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Specialising in perfectly-cooked steaks, fresh seafood and smooth martinis, SK Steak and Oyster is the latest venue from Hellenika's Simon Gloftis. Channeling an airy, Palm Springs vibe much like The Calile hotel setting that it calls home, you'll walk into a airy, light filled space filled with a long row of circular, cushioned booths, curved, marble topped bar and a baby grand piano.

If low and slow cooked meats washed down with top shelf whiskey sound like your idea of the perfect meal, then you're going to want to make a beeline for Proof BBQ & Booze. Popping up in an unorthodox location in Windsor, this BBQ joint is a purveyor of all the best things to come out of the deep south: Beef brisket, banoffee pie and smooth, smokey spirits. 

Vintage and cutting edge streetwear fans alike will want to check out this one-of-a-kind streetwear store, where you'll find Yeezys alongside old school Jordans as well as a carefully curated of range of clothing, accessories and footwear. 

With industrial styling, sky high ceilings and wide windows overlooking the street for prime people watching views, Chu Bistro is uber casual, perfect for midweek lunches or last minute dinner plans with the crew. From the pork and chicken chive dumplings in lashings of chilli oil to the crispy fried eggplants with szechuan dressing, the menu is made for sharing—though you might not want to after a bite of the turmeric marinated fried chicken cutlets doused in soy chilli sauce.

Fresh new brow and lash bar Browco is the latest beauty service occupant at Westfield Chermside. Already one of Sydney's favourite brow shapers, with a location on the Sunshine Coast as well, the luxe bar has finally hit Brisbane, with an utterly gorgeous (and oh so Instagrammable) beauty bar landing on the ground floor of Westfield.

Hand-crafted joy on a stick—that's what you'll find behind the glass at Happy Pops. A Noosa fave, this cute and quirky dessert bar has now landed in South Bank, just in time for a summer full of sweetness.

Whether you're on the hunt for an uber creative breakfast or just craving a good cup of coffee, Wilston's Freja's Cafe pumps out both on the daily to take your breakfast to the next level. 

A space where worlds and cultures collide amongst a vibrant, colonial backdrop, ZA ZA TA has made its highly-anticipated and spicy new Middle Eastern arrival to the Brisbane foodie scene. Experience a soulful blend of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine that brings a distinctly modern twist to centuries-old flavours, designed to be shared and savoured amongst friends. 

If you’ve ever salivated over the epic eats on offer at Phat Elephant, you’ll want to check out the new venue from owner Alyssa Phadungkiat, whose quirky style and impressive attention-to-detail is also behind Brisbane favourites like Chai Thai in New Farm and Chapter IV in Paddington. Though Alyssa says she never meant to start a hospitality empire, she’s well on her way, and Phat Boy is shaping up to be the hottest venue of the lot.

There’s really nothing better than a good bacon and egg roll—a soft bun (but not too soft), massive stack of bacon and a gooey egg loaded up with plenty of sauce. And that’s exactly what you’ll find on the menu at Newstead hole-in-the-wall spot, Yolk. That’s not completely all—obviously you’ll need a crisp hashbrown to go with that breakfast roll, as well as a smooth coffee. But the roll really is the star of the show here.

While we’re all for foodie news and new restaurant openings, we’re also partial to a little post-lunch TLC, and thankfully, we’ve found a spot where we can combine both.

You can never have too many places to drink beer and smash pretzels, which is why we're pretty stoked that The Bavarian have opened up another German beer hall to join their Eagle Street Pier and Chermside venues, this one landing at The Barracks in Paddington.  

After months of hype, Fortitude Music Hall has finally flung open the doors on its 3000 person capacity live performance space to the joy of music lovers everywhere. 

While the heritage building taken over by Hotel Carrington is oozing in history, the real draw card of this new Valley boozer is its two (that’s right, two) beer gardens, perfect for long mid-week lunches, weekend cocktails and everything in between. 

It might only be small, but this cosy East Brisbane restaurant packs a big punch in both flavour and character. Named for the two words which make us smile for a photo—cheese for us, kimchi if you’re in Korea—the venue is a fusion of Western and Korean fare, dished up in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. 

A glam pan-Asian restaurant that transforms into thumping bar complete with a dancefloor late at night, Mr Mista is the kind of place where you start and end the night. You'll start in one of their cosy, velvet green booths, feasting on delicious bao buns, moreish fries and spicy curries under the neon lights, with exotic cocktails to help you wash it all down. You'll finish it dancing the night away once the tables have been cleared away and the DJ has hit the decks. Dress to impress.

Want to try a workout with a difference? Start warming up now, because Sydney’s hugely cool bouldering gym 9 Degrees has finally hit Brisbane, bringing an epic new addition to the Brisbane rock climbing scene. Launching in a massive air-conditioned space in Enoggera, the new spot means you can climb, swing and clamber to your heart's content, without ever having to worry about the weather or your fear of heights. 

