brisbanes dining scene:
New openings
Are you ready for a culinary exploration in Brisbane? Well, you’re in luck, Brisbane is home to a plethora of new and awe-inspiring restaurants, bars and cafes that will have you craving more. Be spoilt for choice with farm-fresh produce to vibrant cuisine-specific eateries, or dine at a renowned restaurant or rooftop bar overlooking stunning surrounds.
Restaurants
Queen’s Wharf, Brisbane City
Queen’s Wharf has a spectacular line up of restaurants, bars and cafes that will intrigue and amaze. Catering to all appetites, guests are spoilt for choice. Choose from award-winning steak and seafood fare from Black Hide, authentic French cuisine Pompette, Latin American x Asian-fusion Azteca, vibrant South-East Asian Luc Lac. Honest Italian at Cucina Regina, South-East Asian inspired Fat Noodle, cutting-edge Japanese at Sokyo and unexpected Mediterranean cuisine at Dark Shepard. You can also find sky-high destinations like Aloria serving European dishes that feature Australian charm. Explore Brisbane’s delectable dining scene at Queen’s Wharf.
Stilts, Kangaroo Point Green Bridge
Step inside Queensland’s fist restaurant on a brigde. Perched high above the river on the Kangaroo Point Bridge, this unique location offers incredible views from every seatand serves up modern Australian steak and seafood dishes. Find quality and locally sourced ingredients curated into delicate and delicious plates.
Penelope, Fortitude Valley
European supper club meets modern speakeasy at this new Fortitude Valley hotspot. Indulge in sumptuous eats, decadent cocktails and the twinkle of the gold disco ball as the night falls and the DJ starts spinning.
The Beaumont, Fortitude Valley
Meet Brisbane’s newest rooftop beer garden, The Beaumont. With a breezy, laid-back decor, flowing beers on tap, a glistening pool to relax by, live DJs and spritzes to boot, this is the perfect Brisbane haunt for your sundowners.
Wang Chung, Manly
Pan-Asian dishes, modern Asian inspired cocktails and an ocean breeze can all be found at Manly’s Wang Chung. This open-aired restaurant is serving a seafood focused menu to pair with its ideal location by the Manly boat harbour, it’s the perfect location to sit on a wasabi margarita and share dumplings.
Hideki, Brisbane City
Fusing modern elements of traditional Japanese cooking with a modern and innovative spin on flavours. Hideki, tucked down Burnett Lane, is a hidden oasis within the hustle and bustle of The City that transports your taste buds all the way to Japan.
The Fifty Six, Brisbane City
Modern Cantonese dining at Fifty Six offers a refined dining experience featuring fresh, balanced and elegant dishes. Find a range of dim sum, soups, and many traditional dishes with a modern twist.
Osso Bar Italia, Brisbane City
A fresh Italian restaurant in The City, Osso Bar Italia is offering a refined-casual design and food. Italian favourites are prepared in Ossa’s charcoal oven where the chefs are not afraid to use open flame to intensify the flavour.
Marble Korean Steakhouse, Portside WharfMarble Korean Steakhouse
Elevating the traditional Korean barbeque experience, Marble Korean Steakhouse, invites guests into an immersive dining experience that combines the deep, smoky flavours of Seoul with the finesse of high-end grilling at their sleek and elegant venue.
Layla, West End
Layla promises an aromatic feast for the senses, championing local Queensland produce and drawing inspiration from a diverse array of exotic subcontinent and Middle Eastern influences developed by renowned chef and restaurateur, Shane Delia.
August, West End
Once a church, now a modern restaurant, August is a European inspired restaurant that is set to pleasantly surprise many. Previous head chef of Bar Francine, Brad Cooper and his wife have refurbished the old church with love, and are ready to welcome everyone in this redefined yet approachable atmosphere.
Doughcraft, Brisbane City
Bakery by day and restaurant by night, Doughcraft is a unique space that transforms as the sun goes down. Embark on an Italian-inspired culinary journey as you indulge in your favourite croissants, pasta and tiramisu.
Central, Brisbane City
Discover the unexpected in this edgy and cool underground basement dumpling bar, Central. Found below in the Picadilly Arcade building in the centre of Brisbane City, is a new subterranean dumpling bar, inspired by Hong Kong’s culinary scene. This unique space along with the attentive service and delicious dishes will have you leaving with a full tummy, and great memories.
Attimi, Paddington
An intimate 28-seat restaurant is centred around the Italian word ‘Attimi’ meaning ‘moments’ and means to focus on the here and now. This incredibly unique and intricately thought-out degustation menus is one that every foodie must try. Start small with the eight-course menu or enjoy the full dining adventure with a twelve-course experience.
Dumbo, Northshore
Classic American street style food in a 90’s American inspired diner, add Dumbo to your must-visit list when you’re craving a burger. Don’t worry about your vegan friends because Dumbo has it all, with a plant-based burger, wings and more.
Mademoiselle, Portside Wharf
An old school Parisian bistro home to classic French cuisine is located on Portside Wharf in Hamilton. You can find authentic French food, delicious cocktails, and a relaxed atmosphere at Mademoiselle.
Hizola’s Kitchen and Bar, Fortitude Valley
Celebrating modern and lively Cantonese cuisine, light and fresh ingredients are used to emphasise the inherent flavours, utilising cooking methods such stir-frying and steaming to create dishes that respect ageless customs in a modern spin.
Café Disco, West End
A funky new café-wine bar has opened in West End offering breakfast, lunch and dinner across the week. Café Disco’s design encompasses styling inspiration from the Iranian migration on Southeast Asia whilst ensuring a living room type feel where one feels at home friends.
