Ranyhyn Laine
Brisbane Editor | Urban List, Brisbane, Queensland
While she considers herself Brisbane-born and bred (Redcliffe, to be exact), Ranyhyn hasn’t always lived in the Queensland capital—but despite trying on everywhere from Sydney to London on for size, Brisbane is where she’s always come back to, and despite the ever-rising house prices, never plans to leave.
Landing the gig as Urban List Brisbane’s Editor back in 2019 was a dream come true, and also the perfect platform to put her weirdly specific bank of Brisbane hospitality knowledge to good use. Having fallen into the media world quite by accident, Ranyhyn dabbled in writing, editing, social media content creating and marketing prior to the role, and now combines it all to spotlight the best of Brisbane, from restaurant news and food reviews to event guides and local travel recommendations.
After hours, you’ll find her ‘researching’ Brisbane’s coolest family-friendly events and experiences with her toddler in tow, checking out the hottest new restaurants openings or attempting to work off all the degustations she indulges in at the gym.
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The Feed | All The Brisbane Food News You Need To Know
It’s almost impossible to keep up to date on all of Brisbane's foodie news, so to make it easy, we've rounded up all the updates you need to know.
Where To Find 20 Of The Best Breakfasts In Brisbane In 2025
Instead of settling for burnt toast or microwaved porridge, launch yourself into post-dawn endeavours that won't leave you disappointed.
You Can Now Watch These Incredible Cabaret-Style Theatre Shows From A Private Hot Tub
The West End Electric has just added a private hot tub room to their seating options—and it’s a vibe.
The Tassis Group Is Opening Two New Venues On The Kangaroo Point Bridge
Come the end of February, now one but two dining venues will call the Kangaroo Point Bridge home.
Here’s How You Can More Than Double Your Annual Leave In 2025
Thanks to those long couple of years we were grounded at home, we’re guessing plenty of you have clocked some serious annual leave days, so why not start thinking ahead and planning your next big adventure?
25 Brisbane Date Ideas That Aren’t Dinner And A Movie
If you really want to win over your love, it’s time to step up your date game with these date ideas in Brisbane.
14 Of The Best High Teas In Brisbane
If you’re looking to up the class level of your next cuppa or tap into your inner princess a la Meghan Markle, here’s our list of Brisbane’s best high teas that make the grade.
13 Of The Best Rooftop Bars In Brisbane For Sky High Drinking
Brisbane's best rooftop bars are the perfect spots to hang this summer.
Brisbane’s Best New Restaurants And Bars
It’s been a good year here in Brisbane/Meanjin, with one incredible new venue after another hitting the city, all of them sending our taste buds into overdrive.
12 Of Brisbane’s Best Hot Pot Restaurants
Here’s where to dip a slab of marbled wagyu into a hot pot in Brisbane, whether you want Sichuanese-style spicy soup, all-you-can-eat hot pot or Japanese shabu shabu.
20 Of The Best Bars In Brisbane’s West End
Going out for drinks with friends when you're in your mid-twenties can sometimes get a bit monotonous.
11 Of Brisbane’s Best Tattoo Studios
The Brisbane tattoo scene has come on a lot over the last few years. Places like Tradition Tattoo have been going strong for a while now, but the city has a bunch of interesting little indie parlours.
17 Of Brisbane’s Best Bathhouses With Spas And Saunas
Is there anything more rejuvenating than a good soak and steam session? Whether it’s spending so long in a spa you wind up looking like a prune or just a good old sweat out in the sauna, you and your achy muscles will be feeling in tip-top shape after visiting one of these Brisbane saunas and spas.
Get A Sneak Peek At Cartel Del Taco’s Second Location Opening In New Farm Soon
Renowned for dishing up authentic tacos so good you have to book a table well in advance to dine on them, Hawthrone's Cartel Del Taco is opening a second location in New Farm.
The Team Behind Agnes And Bianca Is Opening A Multi-Level Dining Precinct In The CBD
A 130-year-old building in the city will soon be home to a four-level dining destination.
14 Of Brisbane’s Best Cafes With Playgrounds And Play Areas
We’re not asking a lot here, us parents, but by god is it difficult to find a breakfast spot that ticks all our boxes for kid-friendly cafes in Brisbane.
This East Side Thai Restaurant Is Dishing Up A Night Of Bottomless Bao For $49pp
One of our favourite east side Thai restaurants is dishing up a night of bottomless bao for just $39 per person.