Locals on the east side of Brisbane can finally start to understand the inner city's obsession with salad with the news that cult salad bar Botanica has opened its third location over in Camp Hill. After the immense popularity of both the Red Hill and Newstead locations it’s high time east siders got a taste of their impressive salads, and it probably won't be long before they're as addicted to kale as the rest of us. 

A well-kept secret by Keperra locals, The Crampton Social is the cosy spot to head to when you don't feel like traveling for a stack of pancakes. 

Bringing the cool, crisp style of an inner-city café to the quiet suburbs of Logan, The Laneway Green has all the trappings you want in a Sunday morning brunch spot, no traipsing north necessary. With a luxe interior adorned with hanging greenery, the cafe dishes up a tasty menu of locally sourced foods on the daily, and paleo chef Jenny Zwemer has made sure the drool-worthy line up of eats caters to all tastes and dietary needs—even your pooch will be taken care of with a pet-friendly menu on the way.

Joining the new FV by Peppers precinct at the very northern end of Brunswick Street, this hip new Mexican restaurant is sleek and understated—there’s not a hint of Day of the Dead theming here (though you will spot very real cactuses lining the window). Instead, wicker lamp shades cast a patterned shade over panelled bench seating, tiled high tables and polished concrete floors, with a marbled bar lining one side of the intimate dining area. 

South siders, start practicing your chopstick skills, because cult noodle favourite Taro's Ramen has landed in Stones Corner, bringing its delicious, authentic bowls of Japanese goodness to Logan Road. 

Hailing from the southern states, Brisbane Phoenix is the fifth venue from Sydney’s much lauded Phoenix Group, who decided to expand their dumpling empire north after successfully conquering pretty much every corner of Sydney. Bringing with them their signature sleek interiors and top tier yum cha dishes, the new venue is definitely one for group hangs, and even boasts a private dining room that can seat up to 20 people around the biggest lazy Susan you’ve ever seen.

If you’ve spent any time at Brisbane’s fashion markets, you’re probably familiar with Aster + Lilou. This local label has been doing upcycled and vintage fashion since before it was cool.

Gold Coastians have been slurping Ramen Danbo since it crash landed there in 2017. It’s about time Brisbane joined the pork party.

There’s really only one thing you absolutely need to know about this Fortitude Valley restaurant and wine bar: they dish up the best duck ragu you’ll ever eat. Period. If it takes more than that to get you in the door, however, there’s plenty more reasons to drop by and nab a table at Mosconi.

Occupying the space in Bakery Lane left by I Heart Brownies, this latest in schmick eateries is brought to us by Tim and Sarah Scott. After a career in hospitality that includes stints at premier Sydney establishments like Sepia, Sixpenny and the much-decorated Automata, a natural progression for the couple was to take on running a restaurant of their own.

With a modern Australian take on all your gastropub favourites, there’s a little something for everyone at Foresters. Breakfast has a couple of twists on brekky industry standards like smashed avo on toast with quinoa loaf topped with hummus, dukkha and cashew cream. Or if ‘dessert first’ speaks your language, tuck into soufflé pancakes with brulee custard, served with passionfruit, raspberries and mandarin shavings to top it off.

Since opening their doors in Bondi Beach way back in 2016, Milky Lane has already planted themselves firmly on many Sydneysider’s foodie hit lists. And now, Sydney's infamous burger joint has landed in Brisbane.

Bringing peachy interiors, chilled vibes and some seriously snappable breakfasts to Hawthorne, Sister Cafe is sibling to New Farm fave Miss Jones and worth travelling south of the river for. On the menu, envy-inspiring dishes like breakfast gnocchi with mushroom ragu and bacon crumb and gingerbread waffles with cinnamon custard and honeycomb gelato are definitely the stars of the show, but there’s also some spruced up classics like Asian-style pork-belly benedict served on potato hash and smashed avo on toast with corn cream.

You know a good fish n’ chip restaurant the moment you get out of the car. It should smell like the sea (not like old fish), and the oil should be daffodil gold (not like second-hand Mobil unleaded).

Just when you think the Howard Smith Wharves precinct couldn’t get any more delicious… (Seriously, we’ve gained 7kg just reviewing this development. You can read more about it here.)

Tucked away in the leafy suburb of Bulimba, owner and designer Safa Itote has opened The Common Thread, one of a handful of Brisbane boutiques showcasing sustainable and ethical clothing labels.

A luxe restaurant and wine bar combo, Drum Dining comes from the crew behind Malt Dining, Malt Pier and Vaquero, so you know it's going to be good. 

Positioned right on the corner of Main Street in Kangaroo Point, One Fish looks like a paper lantern from the street. Inside, the refurbished Queenslander retains a homey sense of comfort against the fresh, white decor, and feels like something closer to a small beachside bar with plenty of window seating and natural light. 

Just around the corner from Toowong Village, Maria Caribbean Kitchen brings some seriously tropical vibes to the inner western suburb. Perfect for everything from group hangs with plenty of cocktails to chilled weeknight dinners with your closest pals, the venue is quite the looker, from the handmade wicker light hangings to the pastel pink wall and cane baskets adorning the bar at one end, with a vibrant mural taking pride of place across the back wall.

