Markets 

01. For a lifestyle market with a huge range of baked goods and quality meats, head to Saturday Fresh Market in Rocklea, or find all your favourite food trucks selling cuisine from across the globe at Mt Gravatt Street Food on the first Saturday of every month.

Brunch 

02. Need a cup of caffeine to start your day, right? Coffee Supreme in Woolloongabba offers coffee for breakfast — and they do it well. Drop in for the best roasted coffee in Brisbane.

03. Another caffeine contender is Blackstar Coffee Roasters in West End. Once a popular little coffee cart at Davies Park Markets is now a thriving café serving delicious cold-pressed iced coffee and espresso.

04. Of course, it’s not brunch if there aren’t eggs on toast and smashed avocado on the menu. Incorporating an Asian twist into its meals, the quirky Pawpaw Café in Woolloongabba has long been considered one of the best brunch destinations in Brisbane. 

05. Billykart Kitchen specialises in providing unique culinary experiences with every visit. Located in the leafy suburb of Annerley and inspired by seasons and local produce, this suburban gem serves up incredible bunch options, from buttermilk pancakes and chilli crab eggs, to loaded breaky burgers and fish tacos.

06. Lucky Duck in Highgate Hill have got you covered for any time of the day, but breakfast is where they truly shine. In addition to serving some of the best coffee you’ll find in Brisbane, Lucky Duck also serves up a delicious menu packed with crowd favourites like their kimchi and cheese toastie and honey nut granola.

07. Located in the heart of Brisbane's West End, Morning After has been dishing up some of West End’s best breakfast and brunch options for over a decade, from breakfast Nasi Goreng to a chocolate hotcakes for those with a sweet tooth.

08. Overlooking the Wheel of Brisbane, Arbour is a modern, chic and family-friendly all-day eatery in the heart of South Bank. Stop by in the morning for a menu that features beef tacos, pancakes, eggs on toast and breaky burgers.

09. From Thursday to Sunday, one of Highgate Hill’s most popular coffee nooks Dovetail Social features a comforting all-day breakfast menu, with options ranging from adobo bowls and purple yam French toast to chorizo omelettes and breaky bagels.

Lunch 

10. What’s thin, fluffy, and 100% authentic Napoli-style? Just minutes from The Gabba is Superfly Pizza, the ideal spot to sit alfresco in the hidden laneway with a couple of slices.

11. Sandwich specialist Janus Deli are serving up delicious lunch fare in West End. Known for its playful fusion of Korean and American flavours, this West End location is the go-to place for sandwiches and korean fried chicken.

12. With a reputation for truly authentic Mexican cuisine, as well as its relaxed vibe and great tunes, Mama Taco in West End is perfect for a laid-back lunch of margaritas and tacos.

13. If you’re after authentic Asian food, Sunnybank is the place to go. Noodle lovers should head straight to KU-O, a Tokyo-style eatery known for its fresh local produce and excellent noodles.

14. Just metres from the iconic Story Bridge in Kangaroo Point is where you’ll find Sea Legs Brewing Co, an independent Australian craft brewery. There’s no better way to compliment a fresh, ice-cold beer than with an American-style menu. Dive into a huge pile of chicken wings, juicy burgers or hand-stretched pizza, served best with an award-winning pale ale.

15. How does a beef and Guinness pie and a schooner sound? If the answer is fantastic, then you’ll fit right in at The One Mile in Woolloongabba, a bar that provides a more refined experience for the casual sports fan. You can also find a Sunday Roast here, as well as a full Irish breakfast.

16. South/City/SQ is a vibrant precinct found in Woolloongabba. Here your tastebuds will be spoilt for choice with a varied collection of exciting and lively restaurant openings making a stir in the Brisbane dining scene.

17. Yamas in West End’s West Village is a stunning Greek restaurant dishing up hearty Agean fare. Decked out in terrazzo tables, rust-coloured seating and rose marble benches, the atmosphere pairs perfectly well with the mouth-watering plates

18. Located in West End, The Twin has made a name for itself for perfecting the king of all lunch items – the sandwich. Perched on the corner of Vulture Street and Hardgrave Road this local hot spot is busy slinging delicious deli-style sandwiches made on fresh, house-baked bread.

19. Zmirk Co. is a slick cafe in Dutton Park which has quickly made a name for itself, both with locals and beyond, for their relaxed, flavour-driven brunch options which blends Asian and global influences with iconic cafe favourites.

Dinner

20. If you’re feeling a bit fancy, and steak is on the agenda, Rich & Rare is West End's first-ever premium steak and seafood restaurant. Surrounded by lush greenery in the buzzing West Village precinct, this is the place for those who appreciate the flavours, textures and character of produce, especially of prime beef with provenance and quality.

21. Do flavours from Thailand’s Isan region get your mouth watering? Boo’s Kitchen in Woolloongabba is for you. This family-run restaurant is full of charm and offers a variety of dishes that owner and head Chef Book enjoys sharing with her own family and friends. Boo’s menu tip? Be adventurous!

