brisbane CBD
Restaurants
SupernormalRestaurantYes, those famous lobster rolls have landed riverside. But the Queensland sequel to Andrew McConnell’s Asian diner isn’t a carbon copy of the Melbourne original. Here’s what to expect.
PneumaRestaurantDan Arnold and Matt Blackwell have imbued the old Greenglass space with all the flair and ambition you’d expect from the pair. Come for highlights like mussel beurre blanc, and a wine list heavy on French and Aussie drops.
LongwangRestaurantBrisbane’s skinniest restaurant packs a fiery punch, courtesy of a former Same Same chef who’s serious about spice. Come for the Rabbit Banquet, which gets you a selection of hits for less than $75.
ExhibitionRestaurantBeneath the old Metro Arts Centre building, chef Tim Scott explores not just his love of cooking (with an evolving menu of around 15 to 20 courses) but also art, artisans and producers – from hand-forged cutlery to a display of antique Japanese knives and shelves of fancy recipe books.
Donna Chang DiningRestaurantA 120-seat modern-Chinese restaurant.
Rothwell’s Bar & GrillRestaurantPolished, old-school service and European-inspired dishes are the pillars of this elegant bar and grill in the former Jamie's Italian space. Visit for stellar seafood dishes, a tight selection of pastas and a roving Armagnac cart with bottles dating back to 1931.
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Cafes
ScugnizziCafeJust like a trad Italian bakery, this tiny takeaway joint sells chunky Roman-style pizza by the slice. Plus, arancini stuffed with saffron rice and Italian sausage, and house-made pastas to go.
Georgio’s CafeCafeCity workers, take note – this sleek cafe is the answer to all your weekday lunch woes. It’s got you covered with healthy salads, loaded deli sandwiches and Bear Bones specialty coffee.
Joe’s DeliCafeA Gold Coast deli king is now serving classic subs, Cuban sandos and loaded hot dogs in Brisbane. And because he's got a license, a Margarita or natty wine is in your near future.
BrewCafeA grungy hideaway that’s busy from morning to night.
Industry Beans Adelaide StreetCafeThe Melbourne coffee roaster’s small CBD espresso bar aims to get your brew out in under two minutes. Stop in for expert coffee, ice-cold cans of cold brew and Chouquette pastries.
Lune Croissanterie Burnett LaneCafeThe Melbourne-born croissanterie’s petite, takeaway-ready store isn’t much more than a hole in the wall. But it’s serving those famous pastries, and Coffee Supreme espresso and filter. Follow the crowds headed for one of the city’s most popular laneways.
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Bars
Bar MietteBarThe sibling to Supernormal is a European-inspired terrace bar with its own menu and views of the Story Bridge and Brisbane River.
Frog's Hollow SaloonBarAn elite bartending team is behind this approachable cocktail den, slinging an imaginative signature drinks list, Guinness on tap and housemade toasties. It’s all housed behind a heritage brick-and-timber facade in the city centre.
Before & AfterBarBehind a nondescript door down a graffiti-covered laneway, this homey underground bar is devoted to digestifs. Come for vintage Italian amaro, beeswax and lavender Negronis, and plenty of snacks to drink them with.
Felons Barrel HallBarThe top Brisbane brewery’s monster entertainment precinct is a one-stop drinking and dining destination. It’s got you covered with 59 taps, multiple eateries and a non-stop roster of DJs and live music.
AnticoBarFans of dapper cocktail bar Death & Taxes should make a beeline for this Brisbane city spot. Inspired by the hole-in-the-wall bars of New York and Italy, it's where you can slink into a leather booth with a well-made cocktail and escape the everyday.
Dr GimletteBarA boundary-pushing cocktail bar from the team behind CBD laneway bar Death and Taxes. It takes service to a whole new level, with roving Martini carts delivering expertly made seasonal drinks to luxurious leather booths.
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Shops
ContraShopA trove of independent and unconventional menswear.
The CloakroomShopBespoke and ready-to-wear menswear that’s always sharp.
InStitchuShopBespoke suiting and shirting you can actually afford.
King of the WingsShopStep aside, Colonel. Your secret herbs and spices don't have anything on this chicken.
ShowroomShopOnline shopping brought to the real world.
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