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Brisbane Restaurants

The best restaurants in Brisbane will tantalise your taste buds. For the foodie, there is something for everyone to enjoy from upscale restaurants to inventive street food. As a result of its pleasant climate, vibrant local street art and rapidly improving food scene, this city is quickly becoming one of Australia's most popular tourist destinations. Brisbane's cafes, restaurants, breweries, food trucks and pubs offer a wide variety of excellent food options if you are planning a trip to the city. No idea where to begin your search? We will explore Brisbane's favourite go-to restaurants, whether it is breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Signature Tasting Menu$115ppExperience our new Signature Tasting Menu—an elegant six-course journey through the flavours of Southern France and the Basque region. Showcasing local produce and customer favourites, it's perfect...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Riverfire at Firma ItalianRooftop views!Enjoy a luxurious Italian-inspired banquet paired with a three-hour all-inclusive beverage package and breathtaking poolside views as the night sky lights up over Brisbane.
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
A Taste of Australia’s Wild Heart At Deer Duck Bistro5-Course DegustationDeer Duck Bistro invites you to an exclusive 5-course degustation on August 21, celebrating Australia's diverse ecosystems. Each dish is inspired by rivers, forests, seas, and plains, featuring nat...
Attimi by Dario Manca

Attimi by Dario Manca

Italian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Paddington

14 Chef Hat Award
Live in the present moment and embrace the here and now at Attimi by Dario Manca on Given Terrace in Paddington. This intimate 28-seater restaurant boasts a modern European-inspired look with vibra...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen

The Balfour Kitchen

Vietnamese   $$$$$   Open Now

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
Escape the bustle of the city at charming and serene The Balfour Kitchen on Balfour Street in New Farm. Set in a beautiful Queenslander, guests can dine on the verandah, enjoy relaxed gatherings un...
Perspective Dining

Perspective Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Perspective Dining: The Journey ContinuesBook Now!The next phase of the Perspective Dining journey has arrived—refined, immersive, and distinctly Australian. Experience innovative cuisine at @perspective_dining or host an exclusive event at @eucal...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Spring Hill

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing harmony, unity and binding people together through food is the aim of Komeyui Japanese restaurant on Wharf Street in Brisbane. Hailing from a fishing village in Hokkaido, Executive Chef an...
Ramona Trattoria

Ramona Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Coorparoo

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing the best of Italy to Coorparoo, discerning foodies head to Ramona Trattoria on Leicester Street. Inspired by deep-seated culinary traditions and with a name meaning ‘protector', Ramona bre...
Takashiya

Takashiya

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

South Bank

13 Chef Hat Award
Winter has arrived at TakashiyaBook Now!Step into the season with our new winter Omakase Menu, where the flavours are deeper, richer, and crafted for comfort. Featured here: Alaskan King Crab and Yuba Chawanmushi, crowned with luxurious ...
"Readers' Choice 2020 - Fine Dining"
Bacchus

Bacchus

High Tea   $$$$$   Opens Tue 6:30 AM

South Bank

14 Chef Hat Award
Buffet BreakfastSeven DaysOur full buffet breakfast features a delicious selection of hot and cold favourites, with a focus on fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Indulge in free-range eggs, crispy bacon, roasted tomatoes, ...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:30 PM

Bowen Hills

14 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Montrachet on King Street in Bowen Hills delights the palate with a seasonal French menu and an extensive French wine list in a bistro setting. This discerning Brisbane dining destination delivers ...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

12 Chef Hat Award
Bottomless Long LunchEvery Friday-SaturdaySavor a delicious banquet paired with a 1.5 - 2-hour beverage package featuring sparkling, wine and beer, starting at just from 88pp
La Boca Bar and Grill Brisbane
Christmas Buffet at La Boca BrisbaneLunch & Dinner AvailableCelebrate Christmas Season at La Boca Bar and Grill with a festive buffet lunch or dinner for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day featuring traditional roasts, fresh seafood, fire-grilled Asado me...
The 203

The 203

Steak   $$$$$   Opens Tue 5:00 PM

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
Pressed for time?Wednesdays and ThursdaysDiscover our express lunch available Wednesdays and Thursdays for just $50 per person. Delight in a curated two-course menu featuring options like cappellacci filled with roasted pumpkin and buffal...
Zesty Lemon Cafe

Zesty Lemon Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Deception Bay

Warm up your winter at Zesty Lemon Cafe!Come visit us today!Nestled in the heart of Deception Bay, our cozy haven is serving up steaming lattes made with love. Picture yourself wrapped in the inviting aroma of fresh coffee, soft sunlight streaming through ...
WINES FROM AROUND THE WORLDBook a table todayFor the newcomer and the connoisseur - Adela Wine Bar truly has something for everyone! With over 150 hand-selected local and international wines to choose from, we promise you'll find something to...
Backstage Pass Banquet $55 ppGet ready for a flavour-packed feast at Mr Mista with the Backstage Pass Banquet – just $55 pp! Dive into bold bites like adobo dynamite spring rolls, Hainanese chicken salad and your choice of bao...
Merge Pan-Asian Yakitori Bar

Merge Pan-Asian Yakitori Bar

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens Tue 10:00 AM

Wilston

SIZZLE INTO FLAVOR at Merge Pan-Asian Yakitori BarBook Now!Sizzle into flavour at Merge Pan-Asian Yakitori Bar, where smoky, juicy skewers are grilled to perfection over authentic binchotan charcoal. Enjoy tender meats, fire-kissed veggies, and bold, satis...
Zazu Dining Room & Bar

Zazu Dining Room & Bar

Fusion   $$$$$   Opens Tue 11:30 AM

West End

Shuck Yeah! $2 Oysters & $20 BubblesJoin us every Saturday from 3 pm to 5.30 pm for our Shuck Yeah! afternoon special: $2 freshly shucked oysters, $3 Kilpatrick oysters, $20 per glass Piper Heidsieck French Champagne. Whether you’re ...
"2019 Readers' Choice Winner: Coffee"
Preece's at the Jetty

Preece's at the Jetty

Cafe   $$$$$   Open Now

Redcliffe

Winter Mornings at Preece’s Visit Us Today!Crisp winter mornings call for the perfect combo — a warm cup of barista-made coffee and a freshly baked croissant from Preece’s at the Jetty. Nestled by the water in QLD, our café is the ideal spo...