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1. Vela Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(106)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • West End
Booked 35 times today
Discover Vela, Brisbane's newest modern Thai sensation nestled in the heart of West Village. Brought to you by successful serial restaurateurs, Vela promises a vibrant, upmarket and refreshing dining experience, blending traditional flavours with an inventive flair; redefining Thai cuisine in Brisbane.With its spacious 200+ seat venue adorned with funky and modern decor, guests will indulge in flavourful dishes and showstopping cocktails from sun up to sun down. Whether it's an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Vela welcomes you with open arms. Select from our customisable à la carte menu, banquet menu, or allow our hospitable team to craft unforgettable experiences in our function spaces for your perfect party or group booking.Join us at Vela, where every meal is a celebration of heritage, flavour, and the joy of shared experiences. Make your reservation today and discover why Vela is Brisbane's newest culinary hotspot.
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2. Nusa Dining Brisbane
4.7
Exceptional(19)
Price: Expensive
• Indonesian • South Bank
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Indonesia at Nusa Dining Brisbane, where we proudly present Indonesian cuisine in a unique and stylish setting. Indulge in our Rijstaffel feast during dinner, a delightful array of small plates showcasing the rich diversity of Indonesian cuisine, accompanied by varieties of Indonesian grilled based dishes and Indonesia inspired creative cocktails.- all Friday & Saturday dinner will incur a 5% service charge- all other public holidays will incur 10% surcharge- Good Friday, Christmas and New Year will incur 15% public holiday surcharge
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3. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf
4.3
Awesome(1573)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD
Booked 31 times today
Black Hide Steak and Seafood by Gambaro at Queens Wharf will enchant and entertain guests by offering world-class Queensland steak as the hero cuisine, and a selection of mouth-watering seafood dishes.Experience and savour exceptional personalised guest service and a divinely rich atmosphere that can only be delivered by blending intricate and cutting-edge design with worldly charm and sophistication.Overlooking the Brisbane River and within an easy stroll of the city’s arts and cultural South Bank precinct, this stunning restaurant will be perfectly positioned on level 4, on the terrace of the new extraordinary Queens WharfSurcharges applies for weekends and Public Holidays, a service fees will apply to all credit card transaction
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4. Sasso Italiano
4.5
Awesome(725)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Woolloongabba
Booked 26 times today
This is Sasso. Your local neighbourhood Italian, made different. Dig in, all are welcome here.Takeaway available online orders only - check us out here: https://sassoitaliano.orderup.com.au
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5. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane
4.5
Awesome(946)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • South Bank
Booked 42 times today
The Terrace at the Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane is a foodie's paradise, offering a unique blend of contemporary Asian cuisine and a luxurious rooftop ambiance. As one reviewer noted, the food is 'delicious', with 'unique flavors' and 'beautifully presented dishes'. Another praised the 'exquisite food' and the 'impeccable service'. The stunning views and the attentive staff add to the overall dining experience, making it a must-visit for any food lover.
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6. Perspective Dining
4.9
Exceptional(49)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Fortitude Valley
Booked 3 times today
Perspective dining is a modern gastronomic tasting menu experience, a closed-door 12-seat chef table dining space, our chefs will take you on a unique culinary journey. Perspective Dining will offer cutting-edge tasting menus seasonally from 3 courses to 9 courses, a plant-based menu as well as a protein-based menu. Perspective Dining will be collaborating with local farmers and suppliers to ensure that our vision of uncompromised, no holds barred excellence and sustainability is showcased in our food.Perspective | Lunch Thursday to Saturday12:30pmFood and wine pairing 140Just the food 80Perspective Dinner 9 courses6:30 pmFood and Wine pairing 300Just the food 195
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7. Doughcraft
4.6
Exceptional(106)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Brisbane CBD
Booked 18 times today
At Doughcraft, our vision is to blend the rich traditions of French and Italian culinary arts, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof. We are dedicated to creating exceptional products with passion, tradition, and authenticity.From sunrise, our masterful French bakers craft unique viennoiseries and artisanal bread, ensuring every bite transports our customers to a quaint Parisian bakery. By midday, our freshly baked breads become the heart of delightful sandwiches and paninis, perfect for a busy city lunch.As the sun sets, Doughcraft transforms into an Italian haven. Our skilled Italian chefs take over, infusing the evening with the vibrant flavours of Italy. Whether it’s our hand-made pasta, authentic pizzas, or other Italian specialties, each dish is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence.At Doughcraft, we celebrate the unity of these two renowned culinary traditions, offering Brisbane a unique and unforgettable dining experience from morning till night.
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8. Montrachet
4.7
Exceptional(219)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Bowen Hills
Booked 6 times today
Montrachet at Bowen Hills, is located on King Street. Large windows enclose a lavishly furnished space, creatingintimacy for a world of luxury inside; white tablecloths, silver cutlery, rich timbers and a well-stocked bar are all redolent of a charming Parisian brasserie and perceptive waitstaff are attentive in fulfilling culinary desires.Stepping into Montrachet is like stepping into a Parisian bistro. From the burgundy leather banquet that runs the length of the room, to the marble comptoir (bar), Montrachet oozes elegance and charm. Traditional overtones and design are accompanied by Laguiole cutlery, monogrammed crockery and glassware and a well stocked bar. French antiques, metal pastis signs and gilt framed mirrors create an ambience perfectly complimentary to the French cuisine of executive chef and owner Clement Chauvin is famous for.
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9. Essa Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(731)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley
Booked 17 times today
ESSA provides a destination to escape the expected.Just like the raw interiors in which we reside, our work is simple but considered.The ethos in the kitchen embraces collaboration with local farmers, hunters and providores, promoting an environmentally conscious approach to the menu. Harvest driven dishes provide the creative parameters for our ever evolving dining experience. ESSA is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm till late and Friday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.
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10. Mr Wabi
4.6
Exceptional(377)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Brisbane CBD
Booked 19 times today
Looking for the best Asian food in Brisbane?Mr. Wabi is a blend of sophisticated Asian fusion street food with eclectic cocktails, tap beer and boutique wine to cater for the urban professionals in the heart of Fortitude Valley.Wabi means to accept the aesthetics and the beauty of imperfection. This connects a deep meaning between street food that’s imperfect in nature and accepting the beauty within as the dishes are upgraded to appeal to a more sophisticated palate.Mr. Wabi is fun and approachable, with a focus on quality produce and service to encourage people to come together for good times.Located in the bustling inner-city nightlife strip of Burnett Lane in Brisbane City, our menu showcases a wide selection of Asian fusion dishes coupled with a fantastic unique selection of cocktails. We aim to be one of the best places to eat in Brisbane.
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