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Brisbane Restaurants

The best restaurants in Brisbane will tantalise your taste buds. For the foodie, there is something for everyone to enjoy from upscale restaurants to inventive street food. As a result of its pleasant climate, vibrant local street art and rapidly improving food scene, this city is quickly becoming one of Australia's most popular tourist destinations. Brisbane's cafes, restaurants, breweries, food trucks and pubs offer a wide variety of excellent food options if you are planning a trip to the city. No idea where to begin your search? We will explore Brisbane's favourite go-to restaurants, whether it is breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Albion

12 Chef Hat Award
Bastille Day - 14 July 2026Open Lunch & DinnerImmerse yourself in the spirit of France with a specially curated dining experience, beginning with a selection of exquisite French-inspired canapés and a glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne on arriva...
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Auchenflower

15 Chef Hat Award
Experience Brisbane's Most Unique Degustation MenuSecure your spot today!Auchenflower's Deer Duck Bistro offers Brisbane's unique fine dining with 5–9 course degustation menus ($109pp, wines $99pp) in a quirky antique setting. Modern Australian cuisine features ricotta-...
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
Bastille Day celebration dinnerTuesday 14th JulyCelebrate Bastille Day in style at Winnifred's with Champagne Doyard Revolution on arrival followed by an elegant five course degustation $220pp, paired with matching wines an additional $99.
Where Steak Meets SommeliersSteak & Wine, RedefinedAt Moo Moo Brisbane, we’re passionate about bringing you the ultimate steak and wine experience. From our premium dry-aged beef and fresh seafood to an award-winning wine list, every dish and glass...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
Nestled on Balfour Street in the heart of New Farm, The Balfour Kitchen and Bar is a beautifully restored Queenslander that transitions seamlessly from a light-filled breakfast and brunch destinati...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bowen Hills

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Bastille Day with Montrachet14th to 18th of JulyFeaturing a $195pp set menu, available alongside our à la carte offering. Please note, on 14 July (Bastille Day), our celebration will be exclusively available via the set menu only.
Longwang

Longwang

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Tucked along Edward Street in Brisbane City, Longwang is a bold and immersive Asian dining destination inspired by the legend of the Dragon King of the Sea. Set within a striking two-level laneway ...
Clarence

Clarence

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

South Brisbane

13 Chef Hat Award
Host at ClarenceSunny events, sortedCelebrate your next event at Clarence, on the corner of Fish Lane and Merrivale Street, with a light-filled space, large windows, and seating for up to 50 guests. Choose from our Group A and Group ...
Fatcow on James St

Fatcow on James St

Steak   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Fortitude Valley

14 Chef Hat Award
DISCOVER WHAT'S NEWNew flavours at Fatcow!Fatcow elevates Brisbane’s steakhouse scene with exciting new menu additions, blending premium cuts with bold, refined flavours. From expertly grilled meats to carefully crafted sides, each dish is...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
On William Street in Brisbane City, Pompette is a glamorous French-inspired bar and dining destination where Parisian elegance meets modern indulgence. Beneath shimmering lights, the atmosphere is ...
Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
9-Course Seafood & Steak FeastLong Lunch Done RightIntroducing the Power Banquet at Rich & Rare. Experience a 9-course lunch and early dinner feast for $57 per person (whole table only, min two). Enjoy artisan sourdough ciabatta, Jamón Ibérico, oys...
Perspective Dining

Perspective Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Brisbane CBD

14 Chef Hat Award
Step into a world of refined creativity at Perspective Dining on Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, where modern design meets boundary-pushing cuisine. This stylish, intimate venue invites guests ...
Dark Shepherd

Dark Shepherd

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Set on William Street in Brisbane City, Dark Shepherd is a bold and immersive dining experience where Mediterranean flavours meet the intensity of woodfire cooking. With a menu centred around premi...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Bringing the spirit of Italy to Grey Street in South Brisbane, Firma Italian is a sophisticated dining destination where authentic flavour meets contemporary elegance. Created by Emporium Hotels, t...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:30 AM

Spring Hill

13 Chef Hat Award
Art takes centre stage at Komeyui Brisbane on Wharf Street, Spring Hill, where refined Japanese cuisine is elevated into a multisensory experience. Guided by chefs with exceptional global training,...
Ramona Trattoria

Ramona Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Coorparoo

12 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Leicester Street in Coorparoo, Ramona Trattoria welcomes you in true Italian spirit, as friends at the table. Here, dough is the language and everything begins with time, care and excep...
SUUM

SUUM

Korean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
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...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Natsu BanquetA New Season of Tasteshowcases a curated selection of seasonal dishes designed for sharing — from delicate starters to signature mains and handcrafted desserts, each course reflects balance, harmony, and flavour.
Melrose Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

Melrose Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bulimba

12 Chef Hat Award
Escape the ordinary at Melrose contemporary Pan-Asian-inspired restaurant and rooftop bar to dine under blue skies by day and stars at night. Located upstairs at the tranquil river end of Oxford St...
Kizuna Sake Bar & Kitchen

Kizuna Sake Bar & Kitchen

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Albion

The Lost Horizon - An East Meet East Odyssey9 Course Wine DinnerBeyond the horizon lies something worth discovering, and a glass worth raising. An East meet East odyssey unveiling the finest treasures of Shangri-La, presented to you by Fancy Fine WineWednesday ...