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Newly landed in Newstead is a  French eatery that’s here to challenge everything you know about French food. Created by Simon Lambert and Behrooz Farahnakian, the duo behind Bardon’s La Belle Vie, Duck Fat is turning the classic French dining experience on its head, ditching the white tablecloths and instead making the cuisine more approchable, not just something you save for special occasions. 

Luckies Kitchen is a playful, relaxed spot dishing up Southeast Asian flavours and quirky cocktails in a vibrant setting. Tucked up behind buzzing Oxford Street, the eatery is decidedly casual, featuring hanging lanterns, neon lighting and colourful posters on the walls. 

Newly opened in Newstead, The Hive is one of those neighbourhood venues that’s a little bit of everything. Part cafe, part bar, part casual eatery, part takeaway haunt, even part co-working space, this once industrial warehouse invites one and all to become a part of their hive, whether you’re in need of a quick caffeine hit or a long leisurely lunch. 

The iconic South Brisbane venue that used to be home to Little Big House has just had a very British revamp, reopening as The Rose & Crown, a London-style pub in the heart of South Bank. The two story Queenslander nestled under the Emporium still features those expansive wrap-around balconies and breezy beer garden you know and love, but now the interiors will transport you straight to a homely British pub, featuring rustic mirrors, antique furnishings and an authentic menu to match. 

Meat lovers, if you’ve yet to check out Racecourse Road’s Flaming & Co, it’s time you booked yourself a table. This Hamilton eatery is cooking everything over fire, with their huge hearth easily visible in the open kitchen as soon as you walk in, and locally sourced proteins of course taking pride of place. 

Woolloongabba just scored a groovy new burger joint and boy do we have some things to say. Sue’s Burgers & Shakes, who you might already know from their pumping Carindale location, has set up shop in ever-growing South/Ciy/SQ precinct, and definitely know what they’re doing when it comes to good burgs.

You might not expect to find a cosy fine dining spot tucked away in Clayfield, but that’s just the first of many surprises being offered up by Wooden Horse. Though the neighbourhood favourite has been around for quite some time, it recently saw a change in ownership, with Executive Chef Nick Alba and his wife Ruby taking over and adding their own distinct flair to the restaurant. 

Chapel Hill might not be where you’d expect to find a sleek and sophisticated date night-worthy restaurant, but here we are, racing to get a booking at Chalong, the area’s new modern Thai spot. Tucked away in a neighbourhood shopping strip, this is not your average suburban eatery—everything here is elevated, from the food to the decor. 

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. Landing on Sandgate Road in Virginia, here you can soak, steam, float and cold plunge to your heart’s content, in a state-of-the-art facility focused on holistic wellbeing. 

If you missed the news that Brisbane CBD’s Amora Hotel has just reopened after a $30 million transformation, here’s an extra tidbit of info that might get your attention—the swanky accommodation comes with a stunning new restaurant inside. Taking pride of place on the lobby level of the luxurious hotel, Dapl is a botanically-themed modern Australian dining destination where you can indulge in diverse native flavours, ingredients and libations. 

New Farm’s dining landscape just got a facelift with Common Vice stepping into the spotlight, taking over the reins from the legendary Bitter Suite. Dishing up bold and mouth-watering pan-Asian plates, this cosy neighbourhood bar and eatery is set to be your new local. 

Proffering authentic yakitori properly grilled over a charcoal fire, plenty more Japanese eats on the side (bonus) and all the sake that you can handle responsibly, Bird’s Nest has been slinging skewers in West End since 2013. But with their legion of fans growing ever larger, their Melbourne Street digs started feeling a little cramped—so they’ve moved into a bigger and better spot right across the road on Edmondstone Street. 

Prepare to ‘buon appetito’ your way through the heart of Coorparoo with the arrival of Chef Ashley-Maree Kent’s latest creation, Bar Rocco. This lively Italian osteria is the younger, more laid-back sibling to Ramona Trattoria just next door and brings even more European charm to the neighbourhood—which was already becoming a mecca for Italian food thanks to Kent’s talents in the hand-shaped pasta department.