33 Of The Best Things To Do With Kids In Brisbane
We've got your heart-racing, mind-boggling and eye-opening adventures for kids of all ages covered—here are the best things to do with kids in Brisbane.
50 Of The Best Cafes In Brisbane That You Should Have Eaten At By Now
Whether you dig on granola or the greasy fry-up, these are 50 of the best Brisbane cafes (in no particular order) you can depend on—consider it your 2025 to-do list.
50 Of The Best Things To Do In Brisbane
Here are 50 of the absolute best things to do in Brisbane, whether you’re a local or not.
35 Of The Best Restaurants In Brisbane Right Now
These Brisbane restaurants are the must-dos, the have-to-tries, the places you would tell visiting friends to dine at, and the bucket-list special treats to book when you want to splash out.
What’s Open On New Year’s Day In Brisbane This Year
Step away from those Christmas leftovers that have been in the fridge for way too long, here's what's open on New Year's Day 2025 in Brisbane.
10 Incredible New Openings Hitting Brisbane Soon To Get Excited For
Here’s the top shelf Brisbane openings we’re most looking forward to checking out this year (so far).
14 Of The Best Hotels In Brisbane For 2025
We’ve slept in every bed in town (hotel bed—get your mind out of the gutter) to bring you this list of the the best hotels Brisbane has to offer.
This Hidden Restaurant Just Launched A New Degustation Menu And You Need To Try It
Deer Duck Bistro is one of Brisbane's best kept secrets that you definitely need to check out—and preferably soon, so you can sample their brand new spring-inspired menu.
Brisbane’s Most Clicked New Openings Of 2024
We've rounded up the new openings that were the most-clicked, liked, shared and commented on Urban List this year.
18 Of The Best Fish And Chip Joints In Brisbane
Fish and chips is a classic in Aussie cuisine—classic, unadulterated comfort food.
Meet Velveteen Rabbit, A Storybook-Themed Bar With An Underground Speakeasy
A storybook-themed venue with an Alice In Wonderland-inspired hidden bar on Caxton Street might not be where you’d expect to find some of the most elevated bar food and cocktails in Brisbane, but that’s just what Velveteen Rabbit is dishing up thanks to an uber talented team and reams of creativity. This unassuming Petrie Terrace spot (which has taken over where Brewski used to reside) is going right to the top of our ‘recommend’ list—and here’s why.
23 Of The Best Burgers In Brisbane To Wrap Your Hands Around
Brisbane's burger joints really stack up.
Moonlight Cinema Is Coming Back To Brisbane For Summer Movies Under The Stars
If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is heading back to town.
Moonlight Cinema Is Coming Back Soon For Summer Movies Under The Stars
One of Sydney's favourite summertime events, Moonlight Cinema is back for another season of balmy nights and movies under the stars.
Henley’s Is Teneriffe’s New Wes Anderson-Inspired Bar And Eatery
Wes Anderson's colourful, symmetrical and whimsical aesthetic is the inspiration behind Henley’s, a charming cocktail bar and eatery in Teneriffe.
This Luxe CBD Hotel Is Opening Their Swim-Up Pool Bar To The Public For Summer
This summer, the Westin crew are launching a series of pool parties at their swim-up pool bar, and you’re all invited.
Where To Get A Real Christmas Tree In Brisbane For 2024
Take a break from the fake and get yourself some freshly scented pine—just because we live in the tropics doesn't mean you won't find a real Christmas tree in Brisbane.
These Little Black Swimsuits From A Queensland Designer Are A Must Have For Summer
Une Piece has dropped a brand new line of sleek two-piece swimwear that will make you want to hit the beach.
All The Venues Opening At Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Soon
With the first stage of Queen's Wharf set to open later this year, we’re slowly starting to get more information on what we can expect from the precinct.
I Tried A BBL Hero Treatment To Tighten My Skin, And Here’s What I Thought
This non-invasive light treatment could be the answer to all your skin concerns.
14 Of The Best Day Trips To Take From Brisbane
Sick of spending your weekends on your home turf? Time to schedule in a day trip and explore more of what our incredible part of the world has to offer. Here are the best day trips to take from Brisbane.
The Good Food & Wine Show Is Returning To Brisbane Later This Year
Clear your calendar because the highly-anticipated Good Food & Wine Show (GFWS) is back for its 23rd year and honestly, our tastebuds couldn't be more hyped.
