The Feed | All The Brisbane Food News You Need To Know
Brisbane/Meanjin is well known for its top-notch foodie scene, with new restaurants, cafes and impressive menus constantly popping up across the city. It’s almost impossible to keep up to date on it all.
To make it easier, we’ve introduced The Feed, your best place for finding Brisbane’s latest updates in the world of food and drink every Thursday. Hope you're hungry, because here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week or two.
Gelato Messina’s Mega Christmas Trifle Is Back—And It’s An Absolute Unit
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In news you’ll want to clear the freezer for, Messina's back to deliver their signature Christmas chaos in the form of a massive sugar hit. Their legendary Christmas Coma trifle is back for 2025, and this year it’s joined by a brand new bauble that’s smaller in size, but not in flavour.
Starting with the main event, the Christmas Coma is a monster gelato-based trifle. Picture layers of passionfruit sorbet, strawberry gelato, baked cheesecake, passionfruit cheesecake mousse, vanilla chantilly, Italian meringue, raspberry-jam Swiss roll and raspberry jelly, all of which comes with a litre of Messina brandy custard. Clocking in at $250, this hefty trifle will feed 20-30 according to Messina, but we’ll let you be the judge.
Then there’s the new kid on the block. The Pistachio Christmas Bauble is a brand new showstopper that’s basically edible art. Crack open a glossy milk chocolate shell and you’ll find pistachio praline, pistachio crunch, pistachio gelato and a swirl of white chocolate mousse, and at $150 you can feed a crowd of 8-10. Even better? Order both and get a cheeky $50 discount.
Both can be pre-ordered here and believe us, these will sell out fast. Check the Messina website here for specific delivery and pick up options in your area.
YOMG Is Getting Messy With Their Sloppy Joe’s Menu Available For A Limited Time
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Don’t mind the mess, it’s just YOMG’s new take on a cult-fave comfort: a limited-edition Sloppy Joe’s range. With fans roaring for the return of YOMG’s house-made sauce first created over a decade ago, the comeback is oozing with all the good stuff across an expanded range of burgers, mouth-watering sides, and an all-new box offering.
Leading the charge is the OG Sloppy Joe, stacked with beef, melted cheese, sweet and spicy pickles, chipotle mayo, and a slathering of YOMG’s signature sauce. Pair it with their new parmesan-crumbed mozzarella stix, lasagna bites, and Joe’s Macaroni and Cheese, and you’ve got a meal bound to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The Sloppy Joe’s range is now available until Thursday 4 December 2025 at all YOMG locations across Australia (excluding Burleigh Heads). Find your local here.
Snack On Dumplings And One-Day-Only Small Plates At Supernormal On Sundays
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Sometimes you want your tried-and-tested order and sometimes you want to mix it up. When you’re feeling the latter, Supernormal’s new Sunday offering has you sorted, featuring a lineup of dumplings, snacks and a few surprises exclusive to the final day of the week. The Supernormal on Sundays menu features potstickers with crisp edges, golden buns, silky wontons and crisp pancakes to dip in Szechuan-spiced chilli oil. To keep you refreshed for your Sunday sesh, Supernormal is pouring a range of house-made Chühai highballs that go down like a breeze while spritzing up your day. Available from 11:30am, you can book here.
Lune Lab Vol. || Brings A New Level Of Pastry Innovation To Exclusive Bookings After Dark
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Lune Croissanterie is taking South Brisbane on a journey into the science of pastry with its first ever Lune Lab Vol. II. Think of it as an experimental playground for croissants—intimate and immersive, with just eight to 10 seats per session, Lune Lab is all about watching chefs work in real time, uncovering the delicate alchemy behind each croissant-y bite. Across six courses, this spring menu will see takes on oyster and G&T granita, crab with meyer lemon and caviar, gin-cured salmon with beetroot and wasabi, and finishes with a rhubarb, ginger, and buffalo yoghurt tart. Lune Lab runs Fridays and Saturdays from 31 October to 29 November. Tickets are known to sell out so book yours here.
Mr Percival’s Unveils New Head Chef Unveils A Mediterranean-Inspired Spring/Summer Menu
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We all know Percy’s is the place to be for sun-soaked sips and vibrant beats on the river, but now their new menu is worth a visit all on its own—designed by acclaimed Head Chef Alessandro Pizzolato (previously the Michelin-starred La Pergola in Rome and Brisbane’s Supernormal). Turning the spotlight on traditional Mediterranean flavours, the share-style menu champions classic dishes and fresh seafood with the likes of WA octopus with potato rouille, tuscan kale and pimenton or spaghetti with Goolwa pipis, lemon and bottarga. The waterfront spot has also dropped a lineup of snacks to complement their signature cocktails, which offer a particular focus on spritzes. To kick off the new menu, Mr Percival’s is debuting a new Sunday brunch club offering for six weeks starting on Sunday 26 October, treating you to a special menu of chef-curated dishes, Champagne flowing from magnums, peach bellinis and a St-Germain roving spritz cart. Book here.
XXXX Drops Limited-Edition Can Designs To Celebrate Brisbane’s Epic Sporting Wins
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Brisbane’s performance on the sporting field lately has given us plenty to cheer for. From the Broncos first premiership in 19 years, the fourth Broncos female win since 2020, and of course the Lions’ fourth AFL Premiership win, we’re raising a toast any chance we can get. To help you celebrate, XXXX have unveiled two new limited-edition can designs so you can show your Queensland pride—while sipping a frothy one. Featuring custom logos of the Brisbane Lions and Brisbane Broncos alongside XXXX iconic gold and red, the cans will be available from independent bottle shops around Brisbane from the week commencing 27 October.
