Brisbane
Vietnamese-born Ashleigh Ng heads this hole-in-the-wall takeaway, pumping out affordable, mouth-watering Vietnamese-style sandwiches under a neon-pink…
Must-see restaurants in Queensland
Sunshine Coast
With plenty of shaded tables flanking a grassy square, this good-value bakery, cafe and deli is known for its German sourdough bread, baked fresh Monday,…
Brisbane & Around
Toowoomba may be a long way from Egypt, but sprawling El Attar brings it significantly closer with its heady Arabic music, bold colours and authentic…
Noosa
Betty's has achieved cult status all the way down Australia's east coast, which explains the queues at its lush, semi-al-fresco Noosa outlet. The burgers…
Cairns
Carnivores, sharpen your fangs. This superb Brazilian steakhouse offers beef (and token lamb, fish and chicken dishes) by the bucket load. The steaks are…
Townsville
Right in the heart of town, this sprawling complex connected to the North Queensland Cowboys Rugby League Club has two restaurants. The Match Restaurant &…
Sunshine Coast
Stormie Dutton could easily front an indie rock group, but she's too busy baking in her pink sugar temple. Her cupcakes are the stuff of local legend,…
Noosa
Buzzing, convivial and contemporary, 250 Grammi has a real-deal Italian pizzaiolo (pizza maker) who serves up excellent wood-fired pizzas that easily…
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 & Around
One of several trendy eateries at the Walton Stores redevelopment, this casually hip Pan-Asian place is the brainchild of two-hatted chef Tony Kelly…
Surfers Paradise
This family-run hot spot is a little Riviera-meets-Canggu opposite the beach, with a menu of globally inflected dishes. There's a big breakfast menu,…
Sunshine Coast
A showcase for local ingredients, this chilled laneway spot serves up fresh, organic and filling vegetarian grub such as avocado on sourdough with either…
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…
Sunshine Coast
Monica’s all-day menu includes hearty, wholesome dishes, innovative salads and vegan bites. Tuck into fresh, generous options like savoury mince on…
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…
Sunshine Coast
A cafe and gourmet grocery store in one airy, welcoming package, The Store is perfect for lazy breakfasts and good-value lunches. Sip locally roasted…
Cairns & Far North Queensland
The teahouse has been around since the 1930s and retains a warm country atmosphere with homemade scones and pies plus a tempting menu of burgers, toasties…
Sunshine Coast
A friendly, lo-fi cafe where barefoot beach-goers banter with the staff while waiting for their impeccable macchiatos. In one corner is the tiny open…
Fraser Island & the Fraser Coast
The Maryborough outpost of a Bundaberg favourite, Alowishus is the slickest, shiniest cafe in central Maryborough. The breakfast menu is like a 'greatest…
Brisbane
Awash with prayer flags, this highly atmospheric neighbourhood stalwart pulls in the punters with its authentic Tibetan and Nepalese dishes, from phali …
Brisbane & Around
On Dunwich's main strip, free-spirited Island Fruit Barn is a casual little congregation of tables with tasty breakfasts, salads, sandwiches, spinach pies…
Fraser Island & the Fraser Coast
Promoting local produce where possible, this is a cafe with a serious kitchen. Intriguing breakfasts such as 'Moorish eggs' (poached eggs in lemon butter…
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…
Sunshine Coast
A casual, beach-shack-styled joint opposite Bulcock Beach, Drift focuses on regional ingredients and made-from-scratch sauces. Pub-style mains are on the…
Noosa
There’s not a fussy palate or dietary need that isn’t catered for on Cafe Le Monde’s expansive menu. Its large, blue-and-white patio buzzes with surfers,…
Sunshine Coast
Don't let the car-park views and homemaker-centre locale fool you. This airy, youthful cafe is one of Maroochydore's best, with decent coffee, smoothies…
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…
Sunshine Coast
Embassy XO is not your average suburban Chinese joint, with a smashing wine list and quality produce driving dishes such as 12-hour poached pork belly,…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
A favourite on the Gladstone waterfront, this breezy cafe-restaurant is ideal for breakfast on the verandah (perhaps sweetcorn fritters with pesto…
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…
Outback Queensland
This classy dinner option lets you choose your meat (from steak, chicken or seafood to kangaroo or crocodile; there's even a vegetarian patty), and you…
Capricorn Coast & the Southern Reef Islands
This down-to-earth, family-run restaurant doesn't bang on about 'taking you on a journey'; instead, they serve up generous platefuls of slow-cooked lamb,…
Sunshine Coast
Polished yet relaxed, Tides showcases local seafood and regional produce. Set lunches offer a pared-back version of the dinner menu, which might include…
Rainbow Beach Surf Lifesaving Club
Rainbow Beach
Expect glorious outlooks at this old-school lifesaving club perched above Rainbow Beach, not haute cuisine. Picture windows and an exterior deck make the…
Brisbane & Around
Looking straight off the set of Aussie surf-side soap Home & Away, this youthful, beach-shack-chic cafe has a small al fresco terrace and a counter of…
Noosa
Noosa institution Gaston may have closed but the team are back with this sexy little bistro-bar. Airy, casual yet unmistakably urbane, its shtick is…
Noosa
This floating eatery offers numerous sections: cafe, fish-and-chip kiosk, rooftop bar (open for sunset drinks Tuesday to Sunday) and a Cape Cod–style…
