Numerous cafes and bars in Brisbane opened up near the end of the year, including a new establishment by the owners of The Cobbler and numerous Brisbane hotspots by the name of Bear Bones Espresso. I had the chance of meeting one of my Unilocalers at this hip café sandwiched between shops on Mclachlan Street in the Valley.
Colorful graffiti sets the ambience of this modern industrial café that is set out to roast their own coffee beans. Since my visit about a month ago, they may have very well started to already! Deciding on the avo toast and the pulled pork sandwich between me and my friend, we also each ordered a milkshake. My chocolate milkshake, which came in the traditional cup, though not as thick as an American milkshake, was a rich chocolate that wasn’t overwhelmingly sweet. Still, it was a bit, and I would advise sharing one with someone. The avo toast was delicious, as the bread was fresh, and the presentation wasn’t lacking either. The pulled pork sandwich, recommended by Kurtis the barista, was also flavorful, though not quite flavored like an American pulled pork sandwich. The portion was also quite generous, which is always a plus. The service was awesome, and I would definitely recommend this place for those living in Brissy!

The 90s called and they want their prices back. Seriously. Let’s talk prices. Think about it. When was the last time you went to a café and got a coffee and a salad for less than $ 10? And I’m talking about a QUALITY coffee and salad, here. Yeah, that’s what I thought. You’re struggling to find one, aren’t you?
Bear Bones is new. So new I feel like this is a review before its time because each time I visit there’ll be something new. For example, this week they’ll install their own coffee roasting machines… Here’s hoping the brews stay as good as the flat white I enjoyed today (Wolff Roast. Bloody brilliant).
And the salad. Right. I saw the guy behind the counter serving it up to another customer and asked what it was. «It’s our green salad. Lentils, pepitas, cucumber, rocket, quinoa, and a balsamic glaze.» In my mind I’d stacked this up to be a $ 12 affair. «How much for a serving?» I asked. «$ 5.50.» Five Dollars and Fifty Cents! Can you believe it? Now, the serving size isn’t large but it is ample for a quick lunch and was delicious and I would have (and have in the past) paid a lot more for a lot less. Kudos.
Last but not least, I sense it is important to tell you that Bear Bones is the newest member of the family that bring Brisbane The Ponycat Café, Kettle & Tin and Cobbler so, you know, it’s going to have a lot of individuality (expect to see a lot of Asa’s art works around) and damn good everything.

Yes, this has the potential to become a favourite haunt. It’s checked all my boxes so far.
I first came across this place a week ago while attempting to visit the Doctor Who pop-​up store — which featured a ridiculous queue. But, back to the point. So I’m a huge fan of bears of any sort, and, there I was, leaving the DW store behind dejectedly, and what did I see? In the middle of nowhere (well, sorta nowhere… It was a weekend so none of the shops and offices in the stretch where open) there was a van with the word «bear» written on it, parked infront of what looked like a café with bears painted on the wall…
I spent the next days attempting to drag someone with me back to visit and taste their wares, and «bear as in the animal not bare bones the barbershop in Morningside» became the norm coming out of my mouth.
Eventually, I made it back with a fellow over-​caffeinated nut — the space was pretty chilled out, small but amazing selection of food, and there was a large space in the back for their roaster which would be making an appearance soon (next week the bits will start appearing apparently. I’m excited)
I got myself an avo on toast, and was served the most beautiful and largest serve in had ever seen. I wound up picking half the avo slices off the toast so I could bite into them without getting it all over my nose. And the best part? It’s only $ 10!
Dude on duty (didn’t get his name) was awesome and friendly as well. This is definitely a place worth visiting!