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The Shave Saloon, Bar & Kitchen have just opened their doors in Queen Street, and we couldn't be more excited. It's the perfect spot to grab a cut throat shave, a charcuterie board, and a drink all at once. Tucked away in a cocktail bar with whiskey and cocktails on offer, this barber shop might be your new spot for after work drinks during the week. Who would of thought?! Plus, you can get your coffee fix here from 8am. 

NeNe Chicken has just opened up in the CBD, and we couldn't be more excited. "Ne" is Korean for "yes" which is what we say whenever someone offers us delicious fried chicken. NeNe chicken is one of South Korea's most beloved fried chicken spots, and it's finally in Brisbane. Yaaas. Offering up our favourite staples of fried chicken and beer, we're already obsessed with this spot.

Thanks to Dello Mano's new store, everyone's favourite brownies will be available in the CBD, yay! The new store will be located in the Tattersall's Arcade off Queen Street Mall. Expect their signature luxury brownies, decadent cakes and tarts and a perfect cup of coffee. 

Charlie's Raw Squeeze, now in Ashgrove, is a vegan one stop shop for fresh, healthy and totally delicious eats. As the name suggests, you can expect raw vegan goodies and a whole lot of gluten free and refined sugar free offerings. Try a 'squeeze bowl' or a smoothie if you're hungry, or a raw sweet treat if you're looking to spoil yourself. Ps. They do happy hour, but for juices!

At long last, the coastal vibes of Noosa Longboards have set up shop on the not so sandy shores of East Brisbane. Stop by to browse the epic array of long boards, drop in for a coffee, surf wear and all the chill vibes. Stocking their own handcrafted line of surfboards plus a curated offering of local artisans and international brands that are so cool it hurts, it's a taste of the coast sans the traffic jams. 

Another fresh face to add to Brisbane's burgoning dining scene, Metropole Bar Eatery in the CBD is a game-changing restaurant, set to ablaze your fickle tastebuds! The dining hall-style precinct will feature various cuisines—Japanese, Vietnamese, America, Italian, the list goes on—plus a number of bars, including a covered laneway, cocktail and espresso bar. Metropole Bar Eatery is due to open in August, so stay tuned!

Health food champions Nodo Donuts and Pressed juices have joined forces in a match made in organic, gluten-free, mouth-watering heaven. Located on Elizabeth Street in the CBD, all of your favourites from both culinary teams are available, with the added bonus of Barefoot Barista coffee grinding up your morning brew, which basically means this is your new daily drop-in for brekky on the go. Doughnuts for breakfast? Now we're talking!

North-siders prepare for a sugar rush because Lucid Sweets has opened its first IRL store in Geebung! Boasting beautiful meringue kisses as far as the eye can see, you can now get your hands on Lucid's infamous sweet treats whenever the sugary mood strikes. With a huge array of mini meringue flavours including rosewater and pistachio, raspberry and coconut, plus our personal fave, toasted coconut, Lucid Sweets is also keeping the more savoury-inclined customers content with freshly toasted bagels, croissants and sandwiches all day, everyday.

If you're looking for authentic, rustic Italian fare (I mean who isn't) Casa Nostra Ristorante in Fortitude Valley is your one-way ticket to Pasta, Pizza, and Pinot paradise! Specialising in classic dishes the way that nonna used to make, Casa Nostra is serving up everything from seafood to grilled meats, pasta to pizza, with a mean list of local and imported Italian wines. Perfect for your next carb craving. Saluti!

Jocelyn's Provisions in Fortitude Valley is one of Brisbane's most celebrated and beloved artisan patisseries. Their beautiful flagship store has undergone a stunning transformation and now resides down the achingly cool Ada Lane, off James Street.

Part restaurant, part garden bar, part glamorous function venue, Darling & Co is Paddington's go-to dining and wining spot thanks to their epic food menu, creative drinks list, friendly staff and open, sun-drenched space. What really sets them apart though, are the four distinctive function spaces (each with their own bar). Ranging from corporate shindigs to special events which are remembered forever, or a ‘just because’ occasion that deserves to be celebrated Darling & Co will bring it to life with customised dining options, bespoke entertainment and a team of staff that are comitted to make your event one for the history books. 

