• News

    KFC's Latest Pop-Up Will Get You Celebrating a Chicken-Filled Midyear Christmas in the Blue Mountains

    At the Colonel's Lodge, you'll spend two nights in a wood-panelled mansion with unlimited KFC Christmas spreads to feast on.

  • News

    Now Open: Petite Is Fortitude Valley's New French Restaurant and Wine Bar From the Happy Boy and Snack Man Crew

    East Street just scored another place to eat, this time switching the focus away from Chinese cuisine — and with 20 dishes and 20 matching wines on the menu.

  • News

    First Look: Andrew McConnell's Supernormal Sibling Bar Miette Is Bringing Euro Vibes to Queen Street

    This newcomer is a terrace cafe and a wine bar — and it's opening by the Brisbane River ahead of Supernormal's launch in the Queensland capital.

  • News

    2024's James Street Food and Wine Trail Will Get You Spending a Huge Weekend Feasting in Fortitude Valley

    When it closes down the roadway for a jam-packed Sunday, this year's Market Day will feature 39 stalls — the event's most in its 12-year history.

  • News

    Alba Bar & Deli in Burnett Lane Has Poured Its Last Drinks and Permanently Closed Its Doors

    The San Sebastian-inspired haunt from former 'MasterChef' contestant Jamie Fleming has shut due to "economic pressures".

  • News

    Sour and Sweet: Everything You Need to Know about Amaretto Sour

    Celebrate golden hour with a classic cocktail made best with an Italian liqueur.

Latest Openings
  • Restaurant

    Riva Kitchen & Events

    285 MacArthur Avenue, Hamilton

    If you're after cruisy breakfasts, brunches and lunches with a view, you'll find them at Northshore Brisbane's airy riverside eatery.

  • Restaurant

    Uncle Don Woolloongabba

    148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba

    This Japanese chain has expanded its donburi empire with a new eatery at Woolloongabba's South City Square.

  • Bar

    Longwang

    144 Edward Street, Brisbane City

    Tuck into modern-Asian dishes in a CBD spot on Edward Street that was previously a void between two buildings.

  • Restaurant

    Fatcow on James St

    10 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    Wagyu tasting boards and booths with floor-to-ceiling curtains await at this relocated and revamped steakhouse, a past Eagle Street Pier favourite.

  • Bar

    Brighton Hotel

    196 Brighton Terrace, Brighton

    Located 20 minutes from Brisbane, this northside pub has undergone a revamp, adding a new beer garden and bistro.

  • Restaurant

    Emme

    22 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    You'll find this woodfired eatery serving up a Jordanian- and Moroccan-inspired menu in Spoon Deli Cafe's old James Street digs.

  • Bar

    Longwang

    144 Edward Street, Brisbane City

    Tuck into modern-Asian dishes in a CBD spot on Edward Street that was previously a void between two buildings.

  • Bar

    Brighton Hotel

    196 Brighton Terrace, Brighton

    Located 20 minutes from Brisbane, this northside pub has undergone a revamp, adding a new beer garden and bistro.

  • Bar

    The Rose & Crown

    275 Grey Street, South Brisbane

    South Bank's new London-inspired pub has taken over Little Big House's old digs on Grey Street.

  • Bar

    Izakaya and Ramen Taro's

    480 Queen Street, Brisbane City

    This beloved Japanese chain's Queen Street eatery is now a ramen joint by day and a food-focused izakaya at night.

  • Bar

    Alba Bar & Deli

    34 Burnett Lane, Brisbane City

    Brooklyn meets Barcelona at this bustling brick-front bar in Brisbane's city centre.

  • Bar

    Frog's Hollow Saloon

    26 Charlotte Street, Brisbane City

    Inside a retrofitted brick warehouse from the 1910s lives a bustling bar promising good times and great cocktails.

  • News

    Minjerribah/North Stradbroke Island's Quandamooka First Nations Festival Has Locked in Its 2024 Return

    Jem Cassar-Daley, Uncle Joe Geia and Sachem lead the lineup so far, with the fest hosting its first full-scale event since 2022 across two days in August.

  • News

    Cool Characters, Outsider Communities and Wild Career Successes: Austin Butler Chats 'The Bikeriders' 

    He's slipped into Elvis' blue-suede shoes. He battled Timothée Chalamet in 'Dune: Part Two'. And when the part of Benny in this motorcycle drama came his way, Butler “just felt that I had to play him”.

