The best places to eat in Brisbane
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Brisbane's dining scene is a true sight to behold, helmed by a new-wave of dining delights.
Inner-city enclaves like New Farm and Fortitude Valley have
ramped up speed, joining CBD venues in the culinary ranks. If
you’re heading to
https://www.australiantraveller.com/qld/brisbane/
(or you’re already here), then you may need a little help
deciding exactly which foodie hubs are worth exploring.
Here are our picks for the best restaurants in Brisbane – for
breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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Little Loco
You’ll find some of Newfarm's best barista offerings at Little Loco.
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After a strong opening in 2015, the café has gone from strength to
strength in reputation, service, and food.Come for the sunny
outdoor seating, and stay for the innovative and delicious menu.
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Morning After
Morning After caters to the experimental breakfast palette, with a mix of modern classics on the menu.
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They offer a mix of modern classics on the menu, many with an
innovative twist.
The MaMuffin is a hash-brown upgrade to the iconic staple, and the
breakfast carbonara features pappardelle, 63-degree egg,
mushrooms, guanciale and pecorino romano.
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NAÏM
Far from your standard eggs and bacon joint, Naim brings Middle-Eastern cuisine to a quaint corner shop atop a Paddington hill.
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The eatery takes its name from the Hebrew word for pleasant, and
finds a way to continually sprinkle that energy throughout.
On the menu you’ll find a few Western tweaks to traditional Middle
Eastern food – think falafels, hummus bowls, and all the other
good stuff.
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The Smug Fig
If you’re a sucker for natural light and some impressively decorated walls, you’ll feel right at home at The Smug Fig.
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This garden shed turned cafe features high-ceilings, a spacious
courtyard, and an-all day brunch menu that is positively top
notch. Locals come for the extravagant variations of French toast,
so be sure to check out the specials if your taste buds are wowed.
5
Stokehouse Q
Take in the best of the Brisbane River at Stokehouse Q, nestled right on the banks of the iconic waterfront location.
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A daytime sitting in the open-plan restaurant gives patrons the
chance to take advantage of the location and bask in that famous
Queensland climate. Upscale diners will revel in the main area
which serves as an elegant backdrop complete with Mediterranean
fare.
6
Hellenika
Housed inside boutique-hotel and photographer-paradise, The Calile, Hellenika is the perfect alfresco space to grab a daytime bite.
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Enjoy signature, authentic Greek fare in an array of upscale
environments. Whether it be a casual bite by the pool, or alfresco
dining with friends – there are myriad options to suit in this
rooftop oasis.
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NOTA Restaurant
Since opening in 2019, Nota has reinvigorated the lunch palette of Paddington diners.
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With its uncomplicated, yet luxurious approach to European plates,
you’ll be shocked at how accessible these price tags are. Snacks
start from $5, with smoked cheese and semi-dried tomato scattered
throughout, and mains such as slow-cooked octopus start at $22.
8
One Fish Two Fish
One Fish Two Fish is a fresh take on the suburban restaurant and bar, with something for all schools of seafood lovers.
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For those who welcome a relaxed and low-fuss dining experience set
to a lively ‘80s soundtrack, this might just be the place for you.
With classic fish and chips done perfectly, new-school fancy fish
dishes, and versatile and irresistible sides, One Fish Two Fish is
the new go-to for lazy lunches and as many oysters as you can
muster.
9
OTTO Ristorante Brisbane
The beauty of Otto’s menu is just how simple it is.
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It needn’t show off with outlandish bells and whistles, it simply
lets the quality of the regional produce do all the talking.
Otto’s celebrates the extravagance of people, place and la dolce
vita through the modern Italian cuisine.
Peruse an a la carte menu, tasting menu, vegan menu and curated
wine list while overlooking the iconic Brisbane River.
10
Happy Boy
Stop here for cool, contemporary Chinese food, right in the heart of Brisbane’s buzzing precinct.
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The light, industrial space offers minimalism in spades, alongside
an affordable dinner menu that covers all the bases. The house
fried rice is a popular choice, as well as the Beijing duck
pancakes.
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Same same
Same Same is another beautifully designed venue from the team behind The Calile – and it’s anything but ordinary.
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They’ve managed to take the heat, flavour and pace of classic
Southeast Asian cooking and shake it together with a liberal dose
of personality and hospitality. The results are a bustling,
enigmatic restaurant that comes alive every night of the week.
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Greca Restaurant Brisbane
Greca is a top-notch Greek restaurant at Howard Smith Wharves by renowned restaurateur Jonathan Barthelmess.
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The old warehouse serves as an old white taverna, boasting a menu
that revolves around the charcoal and wood fire grills.
Encounter plenty of seafood and meats, alongside other traditional
Greek dishes that you’ll have lots of fun trying to pronounce –
taramasalata, spanakopita, dolmades.
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