Brisbane's 20 Most-Popular Restaurants of 2024 So Far
From stellar steak joints and Middle Eastern menus to spots with a view and Chinese feasts, these are the Brisbane eateries that you've been searching for across 2024's first half.
Sometimes, the hankering for a great steak, an exceptional Chinese feast or the flavours of the Middle East strikes. Sometimes, it's the venue's details beyond its cuisine — a riverside perch, a well-known chef, a fantastic wine list or an attached bar, for instance — that takes your fancy instead.
Brisbane can cater to all of the above, and does — and you've been searching for places that do just that across 2024 so far. Now that the year has passed its halfway point, we've compiled a rundown of the most-viewed restaurants of the past six months, which offers a handy snapshot of your recent faves. It's also a roadmap of places to visit before 2025 arrives, whether you'll be a regular or a newcomer.
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CafeRiva 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.
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RestaurantEstablishment 203
6 Marshall Street, Fortitude Valley
Ben O'Donoghue has opened an Italian and steak restaurant in Fortitude Valley.
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RestaurantGreca
Howard Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane
A Greek taverna from restaurateur Jonathan Barthelmess at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves precinct.
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RestaurantNota
224 Given Terrace, Paddington
A fancy, yet affordable eatery in the former Montrachet site serving snacks from $5.
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RestaurantSame Same
46 James Street, Fortitude Valley
A two-storey Thai eatery in Ada Lane from the Longtime crew.
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RestaurantBianca
46 James Street, Fortitude Valley
The Same Same crew has opened a neighbouring trattoria in Ada Lane, serving up Italian dishes with an Aussie twist.
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RestaurantYoko Dining
5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
A sprawling riverside restaurant with Japanese food and cocktails.
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RestaurantEssa Restaurant
181 Robertson Street, Fortitude Valley
The latest venture from ex-Gauge chef Phil Marchant, this new fine diner focuses on locally sourced ingredients.
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RestaurantComo
119 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane
This modern Italian restaurant in South Brisbane takes its cues from Lake Como.
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RestaurantShort Grain
15 Marshall Street, Fortitude Valley
Martin Boetz has launched a Thai restaurant and Asian food store in Fortitude Valley.
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RestaurantRich & Rare
97 Boundary Street, West End
This West End steak haven takes its cues from Manhattan — and encourages upscale surf 'n' turf combos.
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RestaurantE'cco Bistro
63 Skyring Terrace, Newstead
After 22 years on Boundary Street, this Brisbane dining institution has a new home in Newstead.
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RestaurantEmme
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.
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RestaurantDonna Chang
171 George Street, Brisbane City
A luxe Chinese fine diner in Brisbane's CBD.
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RestaurantC'est Bon Restaurant & Le Bon Bar
611 Stanley Street, Woolloongabba
This Woolloongabba favourite has been serving up top-notch French fare for 15 years.
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RestaurantRestaurant Dan Arnold
959 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
A French fine diner in the heart of Fortitude Valley.
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RestaurantJoy
694 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
This cosy Bakery Lane restaurant only seats ten at the chef's table.
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RestaurantDapl
200 Creek Street, Spring Hill
Located inside Brisbane's Amora Hotel, this restaurant heroes native Australian ingredients.
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RestaurantHellenika at The Calile
48 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Inside The Calile, you can enjoy spanakopita, seafood and Greek wines in smooth surrounds.
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RestaurantUncle Don Woolloongabba
148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba
This Japanese chain has expanded its donburi empire with a new eatery at Woolloongabba's South City Square.
