Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts

3.7(80)

Inside Brisbane Strikers Football Club, 95 Abbotsford Rd, Bowen Hills, Queensland, 4006

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Services:Gluten-Free OptionsDeliveryTakeawayDine-In

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Known for

BurgersVegan menuWafflesTakeawayDeliveryDine-inCoffeeVegetarian options

Why Choose Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts?

Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts is a standout destination for anyone managing coeliac disease or gluten intolerance, with a kitchen designed to keep gluten contamination out and nearly everything on the menu gluten-free. The vegan menu is equally thorough, and the burgers, doughnuts and waffles deliver solid flavour at fair prices. Staff commitment to dietary needs and food quality draws strong local loyalty, though service can be inconsistent depending on who's running the counter.

About Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts

Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts in Bowen Hills is less a traditional bakery than a gluten-free cafe built around doughnuts, waffles and burgers, and that's exactly why people with dietary needs seek it out. It's a place coeliacs and vegans keep finding and passing on to friends.

The menu covers a lot of ground: burgers, nachos, chips and gravy, popcorn chicken, waffles and pancakes, plus a range of doughnuts and milkshakes. You can dine in, take away or have it delivered. Nearly everything is gluten free, and there's a proper vegan menu too. We hear the kitchen is run to keep gluten out, and the owner is happy to walk newcomers through how it works, which is a big comfort if you're coeliac or have allergies. One local said the food tasted so normal you'd never guess it was gluten free, and the takeaway doughnuts reportedly hold up for days.

The staff get plenty of praise for being friendly and accommodating, with stories of going out of their way to look after people. Opinion isn't entirely one-sided, though. We've heard a few grumbles about service on a bad day and the odd issue with an order, so if something goes wrong, speak up politely and give them the chance to fix it.

Opening days and times are a bit varied through the week, and the cafe is closed one day, so check the hours before you head in. Look for it on Uber Eats if you'd rather have it come to you.

Location

Bacon & Egg Burger
Bacon, egg, BBQ sauce & Garlic aioli
$7
Cheese, Bacon & Egg Burger
Bacon, Egg, Cheese, BBQ sauce & Garlic Aioli
$7.50
Bacon, Egg, Pattie & Cheese Burger
Bacon, Egg, Beef Pattie, Cheese, BBQ sauce & Garlic Aioli
$9.50
Ham, Cheese & Tomato Croissant (Not GF)
Buttery croissant filled with savory ham, melted cheese, and ripe tomato slices
$6.50

Chicken Burgers (GF)

Classic Chicken Burger
Chicken Breast Crumbed GF Panko, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, BBQ Sauce, & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$16
Hawaiian Chicken Burger
Chicken Breast Crumbed GF Panko, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pineapple Ring, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$17
Chicken Works Burger
Chicken Breast Crumbed in GF Panko, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pineapple, Egg, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$19.50
Grilled Classic Chicken Burger
$16
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Burger
$17

Beef Burgers (GF)

Classic Beef Burger
Beef Pattie, Cheese, Stacker Pickle, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$15
Double Double Cheese Burger
Double Patty, Double Cheese, Stacker Pickle, American Mustard & Tomato Sauce
$18.50
Double Double Bacon & Cheese Burger
Double Patty, Double Cheese, Double Bacon, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$18.50
Hawaiian Beef Burger
Beef Pattie, Cheese, Stacker Pickle, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pineapple Ring, Bacon, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$16.50
Beef Works Burger
Beef Pattie, Cheese, Stacker Pickle, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Pineapple Ring, Bacon, Egg, BBQ Sauce & Roasted Garlic Aioli
$19
Cheese Burger
Beef Pattie, Cheese, Pickle, American Mustard & Tomato sauce
$10

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Menu as published at maverickcafe-badboyscafe.square.site on 28 October 2026. Prices change; confirm with the shop.

What Customers Say on Google

Bread

“This is an absolute must-visit for anyone with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.”

Staff

“Scott who works there still invited me in to make me a burger knowing I was going to the airport. Scott was incredibly helpful and accomodating!”

Value

“Burgers were great, full and great value. Best gluten free chicken tenders.”

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maverick Cafe & Doughnuts

: Yes, this is the main reason people seek it out. Nearly everything on the menu is gluten free, including the doughnuts, waffles and burgers, and the kitchen is run with gluten contamination in mind. Coeliac diners have reported feeling safe eating there, and the Chicken Snitz Burger, Cinnamon Doughnuts and Vanilla Bean Doughnuts are among the most popular gluten-free picks.
: Yes, Bowen Hills locals and visitors come specifically for the vegan menu alongside the gluten-free options. Vegetarian choices are also available, and many dishes such as the doughnuts and waffles are marked GF/V on the published menu, making it easy for vegans and coeliacs to eat at the same table.
: The menu centres on burgers (beef, chicken and breakfast varieties), doughnuts, waffles, fries and milkshakes, with coffee, brunch, lunch and dinner options too. Standouts mentioned often include the popcorn chicken, nachos, chips and gravy, and the Cinnamon and Vanilla Bean Doughnuts. Catering, dine-in, takeaway and delivery are all offered.
: Both are available in Bowen Hills: you can dine in, order takeaway or get delivery, including no-contact delivery. The cafe also turns up on delivery apps like Uber Eats, and offers seating for those who want to eat on site and watch the gluten-free kitchen at work.
: Experiences are mixed. Many diners praise the staff, particularly the owner Scottie, as friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about dietary needs, often going out of their way for coeliac customers. Others have reported rude or unhelpful service at busy times. It's worth checking the hours before visiting, especially for pickup orders.