Where To Eat & Drink In Brisbane

Sitting in prime position on South Bank’s River Quay, the award-winning OTTO is the epitome of Italian dining made Brisbane. 

From the team behind Farmhouse and Oh Boy, Bok Choy comes a New Mexican love story told over generations. 

My Kitchen Rules champ Simon Prest is bringing an Italian tapas-style restaurant to Bulimba. 

Brisbane's first dedicated dirty soda shop is arriving on California Lane. 

The Hideki team are opening an elegant sushi and cocktail garden on James Street.

This golden eatery is rolling into the CBD with their signature rolls and freshly squeezed OJ. 

This hacienda-style spot is serving refreshing margs and vibrant Mexican-inspired flavours.

This fiery ode to Mexico’s beloved birria tacos is officially here to stay. 

A build-your-own-cake bar has just landed on Brisbane’s southside.

This converted warehouse in the Valley is now home to punchy modern Vietnamese. 

One of Byron Bay’s most loved patisseries is moving on up, announcing a flagship spot in Newstead.

When you’re hankering for a sandwich, you need to swing by this grab-and-go spot. 

A slice of Rome, literally, has arrived in Newstead with pizza, focaccia sandwiches and spritzes.

There’s a new resident on the corner of Alfred and Constance in Fortitude Valley that’s the place to be from AM to PM.

Waterford’s favourite watering hole has officially re-opened after a full-scale makeover.

Work, play and collaborate in this new cafe tucked inside Hamilton's vibrant creative hub. 

Milton has scored a new neighbourhood gelateria, scooping Italian tradition on the regular.

From Australia’s #1 wellness medispa comes a new nutrient-led Turkish cafe. 

Sitting in the crossover between a cocktail bar and a nightclub, Boom Boom Room has entered a brand-new chapter. 

Brisbane Quarter's new restaurant feels like stepping into a traditional Northern Vietnamese home where authentic flavours await. 

This new rooftop bar and restaurant is like an island escape in the heart of New Farm.

The roast behind some of the country’s best cafes officially has a new home in Brisbane.

What do you get when the thrill of a sports bar meets the hearty dining of a bistro? Gas Hound Bar & Kitchen. 

Fortitude Valley’s sumptuous Italian steakhouse is entering a bold new era, reopening as the definition of laidback luxury. 

Tassis Group is adding to their all-star line-up with a new modern Asian restaurant in an iconic Fortitude Valley location.

Feast like a champion at the Broncos Leagues Club’s newly renovated grill restaurant.

This all-day breakfast and lunch cafe is where coffee, community and connection collide.

Find everyday sips and cellar-worthy bottles alike in this stunning and approachable subterranean winehouse.

A popular Bondi pizzeria is now slinging its traditional brick oven slices in New Farm. 

Whether you like it with a schmear or fully loaded, bagel lovers on the southside will get around this local fave. 

For over 20 years, this humble fish and chippery has been serving Bribie Island community with the freshest seafood by the sea. 

Woolloongabba’s new fusion restaurant combines Japanese and Italian flavours—from okonomiyaki pizza to gyoza lasagna.

In the sweetest news of summer, local gelato favourites La Macelleria Gelateria have launched a brand-new concept for Brisbane.

CBD cafe Felix For Goodness is set to bring its made-from-scratch specialty to a second location in Teneriffe.

Sweet tooths rejoice, because one of Australia’s most beloved artisan chocolatiers is making its return to Queensland.

By day, this spot is serving decadent pastries and brunch dishes, and by night it's the elegant place to be for French-inspired dining on the waterfront. 

Pour one up for Coorparoo’s newest brewery taproom from a local favourite, tucked behind a roller door.

Knock-off drinks and vibey kick backs have a new home in Albion’s brand-new wine bar and store.

Bracken Ridge Tavern unveils their epic $10 million transformation, with a new Italian eatery, kids' playroom and sports bar.

There’s a Mediterranean newcomer set to shake up Everton Plaza’s vibrant Park Lane from certified hospo royalty.

Big vibes and big flavours are what you can expect at Newstead’s bold new Thai spot.

This iconic 135-year-old pub is entering a new era, unveiling a landmark transformation and new dining offering.

Taking over the old home of NOTA in Paddington is Attimi by Dario Manca, an experimental, 28-seat fine dining spot that combines contemporary Italian cuisine with traditional European finesse. While Attimi is Manca’s first restaurant, his resume boasts stints in many a Michelin-starred restaurant as well as time in the kitchen with Gorden Ramsay and Giovanni Pilu, so you can expect a memorable experience here. 

