Why Australia’s Most Thoughtful Japanese Restaurant Isn’t in a Capital City
INTERVIEWS Kadota’s Chef Patron on leaving Michelin-star Japan for Daylesford, embracing omotenashi hospitality, slow fine dining and seasonal local produce. Discover how Japanese philosophy and regional Victoria combine to redefine Australian dining.
What's On - Events & Specials
French $$$$$
International Women's Day Masterclass hosted by Winnifred's founder Megan Nunn
Winnifred’s, Fortitude Valley
An afternoon of great Champagnes, charcuterie and cheese platters hosted by Winnifred's founder Megan Nunn. This is a celebration of Grower Champagnes - including the extraordinary female Champagne...
Italian $$$$$
CBD Express Lunch Specials
Doughcraft, Brisbane CBD
Take a proper Italian lunch break in the heart of the Brisbane CBD. Enjoy your choice of four handmade pastas ($25), four signature pinzas ($20), or our chef’s main dish ($30). Ideal for corporate ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Early Bird Special
Sage Yellowfin, South Bank
Make the most of your day with Sage Yellowfin’s Early Bird Special. Enjoy 20% off lunch bookings from 11am–12pm daily and 20% off dinner from 5–6pm every day except Saturday. Savour fresh flavours ...
Asian $$$$$
Sunset Platters
Melrose Restaurant and Rooftop Bar, Bulimba
Ease into the weekend with Sunset Platters at Melrose Restaurant. Available Friday to Sunday from 2pm–4pm in the bar area, this relaxed afternoon offering is perfect for catching up with friends ov...
Burger $$$$$
Taco Tuesday at Tippler’s Tap
Tippler's Tap, South Bank
Tuesdays at Tippler’s Tap now mean tacos done properly. Choose from four flavour-packed options and build your own trio for $25, or dive in with a single for $10. Big flavour, cold beers and zero f...
Modern Australian $$$$$ Open Now
Mother's Day Buffet High Tea
dapl Modern Australian, Brisbane CBD
Join us on Sunday, 10 May 2026, from 12pm-2pm for a beautifully curated lunch designed to spoil the most important woman in your life. ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Our Delectable Modern Australian Flavours
Malt Dining, Brisbane CBD
Indulge in our modern Australian menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and expertly crafted dishes. Start with our Mooloolooba tuna, lamb ribs or beef tartare, then savour mains like pork cutl...
Indian $$$$$
Our Hug-in-a-Glass Cocktail
Adda @ Oxford - Soulful Indian Cuisine, Bulimba
Kick off your weekend with our creamy Passionfruit Dream cocktail at Adda @ Oxford. Smooth, tangy and dangerously drinkable, our cocktail is like a hug in a glass with a hint of mischief. One turns...
Recommended
Modern Australian $$$$$
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
Greek $$$$$
That Greek Truck
Brisbane CBD
Brisbane foodies get their souvlaki fix from That Greek Truck, as it trundles around the city serving authentic fare like Yia-Yia makes. Setting up at various venues, markets and festivals, this fo...
Thai $$$$$
Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Perched above Elizabeth Street in Brisbane’s CBD, Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar combines modern sophistication with the vibrant spirit of Thailand. The elegant interior features warm timber tones, so...
Grill $$$$$ Open Now
The Lex
Brisbane CBD
Channelling the verve and spirit of New York City, the birthplace of W Hotels, head to The Lex on North Quay in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD for playful twists on classic dishes. Found on Level Thre...
Chinese $$$$$
HUA
Brisbane CBD
Step into HUA on William Street in the heart of the city, where tradition meets innovation in Brisbane’s premium dining scene. With a menu celebrating Cantonese traditions, this stylish restaurant ...
Japanese $$$$$
Hideki
Brisbane CBD
Tucked into Burnett Lane in the Brisbane CBD, Hideki offers a sophisticated Japanese dining experience centred on the craft of yakitori. Traditional skewered grilling is elevated through carefully ...
Korean $$$$$
SUUM
Brisbane CBD
Discover an intimate dining experience where the cuisine follows the rhythm of the seasons at SUUM on Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Meaning ‘to breathe’ in Korean, this 16-seater...
Asian $$$$$
Longtime Dining
Brisbane CBD
Situated on Queen Street, Brisbane, Longtime Dining offers a contemporary take on traditional Cantonese cuisine in the heart of Queens Plaza. Open seven days a week, the restaurant balances refinem...
Kitchens
The Mediterranean Pantry: Why Preserved Lemons, Chillies, Anchovies & Capers Belong in an Aussie Summer
Stock your kitchen with the bright, salty magic of the Mediterranean. From preserved lemons and pickled chillies to anchovies and capers, discover why preserving suits Aussie Summers and how to sta...
10 Ingredients That Built the Modern Mediterranean Kitchen
Discover the 10 pantry staples shaping today’s Mediterranean cooking - olive oil, garlic, lemons, tomatoes, chickpeas, yoghurt, herbs, feta, olives and grains - plus how they bring sunshine, balanc...
Lemons, Olives & Anchovies: The Holy Trinity of Modern Mediterranean Cooking
Discover why lemons, olives and anchovies are the holy trinity of modern Mediterranean cooking. See how Chefs lean on citrus, briny olives, tinned fish and punchy condiments to create bright, layer...
The Perfect Spritz Hour Snacks: Gilda Skewers, White Anchovies, Olives & Salumi
Set the mood for aperitivo with the ultimate Spritz-hour snacks: punchy Gilda skewers, marinated white anchovies, briny olives, toasted almonds and paper-thin salumi. Easy, salty bites to spark you...
