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1. Trident Cucina and Bar
4.4
Awesome(13)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Woolloongabba
Your friendly neighbourhood pizzeria is nestled right in the heart of Woolloongabba. Come for the handmade pizza, and stay for the good times.
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2. CRU Bar & Cellar
4.6
Exceptional(576)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley
Booked 33 times today
Home to a celebrated wine bar, retail cellar, and private dining room, CRU pairs laid-back luxury with the stylish spirit of Brisbane’s James Street precinct.Our signature green onyx bar surrounds the shimmering heart of CRU, a glorious antique Baccarat chandelier Soak up the street scene or take a seat at the bar and lose yourself in our award-winning wine list.CRU is the perfect spot for a glass of something special, a leisurely lunch with friends, or a decadent dinner for two.
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3. Essa Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(712)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley
Booked 16 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, Saturday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.
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4. Harveys Bar and Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(900)
Price: Expensive
• Australian • New Farm
Booked 35 times today
Harveys offers an all-day dining experience of unpretentious, seasonal cuisine served in inviting and stylish surrounds. With the highly regarded PJ McMillan at the helm, Harveys food is honest fare made with integrity, created and designed to reflect the current harvest and day-to-day availability of ingredients.Harveys can welcome you through the course of the day with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and a design that takes full advantage of the superb location, with a stylish, comfortable bar and indoor and outdoor garden seating. Situated at the heart of the thriving James Street retail and entertainment precinct, visit Harveys as an old friend or a new one and experience the new expression of a timeless classic.
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5. Doughcraft
4.7
Exceptional(59)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Brisbane CBD
Booked 41 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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6. Montrachet
4.8
Exceptional(193)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Bowen Hills
Booked 8 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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7. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank
4.6
Exceptional(468)
Price: Moderate
• French • South Bank
Booked 12 times today
A doyenne of the Brisbane patisserie scene, Belle Époque pays homage to the beauty of French traditions with its food philosophy, authentic design and exceptional quality. Sweet and savoury and absolutely sublime, every element of the menu - from breakfast to lunch to the famed High Teas in between - is skillfully and freshly crafted every day by our dedicated in-house team.
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8. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf
4.4
Awesome(1506)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD
Booked 44 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 Wharf
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9. August
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4.9
Exceptional(6)
Price: Expensive
• European • West End
Booked 14 times today
August is a restaurant that sits in the old heritage church on Dornoch Terrace, West End. Our dining room is surrounded by objects, art, and the original pitched church ceiling and stained glass windows. Our menu is influenced by regional food from France, Italy and SpainAugust is open for dinner from 5pm on Wednesday - Saturday, and from 12pm for Sunday Lunch. We also offer a range of private dining experiences, and can accommodate 60 seated guests, or up to 100 for reception-style events. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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10. Sasso Italiano
4.6
Exceptional(711)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Woolloongabba
Booked 34 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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