Fortitude Valley
In a barrel-vaulted former warehouse off James St, this neighbourhood favourite serves gorgeous coffee (including batch brew), just-baked goods and…
Fortitude Valley
In a barrel-vaulted former warehouse off James St, this neighbourhood favourite serves gorgeous coffee (including batch brew), just-baked goods and…
Brisbane
Up a flight of stairs wedged between a discount chemist and a topless bar is this pared-back, loft-style favourite. Here, produce is king, translating…
Brisbane
An idiosyncratic mix of midcentury design, antiques and Australian-themed street art, affable, homely Pablo is a brunch favourite among New Farmers. Local…
Brisbane
Indulge in a little afternoon delight at Bacchus, a plush, gold-accented restaurant well-known for its afternoon high teas. Nibble elegantly from three…
Fortitude Valley
Located in the up-and-coming King St precinct, casual, contemporary Banoi stands out for its family-style Vietnamese cooking, from pillow-soft bao buns…
Brisbane
It's cool to be kind at this plant-based, gluten-free eatery, a modern, light-filled space within walking distance of South Bank. The menu is seasonal,…
Brisbane
Euro-spirited Pearl is one of Brisbane's best-loved weekend brunch spots, with freshly baked cakes on the counter and beautiful cafe fare on the menu…
Brisbane
The only thing missing is a beach at Sea Fuel, one of Brisbane's best fish-and-chip pedlars. It's a polished, modern spot, with distressed timber…
Fortitude Valley
From the red-neon declaration – 'Quality meat has been served here since 1982' – to the photos of crooks and cops, this sassy steakhouse relishes its…
Brisbane
Behind its picket fence, homey Kettle & Tin serves up tasty cafe grub. Breakfast standards like smashed avo share the spotlight with less ubiquitous…
Brisbane
Strauss shrugs off its corporate surrounds with low-key, Brooklyn-esque cool and a neighbourly vibe. Head in for quick-fix banana bread, or settle in for…
Brisbane
Squint and the Brisbane River becomes the Mississippi at this airy waterfront eatery. Pine for NOLA over lighter versions of buttermilk fried chicken,…
Fortitude Valley
Not only is Super Bowl a Valley institution, it's a retro paradise, a place where wood panels, televised sports and the odd Lazy Susan conjure a Gen-X…
Fortitude Valley
Top-notch ingredients drive Ben's, a tiny bolthole in a laneway off Ann St. The menu is an uncomplicated affair: three brioche-bun burgers, among them a…
Brisbane
This little New Farm local keeps peeps healthy with dishes such as the Green Bowl, a tasty, feel-great combo of kale, spinach, broccolini, feta,…
Brisbane
Miel flips delicious, rustic burgers from its red shipping-container locale. Options span the globe, with everything from tandoori-chicken and mozzarella…
Brisbane
The smell of hickory hangs heavy in the air at this US-style BBQ joint. Lust over tender short ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken and lamb, all smoked…
Brisbane
The best patisserie this side of Toulouse? Something to think about as you grab a coffee and a bag of the namesake chouquettes (small choux pastries…
Fortitude Valley
An open-fronted, shack-style Mexican chain pumping out all the street-food standards, from tacos, chimichangas and quesadillas, to burritos and churros…
Brisbane
Straight-up Thai classics in a prominent corner location in New Farm. Watch the eclectic local parade of gay guys, shuffling winos and the odd Italian…
Brisbane
Equal parts cafe, bistro and burger joint, Vue covers a lot of bases well. Start the day on a tropical note with mango and coconut chia pudding, live a…
Fortitude Valley
Straddling a leafy laneway by the Palace Centro cinemas, this smart-casual bistro puts its wood-fired oven to good use, charring pizzas with a style…
Brisbane
After opening their first gelateria in an old butcher's shop in Bologna (La Macelleria means 'The Butchery'), Italians Matteo Zini and Matteo Casone…
Brisbane
Years on, E’cco remains one of the state's gastronomic highlights. Polished yet personable staff deliver beautifully balanced, visually arresting dishes,…
Brisbane
Plot your next Italian adventure at this neighbourhood stalwart, known for its soulful pasta dishes and thin-crust pizzas. Pizzas come either rosse or…
Brisbane
A slice of contemporary Beirut by the Brisbane River, Byblós specialises in Lebanese and Mediterranean edibles. While service can be a little hit-and-miss…
Brisbane
Spruced-up Felix channels Melbourne with its laneway locale, industrial fit-out and effortlessly cool vibe. Produce-driven, all-day-brunch dishes might…
Brisbane
With its button-cute porch and manicured hedge, laid-back Double Shot is a hit with the locals. Join the New Farm crew for good coffee, homemade coconut…
Brisbane
Sage Brisbanites snub Brisbane's hipper, pricier Greek hotspots for this suburban stalwart. Light-filled and refreshingly unpretentious, its classic…
Brisbane
Vietnamese-born Ashleigh Ng heads this hole-in-the-wall takeaway, pumping out affordable, mouth-watering Vietnamese-style sandwiches under a neon-pink…
Brisbane
An organic food store and holistic cafe combined, this is the place to stock up on wholesome groceries before tucking into feel-good grub like scrambled…
Brisbane
What was once an apothecary is now a casually chic Paddington cafe, adorned with bay windows, oh-so-French bentwood chairs and spinning ceiling fans…
Brisbane
Cremona peddles authentic, preservative-free gelato famous across the city. Flavours are fresh and real, ranging from Dutch chocolate and cappuccino, to…
Brisbane
Noosa's boutique burger chain is now flipping patties in hot, hip Newstead. Sporting Betty's trademark beach-shack look, its coveted, juicy burgers…
Brisbane
Chow guilt-free at this lean, low-key cafe, where everything on the menu is paleo, vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free. Kickstart the AM with warm…
Brisbane
Awash with prayer flags, this highly atmospheric neighbourhood stalwart pulls in the punters with its authentic Tibetan and Nepalese dishes, from phali …
Brisbane
Overlooking South Bank Parklands is this upbeat açaí bar, serving fresh, tasty bowls of the organic super-food in various combinations. Our favourite is…
Brisbane
Peeps across the city love Remy's for its neighbourhood vibe, outdoor deck and great-value burger deals: two-for-one burgers (Sundays from 3.30pm to 6…
Brisbane
Japanese pop and a chorus of 'Irasshaimase!' greet punters at this casual, upbeat Japanese import. The cult-status pork-bone tonkotsu is lifted by a house…
Brisbane
Brisbane-based celeb chef Ben O'Donoghue heads Billykart, a slick yet casual eatery where billykart blueprints and faux Queenslander veneers salute local…