C-17 Café

Amberley QLD 4306, Australia
+61 7 5361 4666
$$$ Cafe
(61 Reviews)

Welcome to C-17 Café, a hidden gem located conveniently on the Amberley Defence Base in Queensland, Australia. This café embodies a unique blend of charm and functionality, serving as a perfect pit stop for service members, staff, and travelers alike. With its close proximity to the Air Movements terminal, C-17 Café ensures you have a cozy place to unwind with delicious coffee and snacks while you await your next flight.

The café prides itself on offering a selection of decent coffee options and an assortment of tasty snacks that cater to both the hurried traveler and those looking to take a moment to relax. Imagine sipping a freshly brewed cup of coffee as you savor the rich, aromatic flavors, and perhaps pairing it with a delightful pastry while you wait for your flight. The outdoor seating area, though weather-dependent, provides a refreshing ambiance to enjoy your drink amidst the natural surroundings – a little breath of fresh air before embarking on your journey.

C-17 Café is not just a stopover; it’s an experience defined by the warmth of its staff. Regular patrons frequently praise customers like Tanya, who serves up every cup of coffee with a smile and a friendly banter. Her exemplary service makes every visit feel special, creating a welcoming environment that softens the occasional frustrations of travel delays, as highlighted by satisfied customers: “Always great service with a smile” and “the staff are nice and friendly,” contributing to a community vibe that is often hard to find in more high-traffic café environments.

While some may find the prices reflective of the café's affiliation with AAFCANS, many agree that the warmth of the staff and the dependable coffee make it a worthy stop. Reviewers like Dan and Luke share relatable tales of waiting on delayed flights, providing a peek into the supportive, laid-back nature of this establishment. It's a comfortable haven where you can escape the hustle, allowing you to recharge before heading out on your next adventure.

So, whether you’re visiting the base for the day or just passing through, let C-17 Café be your trusty companion. Indulge in a cup of coffee that transcends the ordinary and a vibe that feels like home, surrounded by friendly faces that understand the unique challenges of life in transit. Your experience at C-17 will leave you refreshed, re-energized, and eager for your next journey.

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Seating
Table service
Atmosphere
Casual
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
NFC mobile payments
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 01:00 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

61 Reviews
Dan P

04 Oct 2025

Typical AAFCANS pricings and range for a satellite café on base. Location is great, close to the Air Movements terminal for those delayed flights. Outdoor seating is weather dependant.

Luke

27 Sep 2025

Decent coffee and snacks, which is just as well, as you will have plenty of time to suck brews while you wait out the inevitable delays that comes with travelling with service air. The staff are nice and friendly which is nice, because it stops you raging out when your plane goes unservicable so that the crew can make it home at 11 am on a friday.

michael godfrey

24 Sep 2025

Always great service with a smile Tanya is very polite and makes a great cup of coffee. An excellent place to network. I give this cafe five C-17’s.

Phil Marsden

11 Jul 2025

It's still only trashies. Pleasant staff with acceptable coffee if you're in need, with the delightful aroma of burning AVTUR. The added bonus of no swarms of lycra-clad cyclists getting between you and your caffeine. If only certain other bases could follow suit and make more accessible AAFCANS facilities.

Manpreet Singh

13 Jun 2025

Nice coffee for takeaways although all AAFCANS are pricier than regular takeaway shops except coffee. Operating on defence base and providing service to defence personnel should be at discounted rates.

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