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Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

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

West End

13 Chef Hat Award
Fresh Flavours at Brisbane’s Favourite SteakhouseRich & Rare’s New MenuDiscover what’s new at Rich & Rare. Our latest menu brings fresh additions to Brisbane’s favourite steakhouse, crafted to elevate your dining experience and impress both loyal guests and first-time...
"Award-winning Share Plates."
Social Eating House & Bar

Social Eating House & Bar

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award Restaurant & Catering Association
Social Eating House Banquet ExperienceCelebratory Shared DiningAt Social Eating House, our banquet experience is designed for shared dining and celebration. Enjoy a curated menu of standout dishes, crafted for flavour and variety, perfect for groups looking to...
Firma Italian

Firma Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

South Brisbane

12 Chef Hat Award
Mother's Day High TeaFrom $85 per AdultMark the occasion with one refined high tea experience, shared across four signature settings.
"So many delicious seafood choices"
Citrique

Citrique

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 AM

Surfers Paradise

14 Chef Hat Award
Sunday Lunch Seafood and Grill Buffet with Flowing MimosasSeafood Buffet for $109Sample a variety of fresh local seafood for the ultimate sea to table experience. Ocean treasures include Pacific oysters, Mooloolaba tiger prawns, spanner crabs, Moreton Bay bugs and more. Land lo...
T'ang Court

T'ang Court

Chinese   $$$$$   Opens Thu 5:30 PM

Surfers Paradise

12 Chef Hat Award
AN EXQUISITE PAIRING, ELEVATED BY HENSCHKELimited time onlyDiscover exceptional company this season with an eight-course exploration of contemporary Cantonese classics, thoughtfully elevated by an iconic collaboration with Henschke; one of Australia’s most...
Mother’s Day LunchSunday of 10th May 2026Celebrate Mother’s Day with us at Little Truffle Dining Room & Bar. Enjoy a refined multi-course menu featuring seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, from cauliflower, parsnip & truffle soup an...
SUUM

SUUM

Korean   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Brisbane CBD

15 Chef Hat Award
Elevate Your Meal with Fine WinesGlobal WinesOur ever-evolving wine list features a curated selection of classic and avant-garde wines from around the world, thoughtfully paired with the flavours from our kitchen. Guests may bring up to 2 bot...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Your Next Event, Perfectly CuratedFrench Flair, River ViewsHost your next celebration at Pompette, a French-inspired, stylish venue on The Terrace at The Star Brisbane. Enjoy dazzling river views, playful cocktails, effervescent bubbles, and exceptional fo...
Orleans Restaurant and Bar

Orleans Restaurant and Bar

French   $$$$$   Opens at 5:00 PM

Maroochydore

12 Chef Hat Award
Let us host your next special occasionEvents & FunctionsThinking of having a function with us? We offer different styles of dining to suit your needs, from Cocktail style to a more formal sit down dinner. For groups of 9 guests or more at Orleans we o...
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...
Palette

Palette

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

Surfers Paradise

16 Chef Hat Award
New Menu Available Now at PaletteFrom April 13thAvailable now, come try Palette Restaurant’s exciting new menu, showcasing bold flavours and refined technique. Highlights include the share-style Peking Grouper from Rocky Point Aquaculture, serve...
Melrose Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

Melrose Restaurant and Rooftop Bar

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 PM

Bulimba

12 Chef Hat Award
Sunset Platters2pm - 4pm, Fri - SunEase 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...
Longwang

Longwang

Asian   $$$$$   Opens at 11:00 AM

Brisbane CBD

13 Chef Hat Award
Brisbane Functions with EnergyHost, Feast & CelebrateHost your next function at Longwang, where bold flavours meet vibrant, multi-level spaces in the heart of Brisbane. From intimate gatherings to full venue takeovers for up to 175 guests, our unique...
Ramona Trattoria

Ramona Trattoria

Italian   $$$$$   Opens at 5:30 PM

Coorparoo

12 Chef Hat Award
Pasta, Pizzetta & Pinot NightEvery WednesdayLooking for the perfect midweek treat? Head to Ramona Trattoria and indulge in their popular three-course Italian feast for just $55 per person. Enjoy three savoury courses plus a glass of wine, be...
Dark Shepherd

Dark Shepherd

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

Brisbane CBD

12 Chef Hat Award
Fire, Flavour & Mediterranean DiningDinning Elevated At Dark Shepherd, fire and flavour take centre stage. Set within The Star Brisbane, we celebrate Mediterranean dining with a bold focus on premium lamb, live seafood, and woodfired cooking. From dr...
Bar Leo Food & Wine

Bar Leo Food & Wine

Mediterranean   $$$$$   Opens at 4:00 PM

Bundall

12 Chef Hat Award
Modern MediterraneanHappy hour daily 4–6pmBar Leo brings modern Mediterranean flavour to Sorrento with fresh, locally sourced seafood, seasonal small plates, melt in your mouth Australian grown wagyu & black angus steaks and share-style di...
Lanai Noosa

Lanai Noosa

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

Noosaville

14 Chef Hat Award
Island Share Menu$89pp Tasting ExperienceHere at ISLAND, our $89pp set (minimum 2) showcases fresh, local flavours for the whole table to enjoy. Start with Noosa scallops, lamb ribs, or Mooloolaba prawn sanga, plus roasted eggplant or Kin...
Perspective Dining

Perspective Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Opens at 6:30 PM

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 ...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Opens at 12:00 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, ...
Kost

Kost

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

Broadbeach

13 Chef Hat Award
Private DiningSmall GroupsOur private dining room offers an intimate and exclusive experience, perfect for small group special occasions and corporate functions. Click on more info to book: