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Libertine at The Barracks, from Brisbane restaurant prodigy Andrew Baturo, has been on the scene for well over 10 years, and they do fusion like nobody's business. In fact, they are Brisbane's only French Vietnamese restaurant and they are on a serious mission to bring this refined cuisine to the masses.

Just got back from Greece and longing for more of that rich, hearty, homestyle cooking? Well Woolloongabba’s newest eatery is here to sate your cravings, with a menu of classic Greek dishes that have been passed down for generations. 

If you like your cocktails with a side of spice, you’re going to want to check out Bar Kazba, ZA ZA TA’s Tel Aviv-inspired side bar in Fortitude Valley. Take a seat, either in the vibrant, Queenslander-inspired bar area or the glamorous, 1940s style lounge and prepare to peruse the menu for a while—you’re gonna struggle deciding what to order, especially with the recent drop of their new winter menu.

Listen up Brissy, a new patisserie is in town and it does not disappoint. If you’re in the mood for some sweet and savoury treats then Beurre Pastries has everything you need to satisfy your cravings. Located on Park Road in the heart of Milton, we guarantee the high-end artisanal patisserie will have you drooling and running back for more. 

Si Baby, located in the recently constructed Newport Marketplace on the Redcliffe peninsula, is an intimate dining experience, perfect for your next date night or a catch up with your closest pal. Here, maroon interiors, globe lights, sleek leather banquettes, and a marble bar come together under the light of a funky neon sign, all while smooth jazz is playing in the background. 

After the departure of Three Blue Ducks, W Brisbane was left with a hole to fill in their food and beverage offering—and filled it they have with their new arrival, The Lex. This sophisticated new eatery is inspired by the iconic New York-style grills but has a distinctly Brisbane flavour, showcasing hyper local produce and natural cooking techniques in a terrace-style venue overlooking the Brisbane River. 

What’s more Queensland than sitting on a patio in the afternoon sun nursing an ice cold beer? Not much, and that’s just what Paddington newcomer Patio wants to recreate in their al fresco neighbourhood bar. Being from the team behind Newstead’s Range Brewing, they of course have the ice cold beer part nailed—but there’s plenty more reasons to make a beeline for the leafy beer garden here. 

From the creators of Kenmore's Method to the Madness Cafe comes a brunch spot in Westlake that's dedicated to all things Shakespeare. To Be Or Not To Be is an homage to the art of Shakespeare's play writing in every detail, from the venue's inerior to the items on the menu. With an indoor dining area nicknamed Juliet and an outdoor space named Romeo, there's plenty of room for a romantic tryst over breakfast. 

This pastel pink artisanal gelato wonderland already has two stores on the coast, in Sanctuary Cove and Main Beach, and has now brought the full range of their popular gelato flavours to Brisbane, including their creamy rose gelato made with rosewater and topped with rose petals, churro gelato and their Biscoff gelato drizzled with caramel. We'll take a triple scoop, thanks. 

Let’s talk tacos. California Tacos, specifically, which has arrived in West End with the brand’s fifth location Queensland-wide. While the venue may appear small when you first enter, there’s definitely more than meets the eye here. Take a wander out back via the laneway (or just sit out the front under the watchful eye of Ron Burgundy if you want, we won’t stop you) and you’ll find yourself in a slate blue oasis peppered with neon pink highlights and natural stone embellishments. Where else would you want to spend an evening sipping margaritas—of which they have six varieties—and munching on Australia’s biggest nachos? 

Opening on Thursday 11 May is Oh Monk, a buzzing new modern Asian eatery in Tarragindi. We love a suburban restaurant, and Oh Monk promises to be one worth ditching your usual city haunts for. After a hefty makeover, this corner eatery in a small neighbourhood complex is now a vibrant spot for group catch ups, date nights and everything in between, featuring neon lights, terracotta walls, a green tiled bar and a multitude of hanging white wicker lanterns. 