Spice Up Your Life At Brisbane’s Best Middle Eastern Restaurants
If you know your fattoush from your fatayer and your lokma from your lokum, then this list of Brisbane’s best Middle Eastern restaurants is for you.
Meet Rosa Italian, Coolum’s New Amalfi Coast-Inspired Italian Restaurant
A little slice of Southern Italy has come to Coolum with the arrival of Rosa Italian, a fresh new venue from Maeva Hospitality.
Night Feast Is Returning To The Brisbane Powerhouse For Spring
Brisbane Powerhouse is already a giant in Brisbane’s entertainment scene, but it’s about to get even better with the news that the culture and events centre is about to score some seriously cool additions.
10 Of The Best Hiking Spots Near Brisbane
If you’re trying to find a great way to spend your weekend that doesn’t involve Netflix and ice cream, we’ve unearthed some of the best walks and hiking near Brisbane.
A Pop-Up Rosé Garden Bar Is Hitting Customs House For Spring
Time to break out the florals and welcome in spring with a spritz, because the crew at Customs House are back with their seasonal spring rosé pop-up bar.
15 Of The Best Nurseries And Plant Shops In Brisbane
We’ve tracked down where to buy the best indoor plant shops and nurseries in Brisbane. Let the obsession continue.
100 Of Australia’s Best Breakfasts, According To Our Editors
From Melbourne’s bustling cafes to Sydney’s vibrant brunch spots, all the way to Brisbane’s innovative morning eats and Perth’s beachside beauties, we’ve curated the ultimate guide to breakfast across Australia.
What’s Open This Ekka Public Holiday 2024 In Brisbane
Looking for Brisbane cafes, bars, or restaurants that are open today, or just generally stuck for things to do in Brisbane this Ekka public holiday? We've got you sorted.
Meet Pawn & Co, Fortitude Valley’s New Cocktail Bar That Doubles As A Pawn Shop And Perfumery
What do a perfumery, pawn shop and cocktail bar have in common? Well, you’ll find a version of them all inside Pawn & Co, the wild and wacky new bar coming to Brisbane on soon.
8 Of The Best Gluten-Free Cafes And Bakeries In Brisbane
Read on to see Urban List's pick of the best gluten-free bakeries and cafes in Brisbane.
13 Brisbane Meal Delivery Services To Try This Month
Jump on the bandwagon of Brisbane meal delivery services that will not only skip the queues, but make your tastebuds jump for joy.
The James Street Food & Wine Trail Is Returning For 2024
We're frothing at the ultimate opportunity to scoff delicious eats in the open air at this year’s James Street Food & Wine Trail.
14 Of The Best Things To Do In The Scenic Rim
If you’ve never planned a trip to the Scenic Rim, we’re here to tell you, you’re most definitely missing out.
Brisbane Festival’s 2024 Program Features Drone Shows, Swings And Sci-Fi Thrillers
Brisbane Festival is returning in September 2024 with another epic lineup of art installations, theatre, live music and everything in between.
19 Of The Most Romantic Getaways In Queensland
From luxury retreats to high-end hotels, tiny homes, and cosy Airbnbs, with the best romantic getaways in Queensland listed below, we guarantee you'll earn those brownie points.
Beechmont Estate Is The Scenic Rim’s Dreamiest Country Retreat
A sprawling retreat nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Scenic Rim, Beechmont Estate is the stuff of fairytales.
14 Melbourne Meal Delivery Services To Try This Month
Here are some Melbourne meal delivery services rising to the surface to save our stomachs and recipe ingenuity.
50 Meals You Should Have Eaten If You Live In Brisbane
When it comes to Brisbane’s best restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars, there are some dishes that are pretty much iconic.
10 Of The Best West End Cafes For Sunday Brunching
Today we’re listing out the best cafes in Brisbane's West End, so start planning your eat-inerary.
Customs House’s Pop-Up Igloos By The River Are Returning For Winter
Yep, those pop-up igloo bars alongside the Brisbane River are back for winter 2024.
Spend A Night Under The Stars In These Luxurious Bubble Tents On The NSW Border
Imagine laying back in a plus queen-sized bed and being able to look up and see an uninterrupted view of the Milky Way above you—which is exactly what you can do in these bubble tents.