Otto Is Serving Up Boozy Cannolis By The River For A Limited Time
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A sweet treat walks into a bar. The result? OTTO Brisbane’s spirited new dessert series that’s reimagining a traditional Sicilian bite into a playful nod to Italy’s aperitivo culture. For a limited time, you can enjoy boozy cannolis served from a bespoke table-side trolley, available in four delicious flavours inspired by an iconic Italian liqueur or cocktail. There’s the Nocello with hazelnut pastry cream, the Aperol finished with a candied orange peel, the Espresso Martini filled with coffee and Kahlua cream, and the Limoncello—a delightful combo of ricotta cream, limoncello jelly and lemon zest. Here for a good time, not a long time, the indulgent treats will be available until the end of summer so don’t wait—book here.
We've Dropped A Secret Menu In Brisbane
Ever wondered what chefs whip up when they’re not plating your usual order? Well, the kitchen curtain’s finally lifting. We’ve teamed up with American Express® for a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it secret menu dining series—your VIP pass to fresh flavours you won’t find on the menu. For the month of October, head to West End’s Picnic Cafe for tom kha risotto: chef Jill Thanaree’s reimagining of the humble risotto through the lens of her favourite Thai soup. Meanwhile, over at Walter’s Steakhouse, go full la dolce vita with an iconic Italian double act. Here, a golden Fairlight veal cotoletta, drenched in parm butter and a glossy veal jus is paired with an Erbe Rosso Negroni—a sparkling take on tradition. These menus are here for a good time, not a long time, so get in quick. Find out more here.
Pappa Flock Has Brought Its Viral Chicken Tenders To A Second Spot Brisbane Location
Get ready to smash the feed that’s all over your feeds because this TikTok-famous chicken shop has opened a new location in Brisbane—bringing their signature, crispy chicken tenders to even more fans across the city. Following their hugely successful Chermside opening last month, Pappa Flock’s second spot at Westfield Mt Gravatt lets southsiders experience what all the fuss is about, with extensive outdoor seating and even an air hockey table to keep the good times rolling. From the ever-popular Flock Boxes to the iconic housemade lemonade, you can expect the full menu of Flock favourites. Take a look inside here.
Fatcow Is The First Queensland Restaurant Certified To Sell The World’s Most Expensive Beef
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Fancy a taste of the luxe life? You can have just that at Fatcow on James Street because the stunning steakhouse is now the first Queensland restaurant certified to sell Kobe beef—the holy grail of meat, embodying more than 150 years of Japanese tradition and craftsmanship. Fatcow joins an exclusive club, with less than 100 restaurants around the world authorised to serve genuine Kobe beef (only 16 of which are in Australia). “Bringing authentic Kobe beef to Brisbane represents months of dedication and partnership with our Japanese suppliers," said restaurant owner Michael Tassis. "We're honored to be the first Queensland restaurant trusted with this massive responsibility and excited to offer our guests this once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience." So, what’s cooking? Head Chef Garry Newton will dish up Kobe beef on the signature steak menu in two ways, so you can fully appreciate all the reasons why this beef is so legendary. Be prepared to drop a pretty penny on this, but it’s definitely a bucket list-worthy bite. Book here.
Layla Launches A New Sunday Afternoon Series With A Live DJ And Hibachi Grill Snacks
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Nothing beats a Sunday sesh and now West End’s much-anticipated Middle Eastern restaurant is turning up the heat with a new arvo sesh serving good vibes and even better bites in their leafy terrace. From 1:30pm to 5:30pm every Sunday, Spice & Sound invites you to feast your senses on the theatre of an outdoor hibachi grill, live DJ sets and Layla’s signature cocktails. On the menu, you can expect grazing plates such as chicken shish or eggplant with flatbread, wagyu empanadas, butter chicken and grilled Fremantle octopus. Walk-ins are welcome, but we recommend booking your spot here.
A New Era for The Historic Fox Hotel As Ghanem Group Revives South Brisbane Icon
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One of Brisbane’s most iconic venues is getting a major level-up, with hospitality heavyweights Ghanem Group (Donna Chang, Blackbird, Byblós) officially taking over The Fox Hotel in South Brisbane. The historic venue, nestled in the heart of Fish Lane, will undergo a full transformation before reopening in late 2025, after a three year closure, as a multi-storey dining and entertainment precinct.
A staple of Brisbane’s nightlife for decades, The Fox’s rebirth will see its heritage-listed bones carefully restored while layering in Ghanem Group’s signature modern style. Think multiple dining destinations, a vibey cocktail lounge, function spaces, a revamped public bar, a gaming lounge, and—best of all—a rooftop terrace with sweeping city views. Brothers Adonis and Nehme Ghanem are thrilled to be the next custodians of the historic, heritage-listed site, revitalising it into something truly special for the community.
“This is our largest and one of our most exciting projects to date,” says Ghanem Group Director Adonis Ghanem. “The growing community of this area has long-awaited the return of this legendary venue, and to have the opportunity to bring the next era of dining and entertainment to this iconic site is a true honour.”
The redesign, led by Space Cubed Design Studio, will stay true to the hotel’s Art Deco charm while introducing a new wave of world-class dining and drinking experiences. Whether you're stopping in for a long lunch, a sunset cocktail, or a big night out, The Fox’s next chapter is shaping up to be seriously impressive.
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