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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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