You Need To Check Out This Luxe Hidden Retreat Just Over An Hour From Brisbane
Just over an hour away from Brisbane in Grandchester, this country escape has it all—luxe accommodations, a travel-worthy restaurant and spectacular views.
This Dreamy New Mediterranean-Inspired Bathhouse Is Opening On The North Side Soon
Landing in Lutwyche at the end of April, Contro Wellness will be a stunning, Mediterranean-inspired sanctuary where you can find a slice of calm, no matter what your preferred form of relaxation looks like.
What’s Open On Anzac Day In Brisbane 2024
Yet again, Brisbane has answered our call with bars, cafes and restaurants open this ANZAC Day public holiday on Thursday 25 April.
A Multi-Sensory, Dopamine-Inducing Interactive Experience Is Coming To Brisbane Soon
Prepare to get a little silly, because a dopamine-boosting experience where you can jump in ball pits and have pillow fights is coming to Brisbane.
Brisbane’s Vertical Dining Experience Is Now Doing Champagne Brunches Every Sunday
The Brisbane Powerhouse’s brand new vertical dining experience, Vertigo, is an Australian first, combining fine dining with a dash of adventure.
This Luxe Brisbane Beauty Spa Was Just Named One Of The World’s Best
From their BBL laser treatments that targets ageing, sun-damaged and compromised skin, to their skin needling, PDO threads and exclusive Biologigue Recherche body treatments only available in Australia at KAILO, there’s an endless array of experiences that can be tailored to your exact needs for dreamy plump skin and healthy nurtured insides too.
The Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers Is Coming Back For 2024
The iconic annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is going to be going full steam ahead for 2024.
Here’s Why Spicers Tamarind Retreat Is The Romantic Getaway Of Your Dreams
No one does romance quite like Spicers does, and nowhere is that more true than at Spicers Tamarind Retreat, which you’ll find tucked away in the Sunshine Coast hinterland just outside of Maleny.
Paniyiri Is Returning In May So You Can Eat Your Weight In Honey Puffs
Paniyiri is back for which means it's time to eat your body weight in hot, golden honey puffs.
Brisbane’s Best Hot Cross Buns To Devour This Easter
We’ve done the hard work and hunted down the best hot cross buns in Brisbane.
Find Peak Relaxation At This Luxe Brisbane Head Spa
We don’t know about you, but Japanese head spas are all over our feeds at the moment, with people finding peak relaxation thanks to the blissful treatment. If you’ve been dying to try it for yourself and find out if it’s just as good as TikTok makes out it is, we can confirm it’s the most blissful experience you’ll ever have in your life—and you can do it right here in Brisbane at Atama Head Spa.
This Bin Chicken Trail By A Local Artist Is Brisbane’s Newest Tourist Attraction
What started as a humorous attempt to make people double take has turned into the Brisbane Bin Chicken Trail, and it will have you roaming all over Brisbane.
19 Of Brisbane’s Best Thai Restaurants
These places are the delectable MVPs of Brisbane’s Thai restaurants with the power to ruin you for future feeds.
Gold Coast Institution Mexicali Has Opened A Second Venue In Brisbane
MexiCali has been slinging Mexican fare to Nobby Beach locals for almost a decade, and thought it was about time Brisbane got a little taste of the action, with an open air rooftop space in Bulimba the chosen locale for Mexicali 2.0.
This Luxe Eco Getaway In Far North Queensland Needs To Be On Your 2024 Hit List
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas’s famed five-star resort that put the holiday destination firmly on the map, has just launched a Green Getaway package.
You’ll Soon Be Able To Jump On A Fast Ferry To Stradbroke Island At Hamilton Northshore
River To Bay's newest Straddie Shuttle route mean that as of 1 March, we'll able to head down to Hamilton Northshore for a coffee, then hop on a boat which will ferry us over to Straddie in under an hour.
Virgin Just Dropped Sale Fares To Hamilton Island For As Little As $86 So Pack Your Bags
The legends at Virgin have kicked off a truly amazing sale, slinging airfares to Queensland destinations starting from as low as $69.
12 Sydney Meal Delivery Services To Try This Month
Instead of braving the supermarket, jump on the bandwagon of meal delivery services that will not only skip the queues but make your tastebuds jump for joy.
What To Eat, Drink And Do In Redcliffe This Summer
Just a quick drive north, you’ll find yourself in the magical realm of Redcliffe. This peninsula has it all—and we’ve written it down, just for you.
