Food & Drink
These Sky High Rooftop Bars Are The Perfect Spots To Catch The Iconic Hollywood Sign
While Melbourne might be best known for its laneway bar culture, in Los Angeles some of the coolest hangouts are hidden sky high.
Pilloni Has Added A Limited Edition Coffee-Infused Cocktail To Its Menu
Experience a taste of Roma in Brisbane with Pilloni’s limited edition coffee-infused cocktail, crafted in collaboration with Lavazza. Pair it with authentic Italian dishes for an unforgettable dining experience.
Everything You Need To Experience At Resorts World Sentosa In Singapore In 2024
From thrilling theme parks and a captivating entertainment calendar to world-class dining and a choice of six luxury hotels, Resorts World Sentosa has it all.
Eucalyptus Room
This intimate 10-seat venue in the Valley is dedicated entirely to dessert.
Rays By Range
Your new comfort corner bar has hit the ‘burbs just in the nick of time for summer.
We’re Bringing Italy Into Australia’s Favourite Kitchens For 8 Weeks Only
Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.
7 Must-Try Dining And Entertainment Spots New To Brisbane’s Southside
If you’re a Southsider, we’ve got pretty big news for you.
What’s Open In Brisbane This King’s Birthday Public Holiday 2024
Being the active lot that we are, there isn’t much more that we’d rather being doing on a day off work than celebrating the King’s birthday in true style with good food and a drink in hand.
Stan’s
This sleek, moody lounge bar from the Stanley team is serving up expertly crafted cocktails with a fresh twist.
Baker D. Chirico
After four long years of waiting, Melbourne’s iconic Baker D Chirico has finally opened the doors to its Brisbane location.
Allonda
An airy two-story spot from the ex-Nota team, Allonda is all about good food, good wine and good service, which it dishes up in a sleek, modern setting.
Foodie Gifts: The Best Food (And Booze) Gifts For Your Favourite Foodie
From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.
25 Of Brisbane’s Best Italian Restaurants
Brisbane's best Italian restaurants come steeped in tradition and are fuelled by a fiery passion to bring the power and glory of the land of Botticelli to your waiting gums.
26 Of Brisbane’s Best Japanese Restaurants
Whether hot or cold, clean or dirty, hearty or sweet, Japanese is unique in its ability to fit every occasion with the all-encompassing power to keep things fresh, vibrant, and interesting while respecting tradition.
Montrachet
Montrachet is back, with a new French-born chef owner at helm, Clément Chauvin.
Byblos
This iconic riverside spot is reopening with a whole new look—and a new menu to go with it.
Coming Soon: B-SIDE
Taking over the upper level of Yoko, B-SIDE will be part vinyl bar, part dining experience, and all about the good times.
22 Of The Best Restaurants In South Bank Brisbane
The South Bank restaurant scene is officially hot stuff.
17 Of The Best Brisbane River Restaurants On The Water
Some of the best eateries in Brisbane hold some pretty sweet riverside real estate, and on a balmy Brisbane summer’s day we think there is nothing better than bringing together your most favourite people, and having a looong afternoon/evening of great food and drink by the river. To help you make it happen, here are the best Brisbane river restaurants to book yourself a table at.
28 Of The Best Restaurants In Brisbane’s CBD
It’s easy to overlook Brisbane's incredible CBD restaurants when you’re planning a dinner out.
Goodtime
After closing their doors for renovations for the last few months, Goodtime is back and better than ever.
Dumbo
A new bar and burger joint from a couple of hospitality legends has just hit Portside Wharf.
Portside Social
Hamilton locals can get excited for a new go-to spot, with the welcoming of Portside Social.
9 Hidden Bars In Brisbane With Secret Entrances
With entrances behind fridge doors and Narnia-esque wardrobe cupboards, here are the best hidden bars Brisbane has to offer.
11 Brisbane Bars With Activities Other Than Just Drinking
Prefer sinking skee balls to dropping it on the dance floor? Read on. No playing around: we’re here to give your nights out an official level up.
17 Of The Best Bars In Brisbane’s West End
Going out for drinks with friends when you're in your mid-twenties can sometimes get a bit monotonous.
HAAD Thai
Carindale Westfield has been blessed with a new Thai spot, and we have a feeling it’ll soon become your go-to.
À la Bonne Franquette
Say bye-bye to expensive French cuisine, and hello to this one-of-a-kind French takeaway spot.
Black Hide Steak & Seafood By Gambaro
This iconic steak spot has just reopened at The Star Brisbane.
15 Of Brisbane’s Best Degustations To Eat Your Way Through
Degustation dining is the absolute peak of eating out. Nothing conjures the same luxurious, almost Roman opulence like a meal that comes in seven stages. And if you really want to indulge, get the matching wines.
Snack On Unlimited Popcorn At This Halloween Float In Cinema
Level up your Halloween movie marathon this year with an inflatable pool recliner in W Brisbane’s pool.
Brisbane’s Best New Restaurants And Bars Of 2024 (So Far)
It’s been a good year here in Brisbane/Meanjin, with one incredible new venue after another hitting the city, all of them sending our taste buds into overdrive.
