Where to Dine on New Year’s Eve 2025: 5 Unmissable Celebrations to Welcome 2026
DINING Ring in 2026 at Australia’s dazzling NYE dining destinations: Atria Melbourne, Gracie’s at Flowerdale Estate, Wintergarden Hydro Majestic, Tuileries Rutherglen and 360Q Queenscliff. Menus, live music, fireworks and views - book now before they sell out.
What's On - Events & Specials
Deli $$$$$
Ultimate Adult Happy Meal Launch
Joe's Deli, Fortitude Valley
Joe’s Deli are now serving up the ultimate Adult Happy Meal, just in time for summer. Build your perfect combo from $32 with your choice of sanga or hot dog, any side and a drink. Think lobster rol...
Grill $$$$$
Say Goodbye to 2025
The Lex, Brisbane CBD
Two experiences, one night where Brisbane warmth meets NYC's glistening lights and unapologetic energy. Feast on sophisticated crowd favourites and refined grill classics, sip Champagne, and take ...
Japanese $$$$$
New 58pp Banquet
Ippin Japanese Dining, West End
Available from 29 December, our seasonal banquet celebrates the flavours of a Japanese summer: fresh, bright, and beautifully balanced. 7 Courses Include: • Spicy Edamame • Green Salad - with...
Cafe $$$$$
All Day Brunch
Odins Hollow, Wooloowin
Satisfy cravings anytime at Odins Hollow with a line up of comforting favourites. Enjoy perfectly cooked bacon & eggs on toast, creamy avocado & feta toast, the hearty Big ‘O’ sandwich, or a golden...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Celebrate at The Fourth Monkey
The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill, South Brisbane
Make your next celebration unforgettable at The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill. From intimate dinners to full-venue takeovers, enjoy bold flavours, vibrant spaces and tailored menus for wedding...
Greek $$$$$
Your New Go-To Greek Hangout
That Greek Truck, Brisbane CBD
Looking for the perfect spot to catch up and enjoy great food? That Greek Place at Olympic kicks off Saturday 06 December! From juicy souvlaki and cosy meze to homemade Greek favourites, we’ve got ...
Brazilian $$$$$
Taste Brazil at Augusta
Augusta, Brisbane CBD
Experience authentic Brazilian flavours at Augusta on North Quay, Brisbane CBD. Inspired by São Paulo’s vibrant Augusta Street, enjoy a sensory journey with pulsating Brazilian music and traditiona...
Italian $$$$$
Bar Gusto's Lunch Menu
Bar Gusto, Bowen Hills
Enjoy a delicious Italian lunch at Gusto! Start with antipasti like pumpkin & ricotta arancini, calamari fritti, or classic bruschetta. Choose from a range of pizzas, including Margherita, Diavola,...
Recommended
Modern Australian $$$$$
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Malt Dining
Brisbane CBD
A dining experience like no other awaits guests at Malt Dining on Market Street in the heart of Brisbane city. This rustic, chic fine dining venue spans three levels of a converted market building,...
Italian $$$$$
Massimo Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Eat, live and enjoy at Brisbane dining destination, Massimo Restaurant & Bar in the Riverside Centre on Eagle Street. This sophisticated venue on the boardwalk level has a prestigious waterfront po...
Thai $$$$$
Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Perched above Elizabeth Street in Brisbane’s CBD, Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar combines modern sophistication with the vibrant spirit of Thailand. The elegant interior features warm timber tones, so...
Modern Australian
Strangers’ Restaurant at Queensland Parliament
Brisbane CBD
Visit Parliament House on the corner of George and Alice Streets in Brisbane and enjoy lunch or dinner at Strangers’ Restaurant. Expect a quintessential Queensland dining experience, featuring Mode...
Greek $$$$$
Opa Bar & Mezze
Brisbane CBD
Santorini vibes set on the Brisbane River await at Opa Bar & Mezze on Eagle Street in the heart of the CBD. Shouted with passion at Greek celebrations, ‘Opa’ is an expression usually accompanied by...
Chinese $$$$$
HUA
Brisbane CBD
Step into HUA on William Street in the heart of the city, where tradition meets innovation in Brisbane’s premium dining scene. With a menu celebrating Cantonese traditions, this stylish restaurant ...
Korean $$$$$
SUUM
Brisbane CBD
Discover an intimate dining experience where the cuisine follows the rhythm of the seasons at SUUM on Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Meaning ‘to breathe’ in Korean, this 16-seater...
Kitchens
How Chef Silvia Colloca Brings Italian Christmas Magic to Australia
Chef Silvia Colloca brings Italian Christmas magic to Australia, sharing festive family rituals, Nonna’s cinnamon doughnuts, panettone mornings and classic dishes - plus the story behind her new Es...
Proteins of the Future: How Crickets, Cultured Meat & Koji Can Elevate Your New Year’s Eve Menu
The future of fine dining - crickets, cultured seafood, mycelium meats and koji. Learn how these innovative, sustainable proteins can bring style, flavour and sophistication to your New Year’s Eve ...
The Cold Course Comeback: When Entrées Are Cooler Than the Main
Discover the rise of chilled, prep-ahead entrées - from marinated mussels to cured trout with finger lime. Explore how cool, vibrant starters elevate lunch service while keeping the kitchen calm an...
The Long Lunch Drinks Cart: The Ideal Line-up for a Four-hour Feast
Create the perfect long lunch drinks cart with bubbles, serve-yourself cocktail stations, clever glassware hacks and tips on what not to serve at 1 pm. Elevate your four-hour feast with effortless ...