Why split your Sunday mornings between brunching and homewares browsing when you can combine the two together? Part cafe, part homewares store, St Lucia’s Sorelle Eatery lets you do just that. A new spot from iconic Brisbane hospitality family the Togninis, who you may recognise from Milton’s Togninis Deli Cafe (and previously Il Locale Italian), Sorelle means ‘sisters’ in Italian, named for both its place as sister venue to Tognini’s and for Mark and Narelle Tognini’s daughters, Madeleine and Nastassia, who have recently joined the family business. 

Brisbane City's Riverland has just reopened with a massive three-tier expansion perfect for afterwork drinks with a stunning riverside view. Whether you’re looking for a place to bring in the weekend or host an event, the new extended deck offers eight unique spaces bound to match your vibe. 

After a few years of winning over Brisbane tastebuds with their array of saucy, flavoursome curries, Fortitude Valley’s Kid Curry is mixing things up. While they previously dished up eats from all over South Asian, they’ve now narrowed their focus to give Thai food the attention it deserves—and while we’ll definitely miss the butter chickens and rendangs, we’re not mad about the chance to add more massaman and pad see ew to our lives. 

Just when you thought West End’s West Village couldn’t get any tastier, along comes yet another foodie offering. A luxurious, 140-seat venue overlooking West Village’s open-air space, The Common, from its perch on the second floor of the South Pavilion, Ippin Japanese Dining comes to us from the restaurateur and owner behind Sydney’s Kuon Omakase, Allta and Funda restaurants, Kenny Lee. 

Looking for a one-of-a-kind dining experience? How about a cyberpunk-inspired Sichuan eatery and bar? Daiki Grill And Bar in Sunnybank Hills is just that, and whether you've already seen it doing the rounds on Tiktok or not, you should check it out for its killer Sichuan cuisine and nightlife vibes. 

Here to change the jewellery game, Sarah & Sebastian just opened their first Brisbane store the CBD—and it's their biggest to date. These are the guys behind the super fine jewellery you’ve probably seen on Insta and if you’ve been stuck on what to buy your mum/friend/girlfriend (you get it), you’ve just found it.  

Craving something to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than The Wheat House, an Asian-style bakery filled with delectable sweet and savoury pastries and bread. Located in the heart of Runcorn, the newly opened bakery serves up an assortment of delicious breads and toasts, including ham and cheese toast, tuna toast and a range of Asian centric breads.  However, the real winner to get your hands on are their cubed croissants. 

Big fan of Korean food? Then you’re probably already acquainted with Maru Korean Restaurant in the CBD and Maru Grill House in Cannon Hill, which have long been known as some of Brisbane’s best Korean spots. Now, the team have opened another Maru Grill House in the city.

Iconic Brisbane pub The Wickham Hotel has had a bit of a facelift of late and been transformed into a thing of beauty. Still staying true to the LGBTQIA+ community who hold her dear, the grand old watering hole’s $3.1 million makeover makes it one of the most stylish spots in Brisbane, with a revamped beer garden, refreshed bar spaces and a new kitchen. 

Joining the ever-growing line up of foodie offerings at Woolloongabba’s South City Square precinct is Los Felix, a hole-in-the-wall taqueria dishing up Southern Cali-inspired Mexican street food fare. With plenty of colourful outdoor seating under vibrant yellow umbrellas, the casual eatery will have you feeling like you’re anywhere but Brisbane, especially once you’ve got your hands wrapped around a soft taco. 

A breezy, outdoor beer garden, the Copacabana Club is tucked away at the back of Mr Badgers in Woolloongabba—but don’t expect a single sign leading the way. Just head down the back of the deli and cafe and you’ll find yourself in what looks like a rundown locker room.

Rosé on tap—need we say more? Ardo’s is Newstead’s new Spanish-influenced wine bar from the City Winery team, and yes, they’ve got a wine tap where you can pour your own wine—but we’ll get to that in a moment. First of all, let us tell you about the bar itself, which is fashioned as a neighbourhood spot for a few wines, some friendly banter with the knowledgeable staff and a bottle of something special to take home. Take a seat at one of the pink stone tables and you can peruse the wines lining the walls, taking your pick from minimal intervention, up-and-coming Australian and European drops.