The West End Electric
Expect fire-breathing, acrobatics, and classy cabaret numbers at this new theatre.
15 Brisbane Christmas Markets You Need To Hit Up This Festive Season
‘All I want for Christmas is’…permission to shop. Well, you’re in luck, because we hereby grant you permission to spend your Christmas bonus (and let’s be real, your ‘savings’) on homemade local goodies under the Brisbane sun and stars. And what better way to do that than hit up all the Christmas markets Brisbane has to offer?
18 Of The Best Fish And Chip Joints In Brisbane
Fish and chips is a classic in Aussie cuisine—classic, unadulterated comfort food.
Spice Up Your Life At Brisbane’s Best Middle Eastern Restaurants
If you know your fattoush from your fatayer and your lokma from your lokum, then this list of Brisbane’s best Middle Eastern restaurants is for you.
Coming Soon: Central
The team behind Rick Shores and Southside have been keeping a secret, but they’re finally ready to lift the lid on their latest project, a subterranean dumpling restaurant coming soon to the Brisbane CBD. Hong Kong-inspired and named for the city’s busiest district, Central will be a moody, low-lit, 80-seat spot hidden underneath the storied Piccadilly Arcade building on Queen Street.
Croix Croissant Newstead
You may know them from their Hillcrest location on Brisbane’s southside, or maybe even their OG Melbourne spot, but Croix Croissant has finally blessed the inner city with their goods and we could not be happier. Landing in Newstead, this decadent bakery crafts not only the pastry classics, but also the flavourful crookies and cruffins that are all-the-age at the moment, plus a few signature creations that are a must try.
Attimi By Dario Manca
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.
24 Of The Best Bars In Brisbane City
When it comes to getting rowdy, Brisbane City's best bars have us covered for most occasions and impulses.
12 Of The Best High Teas In Brisbane
If you’re looking to up the class level of your next cuppa or tap into your inner princess a la Meghan Markle, here’s our list of Brisbane’s best high teas that make the grade.
The Ballpark
Whether you’re a fan of baseball or just like the idea of hitting balls really hard with a wooden bat, The Ballpark could be for you. This baseball-themed sports bar at Portside Wharf brings us Australia’s first virtual baseball experience. With actual batting cages complete with real bats and balls, you can test your skills thwacking balls into a virtual field of your choosing. The full game simulation tracks your speed, distance, direction and more, so get ready to verse your friends or just try and beat your highscore.
Margarita Margarita
In need of some holiday vibes, even just in the comfort of your own home? Well, Margarita Margarita is here to give you just that. Quenching your thirst with a perfectly blended elixir of salt, sweetness, and citrus, these Brisbane-born margarita mixers will instantly transport you to the relaxation of a Hawaiian beach.
Sorella & Co
Entrust your next event to this family-owned catering business that blends a passion for modern, Italian-inspired cuisine with a dedication to creating unforgettable experiences. For Sorella, hospitality is practically an art form, and no matter what’s on your event planning to-organise list—from catering to styling and coordination—they’ve got you covered.
14 Of The Best Rooftop Bars In Brisbane For Sky High Drinking
Brisbane's best rooftop bars are the perfect spots to hang this summer.
Night Feast Is Returning To The Brisbane Powerhouse For Spring
Brisbane Powerhouse is already a giant in Brisbane’s entertainment scene, but it’s about to get even better with the news that the culture and events centre is about to score some seriously cool additions.
19 Of Brisbane’s Best Catering Companies For Your Next Event
Get your best (most glamorous) entertaining outfit on and prepare to host the party of the century, with the help of course of the best catering in Brisbane, which you'll find in the list below.
Poison Ivy
It’s time to enter an alternate dimension, thanks to the new villain-inspired venue that has opened up alongside comic book-inspired eatery 1st Edition and cocktail bar Harley Quinn in California Lane. Poison Ivy completes the Valley laneway trio to create a multiverse of venues with a single menu that spans all three.
Yo-Chi Newstead
Yo-Chi is Australia's fastest-growing frozen yogurt brand and after one visit to this bustling fro-yo joint, you'll see why. Brisbane residents now have five venues to choose from when searching for their fro-yo fix, with the recently opened Yo-Chi Newstead slinging up frozen delights to the north side along with it's locations in the CBD, Paddington, Mt Gravatt and Bulimba.
Poca Madre
There’s something about a demure, desert oasis-inspired venue interior that makes us immediately want to hit that ‘book now’ button, and after one peek at South Bank’s new Mexican spot, we’ve already got our date night outfit ready to go.
Gather The Crew For A Bottomless Feast At These Iconic Riverside Spots This Week
Experience Brisbane’s ultimate bottomless feasts this winter with stunning alfresco dining options.
18 Of Brisbane’s Best Ice Cream And Gelato Spots
Skip the green smoothie today, go full cream, double chocolate with extra sprinkles and live a little, one scoop at a time with Brisbane’s best gelato and ice cream.
17 Of The Coolest Christmas Party Venues In Brisbane
Take some of the pressure off and outsource the particulars of your seasonal knees-up to one of Brisbane’s best party venues. This year, we’ve done the hard yards for you and found 15 Christmas party venues in Brisbane that don’t suck.
