Leslie Massey
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| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Dining options | Alfresco style, award-winning chefs, cocktail mixologists, rooftop bars, wine bars, breweries, food trucks, hawker-style street food, market stalls |
| Notable dishes | Fried cheese with honey, gnocchi, ramen, pappardelle beef ragu, chicken wings, dumplings, brownies, gelato, eggs benedict, Tanasian-style eggs, French toast, pizza, burgers, dim sum, panang curry of lamb shank, chargrilled short ribs, chicken burgers, lobster rolls, donburi, sushi, sashimi, grilled cheese sandwiches, abalone pastries, schnitzels |
| Notable restaurants | Adonis Café, Artie & Mai, Morning After, Naim, Smug Fig, Beccofino, Ben’s Burgers, Madame Wu, Chu The Phat, 1889 Enoteca, Taro’s, Newstead Brewing Co., Bianca, Honto, Anita’s, Dello Mano, La Macelleria, Jocelyn’s Provisions, Nodo, Howard Smith Wharves, Greca, Flour and Chocolate, Central, Supernormal, Bar Miette, El Torito, Fat Noodle, Sushi Kotobuki, Melt Brothers, Little Greek Taverna, Same Same |
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Brisbane's best cheap eats
Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, offers a vibrant dining scene, with everything from alfresco dining to street food and high-end restaurants. The city boasts a diverse range of cuisines, from Japanese to Mexican, and Greek to Indian. Here are some of the best cheap eats in Brisbane:
Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers
Australia's first dedicated Italian gnoccheria, Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers, offers a delicious and affordable dining experience. With three locations in Brisbane and one on the Gold Coast, you can enjoy six types of gnocchi, including Wild Mushroom & Truffle Sauce, Traditional Beef Bolognese, and Creamy Lobster & Barramundi, all for just $14 each.
Harajuku Gyoza
For delicious gyozas that are easy on the wallet, head to Harajuku Gyoza in Brisbane CBD or South Bank. On Mondays, their gyozas are just $1 each, and throughout the week, you can take advantage of their 2-4-1 gyoza plates and 50c wings specials.
Jade Buddha
Located at Eagle Street Pier, Jade Buddha offers stunning river views without breaking the bank. On Tuesdays, you can get 10 pork dumplings for $5, or 50 cents per dumpling, with the purchase of a drink.
Eat Street Markets
Open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening, the Eat Street Markets offer a fun and eclectic mix of market stalls and street food from around the world. For a small entry fee, you can enjoy live entertainment, Mexican quesadillas, Spanish paella, German sausages, Asian dumplings, and fresh local seafood.
Sushi Kotobuki
For fresh and authentic Japanese cuisine at reasonable prices, Sushi Kotobuki is the place to go. Choose from a range of donburi (rice bowls), noodles, sushi, and sashimi.
El Torito
El Torito brings the vibrancy of Mexico to Brisbane's West End. This intimate and colourful space offers traditional Mexican cuisine, a warm atmosphere, and great service at fair prices.
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Fine dining in Brisbane
Brisbane has a vibrant dining scene, with award-winning chefs, cocktail mixologists, and cutting-edge connoisseurs. The city boasts a range of fantastic restaurants, from chic bistros to elegant fine dining establishments.
One of the best-known dishes in Brisbane is the rich gnocchi at 1889 Enoteca, a moody Roman-style trattoria housed in a heritage-listed space. The gnocchi is handmade and folded with truffle and Parmesan cream, and it pairs perfectly with a glass of wine from their extensive list. For those seeking a more casual dining experience, Taro serves some of the best ramen in Australia. Their tonkotsu ramen, made with Bangalow sweet pork bones, char siu pork, and a soy-cooked soft egg, is a must-try.
For fine dining, Restaurant Dan Arnold is a top choice, having received the accolade of best restaurant in Australia a few years ago. It offers an exquisite dining experience, but be prepared to spend $1000 or more for two people with wine. Another option is Agnes, which offers a great degustation menu and has received the "best restaurant in Australia" award in the past. Montrachet is the go-to for fine French dining, with a Michelin-trained chef at the helm. Donna Chang, a stunning Chinese restaurant located inside a magnificent heritage building, is also worth considering. It offers a culinary adventure with Asian-inspired feast menus and a cocktail lounge called the Boom Boom Room downstairs.
Brisbane also has a variety of other dining options. For a unique breakfast experience, Morning After serves up a deconstructed mess of pasta, mushrooms, bacon, kale, and parmesan with a gooey 63-degree egg. If you're craving dumplings, Flour and Chocolate serve delicious dumplings in sweet soy chilli sauce, along with a Thursday special of gonuts (a croissant-doughnut hybrid). Beccofino is renowned for its pizzas, and Black Hide Steak House is the place to go for perfectly cooked steaks. Lastly, for a sweet treat, Anita's homemade ice cream offers over 150 flavours, including creamy, vegan, sugar-free, and yoghurt-based options.
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Street food and food trucks
Brisbane's street food scene is a melting pot of global flavours. From food trucks to pop-up marquees, mini markets, and tiny holes-in-the-wall, you can find a variety of cuisines to tantalize your taste buds.
For a taste of Mexico, head to the colourful taquerias and cantinas, where you can savour tasty tacos and frozen margaritas. If you're craving something spicy, Chatt Patta, a no-frills Indian eatery in Woolloongabba, serves up unique and authentic Indian street food. Mister Bui Banh Mi brings the vibrant flavours of Vietnam to life with their popular banh mi sandwiches.
