John Mills Himself

Brisbane


Tiny John Mills transforms from daytime coffee shop to evening cocktail den. While the former brews excellent coffee, the latter pours outstanding Australian artisanal spirits that might see your martini made with Tasmanian sheep's-whey gin. Local craft beers flow from six taps while the wine list champions Queensland's Granite Belt. Accessible from both Charlotte St and an alley off Elizabeth St.

If you're wondering about the name, it's a tribute to the building's former occupant, who ran a printing business here last century.


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