Temple Boba
Joining the ever-growing line up of eateries and bars at Portside Wharf in Hamilton is Temple Boba, a stunning new bubble tea spot pouring both traditional and creative bubble teas. Here you can design your own brewed, fruit or milk tea with your choices of flavour, temperature, sweetness level and toppings, as well as nibble on mochi doughnuts.
Little Miss Sunshine
Cocktail bars the city has a plenty, but breweries not so much—however now open in a prime spot inside 80 Ann Street is a Queensland-inspired bistro with its very own brewery. Scoring a huge space on the ground floor of the impressive building, Little Miss Sunshine is all about sunny vibes, house beers and local cuisine.
Justin Lane
Iconic Burleigh pizza slinger Justin Lane has come to Brisbane, taking over the historic old Queenslander that Alfred & Constance once called home. If you don’t know them, this long-time Italian institution is a Gold Coast stalwart, with diners coming from far and wide to tuck into their wood-fired pizzas and plentiful cocktails—and now, the Valley is getting a slice of the action.
Discover New Flavours Every Thursday With The Best Tequila Tipples On Offer This August
Thirsty Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier with a slew of freaking delicious cocktails on offer this month—even better, we’ve got the inside scoop on how you can score a tipple on the house.
Noosa’s Dining Scene Is On A Meteoric Rise—Here’s 7 Of The Best Venues In 2024
The vibes in Noosa are immaculate and the dishes are bucket list-worthy.
9 Incredible New Openings Hitting Brisbane Soon To Get Excited For
Here’s the top shelf Brisbane openings we’re most looking forward to checking out this year (so far).
Wilbur’s General Store
Who knew that tucked away in a suburban corner of Holland Park you’d find Brisbane’s best gourmet sandwich joint? The folks at Wilbur’s General Store are the south side sandwich savants serving up quality coffee, sweet treats and, of course, delicious sandwiches from what used to be an old corner store, and, even if you’re not a local, they are worth the drive.
Laneway
Take a turn off James Street, wander down Gerard’s Lane, and you’ll find the aptly named Laneway, a new hidden bagel cafe that has taken over where Cantinho used to reside. Dishing up an impressive assortment of bagels, including both breakfast and lunch options, they also offer light breakfasts, toasties, wraps, pastries and coffees, making this the perfect mid-week pitstop.
FIRMA Italian
Emporium Hotel’s Signature restaurant has just transformed into FIRMA, a luxe destination for elevated Italian that aims to live up to Signature’s legacy (firma literally means ‘signature’ in Italian), but be enjoyed often, not just on special occasions. Newly stepping up to the plate to helm the kitchen is Italian Chef Alba Rizzo, who’ll be drawing on her Lombardy heritage to create rich, delicious dishes that celebrate seasonal ingredients and local culture.
Here’s What’s Open On Christmas Day In Brisbane For 2024
These are the best places to book your Christmas Day lunch in Brisbane.
28 Of Brisbane’s Best Bakeries
To avoid your disappointment at a soggy sausage roll, a stale loaf or an underwhelming éclair, we’ve brought you the best thing since sliced bread—a bible of Brisbane’s best bakeries.
All The Venues Opening At Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Soon
With the first stage of Queen's Wharf set to open later this year, we’re slowly starting to get more information on what we can expect from the precinct.
aKAH Chicken
Bringing crispy fried chicken to the Redcliffe Peninsula is aKAH Chicken, a new hole-in-the-wall spot from the crew behind Brisbane’s Hanwoori and Shabu House. Here you can chow down on delicious chicken burgers, loaded fries and of course, plenty of golden, crispy fried chicken, with house made sauces for dunking and gluten-free options available.
Supernormal Brisbane
If you haven’t heard of it, Supernormal is a bit of a Melbourne institution. Headed up by hospo legend Andrew McConnell, the popular eatery is reminiscent of a buzzing Asian dining hall, with a lobster roll on the menu that has a cult following. And now, it’s joining the growing list of southern venues and chefs heading our way, landing at the base of the mega new riverfront tower at 443 Queen Street.
Dijon
From the hospo legends behind well-known breakfast spots Deedot Coffee House and Never Been, comes Tarragindi’s new toastie joint, Dijon. Here to shake up Brisbane’s sandwich scene, this suburban spot was inspired by the abundance of express lunch spots in Melbourne and is set to impress any lover of a good sandwich.
Say Bonjour To 11 Of Brisbane’s Best French Restaurants
We’re delving into the buttery world of French dining to bring you your definitive guide to Brisbane’s best French restaurants.
A Pop-Up Rosé Garden Bar Is Hitting Customs House For Spring
Time to break out the florals and welcome in spring with a spritz, because the crew at Customs House are back with their seasonal spring rosé pop-up bar.
Tales Of Roma: Your Guide To Italy’s Cultural Epicentre
Ah, Roma, who can resist the everlasting charm of the Eternal City? It’s a place where you’ll find old-world beauty at every turn, endless museums to explore, so many spirits to be sipped and cacio e pepe is always on the menu.