Coffee doesn't come quicker than at Eva St Privateer. Banter? Sure, but don't expect to be waiting around for a life-affirming brew. They’ve limited themselves to just a few things done exceptionally well and they’ll let you enjoy them in what looks like a fairytale lumberjack’s backyard. Expect classic sangas, express breakfast nosh for the road and, of course, cups of the best brew going. 

Cheese enthusiasts (aka everyone) get excited! Word on the grapevine is Brisbane’s cheese game will soon be elevated to the next level, with the addition of French ex-pat Sarah Thuillet's gourmet fromagerie Emile and Solange. Emile and Solange will be gracing the Vielle Branche complex in Albion. These guys have just opened, so start planning your visit ASAP. 

Hailed as one of the best spots in Brisbane for an epic feed, Eat Street Northshore at Hamilton Wharf have been filling up the bellies of hungry Brisbane foodies every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for a while now!

Side Street Kitchen, in Moorooka, is easy to drive past, but you'll be kicking yourself once you realise the deliciousness that lies inside. With a team of super friendly staff serving up all your fave brekky offerings and some pretty decent coffee, this may just be your new fave spot. The Workman's Burger is just epic: hashbrown, fried egg, bacon, hollandaise all served between golden toasted slices of Turkish bread, is perfect for the most hungover of us all, or just the hungriest. You also can't go past the eggs benny here though; the hollandaise is one of the best we've had (citrus and chives, yes please!) and the eggs are cooked to perfection, every time. 

Club Sosay, in Paddington, opening on May 21 is a cafe and bar dedicated to board games! Is there anything better than epic eats and delicious bites shared over a (fiercely competitive) game of your choice? Nope. To be honest, we're kind of just terrified by how much we can consume during a single of sitting of Monopoly...

With industrial style warehouse and a relaxing atmosphere, newly-opened Little Genovese in Coorparoo is one of our favourite places to receive a caffeine hit. They cater for the busier of bees with a takeaway window, and provide freshly baked treats that please all the senses. They welcome everyone, even our four-legged friends!

A regular at the Jan Powers Farmers Markets, this unique food stall takes it slower. No need to put up with unsatisfactory meat-cooking, as Jackalope Slow Food serve slow-cooked and hand-pulled meat rolls that burst with all of your favourite meaty flavours. If you want to shake it up a bit they prepare caramelized banana and white chocolate ganache milkshakes that are borderline addictive. 

Located in Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre, Pelican's Catch has the freshest seafood on the Westside. Open seven days, Pelican's Catch vends premium quality seafood, and freshly fillets their fish and shucks their oysters in store. Punters can also opt to dine in and Pelican's Catch will cook your fillet of choice to perfection. With market fresh seafood arriving daily, the fresh selection changes constantly so there's always something new to try. 

Taking their cue from sister location in Kenmore, Sichuan Bang Bang Paddington represents more than 1000 years of traditional cooking methods and recipes from the Sichuan province, which manifest in a menu of Bang Bang favourites and Paddington's first yum cha. Expect an adventure for your taste receptors, a joy for your belly, and enough variety to spice up your life. 

A welcome addition to the Brisbane cafe scene, Botanica Real Food have opened their second store in Teneriffe! No longer just for the hungry hoards in Red Hill, you can now get your hands on their delicious salads, healthy breakfast options, and their infamous only-slighty-sinful sweet treats from their new digs in Teneriffe!

Move over IKEA, there's a new Nordic-inspired hotspot in town. Lokal + Co is the newest cafe to join West End's epic food line up. Owned by Norwegian expat and chef Herge Olsen and Corey Thoms, Lokal + Co offers the likes of heart-shaped buttermilk waffles with whipped ricotta and honeycombe, house-cured gravalax salmon with rye, and open sandwiches with barbeque sardines. Yum! The only thing that makes Lokal + Co even more appealing are the sleek Scandi-style interiors and the fact that they are dog-friendly. Winning!

Forget the fuddy food courts and crap coffee joints, Brisbane International Airport's departure lounge offers delicious dining in spades! Flying the flag for bloomin' delicious Queensland produce—along with a super slick fit-out to boot—you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to filling up your tum!

