Must-see restaurants in Brisbane & Around

  • Pearl Cafe

    Brisbane

    Euro-spirited Pearl is one of Brisbane's best-loved weekend brunch spots, with freshly baked cakes on the counter and beautiful cafe fare on the menu…

  • Sea Fuel

    Brisbane

    The only thing missing is a beach at Sea Fuel, one of Brisbane's best fish-and-chip pedlars. It's a polished, modern spot, with distressed timber…

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    Kettle & Tin

    Brisbane

    Behind its picket fence, homey Kettle & Tin serves up tasty cafe grub. Breakfast standards like smashed avo share the spotlight with less ubiquitous…

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    Strauss

    Brisbane

    Strauss shrugs off its corporate surrounds with low-key, Brooklyn-esque cool and a neighbourly vibe. Head in for quick-fix banana bread, or settle in for…

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    Mary Mae's

    Brisbane

    Squint and the Brisbane River becomes the Mississippi at this airy waterfront eatery. Pine for NOLA over lighter versions of buttermilk fried chicken,…

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    Little Loco

    Brisbane

    This little New Farm local keeps peeps healthy with dishes such as the Green Bowl, a tasty, feel-great combo of kale, spinach, broccolini, feta,…

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    Miel Container

    Brisbane

    Miel flips delicious, rustic burgers from its red shipping-container locale. Options span the globe, with everything from tandoori-chicken and mozzarella…

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    Smoke BBQ

    Brisbane

    The smell of hickory hangs heavy in the air at this US-style BBQ joint. Lust over tender short ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken and lamb, all smoked…

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    Chouquette

    Brisbane

    The best patisserie this side of Toulouse? Something to think about as you grab a coffee and a bag of the namesake chouquettes (small choux pastries…

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    Siam Square Thai

    Brisbane

    Straight-up Thai classics in a prominent corner location in New Farm. Watch the eclectic local parade of gay guys, shuffling winos and the odd Italian…

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    Vue

    Brisbane

    Equal parts cafe, bistro and burger joint, Vue covers a lot of bases well. Start the day on a tropical note with mango and coconut chia pudding, live a…

  • Varias

    Brisbane & Around

    Stanthorpe's finest restaurant by a country mile, Varias sees student chefs from the adjunct Queensland College of Wine Tourism (QCWT) hone their culinary…

  • Sofra

    Brisbane & Around

    Toowoomba's favourite Turk draws the crowds with its cosy, homely vibe and gorgeous Ottoman flavours. Feast on generous mezze-style peynirli sigara böreği…

  • Phatburgers

    Brisbane & Around

    Using local, grass-fed beef, chipper Phat plates up brilliant, juicy burgers like the Morning Glory, packed with 110g of succulent rump, bacon, egg,…

  • La Macelleria

    Brisbane

    After opening their first gelateria in an old butcher's shop in Bologna (La Macelleria means 'The Butchery'), Italians Matteo Zini and Matteo Casone…

  • E'cco

    Brisbane

    Years on, E’cco remains one of the state's gastronomic highlights. Polished yet personable staff deliver beautifully balanced, visually arresting dishes,…

  • Il Posto

    Brisbane

    Plot your next Italian adventure at this neighbourhood stalwart, known for its soulful pasta dishes and thin-crust pizzas. Pizzas come either rosse or…

  • Tide Wine Bar

    Brisbane & Around

    Right over the water, modern, breezy Tide will have you sipping lattes, vino, beer or a peach Bellini while gazing out at envy-inducing yachts. Food…

  • Byblós

    Brisbane

    A slice of contemporary Beirut by the Brisbane River, Byblós specialises in Lebanese and Mediterranean edibles. While service can be a little hit-and-miss…

  • Felix for Goodness

    Brisbane

    Spruced-up Felix channels Melbourne with its laneway locale, industrial fit-out and effortlessly cool vibe. Produce-driven, all-day-brunch dishes might…