22. If provincial Italian fare is on your mind, 1889 Enoteca is happy to provide. Set within elegant vintage surroundings, this unique Roman restaurant in Woolloongabba serves exceptional handmade pasta, as well as its renowned pork and fennel sausage gnocchi. Fun fact - ‘Enoteca’ means ‘wine library’ so you’ll also have the finest wine list in Brisbane to choose from.

23. How about a neighbourhood Spanish tapas restaurant? Botellon Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar in Graceville has quickly become a local favourite. Specialising in Spanish cuisine made with specially imported ingredients, the food blends beautifully with a glass of wine in the alfresco street dining setting.

24. What is more comforting than fresh, woodfired pizza? Head for moody Woolloongabba restaurant Little G, where a rotating menu features reimagined slices like nothing you've ever tasted before, and even the regular slices are a cut above the rest.

25. When it comes to Pizza, Brisbane truly is spoilt for choice. A local favourite in South Brisbane is Julius, where the pizza is only outdone by the pasta.

26. At Clarence in Fish Lane, the menu is flexible and the product is fresh. Serving up its signature casual fine dining ethos in a truly sleek space, the team at Clarence have placed their focus on creating a restaurant that is seafood-forward, produce-obsessed and built for sharing.

27. Serving East-Asian cuisine with a love of Chinese tradition, and pouring wines  that pair perfectly, South Brisbane hotspot Southside is a vibrant eatery taking centre stage in the leafy corner of Fish Lane.

28. Sibling to Julius and Bar Brutus, Bar Rosa in Fish Lane offers a selection of small Italian-inspired plates alongside a concise wine list of Italian drops. Expect hand-crafted pasta, a seasonal menu and bright flavours.

29. Venner is a contemporary Australian restaurant in West End that’s guided by Scandinavian principles. Here, the chefs cook with Nordic discipline and an Australian respect for produce. At Venner, ingredients lead, technique follows, and only the very best elements reach your plate.

30. El Planta offers a completely plant based menu of flavour packed Mexican cuisine, with a beloved margarita menu to pair. Vegan or not, you’ll find plenty to tempt you on this menu where everything is made from scratch.

Drinks 

31. For a little je ne sais quoi, the classy Ooh La La Rooftop Bar (sitting above C’est Bon restaurant) offers the ultimate French flair alongside a crisp glass of Champagne, indulgent cocktails, and stunning views. Dine here for an intimate open-air terrace date night.

32. Consistently excellent cocktails in a warm and homely space can be found at the award-winning Canvas Club, a vintage-inspired treasure in the heart of Woolloongabba. With share boards and tapas items to choose from, as well as a secret fairy-lit beer garden out back, small group catchups here hit the spot. 

33. Tucked away in an upstairs bar above Electric Avenue is Mrs. J. Rabbits. Pop here for a bespoke cocktail or luxurious liquor nightcap. If you need help finding the front door, might we suggest checking the wardrobe...

34. For a taste of West End’s counterculture, wander into The End, a much-loved bar with a charming, industrial-chic vibe. This is great place to be if you’re flying solo and want to make some friends. Make sure to try one of their incredibly creative cocktails, or their very own Rainbow Beer.

35. Straight out of Europe and into Fish Lane in South Brisbane, Bar Brutus makes the perfect spot for a post-work drink; a cosy spot to park yourself before a meal, or to sip an amaro and watch the world pass by.

36. Good things come in small packages, and South Brisbane hole-in-the-wall bar Maker is no exception. Tucked away in Fish Lane, step into this small bar with big flavours for an unforgettable experience. Insider tip: Maker only accept walk-ins, and there’s just 20 seats, so if you’re keen on checking this place out, we suggest getting there early!

37. Just like the heritage-listed space it occupies, Maeve Wine Bar in South Brisbane (which is also an incredible restaurant) radiates elegance and class with its continental-inspired menu and classic European and Australian wine list. But don’t let its European elegance and timeless selection of bottles fool you – this place is far from pretentious, with bar staff who are keen to introduce you to something new.

38. If knocking back a few cold ones in a moody bar isn’t your idea of a good time, might we suggest Lina Rooftop Bar, where the drinks are only out done by the view. Sitting sky high in South Brisbane, Lina combines French Riviera-inspired sophistication with unparalleled rooftop views of the city skyline.

39. Slipstream Brewing are a small but passionate team brewing some of the freshest beers on tap including rotating limited edition features. Located in Yeerongpilly, this suburban haunt features both indoor and outdoor seating areas, a children's play area, an open kitchen with a woodfired pizza oven and some of the city’s best beers on tap.

40. The Charming Squire is a vibrant bar, restaurant and microbrewery situated in bustling South Bank. Inspired by Australia’s first brewer, the rascal and the rogue James Squire, the Charming Squire offers the full Squire’s core range and seasonal in-house brews, all complemented by a menu of food that’s a cut above your average bar staples.