Brisbane's 20 Most Clicked-On 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.

Brisbane's 20 Most Clicked-On Restaurants of 2022 So Far

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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Food & Drink
Kickin'Inn 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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Food & Drink
Nota

A fancy, yet affordable eatery in the former Montrachet site serving snacks from $5.

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Food & Drink
Greca

A Greek taverna from restaurateur Jonathan Barthelmess at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves precinct.

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Food & Drink
Industry Beans Newstead

The Melbourne coffee pioneer has brought its famed bubble tea-like cold brews to Brisbane.

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Food & Drink
Sono

Fresh oyster, soft shell karaage and seared wagyu.

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Food & Drink
OTTO Brisbane

The revamped site now features three Otto ventures, including its restaurant, a waterside bar and an events space.

BOOK A TABLE

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Food & Drink
Mei Wei

Brisbane's underground dumpling bar is serving up potstickers, dim sum and barbecued meats.

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Food & Drink
Bisou Bisou

The all-day French restaurant with an oyster and caviar bar.

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Food & Drink
Yoko Dining

A sprawling riverside restaurant with Japanese food and cocktails.

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Food & Drink
Essa Restaurant

The latest venture from ex-Gauge chef Phil Marchant, this new fine diner focuses on locally sourced ingredients.

BOOK A TABLE

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Food & Drink
The Green

Tuck into green shakshuka, tahini granola and spiced king salmon while surrounded by plants, then take some greenery home with you.

BOOK A TABLE

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Food & Drink
Gemelli Italian James St

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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Food & Drink
Same Same

A two-storey Thai eatery in Ada Lane from the Longtime crew.

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Food & Drink
Picnic Cafe West End

Meet West Village's new go-to for cream cheese pancakes, wagyu scotch eggs and Biscoff martinis.

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Food & Drink
Lune Croissanterie South Brisbane

Melbourne's acclaimed bakery is now slinging its world-famous croissants in Brisbane.

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Food & Drink
Lisboa Caffe

This market and cafe favourite has opened its own bricks-and-mortar Portuguese custard tart bakery in South Brisbane.

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Food & Drink
Kurtosh 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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Food & Drink
Stanley

A two-level Cantonese bar and restaurant.

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Food & Drink
One Fish Two Fish

Kangaroo Point's new home of fish 'n' chips.

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Food & Drink
Bianca

The Same Same crew has opened a neighbouring trattoria in Ada Lane, serving up Italian dishes with an Aussie twist.

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