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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.
"A Hidden Brisbane Gem"
Deer Duck Bistro

Deer Duck Bistro

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 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-...
Whole Venue Hire, Small Functions & Special OccasionsEnquire Now!This Autumn-Winter, celebrate moments that matter surrounded by excellent company alongside excellent food. From end-of-year gatherings & workplace team dinners to milestone birthdays & significant...
Fathers DayAt The AlbionTreat the legend to what he actually wants this Father's Day. Join us at The Albion Hotel on Sunday, 6th September for our epic $48 steak and ribs combo, complete with ice-cold beer specials runnin...
Housed within the stunning historical Port Office Building on Edward Street in Brisbane's CBD, Moo Moo The Wine Bar and Grill is a sophisticated and celebrated steakhouse that has redefined the cit...
Herve's Restaurant and Bar

Herve's Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Albion

12 Chef Hat Award
Since opening in 2022, Hervé's Restaurant and Bar on Collingwood Street in Albion has established itself as one of Brisbane's most celebrated French-inspired dining destinations - a sophisticated a...
"A Wonderful Daily Changing Menu"
The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

The Balfour Kitchen & Bar

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

New Farm

12 Chef Hat Award
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...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Riverfire at Firma ItalianDinner & Rooftop FireworksCelebrate Riverfire the Firma way, with a multi-course menu that travels through Italy, flowing Italian beer and wine, signature flavours and warm hospitality.
Longwang

Longwang

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 ...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Bowen Hills

15 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Montrachet on King Street in Bowen Hills is a critically acclaimed French restaurant, recognised as one of Brisbane’s premier fine dining destinations. Under Michelin-trained chef Clément Chauvin, ...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Winnifred’s

Winnifred’s

French   $$$$$   Open Now

Fortitude Valley

12 Chef Hat Award
Alkoomi Wines x Chef Josh Lopez Degustation Dinner at Winnifred'sWed 19th August 6:30 - 10:00pm50 Vintages. One Extraordinary Evening. An exclusive Alkoomi Wine Dinner at Winnifred’s. From WA to Fortitude Valley Join Sandy and Laura, the mother-daughter owners of Alkoomi Wines, for an in...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   Open Now

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Situated on Boundary Street in West End, Rich & Rare delivers a premium steakhouse experience with a relaxed, unpretentious edge. Set within the vibrant West Village precinct, the venue invites gue...
Dark Shepherd

Dark Shepherd

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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 ...
Komeyui Brisbane

Komeyui Brisbane

Japanese   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

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,...
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...
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...
Ippin Japanese Dining

Ippin Japanese Dining

Japanese   $$$$$   Open Now

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.