3 stars · 3 Aug 2026
“The portions were small and lacked nourishment- you could tell less love, care and attention went into our dishes..”
“Unfortunately, the big breakfast was disappointing that day.”Read the original Google review
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GROUND ALCHEMY
154 Merthyr Rd, New Farm QLD 4005
Restaurant details
- Google rating
- 4.4 out of 5 · 211 Google reviews
- Recorded price per person
- $20–40
- Collected reviews
- 211
- Data collected
- 9 Oct 2026
Reported criticisms
- Poor staff service: 12 reviews
- Disappointing food & drink: 11 reviews
- Long waits: 9 reviews
- Wrong, missing or cancelled orders: 8 reviews
- High prices or poor value: 6 reviews
3 stars · 30 May 2026
“The new menu is fine, but it’s quite similar to many other cafés in Brisbane and I miss the unique options that used to set this place apart.”Read the original Google review
2 stars · 23 May 2026
“It’s not the same as what’s shown on Google Maps — there used to be way more vegan options.”
“The new menu has very limited vegan choices.”Read the original Google review
Opening hours
Brisbane time
Hours shown for 20 Oct 2026 – 26 Oct 2026.
Checked 20 Oct 2026
Hours may change on public holidays. Check on Google Maps
| Monday | 6:30 am – 1 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 am – 1 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am – 2 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am – 2 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am – 2 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am – 2 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am – 2 pm |
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