The founders of Botanica are preparing to open Brolly Coffee in Red Hill, adding a new grab-and-go venue to their original neighbourhood.
Background of the Red Hill Connection
The operators behind Botanica first launched their boutique salad concept on Enoggera Terrace in Red Hill 13 years ago. Over the years, they expanded to several other Brisbane suburbs, though the Red Hill flagship remained their foundation site.
Their return to the strip follows an opportunity to take over the former Couverture & Co. space a few doors from their original venue. The new project adds another chapter to their long-running connection with Red Hill.
Establishing Brolly Coffee in Red Hill
The team has been working to convert the space into a streamlined coffee spot designed for quick service. The fit-out includes a terracotta-tiled counter, rendered concrete walls, timber elements and a glass door replacing the previous solid entry to increase natural light. Only a small number of seats will be available.
Brolly Coffee will focus on takeaway drinks and simple food, similar to a previous coffee concept the team operated in Teneriffe in 2017. The menu will include breakfast cups, chia puddings, overnight oats, cinnamon rolls, biscuits and pastries. Coffee will be supplied by Single O, with specialty iced options available as summer approaches.
Community Interest and Local Response
Social media responses show interest from locals and businesses acknowledging the upcoming opening in Red Hill. Comments reflect excitement about the addition to the area’s café offering.
Opening Timeline
Brolly Coffee is scheduled to open later this month, adding a new stop for regular visitors travelling through the shared Paddington–Red Hill strip. The venue is expected to draw interest from locals familiar with the Botanica team’s long-standing presence on Enoggera Terrace, further strengthening the area’s established café cluster.
Published 18-Nov-2025