It might be an hour north of Brisbane across the way from Bribie Island, but Sandstone Point is worth the drive, and if it was only just a little further south we'd class it as Brisbane's best pub—it's that good. With multiple dining and drinking spaces, an epic playground and endless world-class concerts, festvials and other events on the calendar, the waterfront venue covers all the bases, no matter what you're looking for.

Brisbane’s best butcher is going for a secondary title of Brisbane’s best sandwich bar with the opening of Eat At Billy’s, which comes to us from the team behind the legendary Meat At Billy’s. Located ight next door to the Rosalie butcher, this sandwich spot is the fruition of years of thinking, dreaming and planning from owner Billy Gibney, with surprisingly good timing on the opening considering Brisbane’s current obsession with all things between two slices of bread. 

So you’ve got the gym routine downpat—but what about the rest of the elements of a healthy lifestyle? The recovery time, the self-care and even the self-confidence to own your body shape? Well, you can take care of it all in one place now, because Function Well has moved into luxurious new digs in the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct, and it has everything you need for your wellness journey in one place. 

Southern fried chicken lover for whom a certain fast food giant just doesn't cut the mustard will want to get themselves to Loui Belle, the Valley's new Louisiana fried chicken spot that is all about golden, crispy fried chicken. This casual eatery does burgers as well, but really, the chicken is the star of the show, and you'd be making a mistake if you didn't sink your teeth into a tender piece of their signature offering. 

Joining the CBD’s stunning Middle Eastern restaurant, Babylon Brisbane, is Babylon Gardens, a breezy, Mediterranean-inspired bar perched right on the river. Located just in front of its sister venue, Babylon Gardens features two al fresco terraces overlooking the Story Bridge, and is the ultimate spot for a pre-dinner cocktail or after work drinks. 

If you haven’t heard of Guy Grossi, he’s only one of Melbourne’s most iconic chefs, not to mention a well-known media personality who’s appeared on multiple cooking shows. And now, with four restaurants under his belt—Grossi Florentino, Ombra and Arlechin in Melbourne and Garum in Perth—Grossi has brought his particular brand of hospitality to Brisbane, opening Settimo in the CBD. 

Brisbane’s craft beer scene is on the up and up, and the latest newcomer to the scene is Future Magic Brewing Co, which has just taken over a massive, brick-lined warehouse in East Brisbane. After crowdfunding to both get the brewery off the ground and start building a community of beer lovers pre-opening, the brewery (from beer-loving mates Sean Astill and Rhys Pike) already has a legion of fans hitting the venue regularly for knock-off drink and a casual feed. 

This may just be the cutest news you’ve heard all year: a corgi-themed cafe has just landed in Brisbane, and it has its own resident corgi. Now open in a quiet cul de sac in Milton, Corgi Garden is a yellow and white striped pup-friendly cafe with a theme based entirely around the owners’ four-legged baby, a three-year-old corgi named KitKat. 

Bringing Southern Cali vibes to Mitchelton, brothers Tze-Huei and Chewie Choo have teamed up with Chef Ash Kettle to transform a character-filled corner store into a breezy, neighbourhood spot for all day brunching, Mitch & Antler. Queues are already out the door on weekends for a table in the cottage-like cafe, which hides peachy pink walls behind a teal and brick exterior, though you can hit the takeaway window for a coffee while you wait if the caffeine withdrawals are getting to you. 

Newly landing in the iconic Stamford Plaza by the riverfront is La Boca Bar And Grill—a unique fusion of authentic Argentinian cooking and local produce. Argnentinian cuisine is all about cooking over fire, and here you’ll see the massive open flame fireplaces in the heart of the kitchen grilling and smoking tender cuts of aged meat—it’s an experience as much as a hearty dinner spot. 

You love Italian food, obviously, but did you know there’s so much more to it than pizza and pasta? In fact, every region of Italy lays claim to its own distinct cuisine, and West End’s new Pilloni is here to shine a light on one of them, dedicating itself entirely to Sardinian fare. 

