Best Family Restaurants in Queensland

"Victoria Park Bistro is a family friendly destination in one of Brisbane’s busiest lifestyle precincts, with plenty of dining options to suit foodies, situated just 2km from the Brisbane CBD and open 7 days a week. And what’s best is they have an on-site Kids Playground and weekend games area with a jumping castle for kids to enjoy. Enjoy a relaxed family breakfast, lunch or dinner in the delightful alfresco setting."

"Whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly breakfast or lunch, the Victoria Park Bistro can deliver. To start the day right, kids can enjoy classic brekky options like bacon and eggs, avocado toast, pancakes, or hash browns, with prices ranging from only $10 to $12. As for lunch, the selection is even more diverse."

"The Belvedere Hotel is a landmark historic pub at Woody Point with gorgeous views across Bramble Bay, that has been a drawcard for visitors and locals since it opened in 1901. There are garden rooms, dining pavilions, child's play areas, a dog friendly deck, bars in both the new and old sections, function spaces and a gaming lounge, all under one giant interconnected roof, while the sunset view from the massive waterfront deck has been voted one of the top ten in Australia by National Geographic. There really is something for everyone, including families with kids with a dedicated kids menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner available."

"If you enjoy snacking in the sea breeze while you do what you please, you will love the seaside al fresco dining options catering for everyone from solo visitors, to the family, to your entire group of friends available. Adored by locals and visitors alike, the Belvedere Hotel will have you satiated with both sustenance and scenery!. Offering a seasonal modern Australian menu using only the freshest ingredients, the Belvedere will have you umming and ahhing over their wide selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options."

"As the home of celebrations, The Belvedere Hotel, Woody Point, is adequately prepared for all occasions and guests. With a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu you can find little bites specifically for the kids, not to mention the incredible playground out on the alfresco deck dining area!. Across the way from the beach, you can spend your day out and about with family before stopping by The Bel for some mouth-watering dishes that look almost too good to eat!"

"It's not named Australia's #1 boutique burger brand for no reason!. Milky Lane are open and they're here for you, offering takeaway orders (most preferred for them), delivery orders (on Deliveroo and UberEats for most stores) and you can even buy a gift voucher to support them. Munch on some of their mouth-watering burgers all in the comfort of your own home."

"This New Farm local is the OG of American places in Brisbane. Previously called Blue Smoke, it’s been dishing up authentic BBQ from their wood-fired grill since 2006. This is one of the few places that do ribs like they do in Texas – with plenty of smoky flavour and a sauce that’s not too sweet."

"These cheeseburgers take me back to the classic American diners dotted across the interstate highways. In these diners there’s always a linoleum counter, faded vinyl booths, a solitary fry-cook hunched over the grill, and burgers that taste like home. Greaser has taken the humble cheeseburger and crinkle-cut fry combo and placed it in chicer surrounds, where you can enjoy it with a cocktail in their underground, candle-lit bar."

"This place says it all in the name, offering deliciously greasy American style late night feeds. Combined with top quality craft beers as well as live music, Greaser is the perfect spot for those night owls amongst us. With the kitchen open until 2 am, this a trendy underground bar and eatery is one of the best spots for late-night food in Brisbane."

"This South Bank haunt is doing their bit for the community with a healthcare workers initiative. Now, you can 'donate an order' and the Papa Rossi staff will deliver to the Mater Hospital. Plus, online orders receive 20% off."

"If one spectacular view isn’t enough, treat yourself to an endless stream of them through the Kookaburra Showboat Cruises. Float along the Brisbane River, admiring the surrounding panoramic views of Brisbane city, South Bank, the Kangaroo Cliffs, and heaps more. To top it off, the cruise offers a contemporary buffet for guests to dig into, including slow-cooked Angus beef, pasta, roast chicken, passion fruit cheesecake, and heaps more."

"Sightseeing with kids is fun when you're cruising down the Brisbane River. Snaking through the suburbs and coiling around the CBD, the river hosts several family-friendly cruises that offer children and adults a unique perspective of Brisbane's top tourist attractions and natural features. A popular option is the 90-minute Brisbane River Sightseeing Cruise."

"Otherwise, if you want to enjoy the Brisbane River up-close, embark on a river cruise from South Bank. Jump on board for a 1.5-hour river tour, including entertaining and well-informed commentary. You can book a cruise in the morning or afternoon to suit your schedule."

"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."

"Sooo Sweet is a little hidden gem just outside the city is the perfect spot for a sweet tooth’s fix. With a huge assortment of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean sweet pastries, you’ll probably spend a good half hour just trying to figure out which ones to try. Perfectly cooked Baklava, Turkish delight, ice cream and biscuits are just some of the treats you’ll find at one of the best cake shops in Brisbane."