Smoke Signals: How Benjamin Liew Built a Restaurant Empire from Fire and Feeling
NEWS Charcoal smoke, fermented depth and the quiet discipline of old-school technique — Benjamin Liew’s cooking is built on memory as much as mastery. Born in Penang, Malaysia, where hawker culture pulses through daily life, Liew grew up surrounded by fire, fragrance and fearless flavour.
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Italian $$$$$ Open Now
CBD Express Lunch Specials
Doughcraft, Brisbane CBD
Take a proper Italian lunch break in the heart of the Brisbane CBD. Enjoy your choice of four handmade pastas ($25), four signature pinzas ($20), or our chef’s main dish ($30). Ideal for corporate ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Early Bird Special
Sage Yellowfin, South Bank
Make the most of your day with Sage Yellowfin’s Early Bird Special. Enjoy 20% off lunch bookings from 11am–12pm daily and 20% off dinner from 5–6pm every day except Saturday. Savour fresh flavours ...
Burger $$$$$
Taco Tuesday at Tippler’s Tap
Tippler's Tap, South Bank
Tuesdays at Tippler’s Tap now mean tacos done properly. Choose from four flavour-packed options and build your own trio for $25, or dive in with a single for $10. Big flavour, cold beers and zero f...
Modern Australian $$$$$ Open Now
Mother's Day Buffet High Tea
dapl Modern Australian, Brisbane CBD
Join us on Sunday, 10 May 2026, from 12pm-2pm for a beautifully curated lunch designed to spoil the most important woman in your life. ...
Modern Australian $$$$$
Our Delectable Modern Australian Flavours
Malt Dining, Brisbane CBD
Indulge in our modern Australian menu featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and expertly crafted dishes. Start with our Mooloolooba tuna, lamb ribs or beef tartare, then savour mains like pork cutl...
Greek $$$$$
Your Next Celebration Starts Here
That Greek Truck, Brisbane CBD
Host your next celebration in a versatile Greek venue featuring a fully licensed bar, in-house catering, dance floor and exclusive access until midnight. The space caters for intimate gatherings th...
Indian $$$$$
Our Hug-in-a-Glass Cocktail
Adda @ Oxford - Soulful Indian Cuisine, Bulimba
Kick off your weekend with our creamy Passionfruit Dream cocktail at Adda @ Oxford. Smooth, tangy and dangerously drinkable, our cocktail is like a hug in a glass with a hint of mischief. One turns...
Italian $$$$$
Flavours of Italy Every Day
La Favolosa, West End
Make an ordinary weekday special with a visit to La Favolosa in West End. From midday lunches of fresh schiacciata to late afternoon coffee and desserts like cannoli, it’s the ideal stop for casual...
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Modern Australian $$$$$
Moo Moo The Wine Bar + Grill Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
Located in the heart of the city in the historical Port Office Building, Moo Moo the Wine Bar + Grill on Edward Street is one of Brisbane’s favourite steak restaurants. Nestled in the Stamford Plaz...
Italian $$$$$
Massimo Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Eat, live and enjoy at Brisbane dining destination, Massimo Restaurant & Bar in the Riverside Centre on Eagle Street. This sophisticated venue on the boardwalk level has a prestigious waterfront po...
Thai $$$$$
Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar
Brisbane CBD
Perched above Elizabeth Street in Brisbane’s CBD, Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar combines modern sophistication with the vibrant spirit of Thailand. The elegant interior features warm timber tones, so...
Grill $$$$$ Open Now
The Lex
Brisbane CBD
Channelling the verve and spirit of New York City, the birthplace of W Hotels, head to The Lex on North Quay in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD for playful twists on classic dishes. Found on Level Thre...
Chinese $$$$$
HUA
Brisbane CBD
Step into HUA on William Street in the heart of the city, where tradition meets innovation in Brisbane’s premium dining scene. With a menu celebrating Cantonese traditions, this stylish restaurant ...
Japanese $$$$$
Hideki
Brisbane CBD
Tucked into Burnett Lane in the Brisbane CBD, Hideki offers a sophisticated Japanese dining experience centred on the craft of yakitori. Traditional skewered grilling is elevated through carefully ...
Korean $$$$$
SUUM
Brisbane CBD
Discover an intimate dining experience where the cuisine follows the rhythm of the seasons at SUUM on Charlotte Street in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD. Meaning ‘to breathe’ in Korean, this 16-seater...
Asian $$$$$
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...
