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Say yassou to Santorini Restaurant Grill Bar, Newstead's home of Greek eats
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Say yassou to Santorini Restaurant Grill Bar, Newstead’s home of Greek eats

The salutary sunsets of Santorini are famed and fabled the world over – and for good reason! The landscape alone makes Santorini worth a visit, but the island's culinary offering is what will likely make it the first port-of-call when we're finally allowed to venture beyond our own borders. Until that time, the team at newly open Santorini Restaurant Grill Bar in Newstead is here to help locals sharpen their knowledge of the essentials. If you're keen to get familiar with the likes horiatiki, gemista and kleftiko, pencil in a visit to Santorini on Kyabara Street. more

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Schnitzel festivals, glam staycations and tantalising Thai feasts – how to max out relaxing riverside vibes at Eagle Street Pier
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Schnitzel festivals, glam staycations and tantalising Thai feasts – how to max out relaxing riverside vibes at Eagle Street Pier

The mercury is dropping, the sunsets are breathtaking and there's plenty happening – autumn has well and truly arrived in The City. If you're keen to spend the season sipping, snacking and relaxing by the riverside, then waterfront dining destination Eagle Street Pier has oodles on for you to enjoy. Think transportive Thai dinners, salivation-inducing schnitzel fiestas and a new drinking destination that's just waiting to be ticked off your bucket list. more

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Soak up Santorini vibes at Eagle Street's Greek Islands-inspired arrival Opa Bar + Mezze
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Soak up Santorini vibes at Eagle Street’s Greek Islands-inspired arrival Opa Bar + Mezze

Though its opening night wasn't punctuated by the sound of crashing crockery, the launch of Opa Bar + Mezze at Eagle Street Pier is certainly worth the enthusiastic smashing of a plate or two. The newest restaurant from the crew behind Rico Bar & Dining and Fatcow Steak & Lobster unveiled its riverside digs last Thursday April 22, simultaneously showing off its lengthy menu of mouth-watering Greek eats. If the sound of ouzo-soaked saganaki, flash-fried calamari, moussaka drenched in béchamel, airy taramasalata and lamb souvla fresh from the spit rouses some Hellenic spirit within, we suggest getting acquainted with Opa Bar + Mezze's offering. Just go easy on the tableware ... more

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Nonna’s Pizza & Deli brings an authentic trattoria experience to South Bank
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Nonna’s Pizza & Deli brings an authentic trattoria experience to South Bank

Even those of us that aren't Italian know that Italian cuisine is often at its best when it's made by the hands of nonna. South Bank's newest bar and eatery is looking to channel a slice of that homely appeal, paying homage to the matriarchal figurehead with a menu of woodfired fare. Nonna's Pizza & Deli officially opens to the public tonight Thursday April 29 – here's a sneak peek at what the kitchen's got in store ... more

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Here's the tea – LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining is now open in The City
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Here’s the tea – LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining is now open in The City

You can never have too much of a good thing, especially when the thing in question is some of the tea-infused goodness from LÜCHA Kitchen + Bar. The beloved Elizabeth Street eatery doubling its presence in the inner-city, opening brand-new sibling site LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining today, Thursday April 22, in Albert Lane. This sophisticated newcomer builds upon the strong foundations laid by its more casual older sibling by focusing on group dining and curated culinary expeditions – just think of everything you love about the LÜCHA dining experience, then multiply it! more

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Lebanese delights on show at West Village's new eatery Beirut Bazaar
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Lebanese delights on show at West Village’s new eatery Beirut Bazaar

If you've strolled past West Village lately, no doubt you've spied the scaffolding and hoarding that hints at the living, commercial and retail hub's next stage. Should you wander by again, do yourself a favour and check out Beirut Bazaar, the brand-new Lebanese restaurant and bar that is leading West Village's next phase of expansion. The venue officially opened to the public on Thursday April 15, debuting a menu boasting mountains of mezza, succulent shawarma and raki-infused cocktails. more

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Colour and character – introducing Biànca, the peach-hued beauty from the Agnes and sAme sAme team
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Colour and character – introducing Biànca, the peach-hued beauty from the Agnes and sAme sAme team

