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QLD Restaurants With Vegetarian Options

Rich & Rare

Rich & Rare

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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 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   $$$$$   Open Now

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
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
Pompette

Pompette

French   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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   $$$$$   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...
Lua Do Ma Live On The DeckSunday 3pm-6pmPeter & David are a sax and guitar duo that weaved between Jazz and Bossa Nova! They are Mackay locals, leading the Central Queensland Conservatorium of Music.
Longwang

Longwang

Asian   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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   $$$$$   Open Now

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   $$$$$   Open Now

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...
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...
Ollie's Italian

Ollie's Italian

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Cairns

12 Chef Hat Award
Lunch set menu$58 per personTurn your midday break into an Italian escape with Ollie’s Lunch Promotion. Available daily from 11:30am, enjoy a refined three-course set menu for $58 per person, showcasing seasonal Italian flavo...
Montrachet

Montrachet

French   $$$$$   Open Now

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, ...
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 ...
Kost

Kost

Modern Australian   $$$$$   Open Now

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:
Harrisons Restaurant

Harrisons Restaurant

British   $$$$$   Open Now

Port Douglas

14 Chef Hat Award
Social Hour 3.30 pm-5.30 pm Daily Join us at Harrisons for the ultimate afternoon escape during our 'Social Hour,' held daily from 3.30 pm to 5.30 pm. Sip on beers and wines for just $8 or treat yourself to expertly crafted cocktai...