Oliver Brown

Oliver Brown is a Belgian chocolate cafe in Gungahlin, Canberra, built around rich chocolate, coffee and dessert-style treats. Its menu spans hot and iced drinks, indulgent desserts, acai, retail chocolates and a dedicated kids range, making it suited to more than a quick coffee. The cafe’s focus is authentic Belgian chocolate, with milk, dark and white chocolate used across its drinks and desserts.

The hot drinks selection includes signature hot chocolates alongside espresso coffee, lattes, teas and chocolate-based options. For something cooler, there are iced chocolates, iced coffees, fruit crushes, smoothies, thick shakes and milkshakes. The indulgence menu includes waffles, crepes, churros, sundaes and chocolate fondue, while the acai range provides another option for anyone looking beyond the heavier desserts. Retail chocolate is also available for a gift or an at-home treat, with pricing provided in store.

Families are specifically catered for through the OB Kids Menu, which includes smaller drinks, chocolate treats, churros, waffles, crepes, sundaes and shakes. The broad menu also makes Oliver Brown a practical choice for groups with different tastes, whether the visit is centred on dessert, a hot drink or a cold refreshment. Its range of shareable and individual indulgences could work for a casual catch-up, a family outing or a low-key date, while the coffee and tea options suit a solo visit.

The Oliver Brown story began in Belgium in 2009, after the founders discovered the flavour of authentic Belgian chocolate and set out to bring Belgian-inspired chocolates and desserts to Australia. The brand says it imports its chocolate from Belgium and aims to create a relaxed meeting place where people can spend time together over drinks and desserts. In Gungahlin, that translates to a cafe focused on chocolate-led treats, with enough variety to accommodate both dedicated dessert seekers and those simply looking for coffee or a lighter option. Customers should also note that the venue advises all products may contain traces of nuts, gluten and milk because of cross-contamination.