Just when we thought we'd managed to catch our breath after the whirlwind launch of Agnes last year, the team behind one of 2020's biggest restaurant openings is stepping up to the plate once again. This time, the heralded hospitality group is trying its hand at Italian with Biànca – a slick eatery located just off James Street that boasts a colourful complexion plus a menu of trattoria classics and cocktails that showcase the fun and frivolous side of Italian cuisine. more

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Old world meets new at Brisbane City's Leonard's Bar & Bistro and Dawn on Spencer
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Old world meets new at Brisbane City’s Leonard’s Bar & Bistro and Dawn on Spencer

Last week Brisbane City's dining scene welcomed a newcomer to its midst, one that has put its own singular stamp on one of The City's most hallowed restaurant spaces. New York and Paris-inspired bistro Leonard's and laneway bar Dawn on Spencer have officially launched in the old Urbane and The Euro space on Mary Street, showcasing a multifaceted drinking and dining offering curated by a group that's earned its bread and butter by raising the standard of hospitality across the nation. more


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Introducing Frankie's Smokehouse – the barbecue joint boasting a three-tonne smoker
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Introducing Frankie’s Smokehouse – the barbecue joint boasting a three-tonne smoker

If you've cruised down Woolloongabba's Stanley Street strip at any point over the past six months, you might have caught a whiff of ironbark smoke wafting through the air. This woody scent emanates from an eight-and-a-half-metre long custom smoker called Frankenstein – the gargantuan contraption responsible for lovingly cooking the barbecued delights at Frankie's Smokehouse. Since opening in October, this family-run operation has been inundated by hordes of meat-loving patrons, each one salivating at the sight of sliced brisket, mounds of pulled pork, tender beef short ribs and loaded fries. more

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Pavement Whispers: Albion's Craft'd Grounds reveals details of its forthcoming dining and lifestyle precinct
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Pavement Whispers: Albion’s Craft’d Grounds reveals details of its forthcoming dining and lifestyle precinct

If we told you there was a venue in Brisbane that housed a craft-beer brewery, specialty espresso bar, street food and farmers market, patisserie, wine and cocktail bar, and live-music facilities, you'd probably say that such a unicorn-like venue didn't exist. You'd be technically right, but not for long! Today, Wednesday March 17, the team behind Craft'd Grounds is revealing the first details of its forthcoming 2600-sqm all-in-one hospitality hub. Here's what we know ... more

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South Italy comes to Ferny Hills – the Pizzantica team opens The Cedar Social
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South Italy comes to Ferny Hills – the Pizzantica team opens The Cedar Social

One of the most popular under-the-radar arrivals on the foodie scene has built a cult following almost solely thanks to word of mouth. The Cedar Social, tucked away off Samford Road in Ferny Hills, is the latest community-oriented concept from the ever-busy Pizzantica team, which brought its style of authentic south-Italian fare to the suburb in early January. Folks are flocking from all over to snag a seat in The Cedar Social's festoon light-illuminated beer garden, eager for a taste of the venue's piping-hot pizzas, effervescent spritzes and delectable dolci. more

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Elementi | Brisbane's biggest openings of 2021
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Introducing Elementi – Paddington’s personable newcomer serving pizza, pasta and primo wine

When we heard that three hospitality veterans with combined experience working at the likes of Beccofino, Julius Pizzeria and Maeve Wine were teaming up for a new venture, you bet we sat up and took notice. That's right, the team behind Paddington newcomer Elementi boasts some serious chops, but what the crew is doing with its impressive skillset is what makes this Given Terrace arrival a must-try destination. Elementi opened for takeaway last week, offering a taster of the team's vision for Italian fare that's elevated via some multicultural twists, engaging experimental quirks and a hearty dose of personality. more

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Elska gets a glow up – the inventive fine diner unveils its new home in New Farm
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Elska gets a glow up – the inventive fine diner unveils its new home in New Farm

