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Two hands at the ready because Brisbane's best burger joints really stack up.

Instead of settling for burnt toast or microwaved porridge, launch yourself into post-dawn endeavours that won't leave you disappointed. 

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.

Bringing the spirit of notorious street artist Banksy to a massive exhibition, Perth's Northbridge Centre will host The Art of Banksy: Without Limits from 1 May 2025, sharing more than 150 pieces and unique installations for the first time in Perth—and tickets are on sale now here.

Spicers Peak Lodge, two hours out of Brisbane up in the hills on the edge of the Scenic Rim, is the kind of luxe hotel that you book into for that very special occasion.

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.

Here are 50 of the absolute best things to do in Brisbane, whether you’re a local or not. 

Degustation dining is the absolute peak of eating out. Nothing conjures the same luxurious, almost Roman opulence like a meal that comes in seven stages. And if you really want to indulge, get the matching wines. 

A new kind of workout has arrived in Newstead, one that will get you sweating through a full body burn.

Here’s the top shelf Brisbane openings we’re most looking forward to checking out this year (so far).

Jump on the bandwagon of Brisbane meal delivery services that will not only skip the queues, but make your tastebuds jump for joy. 

This non-invasive light treatment could be the answer to all your skin concerns.

Fish and chips is a classic in Aussie cuisine—classic, unadulterated comfort food.

Today we’re listing out the best cafes in Brisbane's West End, so start planning your eat-inerary.

Is a city break in Melbourne calling your name? Whether it’s the arts and culture scene, the world-class dining or a sporting event that’s caught your interest, there’s plenty of reasons to head to the city—and we know just how to make the most of your time.

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.

As part of their epic 2025 program, the GOMA team are turning the gallery into an enourmous indoor stream. 

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.

The West End Electric has just added a private hot tub room to their seating options—and it’s a vibe. 

Come the end of February, now one but two dining venues will call the Kangaroo Point Bridge home.

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?

If you really want to win over your love, it’s time to step up your date game with these date ideas in Brisbane.

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.

Going out for drinks with friends when you're in your mid-twenties can sometimes get a bit monotonous.

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.

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.

A 130-year-old building in the city will soon be home to a four-level dining destination.

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. 

One of our favourite east side Thai restaurants is dishing up a night of bottomless bao for just $39 per person.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

We've rounded up the new openings that were the most-clicked, liked, shared and commented on Urban List this year.

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. 

If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is heading back to town.

One of Sydney's favourite summertime events, Moonlight Cinema is back for another season of balmy nights and movies under the stars.

Wes Anderson's colourful, symmetrical and whimsical aesthetic is the inspiration behind Henley’s, a charming cocktail bar and eatery in Teneriffe. 

This summer, the Westin crew are launching a series of pool parties at their swim-up pool bar, and you’re all invited. 

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.

Une Piece has dropped a brand new line of sleek two-piece swimwear that will make you want to hit the beach. 

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.

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.

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. 

Because why camp, when you can glamp?

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.

A little slice of Southern Italy has come to Coolum with the arrival of Rosa Italian, a fresh new venue from Maeva Hospitality.

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. 

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.

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.

We’ve tracked down where to buy the best indoor plant shops and nurseries in Brisbane. Let the obsession continue.

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.

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.

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. 

Read on to see Urban List's pick of the best gluten-free bakeries and cafes in Brisbane.

We're frothing at the ultimate opportunity to scoff delicious eats in the open air at this year’s James Street Food & Wine Trail.

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 is returning in September 2024 with another epic lineup of art installations, theatre, live music and everything in between.

A sprawling retreat nestled amongst the rolling hills of the Scenic Rim, Beechmont Estate is the stuff of fairytales. 

Here are some Melbourne meal delivery services rising to the surface to save our stomachs and recipe ingenuity. 

When it comes to Brisbane’s best restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars, there are some dishes that are pretty much iconic.

Just over an hour away from Brisbane in Grandchester, this country escape has it all—luxe accommodations, a travel-worthy restaurant and spectacular views. 

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. 

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. 

The Brisbane Powerhouse’s brand new vertical dining experience, Vertigo, is an Australian first, combining fine dining with a dash of adventure. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

These places are the delectable MVPs of Brisbane’s Thai restaurants with the power to ruin you for future feeds.

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. 

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.

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.

The legends at Virgin have kicked off a truly amazing sale, slinging airfares to Queensland destinations starting from as low as $69. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

The Art of Banksy: Without Limits will share more than 150 pieces and unique installations for the first time in NSW.

Coming to southern Queensland soon is the Cunnamulla Hot Springs, a stunning new hot springs destination where ultimate relaxation is guaranteed. 

Total Fusion has reachied new fitspo heights with an incredible new Rooftop Wellness Precinct being added to their Newstead gym. 

If you love oysters, you’re going to froth over the next epic feasting event that One Fish Two Fish is putting on. 

Next time you want to feel totally ballin’, call on one of the best private dining rooms in Brisbane. 

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. 

La Costa in Fortitude Valley is putting on a high cheese with two hours of free-flowing vino.

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. 

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. 

GoBoat is inviting you to be your own captain with their electric picnic boats sailing the Brisbane River.

The Prawnster has dropped anchor at the small marina just down river from the Story Bridge, offering up fresh seafood with a view.

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. 

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? 

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. 

With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.

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. 

Start practising your VR gaming, bowling, karaoke and arcade shooting, because Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq has made a triumphant return to Brisbane. 

As anyone with a sizeable perfume collection would know, the power of scent goes far beyond a sweet smelling aroma. Connected to the way we think and feel, it can trigger strong emotions—which is something In Essence embraces with their collection of pure essential oil blends. 

Besties, booze and brilliant art—paint and sip nights bring together all of our favourite things.