  • Double Shot

    Brisbane

    With its button-cute porch and manicured hedge, laid-back Double Shot is a hit with the locals. Join the New Farm crew for good coffee, homemade coconut…

  • Lefkas Taverna

    Brisbane

    Sage Brisbanites snub Brisbane's hipper, pricier Greek hotspots for this suburban stalwart. Light-filled and refreshingly unpretentious, its classic…

  • Bahn Mi Now

    Brisbane

    Vietnamese-born Ashleigh Ng heads this hole-in-the-wall takeaway, pumping out affordable, mouth-watering Vietnamese-style sandwiches under a neon-pink…

  • El Attar

    Brisbane & Around

    Toowoomba may be a long way from Egypt, but sprawling El Attar brings it significantly closer with its heady Arabic music, bold colours and authentic…

  • Fundies Wholefood Market

    Brisbane

    An organic food store and holistic cafe combined, this is the place to stock up on wholesome groceries before tucking into feel-good grub like scrambled…

  • Junk Asian

    Brisbane & Around

    One of several trendy eateries at the Walton Stores redevelopment, this casually hip Pan-Asian place is the brainchild of two-hatted chef Tony Kelly…

  • Anouk

    Brisbane

    What was once an apothecary is now a casually chic Paddington cafe, adorned with bay windows, oh-so-French bentwood chairs and spinning ceiling fans…

  • Gelateria Cremona

    Brisbane

    Cremona peddles authentic, preservative-free gelato famous across the city. Flavours are fresh and real, ranging from Dutch chocolate and cappuccino, to…

  • Betty's Burgers

    Brisbane

    Noosa's boutique burger chain is now flipping patties in hot, hip Newstead. Sporting Betty's trademark beach-shack look, its coveted, juicy burgers…

  • Wilde Kitchen

    Brisbane

    Chow guilt-free at this lean, low-key cafe, where everything on the menu is paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free. Kickstart the AM with warm…

  • Himalayan Cafe

    Brisbane

    Awash with prayer flags, this highly atmospheric neighbourhood stalwart pulls in the punters with its authentic Tibetan and Nepalese dishes, from phali …

  • Kiss the Berry

    Brisbane

    Overlooking South Bank Parklands is this upbeat açaí bar, serving fresh, tasty bowls of the organic super-food in various combinations. Our favourite is…

  • Island Fruit Barn

    Brisbane & Around

    On Dunwich's main strip, free-spirited Island Fruit Barn is a casual little congregation of tables with tasty breakfasts, salads, sandwiches, spinach pies…

  • Remy's

    Brisbane

    Peeps across the city love Remy's for its neighbourhood vibe, outdoor deck and great-value burger deals: two-for-one burgers (Sundays from 3.30pm to 6…

  • Ramen Danbo

    Brisbane

    Japanese pop and a chorus of 'Irasshaimase!' greet punters at this casual, upbeat Japanese import. The cult-status pork-bone tonkotsu is lifted by a house…

  • Billykart West End

    Brisbane

    Brisbane-based celeb chef Ben O'Donoghue heads Billykart, a slick yet casual eatery where billykart blueprints and faux Queenslander veneers salute local…

  • Blue Room Cafe

    Brisbane & Around

    Looking straight off the set of Aussie surf-side soap Home & Away, this youthful, beach-shack-chic cafe has a small al fresco terrace and a counter of…

  • Fishes at the Point

    Brisbane & Around

    Super-casual Fishes serves top-notch fish and chips, plus other surf staples like seafood chowder and salt-and-pepper calamari. A short list of breakfast…

  • Gip’s

    Brisbane & Around

    Occupying the billiard room of historic Clifford House (1860), Gip's is one of Toowoomba's fancier dining options. The lunch menu includes a daily special…

  • Rufus King Seafoods

    Brisbane & Around

    For reasonably priced local fish and seafood, stop by this family-run fishmonger. You'll find everything from fresh fish fillets and Moreton Bay bugs to…

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