Best Pastries in Brisbane City

"After taking a sabbatical from butter, eggs and flour, Brisbane’s dessert doyenne Jocelyn Hancock returned to the city’s sweet treats scene with Cake & Bake. Given the store’s West End location, it seems only fitting the brownies are a little bit hippie with swirls of halva and Tahini, but this only makes you love them more. There is a menu featuring desserts such as light-as-a-feather Paris Brest and a honey soaked and toasted almost slice or you can ogle the glass cabinet and take home a treat."

"It’s hard not to get sidetracked in a bakery that so effortlessly does it all (we’re talking preserves, pastries, and irresistible counter treats), but keep your eye on the prize, because Cake & Bake’s display cabinet is chock-a-block with masterfully-crafted cakes. Take our word for it: nothing will win more brownie points than a dense chocolate and hazelnut cake sprinkled with dried rose petals."

"Cake & Bake presents the best of Brisbane in a take-home offering, using produce sourced from Jocelyn Hancock (the owner of Cake and Bake)’s childhood home of Braeside, as well as a network of local farmers. Her new shop showcases an ongoing commitment to quality, care and attention to detail with fantastically looking and tasty cakes."

"One of Brisbane’s only Italian Bakeries, Gerbino’s aim to bring the authentic taste of Italy to Brisbane. From handmade pastries, breads and cake to their delicious coffee, this family-run pasticceria and bakery is the ideal location for a date with Nonna."

"Half bakery, half pasticceria, this Italian gem is tucked away from the main Ashgrove action and more than warrants a detour."

"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."

"Forget everything you think you know about kebabs and replace it with this: a range of globally-influenced delights using premium ingredients!. We’re talking options like The Multicultural kebab with chicken, lamb, onion, tomato, two cheeses, paprika, pickles, hot chips, tzatziki and garlic sauce, or The Mediterranean with lamb, onion, tomato, paprika, hot chips, feta and tzatziki."

"Tucked inside the old-world charm of The New Incholm Hotel & Suites on Wickham Terrace, award-winning Thomson’s offers both à la carte and 
a five-course tasting menu. Start with 
a pre-dinner drink at the Socialites Bar."

"This Cantonese inspired restaurant is full of inventive and modern dishes. From steamed coral trout with ginger, shallot and white soy, to steamed young gai lan and oyster sauce, we can guarantee you won't be disappointed. 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City"

"It always feels a little wrong to eat seafood without a waterfront view. River Quay Fish understands that barra tastes better when you can see where it used to live, and are serving up some of the city’s best seafood in one of the city’s best riverside locations. They also do takeaway, so if you STILL feel like you’re too far from the river, you can take your soft shell crab baguette down to where the water is literally in jumping distance."

"Making the most of its Eagle Street Pier location, Sake Restaurant & Bar is a breezy iteration of Rockpool Dining Group’s popular contemporary Japanese concept. It’s also one of the best expressions of the long-established Sake chain, best experienced through the $110 “omakase”, which is more like a set-menu that’s loaded with the menu’s greatest hits like popcorn shrimp with yuzu mayo, a chef’s selection of sashimi, miso ‘Glacier 51’ toothfish, and Tajima wagyu strip loin. Address: Level 1/45 Eagle St Pier, Brisbane CityContact: (07) 3015 0557"

"Five-star dining awaits you at Sake, the dynamic Japanese restaurant reigning supreme over Eagle Street Pier. Named after Japan’s famous rice wine, Sake combines a powerhouse menu, excellent customer service and stunning river views to create a dining experience like no other. With tantalising signature dishes like the Hiramasa Kingfish with soy dressing, house-made lime and jalapeno kosho, this venue serves up unbeatable culinary experiences from Wednesday to Sunday."

"If you’re in the market for contemporary Japanese, Sake will hit the spot. With the freshest sashimi and local seafood on the menu, mixed with delectable cocktails to complement, you’re in for a treat. https://www.instagram.com/p/BS4zqQdDoX8/?"

"In Brisbane, we're lucky — it's always pretty balmy, weather-wise, and we have hundreds of spots by the river and water to drink and dine in. So, no matter the season, you can soak in a stellar setting while enjoying another brunch, spritz or bowl of fresh seafood spaghetti. And, if it does rain, all these spots have undercover areas — where you can still enjoy the views."

"Also located in Brisbane’s Eagle Street, the Alchemy Restaurant offers beautiful views to accompany your meal. The restaurant offers a variety of dining options, including a La Carte menu, a Degustation menu, a vegetarian menu, and more. Enjoy the sweeping views of the Brisbane River, Story Bridge, and surrounding cityscape."

"Located in Brisbane city with stunning views of Brisbane River and the Story Bridge is Alchemy Restaurant and Bar. Oozing casual elegance with soft lighting, contemporary décor and an opulent Murano g..."