From market stall to containership venue (you’ll still find them at Eat Street every weekend) and now not one, but two permanent locations, Souffle Japancakes is on a mission to bring fluffy souffle pancakes to every corner of Brisbane—and our bodies are ready. Dishing up some of the wobbliest, jiggliest stacks of pancakes you’ll ever eat, this tiny new hole-in-the-wall cafe in Greenslopes is Souffle Japancakes second permanent venue (you’ll find their first in Westfield Chermside), but it’s got a unique drawcard not available elsewhere—gluten-free souffle pancakes. 

If you regularly hunt down Japanese fare in your dining adventures around town, you probably already know about Uncle Don in Rosalie and their impressive donburi. But now, there’s another location where you can get your rice bowl fix, with a second Uncle Don landing in West End. Even better, here the popular eatery has levelled up not just in size in comparison to their Paddington store, but also with an elevated menu, interior, and drinks list. 

If you’re a Newstead resident, you might have noticed the space on the corner of Skyring Terrace and Wyandra has undergone a changeover. Previously home to Pantry 360, the airy spot has transformed into Monal Dining, a relaxed but polished eatery from Yogesh Budathoki, ex-chef at Greca, Yoko and Honto, and co-owner Roman Bhandari. 

Newly opened in the heart of Rosalie village, Lulu Ramen isn’t your usual ramen spot. While you might be familiar with tonkotsu, a regular slurper of shoyo and a miso maven, this joint specialises in chicken broth ramen—and it’s worth adding to your noodle hit list. 

A cult favourite in Victoria, CorePlus has made its way north, opening its first interstate location in West End. This pilates, reformer and yoga studio offers both heated and non-heated classes with a heap of options to choose from, whether you want a slow, mindful practice or an intense cardio session. 

Whether you’re a regular visitor to the Beenleigh Rum Distillery or you’ve just sailed past it on the highway a thousand times, you’re no doubt aware of this 135 year old boutique distillery on the banks of the Albert River in Eagleby. However there’s a new addition to the precinct that might just have you pulling off the motorway for a pitstop—an 80-seat full-service restaurant dishing up comfort food with a twist. 

Get excited northsiders (especially those of you that are gluten-averse), because Nodo Donuts, Brisbane’s iconic slinger of gluten-free, baked donuts, has opened its ninth store, and this one is on the north side. While we’ve been able to get our fix at kiosks in Chermside and North Lakes for a while, this is the first dedicated Nodo cafe for the north side, and it comes complete with stunning terracotta tiled designer interiors and an outdoor seating area with picnic tables under white umbrellas. 

A stalwart of Brisbane’s dining scene for the last decade, Gerard’s Bistro has just undergone a stunning transformation, reopening on James Street looking better than ever. After months of anticipation throughout 2023, we can finally see what the redesign has wrought—and boy was it worth the wait. 

With the 2032 Brisbane Olympics coming up fast, Northshore Hamilton has been earmarked for the Olympic Village—and as such, we're beginning to see some promising spots pop up one by one in the area. One of the first to arrive is Ach Wine Bar, which you’ll find tucked away between office buildings along MacArthur Ave. Though the venue is as intimate as it gets–a humble 50-seater–this spot is worth seeking out for a bite to eat.

This South Brisbane restaurant will whisk you away to Lake Como, with its opulent interiors,  modern Italian menu and champagne-fuelled  party vibes.

From the team behind South Bank's Moge Tee comes a brand new spot for sweet treats, Fluffy Souffle. Now open on the corner of Grey Street and Little Stanley Street in South Bank, this establishment may be small, but is already attracting lines out the door for their uber fluffy souffle pancakes. 

Unless you’re a far north sider, you’re probably not familiar with The Belvedere Hotel—but after its soon-to-be-completed mammoth renovation, we dare say you will be. This Redcliffe icon reopened after a year-long $10 million makeover, complete with five bars, a pizzeria, gelato shop, dining area and sweeping views of the bay—so it’s definitely going to attract patrons from near and far. 