  • News

    Starting a Rom-Com Sitcom with a Nipple Flash and a Dog on Wheels: Harriet Dyer and Patrick Brammall Talk 'Colin From Accounts'

    Before this Aussie hit started picking up AACTA, Logie and Gotham TV awards — and scored a second season — it began as a fun idea between the IRL couple and 'No Activity' co-stars.

  • News

    Dylan Alcott's Inclusive and Accessible Music Festival Ability Fest Is Returning in October and Expanding to Brisbane

    This is the first time that the fest will take place outside of Melbourne — and it's locked in its dates in both the Victorian and Queensland capitals.

  • News

    Donald Glover Plays a Star Musician Fleeing Giant Animals in the Trailer for 'Bando Stone & the New World'

    As well as starring in this new dystopian movie, Glover directs — and provides the soundtrack as Childish Gambino.

  • News

    Richard Gadd Is Following Up 'Baby Reindeer' with HBO and BBC Drama 'Lions' About Another Complicated Relationship

    There's no word yet who'll be starring in the series, which will hop between the 80s and now — or if any emails will be sent from from a iPhone.

Featured Events
  • Event

    Felons' Cinema Sessions

    Tuesday, July 2, 2024

    Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City

    Brisbane's riverside CBD brewery is improving your Tuesdays with free flicks in its Barrel Hall.

  • Event

    Firelight Festival

    Friday, June 28 - Sunday, July 14, 2024

    Docklands Harbour Esplanade, Docklands

    Melbourne's after-dark arts festival is back for a fiery time at Docklands, complete with an underground light show and labyrinth beneath Marvel Stadium.

  • Event

    'Jurassic World' by Brickman

    Friday, December 8, 2023 - Sunday, July 14, 2024

    Queensland Museum, South Brisbane

    Lego finds a way — with more than 50 dinosaurs, props and scenes from the movie built out of the popular plastic bricks.

  • Event

    Dopamine Land

    Tuesday, May 28 - Sunday, July 21, 2024

    Uptown, Brisbane City

    This interactive multi-sensory experience that's all about making you feel happy is making its Australian premiere in Brisbane.

  • Event

    Felons' Yoga

    Wednesday, July 3, 2024

    Felons Brewing Co, Brisbane City

    Bend, stretch and drink at Brisbane's CBD riverside brewery every Wednesday after work.

  • Event

    The Sound Society at Roma Street Parklands

    Sunday, February 4, 2024, Sunday, March 3, 2024, Sunday, April 7, 2024 and Sunday, May 5, 2024 

    Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane

    Listen to free live music in stunning natural surroundings once a month.

  • Event

    'Jurassic World' by Brickman: Extended Opening Hours

    Friday, January 19, 2024, Saturday, January 20, 2024, Friday, February 2, 2024 and Saturday, February 3, 2024 

    Queensland Museum, South Brisbane

    Can't fit in a daytime visit to see the dinosaur franchise's creatures recreated with six million-plus Lego bricks? Head by after hours.

  • Event

    Adults-Only Mini-Golf Night

    Saturday, July 6, 2024

    The Jungle Adventure Play, Tingalpa

    Tingalpa's 16-hole jungle-themed mini golf course with a cocktail bar throws weekly boozy parties just for adults.

  • Event

    Shuckin' Sundays

    Sunday, July 7, 2024

    Victory Lane, Ascot

    This weekly special serves up $2 oysters from the Ascot venue's streetside cart.

  • Event

    Vertigo's Sunday Brunch

    Sunday, July 7, 2024

    Vertigo, New Farm

    You can now tuck into weekly champagne brunches while hanging over the side of Brisbane Powerhouse.

  • Event

    Grape Grazing by Night

    Friday, July 12, 2024

    RNA Showgrounds, Fortitude Valley

    Raise your glass to Aussie wine — and brews — at this annual event as part of the Royal Queensland Awards.

  • Event

    NewBARKet Festival

    Sunday, July 14, 2024

    Newmarket Village, Newmarket

    Take your dog to a movie at Reading Newmarket, then shopping for all kinds of goodies — and plenty of pats.

