Best Cozy Restaurants in West End

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AshgroveAuchenflowerBrisbane CBDCalamvaleCoorparooEverton Park

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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1. Vela Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • West End

Booked 33 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.

2. Meeple and Mug

4.7

Exceptional(0)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • West End

Booked 4 times today

Don't be afraid to let your competitive spirit shine or simply unwind with a cup of coffee.Let the games begin at Meeple & Mug, we're all about inclusivity, fun, a good brew and board games. Our mission is to provide a welcoming space where everyone can gather to enjoy the thrill of rolling the dice, strategizing their next move, and creating unforgettable memories with friends and family.Join us for a game night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and a diverse selection of board games that cater to all ages and preferences. Let's roll, play, and celebrate the joy of board gaming together.

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3. Deer Duck Bistro - Brisbane

4.8

Exceptional(562)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern European • Auchenflower

Booked 10 times today

Combining various textures and flavours in pure, refined, exhilarating culinary delights, Deer Duck Bistro invites you to a journey of innovative and deeply satisfying culinary adventure. Hidden away in a little suburb known as Auchenflower, Deer Duck Bistro brings a unique fine dining and degustation experience, serving up degustation menus in a quirky and artistic environment, thoughtfully decorated with French Renaissance furniture, old silver cutlery, crystal whiskey decanters and antique paintings.For those with pure food indulgence in mind, come next door and sate your desires with our classic, Modern Australian and European cuisine. You are welcome to a Brisbane’s unique fine dining experience with a tailor-made degustation menu which is a spectacular five to nine-course meal, paired with the finest selection of wines. A delectable a la carte menu is also available for your eating pleasure! We love food, lots of different food, just like you.

4. Olive and Angelo

4.4

Awesome(1755)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 19 times today

Brought to you by Angelo Leonforte, Olive & Angelo delivers to Brisbane an authentic signature of traditional Italian cuisine. We have a generous focus on catering to all diners. Therefore we have created a menu of gluten-free, vegan & traditional options. We proudly make all of our own pasta, including our gluten free & vegan pastas. As well as our traditional, gluten free pizza base options.

5. Mr. Vain

4.6

Exceptional(374)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Fortitude Valley

Booked 20 times today

Mr. Vain is described as a cozy restaurant with a warm and approachable atmosphere. With its gastronomic experience and unique style, it offers a blend of New York's Chinatown restaurants and bars. Reviewers praise the great ambience and atmosphere, with one saying 'subtle lighting and video wall projections' create a 'warm and interesting atmosphere'. The intimate setting makes it ideal for special occasions and close friends.

6. ALL DAY

4.7

Exceptional(101)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • West End

At Grown, we focus on providing breakfast, lunch and dinner meals inspired by Australian native ingredients and paired with specialty coffee by ST ALI, local beers and Australian wines. Sustainability has always been a core component of what we do, and we work closely with local growers.

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7. Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(685)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Brisbane CBD

Booked 8 times today

Jumbo ThaiAwarded the Best Thai Restaurant in South-East Queensland 2022,2023 and a silver medal in the National Awards by the Restaurant and Caterers Association.Serving deliscious contemporary Thai food in a chic modern setting with great wines and traditional and Thai inspired cocktails that will tantalise the tastebuds.Centrally located above the historic Embassy Hotel in the Brisbane CBD at level 1, 214 Elizabeth St.

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8. WAGAYA Japanese Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(49)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Fortitude Valley

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to WAGAYA(わがや), a vibrant and unique Japanese dining experience nestled in the heart of Fortitude Valley. Renowned for its modern twist on traditional Japanese flavours, WAGAYA offers an enticing blend of contemporary and authentic dishes that cater to all tastes and occasions. The restaurant’s touch-screen ordering system allows you to browse the diverse menu at your leisure, making it ideal for both casual meals and celebratory gatherings.WAGAYA truly shines as a destination for group dining. Whether it’s a lively get-together with friends, a family celebration, or a corporate event, the restaurant caters perfectly to larger parties. With its inviting setting, including private rooms and cozy booths, WAGAYA ensures a seamless and enjoyable experience tailored to every occasion.For those seeking a sociable and family-friendly atmosphere combined with delicious food and a touch of technological convenience, WAGAYA offers a Japanese dining experience like no other.

9. California Native

4.6

Exceptional(614)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Coorparoo

Our established suburban restaurant showcases authentic Californian and Cali-Mex cuisine, prepared with fresh, quality produce and accompanied by a boutique cocktail bar and craft beers. Our individual and atmospheric setting with both indoor and outdoor seating provides the perfect location for a romantic evening, a fun special event or a casual catch up with friends.

10. Lobby Bar

4.3

Awesome(144)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 4 times today

Perfectly poised at the entrance of The Calile Hotel and spilling into vibrant Ada Lane, Lobby Bar is the ideal spot to wile away the day until it ebbs into the night. Executive Chef, Mark Godbeer has designed a progressive Australian style menu utilising local produce and rooftop ingredients for breakfast, lunch, bar snacks and dinner taster options so you can pop in at all hours, leave satisfied and begin planning your next visit. Behind the bar - a cocktail menu which nods to the classics while offering its own flavour of reinvention complimenting a wine list that celebrates great Australian and international wine makers. With windows that throw open, breathing in the Brisbane climate, Lobby Bar is your destination for a single morning espresso or a night of working your way through the cocktail list. A space that is a celebration of its surrounds, as perfect for one as it is for many, Lobby Bar will fast become your go to in James Street.

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Janice
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was amazing and the service was excellent. I love how the tables are cleaned and you get fresh plates and cutlery after every course.
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Mr. VainPrice: Very Expensive• Pan-Asian• Fortitude Valley
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4.6
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Alexander
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic offerings in a quite restaurant with awesome food and wait staff.
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Deer Duck Bistro - BrisbanePrice: Very Expensive• Modern European• Auchenflower
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4.8
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Lino
Brisbane •1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Always a pleasure to dine in here, food was great and service is excellent
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Olive and AngeloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Brisbane CBD
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4.4
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Marie
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had such a fun night of dining and cocktails for my birthday! We were a group of 10, and really appreciated being able to order à la carte, especially with vegetarians and pescatarians in the group. The great variety of cocktails added to the celebration. This was my second visit, and I’d definitely recommend it for either a cozy, intimate dinner or a bigger get-together. The traditional Thai food was absolutely delicious, served in a funky, stylish setting.
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Vela RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Thai• West End
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4.6

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