Banjo’s Bakery Café - Beerwah

Banjo's Bakery Café in Beerwah is the kind of stop locals use for a quick pie and a decent coffee, and pies are what people tend to talk about first. It's a franchise outlet, and the baking is done fresh on site, which shows in the food. Local favourites include the Tasmanian scallop pie, one person's pick for the best pie they'd ever eaten, as well as bacon, cheese and beef, and beef and potato. There's a cauliflower and cheese pie too, a handy option if someone in the group wants to skip the meat.

Beyond pies, we hear good things about the mini sausage rolls and party pies, with the sausage roll described as more flavoursome than the usual bakery version. Donuts, quiches and a vanilla slice sit in the cabinet as well, along with fresh bread, hot food and morning tea lines. The vanilla slice gets a mixed reception, so you might stick with the pastries and pies. The sandwiches are less of a talking point, and one local wasn't won over by the filling.

Staff are a highlight. People mention friendly, quick service, and one local said a mix-up with their donuts was put right straight away. Coffee is part of the draw too, and it suits a morning routine stop. You can dine in, take away or have it delivered, and they also take custom cake orders and do catering. Breakfast is on the menu, there's indoor and outdoor seating with booths and high chairs, and the place is kid friendly.

It sits in a shopping centre, so there's free parking on site, though you may have a short walk at busy times. Toilets and the supermarket are close by. The car park and entrance are wheelchair accessible, though one regular who uses a walker finds the gaps between tables and chairs tight, so it's worth knowing if you need extra room. A couple of locals have also noticed crumbs on the floor and uncleared tables at busy moments, though they still came away happy.

It opens early on weekdays and a little later on weekends, so check the hours before you go. For a fresh pie, a coffee and friendly service in Beerwah, this is an easy place to start.