Since 1936, Shingle Inn has been renowned throughout Brisbane for our style and quality products. Now lovingly reconstructed within the Ground Floor of Brisbane’s City Hall, we’d love you to welcome you at one of our upcoming events.
RizeUp Month
Join us for a cuppa
$1 donated from every hot drink sold.
RizeUp provides life-changing, practical support for those impacted by domestic and family violence.
We’re proud to support RiseUp Australia, an Australian charity that transforms empty houses into safe, welcoming homes for those escaping domestic and family violence. Providing everything from fresh linen and kitchen essentials to toys that put smiles back on little faces.
It truly takes a village, and with your support we can make a difference together.
Where: Shingle Inn City Hall
When: Sunday 1st – Monday 30th June
Time: Monday to Sunday 9am – 4pm
Bookings: Please click on the link below to book a table.
Patty Cake Decorating Party
Gather your sweet tooth and creative spirit for a morning of hands‑on fun in Brisbane’s oldest and most loved cafe.
At our Patty Cake Decorating High Tea you’ll sprinkle and style your very own Shingle Inn Patty Cake, then settle in and enjoy sweet and savoury High Tea treats.
Little artists can enjoy colouring activities and lucky door prizes, while our attentive team ensure every detail is taken care of.
Book your place now to ensure that you don’t miss out on the fun!
Where: Shingle Inn City Hall
When: Friday 4th July
When: 9:30am – 11:30am
Pricing: Bookings essential, please click on the button below
Brisbane Open House
Brisbane Open House is an annual, complimentary event that allows both locals and tourists to explore the unique architectural, engineering, and historical treasures of Brisbane. Participants can visit various buildings, including Shingle Inn City Hall, through guided or self-guided tours. Plan your weekend to take in the historical and architecturally significant buildings of Brisbane and make sure you include a stop at Shingle Inn City Hall.
Be one of the first 100 people to make a purchase at Shingle Inn City Hall and you’ll receive one of Shingle Inn’s iconic Patty Cakes.
Where: Shingle Inn City Hall
When: Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th July
Times: Open 9am – 4pm daily
Bookings: Please click here to secure a table.
Patty Cake Day
Each Shingle Inn Cake is made with love and care, following a cherished traditional recipe. Our bakers pay close attention to every detail, ensuring that each patty cake that is simply irresistible.
The signature Patty Cake and Butter Cake is a traditional butter cake, topped with a generous swirl of smooth, velvety buttercream icing.
Available in a variety of flavours including passionfruit, chocolate or pink icing. They are available in six packs, however if you’re finding it difficult to decide, we recommend a mixed pack (featuring two of each flavour).
Where: Shingle Inn City Hall
When: First Friday of each month
Time: Pre-order your Patty Cakes or Butter Cakes by the Monday prior at 11:00am, for pickup on Friday.
Price: Order your Patty Cakes here, or your Butter Cakes here.
Feedback from customers!
“Congratulations to all concerned with the wonderful Easter celebrations’ spirit and decorations at your above restaurant , only they didn’t have any English Breakfast tea bags !
I first attended your establishment in Edward St in 1961 ! but have been to City Hall a number of times.
Thank you so much for maintaining such a special tradition in our City.
With best wishes”
– John
“I organised the Melbourne Cup Celebration with a group of friends mostly from our 50+ Club of the City Hall. We have been doing this for the last three years. We have an excellent deal with the price and we appreciate the very professional and friendly services. The Manager Kathy is very approachable and friendly. She takes extra miles to meet our requests such as organising a TV screen for the Melbourne Cup race specially for us. As we request, we are seated at a long table outside the dining room area, which provides the atmosphere of space and openness and at the same time complementary to the traditional old charm of the building structure and features. The food is good and the coffee is one of the best in town.”
– Amy
“I came yesterday with my granddaughter. We had a lovely experience and the two staff were excellent….very busy but very obliging. The teas were ample and the orange cake on mine was sublime! We will be back.”
– Michele
“Hello there!! My name is Bethany, I came to your AMAZING restaurant today with my nan! I would love to let you know that I was truly impressed with the staff and how kind they were! The food was absolutely delicious! I am so pleased. Thank you so much for the lovely service. It meant so much to me and my nan! 5 stars from me!! You all have truly outdone yourselves!! Have a lovely evening! Thank you again!”