Brisbane’s North Side Just Scored A Stunning New Wellness Spa
Carving a little time out of your day for self-care just got easier for northsiders with the opening of Merse Wellness Spa, a luxe new destination for relaxation and recuperation.
An Outdoor Adventure Experience Featuring Australia’s Highest Zipline Is Opening At Binna Burra
Happitat is a new via ferrata and zipline adventure experience being created at Binna Burra in Lamington National Park—and it's set to open this year.
This Stunning Country Escape In Maleny Has A Cabin With Its Own Outdoor Bathhouse
Maleny Country Estate is a gorgeous, boutique accommodation and wedding venue nestled on 185 acres of rolling hills that is well-worth battling traffic on the M1 for.
Dig Through The Racks At The Best Places To Go Op Shopping In Brisbane
Raid your money jar; it’s time to pop some tags. Here's our hit-list of the best charity op shops in Brisbane to scour for anything from a pair of acid wash jeans to that perfect vintage tee.
A Huge Banksy Exhibition With 150 Artworks Is Coming To Sydney This Summer
The Art of Banksy: Without Limits will share more than 150 pieces and unique installations for the first time in NSW.
Cunnamulla Hot Springs Is About To Be Queensland’s Newest Artesian Baths Destination
Coming to southern Queensland soon is the Cunnamulla Hot Springs, a stunning new hot springs destination where ultimate relaxation is guaranteed.
Total Fusion Platinum, Brisbane’s Boujiest Gym, Has Its Own Rooftop Wellness Centre And Day Spa
Total Fusion has reachied new fitspo heights with an incredible new Rooftop Wellness Precinct being added to their Newstead gym.
Knock Back Bulk Oysters At This Six-Course Oyster Feast
If you love oysters, you’re going to froth over the next epic feasting event that One Fish Two Fish is putting on.
15 Of Brisbane’s Best Private Dining Rooms
Next time you want to feel totally ballin’, call on one of the best private dining rooms in Brisbane.
Tangalooma Island Resort: Your Ultimate 2024 Guide
Thought you had to get on a plane to find crystal clear aqua seas, jaw-dropping snorkelling sites or impressive sandy deserts? Nope, you’ll find it all here.
Scoff Down This High Cheese Tower And Two Hours Of Vino For Just $49pp
La Costa in Fortitude Valley is putting on a high cheese with two hours of free-flowing vino.
Sandstone Point Resort’s Luxe Overwater Villas With Private Plunge Pools Are Now Open
Sandstone Point Holiday Resort is basically the perfect family getaway location if you don’t want to have to travel far—and it just got even better.
This Game Changing Supplement Is The Answer To Postpartum Depletion And Burnout
THE TENTH CO is a new Australian brand dedicated to helping women reclaim their heath, energy and vitality through carefully formulated supplements that address the specific needs of women in the throes of postpartum depletion.
You Can Hire These Dog-Friendly Picnic GoBoats And Cruise Up The Brisbane River
GoBoat is inviting you to be your own captain with their electric picnic boats sailing the Brisbane River.
The Prawnster Is A Vintage Prawn Trailer That’s Been Turned Into A Floating Restaurant
The Prawnster has dropped anchor at the small marina just down river from the Story Bridge, offering up fresh seafood with a view.
11 Top Rated Eco-Friendly Cabins And Cottages Around South East Queensland
There are plenty of amazing eco-friendly accommodation options around South East Queensland, so there’s no need to slum it while you’re saving the planet.
We Asked You What You Need To Have A Positive Impact—Here’s What You Said
As we face a future beset by environmental, economical and cultural challenges, decisions that used to be simple aren’t so simple anymore. Just grabbing a coffee in the morning has become a minefield of potential issues—are those beans ethically sourced? Is that takeaway cup compostable? Is the cafe locally-owned? Can we really afford our daily caffeine habit?
This Tamborine Winery Is Doing $20 Wine Tastings And Epic Cheese Boards
Witches Falls Winery, located just a hop skip and a jump away in Tamborine, is quietly making some seriously good wines from their mountaintop perch.
Here’s How To Keep The Conversation Rolling Around R U OK? Day
With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.
How To Spend The Ultimate Girls Weekend On The Gold Coast
We’ve taken care of almost all of the planning for you with our guide to the ultimate girls weekend on the sunny Gold Coast, and there’s not a party bus or nightclub in sight.