Salt Meats Cheese Is Opening a New All-Day Italian Diner at South Bank

It has been a busy couple of years for Salt Meats Cheese, and for pizza- and pasta-loving Brisbanites as well. Since early 2017, the Sydney chain has launched a Brisbane food truck, opened its first Brissie store and then added a second bricks-and-mortar location in West End. Now, it's getting ready to sling its signature Italian food at its third local eatery.

By the end of March, South Bank will join Newstead and West End among SMC's Brissie digs — and if the chain opening up another restaurant sounds familiar, that's because new Woolloongabba spot is also in the works. But, the new store at Mantra Hotel on Grey Street will launch first.

Taking over the ground floor space formerly inhabited by Stone, the 100-seat restaurant will serve up SMC's usual menu. That means slices aplenty, SMC's decadent pasta dishes, and a booze selection that'll also include local and imported wines and liquors that you won't be able to get anywhere else. The bar will also offer antipasti platters and a new range of bespoke cocktails made just for the venue.

Open to the general public, as well as Mantra guests, the eatery will also boast a greenery-filled al fresco dining area — which'll fit in nicely with South Bank's general outdoor vibe. And if you were looking for an extra incentive for your next staycation, SMC will also be doing 24-hour service for those bunking down in the hotel. Everyone else can drop by for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Salt Meats Cheese South Bank is slated to open at 161 Grey Street, South Brisbane by the end of March. We'll keep you updated regarding an exact opening date.