Pack your sun hat, put petrol in your car, and set a course north for a morning at the Caloundra Street Fair. On every Sunday from 8am (earlybirds will appreciate) and cracking on until 1pm, the Caloundra Street Fair is the perfect way to spend a day up the coast, stuffifng your face with great food and spending up a storm on local gems. 

Channel your inner Muhammad Ali and step up your boxing prowess at the all new Round9 Fitness Centre in Morningside. The 30 minute high intensity kickboxing and fitness classes will have you saying hello to endorphins and goodbye to being soft.  We'll see you in the ring!

The Fortitude Valley has just added a sophisticated new art-deco restaurant into the mix in the form of Nickel Kitchen & Bar. Open for all of your wining and dining needs, Nickel's leather booths, dark timber interiors and simple but well executed menu make it a must for a long lunch or really long dinner. High on our list of must-eats? The Barossa Valley Chicken Kiev, the sizzling bay prawns with chilli and the honey-roasts chicken waffles. 

Boundary Line Bistro has added some serious foodie cred into the most unlikely of places: the Morningside Panthers Football Club.  Expect footy club fare like you've never seen before (as in, this shiz is fancy). The menu is full of gems like crispy skin salmon and mac and cheese croquettes, plus, a whole menu dedicated to burgers (on milk buns, no less) and another menu dedicated to sundaes. Not to mention all of the classics: there's parmies, steak, chilli crunch wings and fish 'n' chips. It safe to say this is one footy club bistro we're actually excited to eat at. 

Get ready to don your bibs because Brisbane has got a new crab shack in the form of St. James Crabhouse & Kitchen in Kangaroo Point! With Red Claw, Spanner Crabs, Moreton Bay Bugs, Lobster and ALL the sauces on the menu, we can't wait to indulge in primo seafood on the double.

Mamaku, in Clayfield, is bringing Brisbane a heavy punch of Indonesian flavours, and we're loving it! Mamaku means my mother, so you know the food on offer is authentic and rich in family tradition. Keeping with the family vibe, the menu is comprised of share plates that the whole crew can enjoy. Expect classic Asian flavours like dim sims, slow cooked rendang, pork belly, some epic wings and whole lotta chilli. We're obsessed with the Kripik Kulit Babi though, that's a whole bowl of home made pork crackling. Yum!

Set to take the Spring Hill social set by storm, is new cafe Two Donkeys. Serving up a killer breakfast and lunch menu to the hungry hoardes, plus grinding fave Gold Coast beans, Blackboard Coffee exclusively, Two Donkeys is the latest cafe to open in the regenerated suburb.

Housed beneath the historic St Leger stand at Eagle Farm Racecourse, The Precinct at St Leger is the newest addition to the Brisbane cafe scene. Adorned with cosy leather sofas, an 'I-could-while-away-the-entire-day' atmosphere, not to mention a kick-ass menu (courtesy of the Wilde Kitchen crew), St Leger offers up delicious, healthy options for breakfast and lunch, and they make a mean coffee!

Rolls Pho Mi are Brisbane's newest Vietnamese food truck. Serving up all our Vietnamese faves like their epic 24 hour pho, a seriously authentic Banh Mi, deliciously fresh rice paper rolls and other faves. Plus, fresh coconut water, Vietnamese iced coffee and lychee lemonade are on offer here too. Be sure to check out their Facebook page for their latest where-abouts. 

Much loved Brisbane icon, Crosstown Eating House in Woolloongabba has been relaunched as Crosstown Public House after a six month hiatus and we're pretty damn happy about it.

Inner-city dwellers, get your slurp on. Hai Hai Ramen, located on Latrobe Terrace in the heart of Paddington, is serving up delicious bowls of noodle soup that will warm your very soul.

Brisbane's rooftop bar scene has got some hot competiton, with the opening of Sazerac! Set to open on April 13th, and perched atop Four Points by Sheraton—30 storeys high no less!—Sazerac is your new go-to for cocktails and jaw-dropping city views!

