The tiny hole-in-the-wall cafes that are nestled in the walls of towering office buildings and meandering laneways are in many ways the beating heart of the Brisbane CBD.

These grab-and-go style cafes have surged in recent years, designed to meet the unique needs of time-pressed city workers who still demand a quality brew for their morning pick-me-up.

Today, come with us as we take you on a walking tour with us of some of the CBD’s most quaint and quirky hole-in-the-wall cafes.

It might just be the pick me up you need.

Death Star Canteen

Near Creek St on Queen St sits the Death Star Canteen, a loosely Star Wars themed coffee shop with “the best bacon and egg burger in town”, according to regular customer Jimmy Leech.

Owner Dane Pallier-Kizana said the idea came from an Eddie Izzard routine from the early 2000s.

“But we’re basically just delivering very quick, very fast, city service – it’s all about getting it out and getting it done right,” Mr Pallier-Kizana said.

“We try really, really hard on customer service, to the point where I’d say we know 80 per cent of our clientele by name and order.

“He’s a good bloke and it’s great service.”.

Death Star Canteen is open 6am-2.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Wuta Brewer

Wuta Brewer, tucked away in the Elizabeth Arcade, are known for their viral matcha soft serve and strawberry matcha lattes.

“We do our own coffee roasting and have good quality matcha in the shop – it comes direct from our Japan suppliers,” barista Serena Si said.

The brand values quality above all else.

“You have to maintain quality but of course time of service goes into that,” Ms Si said.

Wuta Brewers opens 7am-3pm, Monday to Friday and 9am-3pm Saturday and Sunday.

Ricochet Espresso

Ricochet Espresso can be found a short walk from central station on Edward St.

With coffee beans sourced from a small farm and expertly roasted in Brisbane’s south side, Ricochet Espresso takes coffee seriously.

“We care very much about our coffee,” manager Jang Teerapon said.

“When people walk in we alway say, ‘good morning, how are you?’, try to be welcoming with a smile.

“We want to make good coffee, create good energy for people to start their day.”

The Italian-inspired quick stop cafe also serves fresh sandwiches and treats daily.

“We make things the way we would like it so it’s top quality,” Ms Teerapon said.

Ricochet Espresso is open from 5.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

The Ground Floor

A popular morning pit stop for Eagle Street workers, Ground Floor at Riparian Plaza serves its customers at record speed.

“We come here every day, there’s a few of us that do and its great tasting coffee, made really well and quick,” regular patron Annaleise Scott said.

“Great location as well,” she added.

Brisbane based cold brew coffee Tin and Timber is on the menu alongside ready-made breakfast and lunch options.

Ground Floor is open from 6.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.

Foster Black Queen Street

Founded in 2015 by Andrew Foster and Harrison Black with a thought of bringing “specialty coffee to unlikely places”, beloved Queensland roasters Foster Black have set up shop in Uptown on Queen Street Mall.

“Hospitality is our main thing,” barista Jono Ghali said.

“But that includes attention to quality and making a good product.”

Fellow barista Meg Bowden said a mixture of regulars and casual shoppers would come to the store for their morning caffeine hit.

“Our most popular coffee is either an iced vanilla latte or a small flat white – straight to the point,” she said.

Foster Black Uptown is open from 6.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm on Saturdays and 8.30am to 4pm on Sundays.

Charlee Anne’s

Serving up all things sweet and lovely Charlee Anne’s on George St is a favourite for everyone from office workers to tradies and the likes.

The coffee shop delivers your morning caffeine hit with a choice of croissant, doughnuts, brownies, cakes and sandwiches.

“We just make sure everyone is happy,” barista Kaylynn Williams said.

Brightly decorated with pink tiles, decor and a glowing neon sign, Charlee Anne’s even makes waiting in line a treat.

“We don’t really have a theme but I suppose it could be pink,” Ms Williams said.

Charlee Anne’s is open from 5am to 1pm, Monday to Friday.

St Marks Road Co.

Hidden away in the Adina Apartment Hotel on George St is the St Marks Road Co coffee shop.

With delicious light breakfast options and expertly poured coffee, St Marks Road Co knows what its customers want.

“They’re in a rush in the morning, they just want to get a coffee before they head into work or morning tea just come and get something fast,” manager Krissy Bunmee said.

Since opening, the store has cultivated a strong following of nearby workers and tradespeople.

“We have a lot of regulars that come in most days, so we’re on a first name basis – we know their coffee,” she said.

“I think it’s just more than selling a business, it’s more like our own little community in a way.”

St Marks Road Co is open from 6am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday and from 7am to 12pm on weekends.

Will & Co by BG

The definition of hole-in-the-wall coffee stop, Will & Co by BG on Adelaide Street offers an ultimate grab and go experience.

“We make sure everything is really quick,” barista Jenna Rushton said.

Alongside their Bondi-born specialty roasts, the store also offers fresh snack wraps, juices, and sweet treats.

“You also get a little biscuit with every coffee – that’s my favourite part,” Ms Rushton said.

“And all the girls here are super friendly as well.”

Will & Co by BG operates from 6.30am to 4pm, Monday to Friday.