Happy Boy

The verdict

Happy Boy in Fortitude Valley, is the hip-as wine bar-come Chinese restaurant you never knew was missing from your life.

After opening back in 2014, Happy Boy has made more than just a name for itself on the Brisbane dining scene—it has established itself as one of the best restaurants in Brisbane, with a huge loyal following. 

Housed in a stunning light and airy space on East St with ample seating and a huge alfresco deck (just perfect for post-work drinks if you ask us), Happy Boy is all about the overall dining experience; combining raw but elegant decor to better showcase the unique dishes and drinks being served.

Happy Boy focuses on truly authentic, provincial Chinese cuisine in a direct shift to move away from the westernised notion of Chinese and Pan-Asian restaurant dining (no BYO!), with an extensive wine list—courtesy of small batch, Australian wine supporters, Spoken Wine—and boutique beers supporting a menu that is elegant, traditional and anything but boring!

Happy Boy is open six days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner—even serving up your morning coffee. Talk about a neighbourhood institution!