Ma Chim
Paddington has a new Thai spot, and it comes to us from a talented kitchen duo—Bowyo Muangsong, co-owner of Newstead’s Ping Pong and executive chef at Yolk and Morning After, and her brother Yew. Meaning ‘come and taste it’ in Thai, Ma Chim is all about traditional Thai recipes inspired by the pair’s chef mum, dished up in a stylish but relaxed space on Baroona Road.
Cloudland Garden
After 15 years as the epicentre and long time favourite of Fortitude Valley’s party scene, Cloudland, has just had a major makeover, transforming their entire bottom floor into 200-seat Mediterranean-inspired Garden restaurant. While much of Cloudland’s signature stunning interiors (and those incredible function areas upstairs) remain, you’ll now find the ground floor bedecked in hardwood and marble tables, plush cushion seating, wrought iron pods and moody booths.
Moda Steak . Tapas . Seasons
Serving up Spanish steak and tapas in an elegant yet relaxed heritage building, Moda is the place to go if you want to experience the vibrance and diversity of Spanish culture without leaving Brisbane. With Chef-Owner Javier Codina at the helm, the venue has become a Petrie Terrace staple since opening in 2010, and after a recent refresh is more worth visiting than ever.
Tales Of Milano: Your Guide To Italy’s Most Stylish City
Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.
Where To Get Lunch In The Brisbane CBD If You’re In A Hurry
Browse the best spots for an elite lunch Brisbane CBD-style.
A Spine-Tingling Show In A Blacked Out Shipping Container Is Coming To Brisbane Soon
DARKFIELD’s spooky shipping container experiences, SÉANCE and FLIGHT, are making their long awaited return to Brisbane alongside the incredible Japanese immersive magic show MAHO MAGIC BAR.
Echo & Bounce
You know a venue has something special when it can simultaneously be a cafe, record store, bar and event space all at once, and that's just what you'll find at Brisbane hot spot Echo & Bounce. The folks here sling coffees and matcha until 2pm along with all day bagels and special limited edition sandwiches flavours swapped out every couple of weeks just to keep things exciting.
The F.E.D
Wondering how you’ll spend your next day out in Logan? The Distillery Road Market and Zarraffa’s Coffee founder Kenton Campbell might just be providing the goods with the launch of The F.E.D (The Food and Entertainment District), South East Queensland’s newest food and entertainment destination.
Bar Miette
The first of Andrew McConnell’s two new Brisbane venues is finally ready to open, with Bar Miette pouring drinks at 443 Queen Street from Monday 1 July. While Supernormal’s opening date is still to be announced, Bar Miette is here to whet our appetite for the iconic Melbourne spot with a menu that spans from breakfast to dinner.
15 Of Brisbane’s Most Dog-Friendly Cafes
We’ve rounded up the best venues designed for you and your pooch.
27 Of The Best Bars In Fortitude Valley
Chances are, you’ve had a late night in the Valley once or twice. But with a host of new spots opening over the last couple of years, we felt it necessary to nail down our no-fail favourites. Here are our picks for the best bars in the Valley. Bottom’s up.
100 Of Australia’s Best Breakfasts, According To Our Editors
From Melbourne’s bustling cafes to Sydney’s vibrant brunch spots, all the way to Brisbane’s innovative morning eats and Perth’s beachside beauties, we’ve curated the ultimate guide to breakfast across Australia.
Calida Argentinian
Now open in South Bank is Calida Argentinian, a fiery new Latin restaurant from the team behind Ole, Mucho Mexicano, Downtown Istanbul and neighbouring Vici Italian. Taking over the huge corner spot at the roundabout on Grey Street, this upmarket Argentine steakhouse is all about Latin flavours with modern Australian flair—and they're doing it in style.
Single O
Single O is one of Sydney's OG purveyors of fine bean juice. These guys have been championing and cheering caffeine in all its finer formats since 2003 and their pint-sized Surry Hills cafe was one of the spots where Sydney’s coffee culture really kicked off. After taking on Brisbane’s coffee scene with their first Queensland location opening in Newstead 2023, they've quickly become a local fave too—so much so that they've already had to expand the Austin Street cafe.
YOMG Chermside
Burgers and fro-yo are truly a match made in heaven, and it’s this combo that you’ll find on the menu at Yo My Goodness, a popular Melbourne eatery that has made its way north for the first time. Landing at Westfield Chermside, YOMG, as it’s known, is dishing up their signature burgers, shakes and self-serve frozen yoghurt with its own topping bar to a brand new Queensland audience.
14 Things To Do For Father’s Day 2024 In Brisbane
Delete that socks purchase from your cart and treat Dad to some quality time instead of a lame gift this Father’s Day.
Brisbane’s Best Coffee Shops For Your Next Caffeine Hit
If you're as addicted to the bean juice as we are here at Urban List, here’s where to find the best specialty coffee in Brisbane.
5 Of The Best Ways To Survive Winter In Brisbane
Yup, the frosty mornings and dark afternoons are back for another season, and the comfort of a warm bed feels far more appealing than venturing out into the chilly air.