If you're in the mood for something heartier, you can find food trucks serving up Texan smoked ribs, or indulge in some of the best ramen at Taro's, where their tonkotsu ramen with Bangalow sweet pork bones and char siu pork is a must-try. For a more exotic twist on comfort food, Honto, a 90-seat Japanese diner in Fortitude Valley, offers mouth-watering chicken wings with miso glaze and furikake.
To satisfy your sweet tooth, Ruby the Little Red Ice Cream Van dishes out delicious sundaes and soft-serve ice cream cones. Dello Mano is also renowned for their decadent luxury brownies, which are said to have been a favourite of Ashton Kutcher's. La Macelleria, on the other hand, brings the traditional Italian gelato experience to Brisbane, with their perfect balance of sweet and salty in their salted caramel flavour.
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Brisbane's best breakfasts
Brisbane is known for its year-round outdoor climate and abundance of fresh produce, which means there are plenty of delicious menus to choose from. The city is home to a world-class dining scene with award-winning chefs, cutting-edge connoisseurs, and cocktail mixologists.
Brisbane is a morning city, with a thriving breakfast scene. Here are some of the best spots to get your morning fix:
- Adonis Cafe: Known as the home of the best breakfasts in Brisbane, you can't go wrong with the Sugar Daddy of All Bagels, piled high with Philli cream cheese, smoked salmon, grilled halloumi, and crunchy fries.
- Artie & Mai: For a classic breakfast dish, try their eggs benedict, consistently ranked as one of the best in the city.
- Morning After: Indulge in a unique breakfast of a gooey 63-degree egg over a deconstructed mess of pasta, mushrooms, bacon, kale, and parmesan.
- Naim: Try their Tunisian-style eggs baked in a rich tomato and capsicum spiced sauce, served with toasted Turkish bread, labneh, and olives.
- Smug Fig: This popular spot offers an all-day brunch menu, including French toast with rotating flavours like Tim Tam, Mint Slice, or Freddo Frog.
- Pawpaw Cafe: A stylish space in Woollongabba serving signature dishes like the hash, with poached eggs, smashed avo, and haloumi atop crispy potato hash cakes. They also offer sweet options like strawberry pancakes with fresh strawberries, almond crumb, vanilla ice cream, and strawberry compote.
- Blockhouse: This Nundah favourite offers a creative all-day brunch menu, including corned beef, leek, and potato fritters, and brekky burritos stuffed with tater tots.
- Peach Cafe: With a pastel pink facade, Peach Cafe serves up creative breakfasts like Turkish delight crumpets, Dubai chocolate hotcakes, and buffalo fried chicken cruffles. Don't forget to save room for their Nutella lava cookies!
- Anouk Cafe: Located in the old Paddington apothecary, Anouk Cafe is a go-to for all-day breakfast, offering a range of familiar favourites.
- Arbour: Dine among the lush South Bank greenery while enjoying stunning city views at this hidden gem nestled in the heart of South Bank.
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Alfresco dining
Mr Edward's Alehouse & Kitchen
Located on Edward Street in the heart of Brisbane, Mr Edward's Alehouse & Kitchen offers a spacious interior and alfresco areas, perfect for enjoying craft beer and Mod Oz eats.
Balfour Kitchen
Nestled in the leafy streets of New Farm, Balfour Kitchen provides a unique and intimate dining experience. Diners can enjoy modern Australian cuisine in a secluded courtyard shaded by fragrant frangipani trees.
Riverbar
Riverbar has elevated alfresco dining to an art form, offering hungry Brisbanites breathtaking views of the city while enjoying seasonal produce.
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest combines alfresco dining with altitude, offering tapas-style menus and a range of drinks. Diners can enjoy dishes like oysters, panko coconut prawns, and charcuterie boards while taking in the setting sun.
Customs House
Customs House offers a unique dining experience in a historical building by the Brisbane River. Diners can enjoy a variety of dishes, including Cone Bay barramundi, peppered duck breast, and veal medallion, in a riverside setting.
Howard Smith Wharves
Located under the iconic Story Bridge, Howard Smith Wharves is a vibrant dining and lifestyle precinct. It offers a range of dining options, including Greek, Japanese, Cantonese, and Italian cuisines, with stunning views of the Brisbane River.
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Frequently asked questions
Head to Adonis Cafe for a huge range of bagel fillings, or Artie & Mai for eggs benedict. For something a little different, Morning After serves a deconstructed breakfast of pasta, mushrooms, bacon, kale, parmesan and a 63-degree egg.
Brisbane's food trucks are a great place to find up-to-the-minute culinary trends at low prices. Check out BrisVegans for vegan burgers, Kraut 'N About for Bavarian fare, or Pirate's Plate for schnitzels. Eat Street Markets are also a great option for a mix of market stalls, street food and a festive atmosphere.
Head to the basement eatery Central for classic Cantonese food with a Western influence, or Flour and Chocolate for their Thursday special: gonuts (a version of the croissant-doughnut hybrid, the cronut).
Supernormal, headed up by hospo legend Andrew McConnell, serves up a sleek, elevated version of the Melbourne institution's menu. Expect to pay $180pp, or $240pp for the premium degustation.
Try the tonkotsu ramen at Taro's, chicken wings at Newstead Brewing Co, or the pappardelle beef ragu at Bianca. For dessert, Anita's homemade ice cream has over 150 flavours to choose from, or head to La Macelleria for gelato.
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