American-style burger joint Benny’s has come to Brisbane, bringing along their famed loaded burgers and indulgent thick shakes. Since their 2013 debut in Adelaide, Benny’s Burgers has gained traction for their cheat meal’ inspired menu and became a regular haunt for people looking to cave into their sweet or salty cravings, with 10 stores across Adelaide, Melbourne and now, Brisbane.

Yo-Chi is Australia's fastest-growing frozen yoghurt brand and after one visit to this bustling fro-yo joint, you'll see why. Brisbane residents now have three venues to choose from when searching for their fro-yo fix, with the recently opened Yo-Chi Paddington slinging up frozen delights to the western ‘burbs alongside their CBD and Garden City locations. 

Gaythorne just scored a buttery new cafe from a duo that includes the owner of Hawthorne’s popular Sister Cafe, one dishing up just the essentials for your morning commute or weekend pitstop. With a dog-friendly outdoor courtyard in front of the hole-in-the-wall spot, you can dine in or just grab a coffee and go, depending on how much of a rush you’re in.

One of Brisbane’s favourite Mexican spots, Pepe’s Mexican has just opened a third location over in Wynnum, meaning baysiders can now dig into their famed sizzling fajitas and classic tacos. Taking over the old site of Miss Mexicana, the team have kept the vibrant decor much the same, with bright, colourful walls decorated with hanging greenery, wicker lights and patterned cushions, and long or short tables to accommodate both lively groups and couples on date night.

Springing from the crew who run Say Cheese, Brisbane’s favourite cheese platter delivery company, Spread knows a thing or two about a good carb and dairy combo. Tucked away on a suburban strip in Camp Hill, the casual but stylish venue is somewhere you’d be more than happy to take a date, but is equally suited for a mid-week family dinner with the kids—and they even do takeaway. 

When standard pizzas just won't do, head for Little G, where a rotating menu board of specials features reimagined slices like nothing you've ever tasted before, and even the regular pies are a cut above average. While original owners Danielle and George Diacos have hung up their proverbial apron and chefs hat, the Woolloongabba pizzeria has been left in the very capable hands of new owner (and pizza lover) Monica Emerich. Meanwhile, the restaurant's sous chef of four years, Lucas Yamanaka, has taken over as co-head chef with best friend and up-and-coming superstar, Enzo Gajardo, who are continuing to nail the art of the perfect Roma-style crust.

Paddington just scored a new laneway Italian restaurant, one that’s sleek and stylish enough for date night but also relaxed enough that you won’t feel out of place popping in for a casual weeknight dinner. Landing right on Given Terrace, Fratelli is easy to spot by its red and white striped awning, with seating available in the stone-walled dining room or outside on the breezy deck. 

Hidden away just off Oxford Street in Bulimba you'll find Melrose, a dreamy restaurant and bar that has just been taken over by experienced husband and wife duo, Paul and Anna Adams. Originally designed to feel like one of Bali’s luxe beach clubs and resorts, a fully retractable roof means this spot has all the rooftop vibes—we recommend getting a booking for just before sunset, so you can get the full effect but still finish your meal under the stars.

The team behind Mitchelton’s hottest cafe Mitch & Antler have taken one of their best-selling menu items, the croque madame—a magnificent sourdough toastie packed with smoked ham, manchego and egmont cheese and mustard and leek cream, topped with a fried free-range egg—and placed it front and centre in their newest addition to the James Street precinct, James & Antler. Don’t let size fool you, this container cafe may be tiny but it is serving up massive flavour. 

In case you hadn’t noticed, Newport on the Redcliffe peninsula has scored a slew of delicious eateries recently, all of them worth the drive north. One of those eateries is Quê Dining, a sleek and stylish new Vietnamese spot from the team behind Paddington’s Ngon. As well as a stunning dark green fit out, here you’ll find elevated Vietnamese fare that will leave you wanting more. 

Opening on 12 October is C’est Du Gâteau, Brisbane’s newest French bakery and patisserie. Landing on Grey Street in South Bank, this heavenly spot comes to us from two French pastry chefs, Sebastien and Fred, who’ve worked their way around Europe and Brisbane, and are now keen to share their croissant-making skills with the South Bank masses. 

