Restaurant
Leisurely coffee
219 Gilbert St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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219 Gilbert St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Gilbert Street’s quiet flex pairs dialed-in specialty roasts with an inventive, halal-friendly brunch menu. Regulars drop by for pour-overs showcasing roasters like Manta Ray alongside velvety flat whites pulled with clean precision. The kitchen leans hard into Asian comfort staples—crispy prawn katsu sandos, zingy fried cauliflower bao buns, and slow-cooked baked eggs in claypots scooped with Chinese donuts. Diners in the know order the fluffy, made-to-order soufflé pancakes right when sitting down, pairing them with an earthy hojicha latte or a salted chocolate chip cookie.
- Curated Specialty Roasts: Rotating single-origin beans from roasters like Manta Ray and ONA featured across pour-overs and smooth flat whites.
- Halal Asian Comfort Food: A creative, fully halal brunch lineup offering prawn katsu sandos, savory bao buns, and claypot baked eggs.
- Fresh Soufflé Pancakes: Made-to-order Japanese soufflé pancakes prepared fresh with a delicate, airy wobble.
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Why Diners Choose Leisurely Coffee
From creative halal fusion and specialty pour-overs to cloud-soft soufflés, discover why Adelaide brunchers gather at Leisurely Coffee.
Thoughtfully Crafted Halal-Friendly Brunch
Diners can enjoy thoughtfully crafted Asian-fusion brunch staples such as bao buns, prawn katsu sandos, and beef brisket burgers, with a menu designed to cater to halal dietary needs.
Highly recommend for anyone looking for halal brunch, good coffee, and a beautiful café atmosphere in Adelaide.
Ryza Jusary Inventive East-Meets-West Savory Classics
Patrons looking for morning comfort can discover distinct dishes like baked eggs shakshuka paired with crispy Chinese donuts and rich mozzarella salsa verde.
Chinese donut was crispy outside and soft inside, which is honestly hard to find anywhere else in Australia.
ilovetoeat Specialty Single-Origin and Filter Coffee Program
Coffee enthusiasts can sample rotating single-origin beans and pour-over selections curated from acclaimed specialty roasters like Manta Ray and ONA.
Had a pour over coffee with beans from Manta Ray. It was honestly the best coffee I’ve had in at least a year.
Brett Stawinski Freshly Prepared Cloud-Like Soufflé Pancakes
Pancake fans can savor tall, made-to-order Japanese soufflé pancakes prepared fresh with light texture, eggy aroma, and seasonal toppings.
Their Japanese soufflé pancakes are a dreamy, cloud-like experience — soft, jiggly, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Anna Dudek Genuine and Attentive Neighborhood Hospitality
Warm, attentive service from the team sets a welcoming tone, helping guests feel right at home with genuine recommendations and sweet hospitality.
Also, the staff were the sweetest 😭 so cute, friendly, and genuinely helpful. They made the whole experience even better.
Linh Nguyen A Calming Oasis for Unhurried Leisure
Tucked along Gilbert Street, the cafe offers a tranquil, sunlit setting ideal for quiet reading, solo me-time, or unhurried conversations with friends.
Leisurely Coffee has a calm and inviting vibe — it’s the kind of spot where you instantly feel at ease.
Kwan Jason
Most popular items
Standout dishes crafted with distinct Asian fusion flavours
Japanese soufflé pancakes
Their Japanese soufflé pancakes are a dreamy, cloud-like experience — soft, jiggly, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
Anna Dudek Chicken katsu sando
the chicken katsu sandwich did not disappoint! The chicken cutlet inside is so juicy—you can see the juices drip a little when you take a bite—and the crust is perfectly crispy, not greasy at all.
Luned Reid Baked eggs claypot
Baked eggs claypot with Chinese donut —basically a shakshuka, but the slow-cooked tomato salsa verde had a really good balance of sourness and sweetness, and the mozzarella just enhanced the whole thing. Chinese donut was crispy outside and soft inside, which is honestly hard to find anywhere else in Australia.
ilovetoeat Soft-shell crab croissant
The croissant is flaky, buttery, and still warm from the oven, and inside? A crispy, tender soft-shell crab that’s seasoned to perfection. The crab has just the right amount of crunch, and it pairs with the buttery croissant like a dream—no heavy sauces, just pure, fresh flavor.
Luned Reid
Other favorites
Specialty teas, single-origin brews, and sweet dishes
Hojicha latte
The hojicha latte was sooo good too really earthy, slightly roasted, and not too sweet, which I loved i loved. It felt really calming to drink.
Linh Nguyen Pour over coffee
Had a pour over coffee with beans from Manta Ray. It was honestly the best coffee I’ve had in at least a year.
Brett Stawinski Ube & coconut French toast
Ordered their special menu, ube & coconut French toast . Very beautiful and thoughtful setting , taste is light and fluffy, even it’s more like a dessert but it is not overly sweet , definitely great to have a go as fancy breakfast .
Yien Chet Chong Iced matcha with ice cream
Let’s talk drinks—their iced matcha with a scoop of ice cream is next-level! The matcha is smooth (no grainy bits, thank goodness) and has that authentic, rich flavor you’d expect from good-quality Japanese matcha. Adding the ice cream makes it extra creamy—sip it, and you get a mix of cold matcha and melty, sweet ice cream that’s totally addictive.
Luned Reid
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful, above-and-beyond hospitality touches that elevate your visit
Early Soufflé Check upon Seating
Because the made-to-order soufflé pancake takes substantial time to bake, staff proactively ask diners upon seating if they plan to order it so preparation can begin immediately.
Attentive Dietary Care
The team takes proactive care from the moment guests arrive, greeting them warmly and attentively verifying specific dietary and halal preferences.
Complimentary Table Surprises
Guests sharing their dining experience or chatting with the owners are frequently surprised with complimentary house-made cake slices brought straight to the table.
Honest Pour-Over Bean Recommendations
Baristas provide thoughtful brew guidance, gladly pointing patrons toward standout beans like Manta Ray pour-overs rather than simply upselling higher-priced beans.
Before you head over
Practical tips on reservations, order timing, and dietary options to make the most of your visit
Order Soufflé Pancakes Immediately
Soufflé pancakes require at least 20 to 30 minutes to make fresh, so place your dessert order as soon as you are seated to prevent long waits after your meal.
Book Ahead for Weekend Brunch
Weekend brunches fill up fast even in wet weather; reserving a table in advance is strongly recommended, whereas weekday mornings offer immediate seating.
Dine Halal with Dietary Confidence
The entire menu is halal-friendly, with staff attentive to dietary requirements across popular dishes like the brisket burger and chicken katsu sando.
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