Supernova
From the team behind James Street’s famed James & Antler comes yet another sandwich-centric eatery, this one focused on the katsu sando. Landing just around the corner on McLachlan Street, Supernova combines sandos, soba and Japanese-inspired breakfast dishes in a leafy, relaxed space where you can sit down and enjoy your chosen meal with a decadent drink or two.
Two Yolks Brisbane
The market for breakfast burgers has just expanded, with the Gold Coast's Two Yolks bringing their egg and bacon-loaded buns to South Brisbane from Monday 3 June. If you haven't heard of this Burleigh spot, their menu boasts no less than 11 different breakfast burgers, so you can bet that however you like your eggs, you're going to be covered here.
Cerin Pasticceria
You’ve probably been to many a French patisserie in your time, but how about an Italian pasticceria? Woolloongabba’s newest bakery is just that, a buzzing, Italian-inspired bakery from a seasoned hospitality duo—Matteo Cerin (the pastry chef) and Giuseppe Caputo (a front-of-house superstar).
14 Of Brisbane’s Most Romantic Restaurants For Your Next Date Night
Roses are red. Violets are blue. If you love food, then here are Brisbane’s most romantic restaurants for you.
A Huge Festival Combining Cheese And Pinot Is Hitting Brisbane In 2024
Cheese lovers, get excited because MOULD: A Cheese Festival is returning to Brisbane for three days of cheese, wine and food in 2024.
11 Of Brisbane’s Best American BBQ Joints
Lasso the gang together and practice your Southern drawl, these are the best American barbecue joints in Brisbane.
Vela
Newly landed in West End’s West Village is Vela, a modern Thai restaurant from the Kinn Group, a crew of serial restaurateurs who are behind the likes of Kinn+Derm, Kinn Thai and more. This 200+ seater spot is a bonafide stunner and you should definitely book it for your next date night—a patchwork of textures, colours and finishes, it boasts cosy booths, marble tabeltops and neon artworks on the walls, not to mention an actual moon hanging over the bar—talk about setting the mood.
Crumble Cave
Originated and perfected in the UK, crumble is taking the Australian dessert world by storm—but this new treat is not your nana's apple crumble. Thankfully we didn’t have to wait long for the craze to hit Brisbane, with Crumble Cave landing in the quiet streets of Newstead. Tucked into cafe and tapas bar Hive, this hole-in-the-wall dessert spot is here to sate your winter sugar cravings.
Harley Quinn Bar
You might have heard of 1st Edition, Fortitude Valley’s superhero-themed bar and eatery—the theatrical spot has made a name for itself thanks to its creative cocktails, delicious share plates and of course, the iconic superheroes adorning every inch of the venue. Well, the team behind 1st Edition are intent on creating an entire comic book quarter, with a new cocktail bar behind it in California Lane and another eatery soon to come.
10 Of Brisbane’s Best Karaoke Bars
Nothing is more liberating than belting out a 90s banger or 80s power ballard and knowing that everyone has to listen to you strive to hit those high notes.
23 Of Brisbane’s Best Pizza Joints For A Slice
If you don’t like pizza, you’re not human. For something made of so few ingredients, you’d think it would be easy to nail, right? Bad pizza has no place in this world or in our mouths, and we’ll be damned if we waste another calorie on a sub-par crust or shoddy tom to cheese ratio.
15 Of The Best Spots For A Steak In Brisbane
While just about every Brisbane restaurant and bar worth its salt has steak of some description on the menu, for some it is something of an afterthought, while others treat it as an art form.
Mr Duncans
If you and your crew are the kind of friend group that can never decide on one cuisine for your dinner plans, a new venue that will solve all your problems has landed in the Chinatown Mall in the Valley. Coming to us from the team behind Buttery Boy, the pancake spot right next door, Mr Duncan is a massive restaurant and bar that features not one but four different kitchens, each with entirely unique menus. The collective-style concept means everyone in your group can order something completely different and eat them together—ideal for anyone with totally different tastes to their friends.
Sushi Jiro
All aboard the (sushi) train—Sushi Jiro has arrived at Westfield Chermside and is dishing up high-quality Japanese cuisine with a dining experience that is a new take on an old classic. While Sushi Jiro has over 20 venues in Victoria, this is their first Brisbane venture, and they’ve levelled up with the longest sushi train in the southern hemisphere, measuring an impressive 115 metres and seating 170. Just last year the Japanese brand unveiled the world’s first circular sushi training, spanning 30.6 metres, in Meblourne’s Westfield Doncaster, so they're accustomed to bringing the wow factor to their venues.
QUIVR
If you’re familiar with the underground DJ scene in Brisbane you've probably stumbled upon this musical hub, which combines an DJ and production school, live-streaming DJ space and laneway bar. Proudly queer-owned, Hollee and Dara opened the iconic venue at the end of 2022 as an extension of their online forum and streaming hub next door, giving local musicians a new realm of possibilities and support in the local and online community.
16 Of The Best Restaurants In South Brisbane To Eat At Before A Show
South Brisbane is home to all sorts of weird and wonderful cuisines worthy of wearing your stretchy pants for. So fire up the group chat, and sort out your schedule—it’s time to book a table at one of the 13 best restaurants in South Brisbane.