Ramen Danbo has come a long way from their origins in Chikushino, on one of Japan’s southern islands. After opening their first store in 2000, news of their supreme noodles spread to the rest of the island, then the entire country, and these days Ramen Danbo is an international sensation. At their Pimpama store, they’re breaking the internet once again with Australia’s first drive thru ramen, where you can now grab a bowl of tonkotsu on the run. 

Harry Potter fans, it’s time for a roadtrip to Samford Village, because the creators of The Store Of Requirement have added a themed cafe to their offering—and it’s a must-visit. 

Craft butcher Peter Augutus is one of those butchers where you know you’re always going to get a good quality product. Family-owned by Australian beef and cattle company Stanbroke, the name pays tribute to the late patriarch Peter Menegazzo, and one of Stanbroke’s vast cattle stations in northern Australia, Augustus Downs Station. The combination of the two tells of both the company’s legacy and their cattle’s prime grazing country, ensuring you’ll only end up with the best cuts of meat on your plate.

Home to just about every kind of entertainment under the sun, Kingpin Chermside is the place to while away an entire day, hopping from one epic activity to another. You want to go ten-pin bowling with the crew? You’ve got it. Keen to let out some steam on a laser tag course? You can do that too. Arcade games, table tennis and virtual reality games? They’ve got them all—you can even book in for a karaoke session in one of their private rooms, and hit the fully licensed bar for a bite to eat when you get peckish (and a drink of course). 

The Ipswich CBD has scored a gorgeous new laneway wine bar and restaurant where you can enjoy a glass of red over Mediterranean-inspired share plates and wood-fired pizzas. With stunning interiors that wouldn’t look out of place on a cobbled European street and a cosy undercover laneway perfect for date night hangs, Monte Lane is worth a visit whether you’re an Ipswich local or not. 

Established in 2019, July is one of the hottest names in all things travel and lifestyle right now, with the luggage connoisseurs capturing the hearts of globe-trotters and voyagers all around the world. Their impeccably made products will take you the distance with the perfect integration of luxury and class, minus the hefty price tag. They have made plenty of headway in the industry, opening their first store five years ago in their hometown Melbourne, and this year being named official partners of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Now, they’re finally coming to Brisbane, with James Street the home to the eloquently designed flagship store.

A second venue for the Gold Coast institution, Mexicali has come to Brisbane, taking over an open air rooftop space in Bulimba and filling it with stunning bespoke furnishings that will whisk you away to the coast of Mexico. Whether you opt for a giant booth or perch up at the bar tables overlooking Oxford Street below, prepare for a feast of tacos, snacks and of course, endless margaritas. 

Emily Yeoh is the first restaurant for Masterchef 2014 contestant Emily Yeoh, after spending the six years refining her trade at the highly acclaimed Attica in Melbourne, as well as our own GOMA and Blackbird. In her transition from biomedical engineer to culinary queen and Masterchef alumni, Emily was inspired to create a menu her grandmother would be proud of, with her Paddington venue paying homage to her Cantonese and Malaysian heritage. 

A little gem in the city fringe, Elementi is an homage to traditional Italian cuisine—and with an ex-Julius sous chef and an ex-Beccofino pizza chef in the kitchen, you know it’s going to be good. The relaxed, pared back interiors are the perfect match for the simplicity and culinary traditions shining through on their menu, which you can pair with something from a lengthy list of intriguing wines. 

With locations across Queensland and NSW, EMF has been making waves in the health and fitness world thanks to their mega wellness hubs, which combine everything from gym equipment and group classes to contrast therapy, meditation rooms and co-working spaces. While south and northsiders have been able to experience their performance centres for a while now at Springfield, North Lakes, Browns Plains and Mango Hill, city workers can also now achieve peak wellness with a brand new mega fitness centre arriving in the CBD. 

The busy Brunswick Street strip just past the Fortitude Valley mall has seen a few boozy new additions to its lineup in recent months, one of them being Lang’s Lounge, a boutique spot for cocktails with a difference. Step into this cosy bar and you’ll find comfy lounges, exposed brick walls and a cocktail list just begging to be sampled. 