Delightfully golden, battered and perfectly salted—that's what you can expect at the fish and chips shop from the El Camino crew.

If you’ve ever ventured into an Asian night market you know it's a feast for the senses. It's also what inspired the Valley's latest eatery.

Modern Thai flavours reaching new heights? Yep, that’s what you can expect at Fortitude Valley’s stunning new rooftop restaurant.

Queensland oldest licensed pub is reopening after a $6 million upgrade, marking a new era in its proud 174-year history.

Your summer just got a Mediterranean upgrade with Fortitude Valley’s brand-new rooftop destination. 

Get your hands on Colombian sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs at Fortitude Valley's new late-night eatery. 

South Brisbane's new experimental ramen spot is cooking up new and innovative flavours on the regular. 

Yeerongpilly's latest cafe blends brekky classics with native ingredients to create a truly contemporary Australian flavour.

The Valley is welcoming a glittery new nightclub where disco beats reign supreme.

This pan-Asian yakitori bar in Wilston Village is dishing up smoky charcoal-grilled skewers, flavour-packed street food and house-made mocktails.

The CBD has levelled up with a New York-style rooftop cafe serving specialty coffee, pastries and epic views.  

You decide what's on the menu at Sherwood's new build-your-own pasta bar. 

Nestled in the heart of Queensland Ballet, this seasonal cafe is an ode to local produce and laid-back dining. 

The cutest hot pot train is pulling into Chermside with a DIY sauce bar, cocktails and an exclusive soup base. 

There's a new viral chicken spot flying into town, serving crispy tenders and house-made lemonade. 

Modern Japanese izakaya Hideki has arrived on James Street with an atmospheric second location. 

Sprout Artisan Bakery has a new headquarters, unveiling a production facility and retail store in Albion. 

Scugnizzi is opening a second location, bringing its crowd-fave Italian street food to Westfield Chermside.

Bold flavours and vibrant Thai dining have a new home—Naga Thai is officially back. 

Toowong's cosy go-to cafe has new ownership and a new menu full of signature dishes and specialty drinks. 

Brisbane’s first and only fully transparent event space is coming to Roma Street Parkland this year. 

The CBD’s upcoming Korean omakase restaurant blends traditional and contemporary cuisine in an intimate 16-seat experience. 

This iconic New York-style pizza chain with a legendary recipe is finally touching down in Brisbane.

Newstead's latest pizza joint is slinging homely and hearty pies made to grab and go on your merry way.

Get your hands on the ingredients and flavours integral to any Greek kitchen at this new delicatessen.

Underwood’s go-to local has hit refresh with a new alfresco dining area and dedicated kids' zones. 

Queensland-born coffee empire Merlo unveils a new artisan bakehouse in Bowen Hills.

Set across 30 acres, check out this stunning farm-to-plate experience in a new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant.

The home of award-winning chargrilled chicken and fresh salads is finally making its Brisbane debut. 

Arthur’s Street’s new Champagne bar and bistro is bound to be the bubbliest spot in town.

Brisbane’s most iconic late-night rendezvous is reopening after a multi-million dollar makeover.

King Street’s new bakery specialises in flaky and buttery kouign-amann.

An iconic southside pub enters a new era with entertainment at its core.

The Barracks’ new Latin-inspired spot is inspired by the elemental trio of grape, grain and dough.

The team behind Southside have opened a subterranean dumpling restaurant in the CBD. 

One of Brisbane’s most beloved dining rooms is making a bold move to Fish Lane.

This CBD wellness cafe has a nutritionist in the kitchen and wholefoods on the menu.

The bayside has scored a new home for refined coastal dining in this elegant Mediterranean restaurant.

Simon Gloftis' fine dining Japanese spot is expanding with an elegant bar and new alfresco dining space. 

Settle into Albion’s European-inspired haven that spotlights small-batch, terroir-focused wines.

Bold and moody, Shane Delia's first Queensland restaurant packs a spice-filled punch. 

The century-old Commercial Hotel Boonah has been lovingly restored, reopening with an on-site craft brewery—Boonah Brewing Co.

From the arcade to the sunken fireplace, the highly anticipated Dakabin Hotel is opening this week.

East Brisbane’s iconic pub has reopened after a $15 million transformation.

Breezy, vibey, and cute-to-boot, Pancha is Hamilton's favourite cosy cafe.

This multi-million-dollar revitalisation pairs iconic views with Queensland flavours.

Oxford Street’s one-and-only pub has unveiled its $1.72 million transformation.

Brisbane’s nightlife enters a dazzling new era with its latest glitzy spot.

A new outdoor rooftop beer garden lands in Fortitude Valley.