Calling all wannabe Picassos and lovers of a good old fashion party—a new entertainment venue has opened up in the heart of Milton, with activities to tickle everyone’s paintbrush. Bringing paint and sip with a twist to Brisbane, Paint  Juicy is a new entertainment hub with activities to suit everyone, including inclusive paint and sips for any skill level (with a bottomless brunch option), nude models for those wanting to work on their still life portrait skills and drag queen shows galore. The party doesn’t stop at Paint Juicy, with banging tunes throughout your sessions to help get those creative juices flowing. Paint Juicy is the perfect space to explore your artistic side with your friends, and maybe even meet some new ones...

Always wondered if you’d make a good florist? Or maybe you just have an upcoming event you want some floral decorations for, but not the usual eye-watering price tag. Well, at Woolloongabba’s new flower market, you can channel your inner florist and create your own bouquets, decorations or arrangements, and all it takes is a little creativity and maybe a good pair of secateurs. 

We’re just going to put it out there: empanadas are a seriously underrated snack. Soft, butter pastry wrapped around meaty, flavoursome fillings that you can eat with one hand? How can you go wrong? Ginger Mendoza, founder of Batch Cookie Bar, agrees, which is why she’s opened Brisbane’s first empanada bar.

Upstairs from Same Same on James Street, you will find LOS, a cosy, cocktail bar oozing sophistication, with a dark green tiled bar inside and plenty of couches for lounging on outside on the patio. Overlooking Ada Lane and The Calile Hotel, the bar has a 140-bottle strong wine list, over 110 tequilas behind the bar and plenty of Thai-inspired cocktails.

Fortitude Valley's dark and moody ESSA comes to us from Phil Marchant, ex-head chef of South Brisbane’s iconic Gauge, and Angela Sclavos, owner of nearby The Green, and is an ideal spot for date night, especially if you can nab a seat at the bar overlooking the open kitchen.

Looking to make your day a little bit fruity? Newstead's Fishbowl has your needs covered with their new acai bowl bar Fruitbowl, right next door. Located in the heart of Gasworks Plaza, you can brighten up your day with a deliciously wholesome bowl of goodness—bascially, it's just like Fishbowl, but with fruit. 

Say hello to Holland Park West newcomer, The Ukrainian Club Brisbane. Officially opening on 12 May, this eatery has been a long time coming—and is much, much more than your usual neighbourhood restaurant. After delaying their launch for 14 months to focus on assisting the thousands of displaced Ukrainians that have settled in Queensland recently (which they are still doing), the team behind this humble establishment are eager to welcome one and all to their little slice of Ukraine here in Brisbane. 

Transport yourself to the streets of New York City at this Woolloongabba lunch spot. From the team behind Clarence Restaurant, Corner Deli is a casula new neighbourhood eatery serving up killer sandwiches hot off the press. 

Kiki does it all. Head down to Fish Lane in South Brisbane and check out this coffee and bahn mi kiosk by day, and savvy cocktail bar by night. Step into a leafy, urban oasis with wooden and marble seating surrounding a central, open bar. At Kiki you can sit down and enjoy a coffee, or pop in for lunch and taste a range of quality Vietnamese bahn mi.

If you haven’t already seen this Korean street food chain trending on TikTok and Instagram, then you really should check them out. Sinjeon, which has over 700 stores world wide, has just opened its second Brisbane location in the CBD (the first one you'll find in Sunnybank), and it's already got Korean street food lovers queuing up for their authentic, affordable eats.

Seen those fluffy Japanese souffle pancakes all over Instagram and TikTok but never tried them for yourself? Well Fluffy Japancakes is giving you the chance to experience the jiggle weekly with their new stall at Eat Street. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening, this pop-up is dedicated to nothing but sweet and savoury souffle pancakes.

If you’ve driven through Chapel Hill recently and come across a large line of people cueing outside a little bakery, there’s a good chance you spotted Gathered Bakers. This humble village bakehouse has swiftly made a name for itself within the local community since opening in 2022, and there’s no question as to why they’ve become so quickly admired once you try any of their delectable artisanal treats.