If you were put through the wringer in 2020, then you're more likely to subscribe to the 'new year, new me' mantra for 2021. Everyone deserves a fresh start after the year that was, but perhaps none more so than the team at Elska. The daring eatery made a splash when it opened in Wilston early last year before, well, you know – but now the restaurant is hitting its stride with a brand-new New Farm premises! Elska officially opened on Merthyr Road over the weekend, showing off its innovative amalgam of native-Australian ingredients and Scandinavian methodology, plus a considered wine list to match. more

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Treat yourself to cookie-dough waffles, woodfired pizza and brunch bites at Carseldine Central
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Treat yourself to cookie-dough waffles, woodfired pizza and brunch bites at Carseldine Central

Those who call the 4034 postcode home will be very familiar with Carseldine Central, a convenient shopping pit stop located just off Gympie Road. For the uninitiated, we think it's high time you take a stroll through the retailer haven, which is also bountiful with delicious dining destinations. From decadent dessert spots and authentic Italian restaurants to family-run caffeination stations and Asian-inspired eateries, there's something to satisfy even the most hard-to-please palate ... more

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Get a glimpse at the flirtatious fare at Foritude Valley newcomer Bisou Bisou
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Get a glimpse at the flirtatious fare at Foritude Valley newcomer Bisou Bisou

On Monday February 22, Fortitude Valley's newest accomodation arrival Hotel X will open its doors to guests. On the same day, the award-winning group behind restaurants such as Donna Chang, The Boom Boom Room Izakaya and Blackbird Bar & Grill will lift the cloche on its brand-new Parisian-inspired restaurant and lobby bar Bisou Bisou. We've been given an advance look at the restaurant's mouth-watering menu, which blends the indulgent flavours of French cuisine with some quintessentially Queensland touches. Take a look inside ... more

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Savour experimental Italian at Mario's – the new restaurant and aperitivo bar from the Mama Taco crew
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Savour experimental Italian at Mario’s – the new restaurant and aperitivo bar from the Mama Taco crew

The Luigi's Italian crew has been a fixture on Hardgrave Road's dining strip for years, luring in tastebuds thanks to its envelope-pushing take on Italian fare and with its recent foray into Mexican cuisine at Mama Taco, a few doors down. This year sees the team returning its focus to its Italian roots, transforming the Luigi's space into Mario's – an enticing dining and street-side aperitivo spot taking a contemporary approach to the storied cuisine. more

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La Costa Restaurant brings the tastes of the Italian seaside to Fortitude Valley
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La Costa Restaurant brings the tastes of the Italian seaside to Fortitude Valley

After a staggered-yet-steady revitalisation process that has transformed Foresters Hall building on Brunswick Street, the team behind La Costa Bar, Cielo Rooftop Bar and La Valle has today – Friday February 5 – unveiled the final piece of the puzzle. La Costa Restaurant is the culinary hub's dining centrepiece, taking cues from the Italian coast for its seafood-heavy menu and relaxed Riviera-style interior. more

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Now open – OTTO Brisbane unveils its new ristorante and osteria in South Bank
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Now open – OTTO Brisbane unveils its new ristorante and osteria in South Bank

It's not often that a restaurant that already boasts impressive river views gets a chance to upgrade to a better location, but when such an opportunity knocks, it's wise to answer. Celebrated inner-city restaurant OTTO Brisbane has made a move from its perch at 480 Queen to South Bank, inheriting the architecturally striking riverfront site formerly home to Stokehouse Q. OTTO Brisbane opens the doors to its new 700-sqm restaurant today, Wednesday February 3, meshing its hatted menu of Italian fare with the sights and sounds of its breezy location on the banks of the Brisbane River. more

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Asian street food gets a modern makeover at Paddington's Given Kitchen & Bar
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Asian street food gets a modern makeover at Paddington’s Given Kitchen & Bar

Given Terrace is making a comeback. Paddington's major dining and retail thoroughfare has just welcomed a fresh culinary concept from some established operators – one that specialises in some savvy fusion. Given Kitchen & Bar is a new dining spot bringing together a multitude of Asian cuisines, honouring provenance and tradition yet fusing and modernising their intricacies to create something of its own. more