44 Of The Best Restaurants In Fortitude Valley
Cue the hunger pangs, here are our top picks for Fortitude Valley restaurants.
This Hidden Restaurant Just Launched A New Degustation Menu And You Need To Try It
Deer Duck Bistro is one of Brisbane's best kept secrets that you definitely need to check out—and preferably soon, so you can sample their brand new spring-inspired menu.
Uncle Don Woolloongabba
If you're well-acquainted with Uncle Don in either Paddington or West End, then brace yourself for the new Woolloongabba edition, which is sleeker and bigger than ever. Landing inside the buzzing South City Square precinct, Uncle Don 3.0 has been created with both casual feeds and vibing nights out in mind, adding large group booths and a lengthy cocktail menu to their usual offering.
Fatcow
If you, like us, shed a tear when Fatcow Steak & Lobster closed its doors in preparation for the demolition of Eagle Street Pier, we have good news. The Tassis Group has found a new location for their much-lauded steak restaurant, and it’s in the heart of James Street. Taking over 10 James Street, previously home to Space Furniture and David Jones, Fatcow has had a lavish glow-up in keeping with its new location, featuring two private dining rooms and circular booths surrounded by floor-to-ceiling curtains with mirrors on the ceiling above.
Longwang
Yet another stellar venue from the Tassis Group, who you’ll already know from Opa, Massimo, Fosh, Rich & Rare and the soon to open Fat Cow & Lobster, Longwang has just landed in the CBD, dishing up contemporary Asian fare to the masses. This stunning, two-and-a-half level, three-metre-wide venue has to be seen to be believed—wedged between two skyscrapers on Edward Street, it's a marvel of engineering, complete with retractable roofs on the top level for dining in the sun.
Here’s How To Score Up To 50% Off Your Entire Bill At These Local Hospo Hotspots
We know that money is tight right now for a lot of us, but that doesn’t have to impact your social life or love of dining out.
16 Of The Best Restaurants In West End
The results are in and here is your definitive guide to Brisbane's best restaurants in West End.
Meet Pawn & Co, Fortitude Valley’s New Cocktail Bar That Doubles As A Pawn Shop And Perfumery
What do a perfumery, pawn shop and cocktail bar have in common? Well, you’ll find a version of them all inside Pawn & Co, the wild and wacky new bar coming to Brisbane on soon.
ēmmē
After being covered in bright orange hoarding for months, the prime James Street space where Spoon Deli Cafe used to reside is now home to ēmmē, a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired venue eatery around a woodfire hearth in the kitchen. Open from morning to night (dinner services start from Wednesday 15 May), this stunning venue is the place for everything from a morning latte in your activewear to a swanky long lunch, and we can guarantee it’s going to be a new James Street fave.
Riva Kitchen & Events
From the team behind Roma Street Parklands’ lush cafe The Garden Room comes a sleek new waterfront venue tucked away by the river in Hamilton’s Northshore. Riva Kitchen & Events has taken over in the space where The River Room previously resided, with a stunning fitout from Lowry Group that's a Mediterranean dream.
Toby’s Estate
A new coffee joint has hit Brisbane, but they’re certainly not the newbies on the block. Toby’s Estate has been a household name for many years and their premium roastery and flagship in Chippendale, Sydney is a testament to their superiority in the bean business.
15 Of Brisbane’s Best Mexican Restaurants
Put down the Doritos and step away from the 'medium' intensity salsa, gringo—we're going to do this the right way at the best Mexican restaurants Brisbane has to offer.
15 Of The Best Restaurants In Woolloongabba
We're confident in saying the bustling zone around the Gabba is one of the tastiest areas of Brisbane. If you need further proof, just eat your way through the best restaurants in Woolloongabba.
Salty Swims And Sun-Soaked Cocktails—How To Explore Maroochydore Like A Local This Winter
Nuzzled amongst the sunniest Australian coast, just over an hour's roady from Brisbane, it is not hard to see why Maroochydore is Queensland’s current lifestyle hotspot.
You Can Now Enjoy Large Helpings Of Pistachio Papi Spread At This Newstead Yo-Chi
With so many restaurants to choose from, here are six to tick off in and around the precinct.
Meet Naldham House, A Stunning Brassiere And Supper Club In A Heritage-Listed Building In The CBD
Restored to its former glory but with even more grandeur, this heritage-listed building has been transformed into a social club with three distinct venues inside.
Supper Clubs Are Popping Up All Over The City—Here’s How We Nail The Cosy Trend From Home
Supper clubs have been taking over our feeds and flooding our inboxes recently and frankly, we can’t get enough.
6 Reasons You Need To Head To The Redlands Coast This Weekend
A quick trip to Redland’s Coast is never a bad idea.
18 Of Brisbane’s Best Banquets For Under $70
We’ve rounded up the Brisbane banquets that come in at under $70pp, for when you’re indecisive, but also on a budget.
