Brisbane's 20 Most Popular Restaurants of 2022 So Far
These are the seafood-in-a-bag joints, dumpling spots, croissant havens and leafy cafes you've been scoping out so far this year.
There's always something to eat in Brisbane, no matter what you're craving. Hankering for late-night dumplings? World-renowned croissants? Saucy seafood in a bag? Top-notch Greek food by the river? Whichever fits, this city of ours has just what you're looking for.
And in 2022 so far, you have been looking. So, with the year at its halfway point, these are the results. Our most-viewed restaurants of the past six months provide a snapshot of your recent faves and a roadmap of places to visit (either for the first time or the sixth).
Use this list as a look back on some of your favourite eats from 2022 — and as a guide to planning the rest of your meals before 2023 hits.
Image: The Green.
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RestaurantKickin'Inn Spring Hill
477 Boundary Street, Spring Hill
Saucy seafood by the bag has landed in Spring Hill thanks to this Cajun-inspired eatery — and cutlery is very much optional.
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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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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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RestaurantIndustry Beans Newstead
18 Proe Street, Newstead
Find the Melbourne coffee pioneer's famed bubble tea cold brews at its original Brisbane outpost.
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BarOTTO Brisbane
Sidon Street, South Brisbane
The revamped site now features three Otto ventures, including its restaurant, a waterside bar and an events space.
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RestaurantMei Wei
Treasury Casino, Corner Of George And Queen Streets, Brisbane
Brisbane's underground dumpling bar is serving up potstickers, dim sum and barbecued meats.
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RestaurantBisou Bisou
458 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
The all-day French restaurant with an oyster and caviar bar.
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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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RestaurantThe Green
27 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Tuck into dishes like green shakshuka, tahini granola and spiced king salmon while surrounded by plants — then take some greenery home with you.
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RestaurantGemelli Italian James St
15 James Street, Fortitude Valley
The Gold Coast-based chain has opened its first Brisbane location on James Street, serving up bistecca, deep-fried dessert gnocchi and Sicilian margaritas.
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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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RestaurantPicnic Cafe West End
111 Boundary Street, West End
Meet West Village's go-to for inventive brunch dishes cocktails aplenty.
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RestaurantLune Croissanterie South Brisbane
15 Manning Street, South Brisbane
Melbourne's acclaimed bakery slings its world-famous croissants and coveted specials in South Brisbane.
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RestaurantLisboa Caffe
58 Hope Street, South Brisbane
This market and cafe favourite has opened its own bricks-and-mortar Portuguese custard tart bakery in South Brisbane.
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RestaurantKurtosh West End
, West End
The Central European-inspired pastry joint is known for its nutella-filled, cylindrical-shaped kürtőskalács, and also serves up burekas, brandy balls and cakes by the slab.
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RestaurantStanley
5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
A two-level Cantonese bar and restaurant at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves.
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RestaurantOne Fish Two Fish
708 Main Street, Kangaroo Point
Kangaroo Point's new home of fish 'n' chips.
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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.
