The Best Places to Eat in Brisbane – A Foodies Guide

Brisbane has so much to offer the modern traveller that it is hard to choose; whether to spend a day at the huge Queen Street Mall or wander around savouring the delicious fare. Either way a healthy dose of both are recommended. Tipplers Tap is a pretty good start if you fancy retro settings, 80's rock music and chicken wings with blue cheese dipping sauce accompanied by craft beer.

Italian at its best is available at Bucci located on James Street; you may not be able to keep to those diet plans at this restaurant known to serve the best cannoli in Brisbane.

Champagne and fiery sunsets are on offer at Bernadette O'Shea; a must visit eatery if you like laid back vibes and delicious bites to the accompaniment of some first class bubbly.

Enjoy good food and some entertainment at Lefties Old Time Music Hall located in Petrie Terrace. Nothing beats about of live music, good food and drinks to match as offered at this restaurant offering an assorted blend of attractions.

Not forgetting the chocoholics there's Monty's Chocolates; the place is ideal for the whole family and is a very comforting end to a long day of shopping or sightseeing. Located in Paddington this restaurant serves some very satisfying and heartening European hot chocolate, best of all the place is easy to reach if you are based at one of the conveniently located Brisbane city hotels or luxury serviced apartment hotels.

If you want a real taste of local culture you do not need to leave the comfy confines of the Brisbane CBD; simply head over to the Wednesday Farmers Market held at Reddacliff Place close to the Oaks Casino Towers and right within the CBD. Buy fresh new local produce and sample the delicious cooked food at the various stalls. Rub shoulders with the workers of Brisbane and enjoy the friendly vibes and sunny outdoors.

How about a plate of Jamon with a glass of sherry? Then head over to the tapas bar at Ortiga located within the verdant confines of Fortitude Valley.

Located within the Brisbane CBD Esquire, is the city's only three hat restaurant in the city. The ideal place to enjoy a classy meal and ritzy night out; this eatery promises a memorable experience.

A lovely cosy restaurant the Southside Tearooms is owned by John Patterson and Patience Hodgson of The Grates fame. Do visit for delicious meals, drinks and a cosy ambience.

This is a French style bistro that spills onto the streets of New Farm. Ideal for planning to breakfast at, Choquette promises crunchy croissants and hot bagels as you enjoy the street side views.