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Brisbane Best Bites — Casual Dining

Fill up before you take off – where to find the best pre-flight eats at Brisbane Airport

24 May 2023

Airports are unique places. Once you get through the frenzy of security, there is this serene feeling like you're almost floating through the space – the time of day is irrelevant, magazines are suddenly back on your radar and no one judges you if you decide to have a wine at 9:30 am. Although airports can often be the site of regrettable impulse decision making (we're looking at you, cheesy romance novel), your pre-flight meal doesn't have to follow suit. Whether it's a pre-Euro trip meal with friends, or if travelling is part of your job, a packet of chips and lollies can only provide fleeting satisfaction. Instead, take advantage of the long list of delectable eats on offer at Brisbane Airport – from bug rolls with cauliflower bites and rustic ratatouille to spicy char sui ramen and gyoza. Dig in before you take off! more

Frankie's Food Hall is now serving sandwiches, salads and Euro-inspired eats at Heritage Lanes — Casual Dining

Frankie’s Food Hall is now serving sandwiches, salads and Euro-inspired eats at Heritage Lanes

17 May 2023

Second only to coffee spots, the humble snack bar is one of the most important (and the most unheralded) pillars of our city's food scene. A new operator at Heritage Lanes is looking to give the inner-city crowd an elevated option for their lunchtime excursions. Frankie's Food Hall on Ann Street is pairing your classic snack bar bites with a comprehensive selection of sandwiches, salads and Greek and Croatian specialties. Take a peek inside ... more

Devour Australia's biggest plate of nachos at California Tacos' new West End eatery — Casual Dining

Devour Australia’s biggest plate of nachos at California Tacos’ new West End eatery

16 May 2023

Brisbane diners have likely spied California Tacos' iconic eye-popping share-style nachos on their Instagram feeds before. This mountainous serve – boasting layers of corn chips, cheese, black beans, avo-peño cream, guac, salsa fresca and protein – is notorious for its hunger-busting qualities, but it's really something you need to see for yourself. Over the weekend, the Gold Coast-born concept opened its first Brisbane franchise on Boundary Street in West End, unveiling a crisp, neon-lit locale serving everything from cheesy quesadillas and chargrilled steak and shrimp tacos, to frozen daiquiris and giant margarita towers. more

Tarragindi newcomer Oh Monk is serving nori pepper calamari, murtabak roti and other Asian eats done differently — Casual Dining

Tarragindi newcomer Oh Monk is serving nori pepper calamari, murtabak roti and other Asian eats done differently

11 May 2023

It's pretty common for a brand-new dining concept to make bold promises about its new and exciting offering. But when the brains behind modern-Asian eatery Oh Monk says they're thinking outside of the box with Oh Monk's multi-faceted menu, we're inclined to believe them. Officially opening to the public on Thursday May 11, Oh Monk is looking to wow with dishes that nudge the boundaries of traditional Asian cuisines with tweaks that accommodate tricky dietary requirements. more

Now serving – West Side's pizza pop-up pivots to bang-on burgers and sides — Casual Dining

Now serving – West Side’s pizza pop-up pivots to bang-on burgers and sides

04 May 2023

There's something to be said for going out while at the top of your game. Less than half a year from its debut, increasingly popular pizza bar West Side Pizza has shaken things up considerably. Now operating as West Side Burger, the cosy West End eatery is looking to elevate burgers much like it did Roman and Neapolitan pizza delivered in the New Haven style. Here, saucy smash-patty cheeseburgers are available alongside a cleverly constructed vegan and gluten-free number that'll impress picky plant-based eaters. Oh, and there are similarly smashable sides, too! more

Get the first look at Corner Deli, Clarence's new sandwich shop – now open in Woolloongabba — Casual Dining

Get the first look at Corner Deli, Clarence’s new sandwich shop – now open in Woolloongabba

27 Apr 2023

Venison pastrami Reubens with oozy Russian dressing. Curried-mortadella sandwiches with tangy tomato chutney. Cauliflower jaffles seemingly glued together with aged cheddar. One look at the menu is all it takes to prove that Corner Deli, the new breakfast and lunch concept from the Clarence crew, isn't your run-of-the-mill sandwich shop. Here, classic New York influences are interwoven with the bistro's sustainability minded and produce-driven philosophies, creating bang-on bites that are more than the sum of their parts. Corner Deli officially opens on Wednesday April 26 – here's the first look at the range … more

The Bowl breathes new life into a Boonah community hub with a culinary revamp — Casual Dining

