Catalyst Cafe - Brisbane

When Catalyst Cafe first opened up a few years ago they served a good cup of coffee and above average food. Over time, the quality of their coffee and their se... read more When Catalyst Cafe first opened up a few years ago they served a good cup of coffee and above average food. Over time, the quality of their coffee and their service has deteriorated. I was back at the Translational Research Institute for a lunch meeting and enjoyed the Pulled Pork Sandwich. The pork was tender and overall the sandwich was pretty good - 3.5. The service was slow, but I was advised by my counterpart at TRI that that is quite normal. Daily specials and rotating curries help to keep the menu interesting. I have no problem meeting here for lunch, but if it is coffee that you seek you should walk the two minutes over to Pacemaker.

Ridiculously bad service. They only survive because there is no competition! I rarely go there and every time without fail they forget my order after waiting 20... read more Ridiculously bad service. They only survive because there is no competition! I rarely go there and every time without fail they forget my order after waiting 20 minutes or more for coffee and realise that they have forgotten the piece of toast you ordered. Coffee is ordinary too.

The guys at pacemaker have changed to Toby's Estate. The coffee is still phenomenal! If you're lucky, they'll show off some of their foam art. read more The guys at pacemaker have changed to Toby's Estate. The coffee is still phenomenal! If you're lucky, they'll show off some of their foam art.

My colleague and I have been treated in an appeal by the cafe manager this week. we had bought our drinks and just was put on a table when the manager left and... read more My colleague and I have been treated in an appeal by the cafe manager this week. we had bought our drinks and just was put on a table when the manager left and unleashed this tirade over the check in. When he asked us, I apologized and quickly took my phone to check. he, whether he is aware of my actions or simply hasn't looked after us, has kept us calm. he ran over how the security observed our movement and that he came in difficult ways with the police over covid check-ins?! he said in this condesctive way: you young are going out, you should know that you are supposed to check. he goes: I don't want to be an ark*le...read more

The caffe is close to my workstation. it is always busy daily, especially during the lunchtime. Despite the low rating, I decided to try it. not for his coffee,... read more The caffe is close to my workstation. it is always busy daily, especially during the lunchtime. Despite the low rating, I decided to try it. not for his coffee, as my friends do not recommend it. I had choc croissant that didn't even impress me. I prefer to sell it in the other caffe. the personal was also not as friendly as one in the other caffe. not as good experience.