  • Event

    Portside Wharf Love Me Again Markets

    Saturday, March 9, 2024, Saturday, April 13, 2024, Saturday, May 11, 2024 and Saturday, June 8, 2024 

    Portside Wharf Hamilton, Brisbane

    Head to the riverside precinct on the second Saturday of each month to shop for pre-loved fashion from 20-plus stalls.

  • Event

    All-You-Can-Eat Pizza Mondays

    Monday, July 8, 2024

    Salt Meats Cheese Gasworks, Newstead

    Devour all the slices of pizza you can handle in 90 minutes from $29 — with a drink purchase.

  • News

    Brisbane Open House Is Back for 2024 to Get You Wandering Around (and Snooping Through) the City's Iconic Buildings

    This year, everywhere from the Merthyr Croquet Club and Centenary Pool to New Farm Cinemas and Newstead House are opening their doors.

  • News

    Australia's Most-Stylish Restaurants, Bars and Homes Have Been Revealed at the 2024 Interior Design Awards

    Melbourne's Reine and La Rue and Purple Pit, which are located in the same building, shared the Hospitality Design Award.

  • News

    Six Brands to Shop From If You're Looking to Add Eco-Consciousness to Your Home

    These businesses are looking to bring a new level of sustainability to homes all over Australia.

  • News

    Lego's New 'Mona Lisa' Kit Will Let You Display Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpiece on Your Own Wall

    After turning 'The Starry Night' and 'The Great Wave' into plastic bricks, Lego is now giving another iconic painting the same treatment.

  • News

    Winter Wardrobe, Sorted: Aldi's Massive Snow Gear Sale Is Back for 2024 with Nothing Over $100

    Making a beeline to the middle aisle to rug up has become an Aussie tradition, and this year's sale includes everything from gloves to thermoboots.

  • News

    Chic Digs Alert: The Australian Interior Design Awards Have Unveiled 2024's Shortlisted Bars, Restaurants and Homes

    If you're looking for stunning hospitality, residential, workplace, retail and public settings around Australia, here's where you'll find them.

Latest Guides
  • News

    From the Sky Deck to Sokyo, Here's When Everything Will Start Opening at Brisbane's New Queen's Wharf Precinct

    Thursday August 29, 2024 is launch day, finally, for this $3.6-billion spot — with its spaces, restaurants, bars and more opening in stages.

  • News

    Virgin Is Kicking Off July with a Flight Sale on One Million-Plus International and Domestic Fares Starting at $49

    Start booking your getaways for the next year, including to Tokyo, Bali, Fiji, Hamilton Island, Hobart and more.

  • Guide

    The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week

    This week in Brisbane, you can catch a Tina Turner musical, see a heap of Spanish films, then hit the dance floor at The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre’s winter live music season.

  • Guide

    News You Can Use: Nine Things That Happened in Brisbane This Week

    Here's what's been catching our attention, including a new riverside bar on Queen Street from acclaimed chef Andrew McConnell, a waterside market and Public Enemy coming to town.

  • News

    Dreamskape Is Melbourne's Huge New Augmented-Reality Entertainment Complex — and More Australian Sites Are on the Way

    At this Aussie first, you can play your way through six activity zones across 770 square metres, featuring 100-plus games and 50 immersive experiences.

  • News

    Coming Soon: The Lavish New Marina Mirage Gold Coast Hotel with a Rooftop Bar and Pool Will Open in 2027

    Marriott International's first-ever Luxury Collection resort on Australia's mainland will boast 122 rooms, a signature restaurant and a day spa.

Trending Bars and Restaurants
  • Bar

    Longwang

    144 Edward Street, Brisbane City

    Tuck into modern-Asian dishes in a CBD spot on Edward Street that was previously a void between two buildings.

  • Restaurant

    Emme

    22 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    You'll find this woodfired eatery serving up a Jordanian- and Moroccan-inspired menu in Spoon Deli Cafe's old James Street digs.

  • Restaurant

    Establishment 203

    6 Marshall Street, Fortitude Valley

    Ben O'Donoghue has opened an Italian and steak restaurant in Fortitude Valley.

  • Restaurant

    Uncle Don Woolloongabba

    148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba

    This Japanese chain has expanded its donburi empire with a new eatery at Woolloongabba's South City Square.

  • Bar

    Agnes

    22 Agnes Street, Fortitude Valley

    The Same Same and Honto crew has joined forces with chef Ben Williamson to serve up woodfired dishes in an old brick warehouse.

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