A Huge Pop-Up Picnic With Live Tunes Is Taking Over This Inner City Parkland This Weekend
There's no better way to spend a sun-soaked arvo in Brissy than with your favorite drop and a smorgasbord of treats—so don’t sleep on this year’s return of Providore Park to Roma Street Parkland.
4 Ways To Elevate Your Dinner Parties To Euro-Summer Status
We’ve scoured our pantries, consulted our nonnas and partnered with Sandhurst Fine Foods to bring a touch of the Euro summer to your dinner parties this year.
50 Of The Best Cafes In Brisbane That You Should Have Eaten At By Now
Whether you dig on granola or the greasy fry-up, these are 50 of the best Brisbane cafes (in no particular order) you can depend on—consider it your 2024 to-do list.
The 30 Best Restaurants In Brisbane For 2024
These Brisbane restaurants are the must-dos, the have-to-tries, the places you would tell visiting friends to dine at, and the bucket-list special treats to book when you want to splash out.
15 Of Brisbane’s Best Nightclubs For When You Want To Hit The Dancefloor
Sometimes the only thing you want from a night out is good ol' boogie to some of your favourite tunes. Here is a list of Brisbane 12 best nightclubs for when you want to hit the dancefloor.
14 Of The Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets In Brisbane
Going all-you-can-eat on the Brisbane buffet dining scene will take you everywhere from Mexican mouthfuls to the Korean coal pits and even a Brazilian bacchanalia.
10 Of The Best Things To Do In Maleny And Montville
From walks and hikes to tasty eats and the Sunshine Coast’s most scenic mountain view, here are all the best things to do in Maleny and Montville.
How Baked Goods Took Centre Stage In 2024
Bakeries and baked goods have taken hold—but how did this mass-appeal genre of sugary, flaky, delectable sweetness rise to the top?
20 Of The Best Long Lunch Spots In Brisbane
Is there anything more indulgent than a long lunch? When you’ve got good food and drink, great company and the whole afternoon to knock yourself into a food coma it makes any other daytime activity seem pretty drab.
The James Street Food & Wine Trail Is Returning For 2024
We're frothing at the ultimate opportunity to scoff delicious eats in the open air at this year’s James Street Food & Wine Trail.
A Complete Guide To Brisbane’s Best Markets
From weekend produce markets to late night artisan pop-ups, here are all the best Brisbane markets that are worth visiting.
36 Bottomless Brunches To Hit In Brisbane
Obviously, we jump at the chance to combine brunch and cocktails, which is why we’ve decided to share this round up of the best bottomless brunch spots in Brisbane, so you can join in on the fun.
10 Of Brisbane’s Best Whisky Bars
Most Brisbane pubs will have a few decent whiskies on the top shelf, but one bottle of Johnny Walker Black does not a whisky bar make.
25 Of Brisbane’s Best Trivia Nights To Put Your Thinking Caps On For
If you’ve got a head swimming with (seemingly) useless facts, trust us—Brisbane's best trivia nights are your time to shine.
This Japanese Vinyl Bar Is Dishing Up A Seven-Piece Banquet For Just $49pp
Japanese listening bar x vinyl-spinning setting x DJ hot spot now banquet dining sensation, what else can Ruby, My Dear do?
Everything You Need To Try At Dine BNE City This Month
With some of Brisbane City's best restaurants, bars, and eateries joining forces for the entire month of June, we’ve rounded up the events that are topping our 2024 Dine BNE City hit list.
15 Of The Best Brisbane Restaurants With A View
Brisbane has no shortage of restaurants overlooking scenery that could’ve come straight out of a painting—here’s Brisbane’s best restaurants with a view.
13 Of The Best Greek Restaurants In Brisbane
Like the scholars of ancient Greece, we’ve pored through menus to bring you the best of the best: the ultimate Brisbane Greek restaurants.
22 Of The Best Spots For Breakfast On Brisbane’s South Side
Move over north side, the south side is having a moment and has something to say when it comes to the perfect breakfast destination.
Our Brisbane Editor Just Found Her New Favourite Spot For A Mid-Week Dinner
Sage Yellowfin is taking those Aussie classics and elevating them to the nines. Think buttery, locally-caught scallops and surf and turf plates to share in a cosy setting.
This Revamped Delivery Service Will Have You Dining At Home With A Celeb Chef Every Night
This winter we’re prioritising mealtime, and stacking our menus with hearty comfort feeds and easy dishes whipped up in a flash.
11 Of The Best Cafes In Redcliffe For Brunching By The Sea This Weekend
Dreaming of brunching by the sea? Here's our favourite cafes in Redcliffe.
14 Of The Best Hawthorne And Bulimba Restaurants
From tantalising Thai to all things Mexican, here are our top picks for the Hawthorne and Bulimba restaurants to add to your list.
20 Of The Best Restaurants In Newstead To Add To Your Hitlist
The lush, verdant suburb betwixt the Brown Snake and the Farm, Newstead is your typical picturesque suburb powered by the buzz of the inner-city.
Here’s Where To Get Cheesy Birria Tacos In Brisbane
It's possible that no other food has had quite the chokehold on the entire internet than the birria taco—and here's where to get it in Brisbane.
