Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Brisbane City

"Eleven Rooftop Bar has been reimagined, now going by the name of Maya Mexican and serving up a new range of exotic drinks and food for a limited time only. Panoramic views of Brisbane can now be enjoyed from a Caribbean-inspired setting, with a side of margheritas and tacos. View this post on Instagram"

"Set high above the Brisbane skyline this is definitely a cool place to chill out, have a drink and look at the scenery both outside in inside the bar. Eleven is 25 stories above the rest of the nightlife below on Ann Street. This is a laid-back venue for those who are hard to impress."

"This cosy suburban bistro is full of charm–from their intriguing menu to the tasselled lampshades adorning the warren of dining rooms. Whether you have room for their five-, seven- or nine-course degustation (and we strongly recommend getting the matched wines), you’ll be hard-pressed to choose a favourite course from the lineup of innovative dishes. Plant-based options are also available for those who would rather not eat the restaurant’s namesake."

"Auchenflower doesn’t have much of a buzzing dining scene but the inner-city suburb is housing one poorly kept secret — and that’s Deer Duck Bistro. Inside, the eccentric collection of mismatched antique furniture, wonky lamps and ominous paintings look like they’re straight out of the parlour from Cluedo, but that’s the venue’s charm. And while the decor may be old-world, the food is anything but."

"Known for their luscious degustation menus, Deer Duck Bistro has made their cuisine available to be enjoyed at home. Not only can you still have the experience of a 5 course degustation, with their degustation menu options carefully selected to be enjoyed together (and with vegetarian and wine pairing options) but you can also order single meals if that’s more your style."

"Nationally acclaimed and award winning E'cco Bistro was founded in Brisbane in 1995 by one of Australia's most celebrated chefs, Philip Johnson. For the past 25 years, Philip and his team at his landmark bistro have taken a sure yet simple approach by serving unpretentious food to the delight of..."

"If you drive past a bustling red building in Albion, you’ll know it’s the home of Artie & Mai – the perfect destination for morning catchups. A modern rustic treat, the café is not only a wondrous sight to take in but has plenty of dishes to tickle your fancy. A strawberry waffle sandwich, portobello mushrooms, or fish tacos, the menu is jam-packed with variety, it’s guaranteed to not just be a one-time trip!"

"While the tinted glass panels, moody lighting and wine-lined walls set an understatedly elegant scene, this intimate, well-versed wine bar is quintessentially Brisbane in its easy, unpretentious attitude."

"This is a great little place to eat because it has an awesome menu including catering for kids and a gated play area for peace of mind and relaxation. http://thehutchbistro.com.au/"

"The Downfall Creek Bushland Centre in the Raven Street Reserve is a wonderful place to take children to learn about and explore Brisbane's bushland. The centre is open week days and features a fish tank display, interactive digital displays and other informative displays designed to raise awareness of the value of urban bushland in Brisbane and encourage personal responsibility for the maintenance of these areas. There are a number of short bush walks ideal for introducing children to the bush and developing in them an appreciation of nature."

"The family owned Olive & Angelo restaurant has got it going on!. Forget your trip to Italy for the summer as their menu has all the Italian feasts you could dream of. Enjoy a date-night or self-isolation treat with eats such as gnocchi bolognese, wood fired pizza, slow roasted lamb and more."

"Brought to you by Angelo Leonforte, Olive & Angelo delivers to Brisbane an authentic signature of traditional Italian cuisine. We have a generous focus on catering to all diners. Therefore we have created a menu of gluten-free, vegan & traditional options."

"In a tranquil location by the Brisbane River, this is a restaurant that’s Italian through and through. Guests are invited to sit amongst the casual interior or chill out at the lush outdoor bar from breakfast right through until dinner. It’s probably the only place in Brisbane where you can have gnocchi for breakfast – and we’re all about it."

"Fresh, authentic Italian food made with love is on the menu at Osteria Epoca on Orontes Road in Yeronga. Timber beams and worn brick walls entice diners into this chic and cheerful restaurant, where r..."

"For over 50 years Giardinetto has 
been dishing out hearty Italian fare 
in the heart of Brunswick Street. This busy bistro with its garden courtyard is a real blast from the past 
for long-standing Brisbane diners."