Bars
Goros, Fortitude Valley
Step out of Brisbane and into heartbeat of Tokyo’s nightlife atGoros. Have the time of your life as the drinks start to slow the karaoke begins as you journey to the other side of the world.
Mulga Bill’s, Green Point Bridge
Serving grab and go coffee and pastries along with a great menu selection for lunch, this casual dining venue is the perfect casual meeting place with unrivalled riverfront views.
+81 Aizome, West End
Experience a Japanese inspired bar with deep blue interior features and inventive cocktails at +81 Aizome’s bar in West End. The Aizome bar is also featuring a selection of the upcoming dishes that will be offered at the +81 restaurant in the near future.
BY.ARTISANS, West End
BY.ARTISANS is a sophisticated distillery, bar, and creative community space nestled in a bright and airy repurposed warehouse. It offers a unique blend of handcrafted spirits and innovative cocktails made from sustainably sourced ingredients including the eucalyptus leaves from Brisbane’s Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Stickybeak, Woolloongabba
An innovative wine tasting experience in Woolloongabba opens an opportunity for you to try premium wines normally sold by the bottle, to be indulged by 25ml-150ml glasses. The in-built wine dispensing technology ensures that the quality of wine remains at its highest to be enjoyed with small plates.
Wild Legs, Newstead
A funky new wine bar, serving rare and unique varietals with the likes of organic, biodynamic, natural and simply exceptional wines. Wild Legs will also be serving up European bites to pair with your wine of choice.
Stans, Howard Smith Wharves
On the second floor of Stanley restaurant, you will find hidden gem, Stan’s. A little slice of old-world Hong Kong, with a modern twist, you can enjoy Cantonese-inspired snacks and specially crafted cocktails.
B-SIDE, Howard Smith Wharves
Get a little taste of Japan in the heart of Brisbane in this hidden bar on top of Yoko Restaurant with a Japanese back-alley inspiration. Enjoy Japanese flavours through small plates like, sashimi, chicken kaarage and so much more.
Barry Parade, Fortitude Valley
A cosy neighbourhood bar oozing charm with wood finishes, comfort food, local brews and wines, and takeaway options for those who don’t want the night to end just yet.
Cafés
Evra Marketplace, Newstead
Brisbane’s newest paddock to plate café with a unique breakfast bar, smoothie heaven and a small grocer all offering high quality and local produce. Evra Marketplace is buzzing with locals and travellers alike, as the rooftop farm, delicious simplicity and vibrant colours bring a unique freshness to the café scene.
Bubble Boy, Newstead
Bubble Boy serves freshly squeezed cold-pressed juices, flavourful smoothies and matchat with health front of mind. Ensuring every drink has rich and organic ingredients, a dedicated wellness purpose and is sustainable, all whilst tasting delicious.
Speed Dial Coffee, Newstead
A cosy shipping container located near Breakfast Creek in Newstead, Speed Dial Coffee, is serving smooth coffee, pastries and toasties all morning. This sun-soaked location is focussed on making a small menu the best that it can be, so everyone has access to great coffee.
Nos Bakehouse, Dutton Park
Asian inspired sandos and sweets are the go-toat Nos Bakehouse in Dutton Park. This homely café can be found if you just look for the flower painted walls to find a whole new world of flavour.
Tom’s Kitchen, West End
Tom’s Kitchen brings people together over exceptional coffee, fresh produce, and a vibrant café culture—whether you're grabbing a house-made meal to go or settling in for a relaxed brunch with a coffee in hand. Indulge in their menu of seasonal produce from the region’s finest suppliers, artisanal bread and a refined cafe atmosphere.
The Hills, Morningside
Your new favourite destination to eat, drink, and play is here, on the Brisbane River bank of Morningside. With an onsite coffee roastery, brewery and restaurant, this sunny al-fresco destination is a perfect for any time of day.
Baker D. Chirico, Newstead
Brisbane has scored yet another incredible bakery, this one, focussing in on fresh and delectable bread, sandwiches and of course sweet treats. The modern yet unique interior paired with the European inspired cabinet of goodies is home to your next breakfast, lunch or snack.
Sarni, Ascot
Made fresh to order, chunky and full sandwiches that will make your mouth water can be found in Ascot. They aren’t shy on their fillings, not with their service – pop in to say ‘hi’ to the staff and grab yourself a big ol’ sarni while you’re at it.
Coming Soon
Restaurants
Taboo, Foritude Valley
Brisbane loves a rooftop bar and good food, and Taboo in Fortitude Valley is ready to serve both. This lush rooftop restaurant with a modern fit-out a green finishes is set to serve up delicious Thai inspired dishes and drinks.
Gigi’s Osteria, Newstead
Get ready for a new Italian eatery offering woodfired pizzas, refined yet generous pastas, delectable main dishes and both Italian and Australian drops.
Donnies, Teneriffe
An NYC-inspired pizza joint serving by the slice is set to open on the leafy streets of Teneriffe. Expect classic cocktails and endless good vibes.
Bars
The Wright House, Woolloongabba
The Wright House will be serving up an Australian pub atmosphere mixed with American nuance both present in the decor and in the menu. As for the drinks, Aether Brewing beers will be poured alongside classic cocktails, plenty of spirits and Australian wine.
Dark Blue, Fortitude Valley
A new cosy bar is making its way to Fortitude Valley, as the owner of Dark Red is opens sister venue in Winn Lane named Dark Blue. You’ll be able to find a selection of wine sourced from Portugal, Spain and Argentina alongside a range of cocktails yet to be uncovered.
