The interior decor could do with a spruce up, but the food was excellent. We needed to eat before travelling so weren't particularly hungry. Three of us shared the tasting plate designed for two, and it really hit the spot! As many Brisbane cafes and restaurants, Cafe Tara can be opened up to a nice outdoor eating area. This day was pretty hot so we stayed inside in the air con...

Went here for lunch with my son. It is certainly a better choice than the coffee club that is right next door. The menu does a wide range of options inclufing an all day breakfast. The panini i had was ok nothing too starling. My son had the waffles that looked yum. What let them down was the barista. The coffee was not too flssh. It's worth a try if you want to eat in The Gap.

Merlo coffee, nice; breezy courtyard, good; giant plastic things for the toddler, excellent; service... Still waiting.

Merlo Coffee, great service, try their bollywood nights.