Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Brisbane

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Brisbane? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kent Road Bistro

4.9

4.9 (41)

$40 and under

Australian

Wooloowin

About the restaurant

Opening in the most extraordinary of times, Kent Rd Bistro was founded in June 2020 and has already become a local favourite. In true bistro tradition, the food is French and Italian inspired, modern Australian.

Owned and run by husband and wife team, Tim and Victoria Michels, Kent Rd Bistro offers guests a relaxed and inviting place to come and enjoy delicious fare in the beautiful surroundings of the two dining rooms.

A BYO restaurant, the menu changes regularly offering the best of in season produce with a classic, modern and warm dining experience. Chef Tim Michels has over 25 years’ experience as head chef at haute cuisine restaurants in Sydney, Hunter Valley and Brisbane. Together with maitre’d Victoria Michels who delivers the finest hospitality, the couple make a formidable team.

Top review

Victoria

Dined 5 days ago

Five star food with all the warmth of your favourite local. Always amazing, never disappoints.

Adelita Wine Bar

4.9

4.9 (149)

$41 to $100

Wine Bar

Wynnum

About the restaurant

Restaurant / Wine Bar - Modern Australian with a European influence

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Kylie

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We dined last night for the first time and found the staff, food and location excellent. We tried the cocktails, wine, starters, mains and desserts which we all thoroughly enjoyed. We will definitely be back.

Hikari

4.8

4.8 (469)

$41 to $100

Japanese

Teneriffe

About the restaurant

HIKARI, the MOONLIGHT
Hikari’s menu is inspired from “izakaya”, the traditional Japanese pub. We put a twist on izakaya dishes so be enjoyed not only with Japanese Sake but with great Australian wines as well. All Hikari dishes are designed to be shared or be enjoyed individually.

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MichaelVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Five stars as always. Never can fault the food or the service although Brisbane could've turned up the warmer weather outside ❄️

Elio's Osteria

4.7

4.7 (1664)

$40 and under

Italian

Carindale

About the restaurant

Candle lit tables, chianti by the glass, crooners and generous old fashioned house made pizza, calzone, gelati, huge pastas and antipasto. Perfect for a family dinner, an intimate night for two, or a work get together. A south side institution since 1984.

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Suzi

Dined 2 days ago

Everything was fantastic except for the very cold draft/wind coming through the restaurant from the courtyard, it made it very uncomfortable, we even thought about leaving it was that bad, they did eventually close the door which helped but every they opened that door the cold came it

Rocklea Hotel

4.7

4.7 (270)

$40 and under

Modern Australian

Yeerongpilly

About the restaurant

At The Rocklea Hotel, you’ll experience a true slice of Brisbane’s Southside charm, where cold beers, hearty pub meals, and live sports have been enjoyed since 1874.

Known for its friendly service and community feel, "The Rock" serves up classics like hot rock steaks, schnitzels, and signature parmies made from scratch daily.
From our famous Wednesday $19 steak nights to Sunday sessions in the courtyard, The Rocklea Hotel is all about great food, refreshing drinks, and good times.

Recently renovated, the hotel blends modern style with its storied history, creating the perfect spot for locals and travellers alike to unwind, enjoy live sports, or host events in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
A place for a relaxed family meal, to watch the footy, or a venue for your next function, The Rock has you covered. With an extensive bistro menu, craft cocktails, and friendly staff, this beloved pub has become a local favourite.

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BrettVIP

Dined on Jun 10, 2025

Best Pub in Brisbane! Great food, affordable drinks and great staff. We love our local!

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Friday Wings Special

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Thursday Burger Special

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Pasta Monday

Good Grace

4.7

4.7 (177)

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

Kenmore

About the restaurant

Modern Australian Restaurant and Cafe sourcing produce from small, local farms to highlight some exciting Queensland produce, menu driven by ex-Tasmanian chef, Darryl Zeitzen who previously was only able to be booked privately for bespoke events around Queensland. With a quiet and peaceful Alfresco area, Good Grace is a a true escape and nice place to relax. Organically sourced coffee and with quality produce and sustainability at the forefront of the restaurant offering.

Good Grace also has a large courtyard/beer garden and function space for up to 100 guests at the rear of the restaurant. With a more casual vibe, the space can be hired our for groups of 30-100 people, as well as having diners visit Wednesday to Sunday evenings, with different events happening throughout the year. Air conditioned and heated in the winter - fully undercover.

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Andrew

Dined 4 days ago

Very good day celebrating Canada day Food amazing

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Experience

Winter Wine Dinner - 5 Course - Matched Wines

Little Greek Taverna

4.6

4.6 (33)

$40 and under

Greek

South Brisbane

About the restaurant

The Little Greek Taverna is a family run Dine In and Takeaway Restaurant which commenced trade in the multicultural hub of Brisbane, West End, in December of 2009.

The shop is wonderfully positioned at a busy, exciting and vibrant intersection in West End with high volumes of pedestrian and motor traffic and complete 180 degree exposure.

In a short period of time the Little Greek Taverna has grown to be loved by those who regularly visit, and many who visit for the first time leave with a promise to continue visiting, all of which leads the Little Greek Taverna in its drive to become a Brisbane institution dishing up quality authentic Greek Cuisine.

The Little Greek Taverna is all about feeling welcome, experiencing what’s on offer and walking away knowing you’ll be back again like clockwork for more.

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Sally

Dined 5 days ago

What a fabulous find! A wonderful very efficient restaurant in West End, with very friendly service, quick meal from order turn over, and delivered hot! We loved our meals, and drinks, and the whole experience! We will be back!

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Experience

Platters

Experience

Little Greek 7 Course Banquet - $45pp

California Native

4.6

4.6 (614)

$41 to $100

Californian

Coorparoo

About the restaurant

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.

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Lewis

Dined on May 23, 2025

The vibe at this place is amazing, so cozy and homely. The food was very high quality, made with such care and was just delicious. We will be back

Bracken Ridge Tavern

4.5

4.5 (604)

$40 and under

Australian

Bracken Ridge

About the restaurant

Looking for a great casual restaurant on Brisbane’s Northside? Look no further!

Panama Jacks is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner from 11:30am, we offer all day dining.

We specialise in group bookings for your special celebration like birthdays and anniversaries.

Our signature pork ribs and Nolan’s private selection steaks are legendary. We also do great pizzas and spectacular chicken wings.

If you are gluten free or vegetarian we have options for you too. Quality wines by the glass are a specialty as well.

Plus delivery available via Uber Eats.

Top review

Margaret

Dined 2 days ago

Our family has dined at this restaurant many many times and have enjoyed each visit, even though at the moment renovations are in progress!

Runcorn Tavern

4.2

4.2 (59)

$40 and under

Bistro

Rochedale South

About the restaurant

Our a la carte restaurant menu offers a range of options that includes top-quality steaks, delicious seasonal salads and much more. The Runcorn Tavern is the perfect spot to enjoy a delicious meal with family, friends and work colleagues in a fully air-conditioned restaurant that can seat up 180 people.

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Paul

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

We always enjoy the Runcorn tavern excellent staff and excellent food

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