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1. Vela Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(176)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • West End
Booked 52 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. Lyrebird
4.5
Awesome(2214)
Price: Expensive
• Modern Australian • South Brisbane
Booked 16 times today
With a contemporary, modern Australian menu highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients and complemented by impeccable service, the Lyrebird is the perfect place to start your evening at QPAC. Delve into a special menu highlight showcasing the rich flavours of Italy with a selection of signature pasta dishes, curated by our Michelin-trained head chef, Salvatore Rizzato, from Rome, Italy. This unique collaboration skillfully blends tastes from his homeland with a Queensland inspired twist, expertly prepared by our passionate chefs at Lyrebird under his guidance. For matinee goers, you can enjoy a delicious touch of elegance with a handcrafted Lyrebird High Tea, before your show. $25 per person or $30 per person including a glass of bubbles. Available only for select matinee shows. The quintessential QPAC experience begins at the Lyrebird.
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3. Bird's Nest - West End
4.7
Exceptional(12)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • West End
Booked 21 times today
Bird's Nest Yakitori Bar brings authentic Japanese cuisine to the heart of West End. Enter a lively izakaya atmosphere with hand-carved wooden screens, bar-style seating, and a beautiful fresco of the Brisbane River. Our menu highlights the ancient yakitori cooking method, featuring skewers of meat and vegetables grilled over white charcoal for exceptional tenderness. Enjoy a variety of options, including chicken, pork belly, garlic prawns, and king oyster mushrooms, along with izakaya favorites like bao buns, takoyaki, and gyoza. For a complete experience, try our Omakase course, which includes a selection of chef's choice skewers, salad, rice, and dessert. If you prefer something lighter, our lunch specials offer great value. Complement your meal with our extensive drinks list, featuring Japanese beers, sake, shochu, and unique cocktails. Whether you want a refreshing beer or a creative drink, Bird's Nest has you covered.
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4. Hotel West End
4.3
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • South Bank
Booked 3 times today
Formerly known as the Melbourne Hotel, Hotel West End is located in the bustling inner-city precinct of West End, South Brisbane. Freshly renovated in 2017, the hotel is a stylish yet relaxed venue with a modern and approachable menu, quality local and international wines, with some of Australia’s finest craft brews and an impressive range of fine spirits. Our gaming lounge houses 40 of the latest and greatest games in a comfortable and secure setting. Upstairs is our signature function space, The Stellar Room, which is perfect for weddings, birthdays, celebrations, product launches or any style of gathering that requires a premium room with quality service. Come in and visit Hotel West End – there is something for everyone!
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5. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf
4.3
Awesome(1702)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD
Booked 34 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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6. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane
4.5
Awesome(1008)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • South Bank
Booked 33 times today
Rise above the ordinary at The Terrace – a rooftop oasis perched atop Emporium Hotel South Bank.Framed by panoramic views across South Bank Parklands and the Brisbane River, The Terrace invites you to escape the everyday and indulge your way. Whether basking in golden hour glow or sipping cocktails under the stars, this open-air retreat – complete with a retractable ceiling and operable glass roof – offers year-round comfort in subtropical style.Savour gourmet bites, expertly crafted cocktails and worldly wines in a space that celebrates individuality, tranquillity and thoughtful design. From sunrise through to late-night revelry, The Terrace sets the scene for unforgettable moments.
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7. Perspective Dining
4.9
Exceptional(64)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Fortitude Valley
Booked 3 times today
Discover the Ultimate Gastronomic Adventure at Perspective DiningPerspective Dining is a modern, closed-door culinary experience featuring a 12-seat chef’s table and seating for up to 24 guests, including a 10-seat private dining area.Our seasonal tasting menus—offered in plant-based or protein-based formats—celebrate innovation, comfort, and sustainability through the freshest local ingredients.Our Experiences Include:Share-Style Lunch – Five seasonal dishes to enjoy togetherHigh Tea – A refined midday selection of sweets, savouries, and teasEucalyptus – A 7-course dessert degustation inspired by native ingredientsDinner Degustation – Choose between 5 or 9 courses, with optional wine pairingsAt Perspective, every dish tells a story. We partner with local farmers and artisans to deliver a creative, ethical, and unforgettable farm-to-table journey.
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8. CRU Bar & Cellar
4.6
Exceptional(646)
Price: Expensive
• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley
Booked 25 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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9. Sage Yellowfin - Brisbane
4.2
Awesome(25)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • South Bank
Booked 10 times today
✨ Brisbane’s Freshest Seafood & Steaks — Daily at Sage Yellowfin Southbank ✨At Sage Yellowfin Southbank, we’re all about bringing people together over exceptional food — from intimate family celebrations to lively group gatherings and corporate events.Located in the heart of Southbank, our venue offers a vibrant dining experience with stylish indoor seating and relaxed alfresco options, perfect for business meetings, corporate lunches, family events, group bookings and special celebrations.We work closely with Brisbane’s top produce suppliers, local seafood markets, and Queensland’s finest meat producers to deliver only the freshest, high-quality ingredients to every dish. From ocean-fresh barramundi to succulent steaks, every plate is crafted with care and designed to impress.✨ Whether it’s a family brunch, business lunch, group dinner, or corporate gathering, Sage Yellowfin is the ideal spot to create unforgettable moments over fresh, flavorful dishes ✨
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10. Persone Italian Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1155)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Brisbane CBD
Booked 6 times today
In Italian Persone means ‘people’. Persone is the embodiment of the sweet life. A place to indulge in ‘the good life’.Immerse yourself in a truly spectacular Italian bar and dining experience.

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