The Quick Brown Fox Cafe in East Lismore – Cozy Spot for Coffee & Bytes

Inside The Quick Brown Fox

The Quick Brown Fox is a bustling café nestled on Military Rd in East Lismore, comfortably bridging the gap between a casual coffee stop and a spot for more substantial, flavour-packed meals. Known for kicking off early with a 5am opening, it draws a mix of early risers, local workers, and students from nearby campuses looking for both reliable coffee and varied breakfast options beyond the usual fare.

The café’s seating includes a relaxed, air-conditioned interior perfect for when the summer humidity hits, along with shaded outdoor plaza tables tucked under large umbrellas for those who prefer a bit of fresh air while they eat. This setup makes it an adaptable lunch or breakfast destination, whether you're after a quick morning caffeine fix or a more leisurely break with friends or colleagues.

Food-wise, the menu is refreshingly diverse, with a mix of wraps, Asian-inspired dishes, and classic café staples like quiches and frittatas. The squid and chips stand out as a local favourite, delivering an unexpected twist on café fare that hints at the kitchen’s flair for flavours somewhere between home-cooked comfort and fusion creativity. The hot chocolate and smoothies get consistent praise for their richness and balance, complementing the efforts of what’s clearly a skilled barista team.

Service at The Quick Brown Fox tends to be quick and personal, with familiar faces like Tim and Nui remembered after a few visits, making the experience feel less like a transactional stop and more like a regular catch-up spot. This kind of friendly, attentive service fits well with the laid-back but lively East Lismore vibe.

Overall, this café suits anyone after early breakfasts, strong coffee, and a place where the menu shifts from light to filling without losing home-style charm. Ideal time to visit might be late mornings or early lunch when the plaza is lively but not overcrowded, allowing you to soak in the easygoing local rhythm while enjoying thoughtfully prepared food and drinks.

Highlights & Local Essentials

Highlights

Great coffee

Popular for

Breakfast

Lunch

Solo dining

Good for working on laptop

What they serve

Coffee

Healthy options

Quick bite

Small plates

Best for

Breakfast

Brunch

Lunch

Catering

Dessert

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible car park

Wheelchair-accessible entrance

Wheelchair-accessible seating

Parking

Free of charge street parking

Free parking lot

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Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

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Monday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

05:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

What Locals & Travelers Say

42 Reviews

Victoria F

08 Jan 2026

Tim and Nui have really good food and fast service - I love the breakfast wraps which are different to other cafes and nicer. And the quiche, frittata and juices, plus lots of full meals such as Thai curries. The inside is lovely and air conditioned and outside in the plaza, lunch under the huge umbrellas is great. Really chilled ambience. We make a special trip here every week - we don’t even work or study at the Uni!

Abby Green

01 Jan 2026

Bloody excellent service, above and freaking beyond. Tim is a legend barista, best coffee man ever. Nui remembers your name after a few visits & is mad thai chef. Don't miss this wicked cafe in Lismore when you're on campus. Try the Asian fusion specials, any quiche & breaky bagel! Great smoothies, fresh juices & old fashioned country service with a smile! Cheers legends!

Irene Aguilar

31 Dec 2025

This place is great. All food are delicious. My favorite is the hot chocolate.

Tanietta Sherie

14 Dec 2025

There is such a variety of food from wraps to home cooked Asian style meals to salads and frittatas. The coffee is superb and all the food is extremely reasonably priced. Open great hours if you’re looking for an early breakfast they open at 5! Thumbs up from me.

Lacey McDougall

06 Dec 2025

Best smoothies , juices , iced chocolates I have ever had food has so much flavour I love

Sandy Leadbeatter

06 Oct 2025

Tim , Nui, Jericho and all the staff are absolutely wonderful. Always a welcoming smile with a cheerful good morning. A happy atmosphere greets you as you enter. The Extrodanairy Food is top notch, with something yummy for everyone GF, V, DF etc , well worth the trip to SCU for Breakfast, Lunch or just a snack. The kitchen and dining area are always clean and tidy , Nui and Tim run a tight ship and are always hands on making sure the Quick Brown Fox remains a top place to eat, have a cuppa or smoothie and relax .

Greg Cotter

05 Oct 2025

Wonderful people, good coffee, great food. Hi to Nui and Tim, and salutations to the incomparable goddess that is Siva. :) . Look forward to being back soon. :)

Isabel Chong

27 Sep 2025

I could not speak more highly of this gem of a cafe! The food is absolutely delicious and very generous in portion size. The coffees are excellent. Tim, Nui and all the staff are kind, attentive and focus on providing the best service. The queue always moves very quickly! Thank you and I’ll definitely be back!

The Quick Brown Fox

Inside The Quick Brown Fox

Highlights & Local Essentials

Local Moments in Photos

Find It on the Map

Openings Hours

What Locals & Travelers Say

42 Reviews

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