Brisbane chocolatiers, Kokopod are doing us chocoholics proud! Available in various local providores and cafes, Kokopod also have an online store, so there really is no excuse for bad-tasting chocolate in this town!

Slack's Track Cafe is the newest venture from the peeps behind 85 Miskin Street. The freshly opened venue is serving up breakfast and lunch on Logan Road in Mount Gravatt. The cafe's moniker came from the area's history; Slack's Track got its name from settler William Slack #TheMoreYouKnow.

Billykart is a Brisbane fave, but now we have Billykart Provisions. It's a deli and bottle shop, in the heart of West End, that has aisles and aisles filled with the most delicious groceries we've ever had the pleasure of seeing. Yuuum. Expect freshly made salads, cakes that resemble works of art, and desserts (snickers tart, anyone?). The best part? Epic time-saving ready made dinners from our fave Brisbane dining institution. Shut up and take our money already, Billykart Provisions. 

Uncle Ho is an epic new Vietnamese beer cafe, or Bia Hoi as it's known in Vietnam, in the Valley. Based on the rustic and raw beer cafes of Vietnam, expect street food staples such as rice paper rolls, banh mi and pho and fresh beer aplenty at Uncle Ho.

What does Brisbane always need more of? Awesome Vietnamese pho of course! We're stoked that brand new restaurant Phat Pho is coming to Newstead in April bringing with it delicious pho in time for the (slightly) cooler autumn weather. There will also be banh mi baguettes, rice paper rolls and super strong Vietnamese-style coffee. 

Housed on the corner of Boundary and Vulture Street, Catchment Brewing Co has quickly made a name for itself amongst the West End craft beer community. Their core range includes plenty of pun-derful creations—the Whynot Lager has certainly caught our attention—that pair perfectly with a burg from Catchment’s plant-based range. Currently on tap are a range of limited edition brews just waiting to be sampled by Brisbane’s beer connoisseurs, the most popular of which you can score in a four-pack. Catchment even sells beers by the carton, so if you find a flavour you love, be sure to scour their site so you can stock up at home. 

Pig & Kraut has brought German Bratwurst, Belgium style frites and iced-tea to South Bank Parklands. Offering easy, grab and go choices as well as dine-in options in their farm-inspired alfresco space, Pig & Kraut is the perfect spot to seek refuge from the heat, seven days a week in the heart of Southbank. 

Nutri Hitt in Geebung is putting a healthy twist on dessert. Forget feeling guilty for treating yourself, Nutri Hitt is providing an alternative to traditional sweets, offering raw, vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free treats. Healthy + delicious = sign us up!

Hopster, on Caxton Street, answers all your craft beer and epic eats prayers. With a roster of boutique craft beers, a puntastic cocktail menu (Gini Hendrinks anyone?) and a bevy of epic events on rotation (cards against humanity night anyone?) we can't get enough of this spot. Oh, and there's mars bar vodka. There are rumours of a cocktail at Hopster that contains an entire fried chicken as a garnish FYI. If the punny menu and epic beers don't have you falling in love already, wait til you see their out of this world burgers. Don't forget to enter their Reaper wings-challenge either, it's a 2,000,000 on the Scolville scale (dat hot!). For $15 you get a dozen wings and a schooner of Fred IPA, if you finish them in 5 minutes you get a big ol' prize and a picture on their wall of fame. 

The Red Hill Markets have found a new home as the Milton Markets on Cribb street. Get set for their launch on April 17th 2017 where you can expect to find South East Queensland's and Northern New South Wales' freshest produce. We can't wait for the gourmet food stalls, traditional foods and market provisions we loved at the Red Hill Markets to finally be back in our lives again. The markets will kick back into the swing of things every Sunday from 6am to 12pm. 

The Yiros Shop is making its way to South Brisbane bringing with it delectable traditional Greek yiros (tender meat on a rotisserie) on soft Greek pitas filled with pork, tomato, onion, parsley, tzatziki, crumbled feta and oregano. 

Botero House has the pick of locations tucked inside a stunning three-story historic building on Adelaide Street. These guys are about more than just coffee; they use each cup of coffee to tell a story—nawww.