The Bowl breathes new life into a Boonah community hub with a culinary revamp

06 Apr 2023

The local bowls club can be many things – a meeting place, a spot for a casual drink and a simple feed, or a location for special celebrations. Few bowls clubs are destination eateries, but The Bowl in Boonah is one bowlo that is well worth a drive. The brainchild of a creative-minded events guru and one of Queensland's best chefs, The Bowl is taking an outdated community nexus and turning it into a cracking chow spot for locals and road trippers. Offering a menu of elevated pub fare made with Scenic Rim produce and Italian inflections, and a drinks list showcasing some sensational sips, The Bowl is worth making a stop at next time you're cruising through Boonah. more

Brisbane's proudest pub The Wickham shows off its colourful $3.1-million makeover — Casual Dining

Brisbane’s proudest pub The Wickham shows off its colourful $3.1-million makeover

30 Mar 2023

The Valley has been quieter than usual ever since The Wickham closed its doors for refurbishment. But now, after seven months of major renovations, the beloved pub and LGBTQIA+ community hub is back and – dare we say it – better than it has ever been. With doors now open, we've been given a look at the substantial revamp, which has transformed several of The Wickham's main spaces, upgraded its amenities and elevated the pub's experiential aspects. Throw in a brand-new disco-inspired drinks offering and a rebuilt menu headlined by drool-worthy stone-baked pizzas, and the new-look Wickham looks primed to make its end of The Valley come alive once more. more

Los Felix, a street-style taqueria run by the Sasso Italiano crew, has opened at South City Square — Casual Dining

Los Felix, a street-style taqueria run by the Sasso Italiano crew, has opened at South City Square

17 Mar 2023

The hits keep coming from the Talisman Group. The hospo hitmakers' ceaseless activity at Woolloongabba's South City Square has yielded another excellent culinary addition in the form of Los Felix. Drawing inspiration from the street stands of Tijuana, this pint-sized taqueria is packing a lot into its menu, from carne asada tacos and tuna aguachile tostadas to invigorating chavelas and refreshing frozen margaritas. more

Primo protein takes the spotlight at Eat at Billy's, the new sandwich shop from one of Brisbane's best butchers — Casual Dining

Primo protein takes the spotlight at Eat at Billy’s, the new sandwich shop from one of Brisbane’s best butchers

09 Mar 2023

At the time of writing, Eat at Billy's has been open for five days. During that span, sandwich lovers have swooped in and cleaned house – some returning every day until they had devoured the whole range, with most options selling out well before close. But what do you expect when a butcher with the calibre and reputation of Meat at Billy's expands its interests to the sandwich game? Open now down at Rosalie Village, Eat at Billy's is showcasing some of the butcher's best proteins in sandwich form – think fantastic fried-chicken sambos, stellar steak sangas and riffs on the iconic Reuben. Our recommendation? There's no wrong choice. Just come early and come hungry. more

Take a trip to The Doonan – a garden-themed pub nestled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland — Casual Dining

Take a trip to The Doonan – a garden-themed pub nestled in the Sunshine Coast hinterland

09 Mar 2023

Described as more of a plant nursery than a pub, The Doonan makes greenery a major drawcard. With sprawling lawns, lovingly maintained garden beds and olive trees sprouting up all around the 2-ha property, The Doonan feels like an oasis, even amongst the leafy surrounds of the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The newest concept from the Comiskey Group is pairing its lush setting with a paddock-to-plate menu showcasing the best local produce, a drinks list that will have the cocktail cravers and beer seekers satisfied, and plenty of places to seat a group of friends or family. Take a look inside ... more

Meet munja pizza, Wynnum's new woodfired pizza slinger — Casual Dining

Meet munja pizza, Wynnum’s new woodfired pizza slinger

09 Feb 2023

If we had things our way, every suburb would have its own quality pizza joint. Thankfully for Wynnum and Manly locals, that need has been filled with new arrival munja pizza. The brainchild of two inspired home entertainers with a secret recipe for sensational pizza dough, munja has been filling bellies with its tight menu of woodfired options, ranging from pepperoni-topped winners to pizzas laden with charred pineapple and smoked ham. Hungry? You will be after hearing about munja's offering! more

Neighbour | Brisbane's best salads — Casual Dining

The round-up: Need to nourish your body? Here’s where to find the best salads in Brisbane

02 Feb 2023

We're about a month into 2023 – how are your resolutions going? If your plan is to eat healthier this year, then you're in luck. Brisbane has no shortage of sensational salad spots, from humble neighbourhood delis to buzzy bowl fillers. Looking to load up on some leafy greens and legumes? Have a peek at our list of picks for the best salad dispensaries in Brisbane. more

Sink your teeth into saucy Reubens at Ham On Rye, the stellar deli-style sandwich joint from the Remy's crew — Casual Dining

