17 March 2016 Okay, we’ve got a lot to taco-bout. Whether you’ve got a penchant for hard or soft shell, these restaurants and bars deliver the Mexican (and Spanish) goods. Wrap your hands around these top-notch tacos in Brisbane.  Red Hook Gresham Lane, Brisbane City Tucked away in Brisbane City’s Gresham Lane, Red Hook is the ultimate American hang-out serving New York-style street food. The specialty may be burgers, but really we’re here for Taco Truck Tuesdays. Y

These are casual dining establishments where the drinks flow and it’s not uncommon to have cocktails pre, during and post-dinner.  These are the fun restaurants where hip young patrons flock to kick-start their weekends early. Unsurprisingly, these all fall in Brisbanes dedicated entertainment precinct, Fortitude Valley. How convenient... LongTime Slip down the laneway and into LongTime. This popular Thai fusion joint often has a waitlist – all the better excuse to have a dri

From cocktails with dinner to BYO restaurants, refined fine dining to cheap and quick in Chinatown – Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley has the full spectrum when it comes to dining. Whatever you’re feeling, we know just the place – read on to find the vibe you’re after. Restaurants-slash-bars These are the sorts of casual dining establishments where the drinks flow and it’s not uncommon to have cocktails pre, during and post-dinner. Join the hip crowds clinking co

From health-shop staple to topping-stacked treat – frozen yoghurt has had a hipster makeover. Cups loaded with froyo (even the name has had an overhaul) are overflowing with gummy bears, fruits, fudges and anything else you can balance.  We suggest you jump on board the froyo-train and get yourself a brain freeze from one of our picks. Nominom, Brisbane City There will be no sharing on your visit to Nominom, mostly just swift movements from the cup to your mouth, hopefully involving

Eat Street Northshore is a feast in every sense – the sights, smells, tastes and sounds come to life in this container food village every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night. For first-time visitors it can be overwhelming – what to eat with so much choice? Read our guide below and watch Visit Brisbane’s short video to get a true taste of Eat Street Northshore. Ways to get there The best way to reach Eat Street using public transport is via CityCat. Cruise along the river to No

If there is one thing that gets a Brisbane local out of bed on a Saturday morning, it’s the promise of a good breakfast. Fortunately we’re spoilt with amazing cafe choices here, but rather than keep the secret to ourselves, weve decided to share our favourite Brisbane breakfasts. Read on to discover which cafes and restaurants do some of the best breakfasts in Brisbane. Central | North | South | East | West Central Double Shot, New Farm&nbs

If a trip to the City of Lights is just out of reach, then c’est la vie! But fear not, for you can delight in all things French right here in Brisbane with a trip to one of the city’s favourite French restaurants or boulangeries. Bon appetit!  Bakeries and patisseries Do as the French do and order a cafe au lait and macaron, sit outside and watch the world pass by at one of the Le Bon Choix cafes, Chouquette, Belle Epoque, Passion Tree and Monsieur Macarons L

9 September 2015 Whether you’re looking to refuel with an organic green smoothie, or treating yourself to a stack of salted caramel pancakes, we’ve handpicked some of the best breakfasts in Brisbanes inner-north. Bowen Arrow, Bowen Hills All-day breakfast is music to our ears. Tuck into a bagel or something more substantial paired with a Dramanti coffee. Rogue Bar + Bistro, Newstead Tucked away in the side-streets of Newstead, this chic bistro offers delicious, carefully crafted br

Whether or not you know your shiraz from your merlot, or chardonnay from sauvignon blanc, let the city’s sommeliers teach you something new about vino at one of Brisbane’s wine bars. City Winery What’s better than one winery in the city? Three! City Winery is bringing wine making to the heart of Fortitude Valley and Brisbane’s CBD.  Enjoy boutique Gerler wines straight from the barrel and paddock-to-plate food at their industrial space on Wandoo St in Fortitude Val

10 September 2015 After an early-morning cycle, nothing beats a top-notch coffee and well-earned brunch. Whether you’re looking for some protein-rich poached eggs, or to treat yourself to a pancake stack, we’ve hand-picked our favourite post-ride spots to refuel and revive.  Sourced Grocer, Teneriffe – Operating as a cafe and gourmet deli, Sourced Grocer serves up locally sourced organic treats. Try the bircher with Barambah yoghurt and Bee One Third honeycomb.&nbs