Picture this—European Bistro meets stunning heritage bank in the centre of Brisbane’s CBD. Yes, you read that right, a restaurant inside what was once a bank. Banc Brasserie & Wine Bar has incorporated the gorgeous architecture of this long-standing heritage structure and revamped the space with tasteful modern touches, making this restaurant truly one-of-a-kind.

Brought to you by furniture store Coco Republic, who first dipped their toe into hospitality back in 2015 in Sydney, L’Americano Espresso Bar is a fresh new follow-up and Brisbane's own window into the Italian Riviera (without the 18-hour flight). 

If eggs benny, cappucinos and puppy pats sounds like your idea of the perfect Sunday morning, then you need to pay a visit to Dach Cafe in Stones Corner. This dachshund-themed cafe is as much for the four-legged friends amongst us as it is the humans, and you'll find plenty pups there of a morning willing and ready to be scratched behind the ears while you tuck into a hearty breakfast. 

Late 2022 brought the stunning Adelita Wine Bar to Brisbane’s bayside and we’re so glad it did. Beaming with gorgeous emerald tones, this is a chilled spot to sip an evening away with vinos from some of Australia’s best wine makers and snack on modern-Australian eats. Whether you want to perch up at the marble bar, sink into a lounge chair with a cocktail or nab a table for a decadent meal, there’s a place for you here. 

Straddie Brewing Co is a must-visit on your next North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) adventure. 

Prepare to whet your whistle, north side beer lovers, because a relaxed brewpub pouring easy-drinking beers just landed in a huge old WWII hanger in Wilston. Archer Brewing, who you may already know from their range of craft beers or the old Archer’s Bunker in Spring Hill, has a permanent new home, one where you can knock back a pint in view of the massive silver tanks brewing up even more of the good stuff. 

Let’s face it, most of us aren’t blessed with naturally straight, silky hair or long locks of natural beach waves. Most of us wake up each morning with to reoccurring frizz that, despite all our straightening efforts, just can’t be tamed. If you’re sitting there nodding, we’ve got news for you—after taming the locks of the Gold Coast and Sydney, The Straightening Salon has brought their non-toxic permanent and semi-permanent hair straightening treatments to Brisbane, opening in Fortitude Valley.

What began with an Italian baker handing down a recipe for an artesian Napoli-style pizza dough has progressed to the opening of munja. Bringing authentic, woodfired pizza (from their gorgeously tiled oven might we add) to Brisbane’s bayside, munja is a must-try next time you're craving a cheesy slice. 

These days, we know it's not enough to just focus on either our diet, our fitness or our mental wellbeing—holistic wellness means looking after every aspect of our inner and outer health. Red Hill's Vikasati understands the importance of this, so they've created a space where you can work on all three under one roof, including a gym, cafe and a stunning new bathhouse. 

Known for bringing traditional Hellenic feasting into the now, Jonathan Barthelmess gave the Greek taverna a swanky update with The Apollo Restaurant in Sydney. As avid fans of Greek food in all forms, we frothed it, and we’re frothing harder still now that Barthelmess has brought tavern 2.0 to Brisbane with Greca.

If you find yourself in the Ipswich area, Pumpyard Bar is worth the visit for an ice cold beer and a gourmet pub feed. Whether you opt for relaxed, outdoor dining beneath festoon lights during the summer or bar tables inside the brewery in the cooler months, Pumpyard has something for everyone.

Initially a travelling pop-up store, Désordre has become a go-to for party outfits that stand out—and it has just opened its first Brisbane boutique. Step into the all-pink wonderland just off James Street to find party looks from international and local designers.

Well known as one of Melbourne’s best venues for authentic sushi and sashimi, Komeyui has expanded north, bringing its delicate Japanese eats to Spring Hill. Tucked away on Wharf Street, the restaurant is deliberately minimalist and tranquil, featuring grey tile floors, light timber furnishings and a lengthy sushi bar, because here, the art is on the plate. 

After just over a year of pouring smooth coffees and slinging pastries and toasties to hungry Valley goers, Rings A Bell has finally added an all-day breakfast menu to their offering, and there’s a trio of breakfast baos on it that’s calling your name.