#1
9th Lane Grind
Read 358 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
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2026 rankings QLD
23 Best Cafes
in Mackay
Compare the top 23 cafes in Mackay, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 4,165 reported Google reviews across 23 businesses
See the 23 listings ↓Top 23 Cafes in Mackay, QLD
1–23 of 23The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, 9th Lane Grind (4.5 stars from 358 Google reviews), THE DISPENSARY Coffee · Kitchen · Bar (4.4 stars from 608 Google reviews) and Casu Jacks (4.4 stars from 324 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Mackay cafes ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
THE DISPENSARY Coffee · Kitchen · Bar
Read 608 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#3
Casu Jacks
Read 324 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#4
Botanic Gardens Cafe
Read 304 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#5
Primal Coffee Roasters
Read 103 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#6
Woodman's Axe Espresso Bar Mackay
Read 526 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
Shop 6/47 Gordon St, Mackay Queensland 4740
0437 773 776#7
Ador'a Cafe
Read 198 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#8
Stellarossa Mt Pleasant
Read 196 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
Mt Pleasant Shopping Centre Cnr Bucascia Rd &, Phillip St, North Mackay QLD 4740
(07) 4942 5078stellarossa.com.au#9
The Coffee Club
Read 394 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#10
Avenue Cafe Mackay
Read 296 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
25 Evans Ave, North Mackay Queensland 4740
(07) 4837 1288#11
walwal K-Street Food
Read 131 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
245 Bridge Rd, West Mackay Queensland 4740
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Byrnes | Willetts Road
Read 83 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
#13
The Deli Nook
Read 86 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#14
Cool Mango Salad Bar
Read 133 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
Shp 1/73 Victoria St, Mackay Queensland 4740
(07) 4957 2837#15
K&Co
Read 60 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
#16
The Alley Espresso Bar Mackay
Read 38 reviewsReputation score: 80/100
#17
ANNEES®
Read 72 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
Caneland Central, Shop K2105 Mangrove Rd, Mackay Queensland 4740
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The Common Room Espresso Bar
Read 128 reviewsReputation score: 77/100
1/11 Carl St, Rural View Queensland 4740
Contact details not supplied
#19
CoffeeBase
Read 18 reviewsReputation score: 70/100
#20
Lava Coffee
Read 13 reviewsReputation score: 69/100
#21
The Gallery Cafe @Australian Hotel
Read 9 reviewsReputation score: 66/100
#22
LITTLE ESPRESSO BAR
Read 36 reviewsReputation score: 60/100
Whitsunday Arcade, Shop 8/141 Victoria St, Mackay Queensland 4740
Contact details not supplied
#23
Coffee Club On The River
Read 51 reviewsReputation score: 50/100
Matsuura Dr, Mackay Queensland 4740
Contact details not supplied
Showing 23 of 23 businesses. This ranking covers our Mackay listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about cafes in Mackay
LocalLocal's Mackay capture includes 23 cafes with 4,165 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 128 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about cafes in Mackay and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Mackay cafes ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are 9th Lane Grind (4.5 stars from 358 Google reviews); THE DISPENSARY Coffee · Kitchen · Bar (4.4 stars from 608 Google reviews); Casu Jacks (4.4 stars from 324 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are cafes in Mackay ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for cafes in Mackay?
The 23 cafes captured for Mackay hold 4,165 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 128. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.