Looking to experience that classic Queensland beer garden? Brisbane has you covered. While they might lack in cocktails, wines and dancing, these pubs make up for it with great beer, rich foods and an unbeatable atmosphere. In a city with endless sunshine and chatty locals, there’s no better place to unwind. Pig n Whistle, Fortitude Valley Planted on the corner of Robertson and Brunswick Sts, this trendy brick and tiled bar quickly became a fast favourite with Brisbane locals. Watch pass

There’s no better way to experience the warmth and charm of Queensland’s regions than visiting a country pub. Often the heart of the town, these watering holes range from tiny shacks to stately hotels. Grab a cold Aussie-brewed beer and soak up the atmosphere. IPSWICH Murphy’s Town Pub, Ipswich Originally known as the Commonwealth, this pub was built in 1910. With its wrought-iron balcony and impressive façade, Murphy’s Town Pub is an Ipswich icon perfect for afte

Experience a piece of Brisbane’s history with a cold pint at a good old-fashioned Aussie pub. Brisbane is home to a range of venues that date back to the 1800s, so you can rest assured that these pubs have stood the test of time and are well worth a visit.  The Normanby, Red Hill Set around a giant fig tree, The Normanby is practically a landmark for locals. This busy pub was built in 1889 and was one of Brisbane’s first commercial buildings to adopt the Queen Anne style, inclu

Updated: 7 July 2020If you love to experience a city via your plate - Brisbane is the place to unfold your napkin.  Brisbanes restaurants, bars and cafes are good to go. From the Lockyer Valley salad bowl to inner-city-grown mushrooms, our dining institutions continue to go above and beyond to serve up divine dishes and drinks using the freshest produce sourced from our region.  Fine dining Patina

In celebration of World Nutella Day (5 February every year) we’ve done the tasty research to uncover Brisbane’s best Nutella dishes. The criteria? Real Nutella must be used – no impostors will be found here. Read on and treat yourself to the best. Pizza Pizza is Italian. Nutella is Italian. Why not combine two of the greatest products to come from that country? Plenty of Brisbane pizza restaurants caught on to this thought – pick up a Nutella and strawberry calzone wi

Case of the munchies after 10pm? Skip your usual greasy fast food go-to and dive into Brisbane’s after-dark options that will both satisfy your cravings and tantalise your tastebuds. Greaser Bar This American-influenced basement bar in the heart of Fortitude Valley is open to midnight every night of the week. The best bits and grits from US is the fare up for grabs. Red Hook Nestled in Gresham Lane, this American-style burger joint is open til at 9pm Mondays and Tuesdays, 10pm Wednesd

Say goodbye to fine dining, white linen and big bills that make you cringe. Food trucks have hit the streets of Brisbane and they’re bringing the best street food from around the world. Now honestly, what could be better than your favourite dish coming to you?  If you’re not familiar with the food truck trend don’t be frightened, here is a comprehensive guide to the best food trucks in Brisbane.  The Bun Mobile  The Bun mobile is a taste sensation and was Brisbanes very first foo

Summer, winter, whatever – Brisbane has the perfect temperature any time of year to tuck into a bit of the cold stuff. With so many flavours to sample around town, we have compiled a list of the best to make your icy experience all the more enjoyable.  Gelato Messina, South Brisbane Across 200sqm of floor space you’ll find three counters filled with 40 flavours of colourful gelato (including five rotating weekly specials), timber shelving filled with its signature gelato cakes

If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth – this is the right place. We may be bias, but we’re going to call it and say Brisbane boasts some of the world’s most delectable dessert bars. Let’s face it, dessert is unanimously the best part of every meal, so we have put together our top picks for jaw-dropping sweet restaurants around Brisbane. Chester Street Bar & Bakery, Newstead Chester Street Bar and Bakery is the fourth and sweetest venture from Damian

Call us old fashioned, but we believe in the art of conversation. The chivalry in getting to know someone. Who wants to spend a romantic night out with your beau yelling in your ear in an overcrowded bar?  Were sure that isn’t exactly what you picture as your ideal date, and luckily you don’t have to. Brisbane has a variety of bars for every occasion and we have put together our seven picks for bars where you will actually be able to talk to your date. Mr & Mrs G, Eagle St