Sink your teeth into saucy Reubens at Ham On Rye, the stellar deli-style sandwich joint from the Remy’s crew

25 Jan 2023

The sandwich deli is such a well-known concept to most, it's a surprise that they aren't more ubiquitous in Brisbane. Well, as the city's sandwich renaissance continues to pick up steam, every variant of sanga specialist is making an appearance. Ham On Rye, Paddington's brand-new purveyor of deli-style two-handers from the Remy's and Hai Hai Ramen crew, is taking the familiar formula and giving it a colourful spin. In addition to stacked spicy beef and cheese sambos, choice Cubanos, ripper Reubens and sensational salad sandwiches, Ham On Rye is flipping through a Rolodex of specials that will have fans of the most obscure options popping in with regularity. more

O Bagel | Brisbane's best bagels | The Weekend Edition — Casual Dining

The round-up: where to find Brisbane’s best bagels

12 Jan 2023

Look, we love sourdough loaves just as much as the next person, but we'll always have a particular soft spot for bagels. Lightly toasted with a schmear of cream cheese or sliced and stuffed with deli meats, these delightfully doughy circles are a joy-bringing source of sustenance. We've taken on the hard task of finding the best bagel slingers in Brisbane, including dedicated bakeries to bagel-sandwich dispensaries. more

The Mama Taco team debuts its new slice-slinging sibling West Side Pizza on Vulture Street — Casual Dining

The Mama Taco team debuts its new slice-slinging sibling West Side Pizza on Vulture Street

01 Dec 2022

How far would you go to get your hands on the perfect pizza? If you're anything like the team behind Mama Taco, you'll go as far as opening up your own pizza bar to sate your craving. The crew's cosy new concept West Side Pizza burst onto the scene last week, showing off a menu that spotlights New Haven-style apizza, giant arancini and out-of-this-world gelato – a tasty trio that will have even the most rigid pizza purist coming back for an extra slice. We took a look inside – here's what we saw ... more

Start practicing your putting – Holey Moley's tee-riffic new Chermside location is now open — Casual Dining

Start practicing your putting – Holey Moley’s tee-riffic new Chermside location is now open

01 Dec 2022

Look, most of us golfing neophytes can't tell the difference between a pitching wedge, a 5-wood and a 4-hybrid, but we all know a putter when we see one. Chalk that up to Holey Moley, Funlab's widely beloved multi-sensory mini-golf concept that has taken Australia by storm. The team has just opened a brand-new Holey Moley location at Westfield Chermside, with 18 unique holes and an retro-inspired bar for post-putt refreshments. Read on to find out what sort of wacky obstacles you can navigate and may the course be with you. more

Rosmarino's high-end pizzeria and wine bar sibling Etna opens in Fortitude Valley — Casual Dining

Rosmarino’s high-end pizzeria and wine bar sibling Etna opens in Fortitude Valley

21 Sep 2022

What happens when a highly regarded Italian restaurant has a crack at opening a pizzeria? Well, if Etna – the new sibling concept from the Rosmarino team – is any indication, then we'd have to say good things. After months of waiting, the upscale pizza joint is opening to the public this week. Here, traditional techniques are given a fine-dining nudge, resulting in a salivation-worthy menu that encompasses classic crowdpleasers, contemporary choices and ultra-luxe options (topped with sliced duck leg, caviar and scampi, and speck). Throw in a vino list boasting plenty of orange and pét-nat sips and you'll see why Etna has been on our most anticipated list. Have a peek inside ... more

West Village welcomes nodo's new doughnut-dispensing kiosk — Casual Dining

West Village welcomes nodo’s new doughnut-dispensing kiosk

21 Sep 2022

nodo almost needs no introduction. The concept's doughnuts are widely praised and its cafes are counted among some of Brisbane's busiest brunch spots. Any time the nodo brand expands to a new part of the city, locals flock to get a fix of its gluten-free treats and ever-expanding offering of nourishing nosh. In good news for West End residents, nodo has just opened its new grab-and-go location at West Village, serving its killer range of cake-like confections alongside a tasty range of takeaway eats. more

Broken Hearts Burger Club is now serving its smash-hit burgers in New Farm — Casual Dining

Broken Hearts Burger Club is now serving its smash-hit burgers in New Farm

15 Sep 2022

The team behind one of Brisbane's fastest-growing burger concepts has landed on Brunswick Street, opening a schmick eating house in the space previously home to DA'Burger. Broken Hearts Burger Club's New Farm expansion is turning out its smash-hit smash burgers, decadent shakes and fries by the basket load – follow the sound of sizzling beef to the source and nab yourself a double-patty stack ASAP! more

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