Blute’s Bar is bringing classic pubbery back to Fortitude Valley under the four pillars of booze, food, music, and sports. If you’re wary of anywhere purporting to be a quadruple threat for fear of them being spread too thin (you’ve been burned before), rest easy because Blute’s entire chomp situation is being completely handled by Lucky Egg next door.

Part café, part deli and all delicious, Florence Café joins Camp Hill’s family of fabulous eateries. Trading under a credo of making fresh, nutrition-packed, delicious food, their soft and foxy décor isn’t the only thing that will make your body sing.

Set above the iconic Boundary Street in the buzzing suburb of West End, the Loft is known for hosting some of Brisbane’s most epic parties and events. Now after seven years, the venue is officially opening its doors to the public.

Tucked away in Newstead, The Wine Emporium boasts a serious collection of wines, beers and liquors.

Step into Artisan Aesthetic Clinic's sleek Gasworks digs and you'll think you're in a luxury day spa. Light-filled, with elegant design details everywhere you look, and with a menu that offers the most progressive and state-of-the-art treatments, this medi clinic-slash-beauty bar needs to be on your permanent radar. 

Salt Coffee Roasters on Commercial Road in the heart of Newstead is offereing an elegant alternative to your morning coffee dash.

Finally—a luxury hair salon that will whip your mane into shape using only the best organic hair care.

The first ever brewery to open its doors in Fortitude Valley, Soapbox Beer is flipping the script with their city fringe micro brewery.

The Tex-Mex that blew Sydneysiders into oblivion, El Camino Cantina has made its way to Brisbane’s King Street dining precinct in Bowen Hills. The space boasts a 300-seat capacity for dining in, as well as a bar wholly dedicated to the provision of margaritas in every form and flavour.

Jordan and Cameron Votan are behind another ripper of a Brisbane bar-slash-eatery, this time it’s a classy wine joint by the name Snack Man. Situated right next door to Happy Boy on East St, Fortitude Valley, Snack Man is one of only a handful of wine bars popping up in the city.

Positioned right behind the bank of eateries on Brunswick Street that includes PJ's Steaks, Reverends Fine Coffee, and Fat Dumpling, California Lane is a burgeoning precinct that can now add dessert bar, The Stand to their mix of foxy attractions. 

If you love sun-soaked afternoons and craft beer as much as we do, Felons Brewing Co. is going to be your new favourite watering hole.

Tucked away in Newstead, the team at Kula Health are legit helping us achieve our health goals. Offering a wealth of muscular, health and naturopath treatments, this one-stop health and wellness boutique quite literally has your back, encouraging us to move, think well, and be mindful—pretty much encouraging us to be the best version that we can be of ourselves.

Widely recognised as one of the best restaurants on the Gold Coast, Hellenika has finally (finally!) made its way to Brisbane. 

Headed by the ultra-talented Pene Thompson, Twin Palms Barbershop in Fortitude Valley showcases the divine talents of some of Brisbane's most skilled barbers.

Blackmarket Bar & Grill is Brisbane’s newest rooftop bar and restaurant. Nestled in the heart of the CBD and serving up the state’s best produce, we’re pretty stoked to see these guys launch.

Housed behind the bright blue door on Ann Street is Finney Isles; Fortitude Valley's answer to a classy cocktail bar.

Playful florals and big block colours are king at Mister Zimi's incredible space on James St in Fortitude Valley. Basically, prints rule at Zimi—and is no place for shy, retiring violets.

Izakana Ya Okuman is your go-to for a fresh and authentic Japanese food fix in South Brisbane.

Bassike store on James St in Fortitude Valley is the iconic Aussie brand's first independent shopfront in Queensland. Housed on the ground floor of the impressive Calile hotel complex, this entire corner of Brisbane's famous shopping street has undergone a multi-million dollar face lift that now houses some of the world's best brands.

Ric's Bar is known as one of Brisbane's most iconic bars for its weekly live music, chilled vibes and cheap eats. If you haven't spent a night there, you clearly aren't a Valley regular, but you'll at least recognise their colourful backyard bar, decked out in rainbow fencing, epic street art and a fairy-light adorned hills hoist. 

When you realise that Nom Nom Bao is an imperative clause, it’s pretty easy to figure out what to do here. This Warner Street café-come-bar has mastered the transition from day to night with their affordable and flavoursome menu of bao.

We all dream of giving up the 9 to 5 and pursuing our dream of owning a plant emporium full time, but Andrea and Belinda have gone ahead and done it for real; enter, All The Green Things—a haven for all things green in West End.

There’s nothing like delicious, flaky flatbread with curry sauce. And there’s nowhere better to get some than at Roti Place. Half the fun of roti is watching it being made, which is why Roti Place has an open kitchen where you can watch the chefs pull, twist, and flip the dough into shape.