A stunning, greenery adorned eatery just off James Street, The Green is part plant store, part cafe and restaurant. But while the plants and rich pink interiors may steal your focus upon entry, the Middle Eastern menu is what will hold it, whether you visit for breakfast, lunch or their new weekend dinners.

Calm, warming neutral tones, terrazzo and concrete furnishings and spectacular waterfront views—a stay at Ardo hotel is unparalleled in its stunning architecture and meticulous eye for detail that ensures beauty at every corner.

Brisbane certainly isn’t short of a good craft brewery, but if you want to sink a cold one somewhere so relaxed and cosy that it feels like your mates place, head for Hoppers Brewing Co. This Albion bar might be small, but they’re pouring some big, juicy beers, which you can spot being brewed up right there in the warehouse behind the bar. 

Previously known as Kin + Co, Kin has a fresh new logo but the same dedicated team behind it, minus a few members of the family who opened it back in 2015. Well-known as a Teneriffe meeting spot, Kin’s coffee window is the MVP of the whole operation, where you’ll find a crowd of river strollers, dog runners and caffeine hunters awaiting coffees and snacks of a weekend, when the cafe serves up takeaway only. 

More than just a float destination, City Cave is your ultimate relaxation retreat. Their state-of-the-art Brisbane wellness centres offer a whole host of services to heal and revitalise every facet of your being, from float therapy and infared saunas to remedial, sports, pregnancy and relaxation massages. 

Ready yourselves to down a few cold ones, southsiders, because a brand new distillery has landed at Eagleby’s Distillery Road Market—and there’s 30,000 litres of beer in the tanks ready to be poured. Perentie Brewing Co. specialises in authentic lagers brewed on site in a huge architecturally-designed space, complete with a beer garden overlooking the Albert River. 

If you know of Wynumm’s Mekhong, you’ll know that it’s one of the best Thai restaurants in Brisbane—but for those unacquainted with the bayside gem, get excited because the creator of this famed spot has opened a new Thai eatery, and it’s right in the heart of town. 

The bustling Fish Lane is home to the ever-iconic Julius Pizzeria, which has dished out wood-fired pizza goodness to hungry South Brisbane crowds since the beginning of time. But if you've ever tried snagging a table, you know it's like playing pizza roulette. Fret not, pizza lovers. The brains behind Julius have hatched Bar Rosa, a slick 35-seater Italian wine bar just a stone's throw away on Grey Street.

Good Things Grocer has brought some sweet Northern Rivers charm up the highway to the southern ‘burbs of Brisbane. This culinary haven is housed in the old Tarragindi Fruit Barn, bringing the iconic corner store back to life. They just don’t make supermarkets like this anymore, filled with small-batch producers and regional farm goodies, where you’re not just shopping, you’re uncovering the story of where your weekly groceries came from. 

Brisbane cafe, Wild Canary, in Brookfield, is a gorgeous botanical bistro nestled in a beautiful setting alongside the award-winning Brookfield Gardens. Set in the lush garden paradise, the bistro features a highly seasonal menu, which is inspired by the extensive kitchen gardens—you can feel (and taste) the strong gardening focus in every dish. 

Brookfield Gardens is so much more than a nursery—it's a gardeners utopia with a serious lifestyle edge. Set in the oasis that is Brookfield—only 20 short minutes from Brisbane's CBD—Brookfield Gardens is the place to get inspired and find everything you need to start that backyard makeover.

Axe throwing. It's as simple as it sounds. Basically, you hurl a hatchet at a wooden wall with all your might, channelling some kind of hectic Viking lord. And now you can let off steam by chucking an axe right in the heart of the CBD—hello, post-work therapy session. 

We're finally going to live out our dreams of weekly spa and sauna sessions, thanks a stunning open-air bathhouse in West End. The Gold Coast's Soak Bathhouse has opened a second wellness centre in Brisbane, this one on the rooftop of West Village. Yes, a rooftop bathhouse.