Loving our Area Guide? Discover the best places to drink, dine, shop and play in your neighbourhood on our website. If you’re in the market for a sea change, you may even find the next suburb to call home. sitchu.com.au/suburb-guides Hijinx Hotel Chermside A whimsical New York-style ‘hotel’ where you play, not stay. With ten immersive challenge rooms — think giant pianos, ball pits, and nostalgic puzzles — it’s a playground for all ages. Sip unicorn-themed cocktails at the bar, then dive into four-minute games designed for laughs, teamwork, and Instagram-worthy moments. Casa Cibo Casa Cibo brings a slice of Italy to Westfield Chermside with its expansive, two-level dining space and authentic, house-made fare. From wood-fired pizzas to fresh pastas and antipasti sliced to order, this modern trattoria delivers rustic charm and bold flavours in a stylish, family-friendly setting. Clear Mountain Lodge Perched high above the city with breathtaking views of the Glasshouse Mountains, Clear Mountain Lodge is a hidden gem just 35 minutes from Bridgeman Downs. Surrounded by native bushland, this tranquil retreat promises indulgent spa treatments, fine dining, and golden sunsets — the ultimate day trip or weekend escape. 564 Clear Mountain Road, Clear Mountain STAY PLAY DRINK Westfield Chermside White Horse Ranch Tucked away in Albany Creek, this dreamy café-meets-homewares store serves up farm-fresh brunch, artisanal coffee and serious boho charm. With its rustic interiors and dog-friendly vibes, it’s the perfect spot to linger over lattes and long chats. @whitehorseranchcafe @archieampm 412 Trouts Road, Chermside West 31-33 Ferguson Street, Albany Creek @mercureclearmountainlodge Chermside Hills Reserves is your go-to for a nature fix without leaving the ‘burbs. Hike through bushland, spot wallabies, climb Spider Hill for epic views, and let the kids go wild at the Downfall Creek Bushland Centre. Wild, scenic, and right on your doorstep. Chermside Hills Reserves Archie AM:PM This plant-based café dishes up inventive bagels, bold coffee blends and seriously fun vibes. Think vegan parmas on pretzel buns, Vietnamese iced lattes, and a cosy, greenery-filled fit-out that makes every brunch feel like a treat. 23/735 Beams Road, Carseldine Westfield Chermside SITCHU MAGAZINE @hijinxhotel @casaciboitalian
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