Well plated dish of beef and salad in white bowl.

Mid Trail Treats along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail

Let’s face it. You certainly work up a hunger when adventuring along Australia’s longest recreational rail trail, the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail. So why not swap your trail mix for a hunger fix at one of Somerset Region's local cafes or pubs? Somerset locals love nothing more than to dig into a generous serving of home-cooked tucker. That’s why the local watering holes and eateries always serve up the goods, packed with fresh Somerset flavours. We’ve put together some of our favourite flavour hubs along the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail, just perfect for a mid-trail treat.

Lowood

  • Homemade sweets, treats and gifts at the Folk Art Cooperative
  • Park up for a brew or two at Coffee at the Park
  • Coffee and cakes at Rudy and Ada’s
  • Country meals and hospitality at Hotel Lowood

Fernvale

  • Try a famous pie at the Old Fernvale Bakery Café
  • Tantalise your taste buds at Tree Change Café
  • Delicious snacks and meals Barb’s Kitchen
  • Have a counter meal at Fernvale’s first pub, the Fernvale Hotel Motel
  • Enjoy a great meal and cold brew at the Brisbane Valley Tavern
  • Buns, breads and baked delicacies at Fernvale Bake House and Patisserie

Coominya

  • Drop in for a brew and a yarn at the Bellevue Hotel Coominya

Esk

  • Sweet treats and country cooking at Angie’s Country Café
  • Country cuisine at its finest at the Esk Grand Hotel
  • Fresh flavours with a side of art at Nash Gallery Café
  • For treats on the go visit Enigmas Café
  • Sweet and savoury treats at the Esk Bakery
  • Tasty toasties and locally roasted coffee at the Brisbane Valley Roasters
Family sitting around table outside under shade umbrellas eating.
Esk Grand Hotel, Somerset Region

Toogoolawah

  • Hand-made fudge, sweets and treats at Sister Bake and Co
  • Hav’ a chat over a delicious meal at Hav’A’ Chat Café
  • Coffee with a smile at Thee Coffee Shack
  • Craft beers and your old favourites all on tap at the Handle Bar
  • Icy cold beers and heart meals at the Toogoolawah Hotel
  • Grab a brew and a bite at the Exchange Hotel Toogoolawah
  • For all your picnic needs visit The Picnic Society
Person behind counter of sweet shop talking to customers.
Sister Bake Co, Toogoolawah, Somerset Region

Harlin

  • Drop in for a bite and a beer at the Harlin Hotel

Moore

  • Relax and unwind with a cocktail and canape at Kai Lounge
  • Tea and cakes at the Supper Room Gallery at the Moore Soldiers Memorial Hall
  • You can’t beat the burgers at Tillys Café

Linville

  • Hearty meals and a brew with a view at The Linville Hotel
  • For a meal on the go visit Linville Store and Café
Bowl of salad with another plate with sausages and sides in the background.
The Linville Hotel, Somerset Region