10 Of Brisbane’s Best Butcher Shops
If you’re putting on a little shindig and the ‘steaks’ are high, here's where to find the best butchers in Brisbane.
17 Dog-Friendly Brisbane Bars Where You Can Hang Out With Your Pooch
As part of Brisbane’s general appeal, there are in fact plenty of bars all across the city that love these woofers (great and small) and cater for them to join you.
11 Of Brisbane’s Best Vegan Cafes For Your Next Plant-Based Brunch Date
Whether you’re vegan for life or just trialling a meatless Monday, we’ve rounded up the best vegan cafes in Brisbane for your next plant-based brunch date.
10 Of The Best Places To Eat In Logan In 2024
From melt-in-your-mouth pastries to international eats that will take your tastebuds around the world, here’s our non-negotiable hit list next time you plan a day trip to Logan.
15 Of The Best Cafes In New Farm And Newstead
Whip out your trendiest outfit, these are the best cafes in New Farm (don't come for us, but we’ve grouped in neighbouring Newstead and Teneriffe too).
11 Of Hong Kong’s Best Restaurants And Dining Experiences In 2024
Elevate your Hong Kong dining experience at these top-tier restaurants and hawkers markets.
21 Of The Best Restaurants In And Around Byron Bay In 2024
From bustling Greek restaurants in Byron's industrial estate to long, leisurely lunches on 120-acre farms, Byron and its surrounds may just have some of the best restaurants in NSW.
12 Of The Best Cafes In Fortitude Valley
Swap out your party heels and scroll on for our round-up of the best cafes in Fortitude Valley.
Pack Your Appetite—This Food Festival Has Lunch And Dinner Sorted All Month
Whether it’s a long lunch with family or an intimate evening degustation, Scenic Rim Eat Local Month has over 40 experiences with next-level dishes to tuck into.
11 Of The Best Breakfasts In Brisbane’s CBD
Looking for breakfast in the Brisbane CBD can be quite the challenge, but we've found more than a few options.
21 Of The Best Cheap Eats In Brisbane For Under $15
If you know where to look, Brisbane has some impossibly fine feeds for any penny pincher out there.
50 Meals You Should Have Eaten If You Live In Brisbane
When it comes to Brisbane’s best restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars, there are some dishes that are pretty much iconic.
10 Of The Best West End Cafes For Sunday Brunching
Today we’re listing out the best cafes in Brisbane's West End, so start planning your eat-inerary.
18 Of The Best Breakfasts On Brisbane’s West Side
When it comes to breakfast, we are so bloody thankful for Brisbane’s western suburbs. It’s the region that covers Graceville, Ashgrove and the breakfasting paradise that is Paddington so naturally you know you’re in for a wild time.
16 Breakfasts On Brisbane’s East Side Worth Setting An Alarm For
Venture out to find the best breakfasts on Brisbane's east side.
Where To Find 20 Of The Best Breakfasts In Brisbane In 2024
Instead of settling for burnt toast or microwaved porridge, launch yourself into post-dawn endeavours that won't leave you disappointed.
What’s Open On Labour Day In Brisbane For 2024
Plenty of Brisbane's best cafes and bars are leaving their doors open for the Labour Day public holiday on Monday, so you can get your nosh on, your caffeine hit, or something stronger if you fancy. Happy days.
A Magical Fireside Dinner Party Under The Stars Is Popping Up In The City This Month
This year, Dine BNE City is kicking off their month-long food festival with Fireside, a culinary exploration under the stars at St Stephen’s Cathedral.
Where To Take Mum For Mother’s Day In Brisbane This Year
With Mother’s Day mere weeks away, here are our ideas for ways to celebrate all things Mum this Mother’s Day in Brisbane.
Customs House’s Pop-Up Igloos By The River Are Returning For Winter
Yep, those pop-up igloo bars alongside the Brisbane River are back for winter 2024.
Where To Get A Smashing Sunday Roast In Brisbane
Here’s our round-up of Brisbane’s best Sunday roasts. Yorkshire puds come at us.
17 Of The Best Breakfasts On Brisbane’s North Side
Hunting down a good breakfast on Brisbane’s northside doesn’t have to be an all-day mission—the northern suburbs are home to myriad of quality cafes and breakfast spots.
Brisbane Pubs Where You Can Play Two-Up In This ANZAC Day
Here are the pubs in Brisbane putting on a traditional game of two-up this ANZAC Day.
8 Date Night Spots in Brisbane For Any Budget
Whether you’re looking to impress a new love interest or you’re trying to keep it fresh on your 51st date, there are plenty of places to pick in Brisbane that ooze romance.
What’s Open On Anzac Day In Brisbane 2024
Yet again, Brisbane has answered our call with bars, cafes and restaurants open this ANZAC Day public holiday on Thursday 25 April.
8 Of The Best Cafes In Caloundra For Brunching
From hidden-gem espresso bars to memorable organic cafes, there's something to suit everyone among out list of the best breakfasts in Caloundra.
Level Up Your Next Event At This Refreshed Rooftop Bar With Sky-High Views And Eats
There’s no better way to experience the city than from above.