Recommended Brisbane Restaurants

Take it from both the passers-through, permanent residents and the restaurants themselves: Brisbane is serious about food, in a laid-back, Queensland kind of way. Start the morning (or afternoon) with an all-day breakfast then move on to gourmet burgers, a Greek banquet or a seafood feast for half price, if you time it right. Side track to crepes or a concrete (yep, you heard right). We've got the insider info on restaurants so get your GPS out and let the Brisbane dining odyssey begin!

Where to eat in Brisbane

Check out awesome places to chow down in Brisvegas. There’s a lot on offer with cuisines, price points and vibes to suit a whole range of palates.

212 Given Terrace, Paddington 4064

The Restaurant Says

It's just good food! Brisbane's best breakfast available seven days a week from 6.30am. A cornerstone cafe with an all day menu of international flavours. We'll see you every day while you stay!

Cuisine Type

A la Carte, Modern Australian

185 Boundary Street

The Restaurant Says

Specialising in authentic vibrant South East Asian flavours, using the freshest local produce, Chop Chop Chang's strives to lead the way in unique, exciting and fun dining experiences.

Cuisine Type

Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Vietnamese

13a/23 James Street

The Restaurant Says

Boasting a modern interior and casual outdoor deck, Gerard's Bar offers a smartly curated drinks list, a bar friendly and European inspired menu to compliment the seriously good charcuterie selection.

Cuisine Type

Spanish

Stanley Place, Cultural Precinct South Bank, Brisbane Queensland 4101, Australia

The Restaurant Says

GOMA Restaurant's philosophy is to deliver a dining experience as contemporary and creative as the artwork which surrounds it. Like the best artists, our menu strives to tell stories.

Cuisine Type

A la Carte, Modern Australian

610 Ann Street

The Restaurant Says

We took the heat, pace and flavour from classic South-East Asian cuisine, shook it with our personality and hospitality, and ignited it in an alleyway in Fortitude Valley.

Cuisine Type

Thai

575 Logan Rd, Greenslopes. 4120

The Restaurant Says

At The jam Pantry, we source locally seasonal produce from our regional farmers and backyards and create a monthly menu #whentheboardflips. Our favourite quirky pastime is fermenting and preserving.

Cuisine Type

A la Carte

989 Stanley Street

The Restaurant Says

The Wolfe brings contemporary fine dining with an edge of intrigue to East Brisbane

Cuisine Type

Modern Australian

3/61 Petrie Terrace, Paddington, QLD, 4064

The Restaurant Says

Peasant is a rustic Spanish restaurant focusing on wholesome tapas designed to be shared with good friends. We focus on social dining with an extensive beverage list, all with great atmosphere.

Cuisine Type

Spanish

Wotif's insider tips for restaurants in Brisbane

From food trucks to five star, surf ’n’ turf to truffles, check out these choice tips from local and visiting foodies. Brisbane is chock-a-block with burger joints, find the best ones to check out.

Type:

Seafood

Perfect for:

Anyone and everyone

Some of the most delicious fries and freshest seafood get served from this food truck. I was lucky enough to find them at a music festival and the fish and chips were superb. They are always on the move so you'll have to check their website to see where they'll be serving from.

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Type:

Modern Fusion

Perfect for:

Couples, Foodies, The hard to impress

It's located right on the river, with an excellent view of the Story Bridge and all the boats sailing past. Order the scallops! They're perfect. The staff are very attentive, without being overbearing. I love this place, and if you have any association with UQ, they give you a discount. They often have two-course lunch specials. Mouthwatering!

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Type:

Chinese

Perfect for:

Anyone and everyone, Foodies, The hard to impress

Happy boy is welcoming and lively, while it maintains a degree of elegance and style. I don't usually go for Chinese food as I'm a not much a fan of much deep fried food, however the food here was far more than the Chinese I expected. All dishes were unique and vastly flavoursome. They exceeded my idea of traditional Chinese food, yet they all were.

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Type:

Indian

Perfect for:

Anyone and everyone

The best peshwari naan - mouthwatering. And you have to try their mango lassi - I could drink it by the litre. They have all the favourites (eg. butter chicken, tikka masala) and a whole lot of vegetarian options, but whatever you choose, make sure the peshwari naan and mango lassi are on the list. It's a tiny place, so if you go in a group, it's like the whole place is yours! Close to other bars if you want to go for a drink afterwards.

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Type:

American

Perfect for:

Couples, Families, Youngsters and the young-at-heart

The pork belly burger and the chocolate peanut butter milkshake - delicious! It's always busy here, so make sure you get an inside table or one along the side. Otherwise, everyone lining up to get in will be ogling you food as they wait. They also have AMAZING 'concretes' - custard ice cream sundaes!

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Type:

Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese

Perfect for:

Anyone and everyone

What's not to love about Asian fusion? And the lychee lemonade is an added bonus. The menu changes every now and then, but the duck is always good, as is the green pawpaw salad. The classic pad thai is huge and delicious. The decor is fun (a million chopsticks hanging from the ceiling, for one), and there is always plenty of action happening right outside - often a salsa class on a Friday night. Another bonus: their speedy lunch menu on…

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Type:

American

Perfect for:

Foodies, Vegetarians, Vegans

Full vegan menu and everything is good! Although they took my favourite item off the menu recently; the pumpkin pizza.

10/10

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Type:

Japanese

Perfect for:

Anyone and everyone

This place is Japanese and Korean. They have salads, burgers, bento boxes, rice, noodles - and alcoholic drinks! My favourites include their homemade lemonade and their spicy Korean chicken salad. It has a sesame dressing that is so moreish, you can never get enough. Plus, the staff are good to their regulars, so go there often!

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Type:

French

Perfect for:

Couples, Youngsters and the young-at-heart, Sweet-tooths

Nutella crepes, pulled pork crepes, breakfast crepes. I just love the texture - and the taste, and the price. So good! These guys also have a stall at the Eat Street Markets, but if you can't wait till the weekend for a crepe fix, head to their store. It's a tiny shop, so it's good if you wanna chill out in peace and quiet, or have a conversation with a pal.

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Type:

American

Perfect for:

Families, Youngsters and the young-at-heart

Huge burgers, mouthwatering onion rings (also huge), and alcoholic milkshakes! You'll be in a food coma after this meal, so prepare to be very full and very sleepy. Always fun music and an 80s film on in the background, and the faux library setting adds another touch of fun.

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Type:

Chinese, Thai

Perfect for:

Couples, Families, the super-hungry

Yum cha is perfect - the staff know exactly what they're doing, and there's always a trolley coming by, so you'll never have to wait. Love the giant prawn dumplings, the Szechuan green beans (so good!), and the sesame balls for dessert. Delicious!!! The staff will remember if you're a repeat customer and will really look after you.

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Type:

Japanese

Perfect for:

Youngsters and the young-at-heart, The adventurous, The hard to impress

The meals are huge, and you can always get a seat right at the cook top for front seat action. The chefs are entertaining and put on a real performance while cooking your food. I recommend the baby octopus and the kamikaze special sauce.

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Type:

Japanese

Perfect for:

Couples, Families, Foodies

Moga has both a great sushi train and a more formal restaurant. Both serving delicious Japanese cuisine.

18, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Type:

Modern Australian, Modern Fusion, Pizza

Perfect for:

Couples, Honeymooners, The adventurous

The dimly lit rooms give the restaurant a warm, rustic vibe which perfectly accompanies the gourmet food they serve.

18, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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