Piggy Back in Jindalee is really mixing things up in the west side cafe scene. Brought to you by the legends behind Picnic and Paw Paw Cafe, you know to expect something pretty special, and we can't contain ourselves! Piggy Back is serving up Fonzie Abbott coffee and similar menus to its sister venues: think acai bowls, smoothies and fresh mains very day of the week. Oh, and Piggy Back is also home to some of the prettiest rainbow lattes in Brisbane!

Death Star Canteen is coming to Brisbane! Yes, that means your taste buds will finally be exposed to food from a galaxy far, far away. Inspired by the Eddie Izzard routine, the opening day will feature freebies, music and, most importantly, a pug in a Darth Vader costume. Stay tuned for more updates. 

Republic Coffee Traders is East Brisbane's newest coffee roastery. Dishing up lunch and copious amounts of coffee, this is the perfect spot for weekend hangs and coffee catch ups. Keep an eye on their social media for community roasting nights and cupping sessions. Their menu is delicious too with granola from The Unrefined, and seasonal local produce making up all the classic brekky faves with a unique spin. 

Jimmy Rods Barbershop, at Gasworks have stepped up the barber game in Brisbane. With teams of uber talented traditional barbers taking the guys of Brisbane's hair up a level. Don't just expect a quick trim and a push out the door - the shop is a place to chill out and tell those lames jokes girls won't laugh at. 

Simply Laser in Brisbane's CBD is your go-to for all things beauty. Specialising in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, Simply Laser offers up a variety of treatments; from laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, pigmentation removal, anti-wrinkle injections and also happen to be experts in the infamous HD Brows process.

The Bean and Leaf in Cleveland is a bit of a local's secret. The menu is made up of those classics you always find yourself craving: pita pizza, burgers, antipasti platters, chips... you get the idea. Plus, there's a whole section of the menu devoted to stacks: breakfast stacks, pancake stacks, and yes, an eggs benny stack. Gluten-free folk prepare yourselves, the menu has a huge chuck of GF options. Winning!

If cats and coffee are two of your favourite things, you’re in for a treat at Lucky Cat Café. Here you can book yourself in for a special cat experience session where you’ll have the chance to spend an hour playing with adorable rescue cats (all of whom are fostered from local rescues and up for adoption if you happen to fall in love…) and then if you’re up for it, spend an hour trying your hand at a range of activities including cat toy making, earring or keyring making.

From the Noosa Chocolate Factory comes the latest to their CBD family: the Little Research Store. Serving incredible coffee all day courtesy of local roasters Fonzie Abbott, and offering samples of their 25 different varieties of chocolate, the Little Research Store is an interactive joy unlike any other coffee house in Brisbane. Also on offer are some incredible pick and mix, Amy's famous brownies, and the best selection of hot or cold chocolates around. 

Unforgiven, in Paddington, is Darling & Co's darker, twisted sibling. Think leather, a record player juke box, and back lighting paired with Australian wine and beers. Order the King's Punch; trust us. 

Genkotsu Ramen is as authentic as they come, with its owners honing their ramen skill on the streets of Tokyo. Their broth is brewed for 12 long hours, and each ingredient is marinated, chopped, de-salted and put to the test to ensure you end up with the most delicious bowl of ramen. 

The Doughnut Bar are opening their first store in Wintergarden on the 25th of February. Expect Brisbane's first scrolled ice cream, brioche doughnuts, cronuts and next level doughnut shakes. Plus, they'll play host to Brisbane's first ever instalment of Blackboard Coffee. With new flavours constantly on the go, we feel like it's totally necessary to check back in like, all the time, right? 

KX Pilates have finally opened their doors in Newstead. No longer an exclusive work out of models and celebs lucky enough to have a KX studio in their state, we can't wait to get our sweat on! Unlike regular pilates, KX Pilates combines pilates with endurance and cardio training to make sure you really burn off those calories. 

Sarmic Artisan Provisions have just opened their doors in Bulimba on Apollo Road. Leading the team are chefs Michael Hoare and Sarah Coorey. With super a super cute fit out (think: wall art, colourful pendants), hard to find groceries and a pretty awesome breakfast menu, we're guessing Sarmic Artisan Provisions will be one of Bulimba's new hot spots.