Cafe Mimosa

Cafe Mimosa, taken in the 1920's before the verandah was added above the front of the cafe. Maryborough Family History Pinterest Collection Cafes

The Mimosa or Cafe Mimosa has been a popular hang out spot for locals up until recently. Anne Scheu – Engagement Officer, State Library of Queensland has posted a blog about this lovely cafe. Even in the 70s bands would play in the cafe and a reader remembers her teenage sisters going to the Mimosa to chat and listen to music.
  

The SLQ blog tells us Brothers Jim (Dimitris Anargeros) and George Andronicus and their families built their position in the township based on the tradition that people “go where they get quality, lowest prices, prompt attention, civility and cleanliness”. Café Mimosa had a reception lounge above the café which was large enough to host sporting teams, wedding receptions, musical events and the Philharmonic choir during its practice sessions.

  

Irene Andronicus with her children, Katie, Ada and Mary, behind Cafe Mimosa Counter, Maryborough, 1930. From 32173 Andronicus Family photographs. John Oxley Library, State Library of Queensland. Image 32173-0001-0011.

Read the full State Library of Queensland blog here 

Do you remember the cafe?
Do you have any photographs of events held there?

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