The team behind West End’s Lupa Pizza Bar is making it easy to eat and drink like the Romans do, with its new Italian eatery concept opening to the public tonight. Offering a selection of Italian bites, Roman-style pizzas and an incredible range of natural wines and craft beer, we can’t help but say ‘when in Rome’ before deciding to help ourselves to Lupa Pizza Bar’s scrumptious slices and sips. more
Do you smell what we smell, namely the heady aroma of sizzling meat and freshly baked pita? If your nostrils are flaring at the undeniable scent of Greek street food, we suggest you hit the bricks and head to Gasworks in Newstead, quick sticks. Greek Street Grill has made the journey up from the Gold Coast to open its first Brisbane location, plating up heaped helpings of grilled meat, snugly wrapped souvlaki and fresh salads. more
We’ve ticked off breakfast, we sorted lunch, now we need to get our third square meal of the day with dinner. Whether you’ve got a hot date lined up for the weekend, or your friends and family are making you choose where you all eat next catch-up, it’s important to make the right choice when it comes to your evening meal. Many of you voted in our 2016 EAT/drink Awards last year, making it clear where you’d prefer to eat out in town. If you are stuck for a recommendation, you don’t need to simply take our word as gospel – you can listen to what everyone in Brisbane is saying, too! more
If we had a dollar for every time we caught ourselves dreaming of a luxurious international holiday, we’d probably have enough money to jump on a plane tomorrow. We know we aren’t alone in our wistful daydreaming – Australians are some of the most avid travellers in the world. Those of you in the planning stages of an overseas holiday are likely well aware that you will have to arrive at the airport a few hours before your flight, which means you have some time to kill. You aren’t fated to idly flipping through your Instagram feed at your terminal for hours – there’s so much to do that you might not even be aware of. Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal has everything you need to while away the hours before your flight, turning layovers into ‘play’-overs and getting you amped for the fun ahead. more
There’s a new hot-to-trot face on the inner-Brisbane dining scene, one that is sure to get you hot under the collar with excitement. The NKB Group’s newest venture is taking a two-pronged approach to its dining offering, both boasting a fiery twist. Burnt Ends Kitchen & Bar has brought sizzling yakitori, char-grilled Modern Australian morsels, tantalising Japanese-inspired tipples and a luxurious fit-out to The Barracks, quickly setting itself as a must-try dining and drinking destination. more
If you truly love burgers, then you already know about Ze Pickle. Well OK smarty pants, before you go dismissing the rest of this article because you are a burger know-it-all, slow down and hear us out. Because not only does Ze Pickle have a new store for you to get excited about, it's got a brand-new drool-worthy menu as well. If the idea of deep-fried Babybel cheese and five-cheese macaroni patties get you jazzed, we suggest you keep reading. more
Do you smell that seductive aroma in the air? It’s one of our all-time favourite smells – barbecue. If you’ve picked up the scent of American barbecue wafting down Hardgrave Road in West End recently, you’re probably sniffing the delightful morsels being lovingly cooked and smoked at Original Dave’s Low & Slow BBQ. This new bar and eatery specialises in grub inspired by the regional recipes of America’s barbecue belt, with a range of aromatic meaty delights luring in patrons like the Pied Piper. If you love bountiful feasts, craft beer and a splash of bourbon, make tracks to sample Original Dave’s finest. more
If your mouth inadvertently drools when walking past the rotisserie chicken section at the supermarket, then you have to get a load of what's on offer at Empire Chicken. Empire Hotel’s new chicken-centric food concept is dishing out some seriously tasty feeds, while the bar itself is getting into the sharing spirit with some very impressive (and very large) cocktails. more
Real talk – there are few dishes so loved as the classic chicken (or pork! or veal!) schnitzel. The crispy, crumbed slabs of meat can be dressed up or down in a variety of ways. Pair it with chips and salad for the perfect pub meal or layer some tomato sauce and cheese on top and turn it into a perfect parmigiana – there is no wrong way to eat a schnitzel. As the self-appointed pretty schnitty committee, we’ve collected a list of spots to source the best schnitz in town. more
Fans of American-inspired eats, rejoice! The Manhattan Line – one of South Bank’s most beloved establishments – has expanded to Bulimba, bringing with it its popular range of New York-style hot dogs, American craft beers and plenty of whisky. Opening next week, The Manhattan Line will add a charming new twist to the Oxford Street strip, boasting the same rugged vibe and stylish flair that has helped make it so popular. more
The last-minute preparation routine for a holiday is serious business. First, you’ve got to triple check that you’ve packed everything. Second, you need to check-in in advance (to avoid the lines, of course). Third, you’ve got to give yourself enough time to get to the airport itself. This isn’t even including other minor things like reminding your neighbour that they agreed to collect your mail, ensuring that your out-of-office e-mail responder is on and that you’ve put both bins out. With all of this on your plate, it’s easy to forget to eat. If you arrive at the airport with a Boeing-sized hunger, fear not – Brisbane Airport has got the goods when it comes to pre-take off eats and tipples. We’ve hand picked five of the best spots to snack at Brisbane Airport’s Domestic Terminal for breakfast, lunch and dinner to ensure you start your holiday the right way. more
From whispers of specialty coffee spots in Norman Park to a massive new breakfast hub in South Brisbane, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest news in Brisbane, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know. When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more
Since opening in October 2014, Happy Boy has been shaking up the Brisbane dining scene, tantalising tastebuds with the diverse and interesting flavours of regional Chinese dishes – a far cry the Westernised Chinese food we have become accustomed to. Ready to take Happy Boy to its next stage, brothers Jordan and Cameron Votan decided it was time to move from Spring Hill, and are set to open the doors of Happy Boy in Fortitude Valley next Tuesday August 15. more
The restaurant boom on James Street shows now sign of abating, with Freddie’s Taphouse & Kitchen adding a tasty new wrinkle to the popular promenade. Located underneath the Sage Hotel, Freddie’s looks to bring a craft beer focused element to James Street, with a huge range of drops on tap complemented with a punchy flavoursome menu that pairs with any choice brilliantly. more
In the weeks following the closure of Jo-Jo’s Restaurant, Queen Street Mall wanderers looked up at the empty corner location and lamented the departure of such an iconic staple. It seemed as if the salt and pepper calamari and grilled king prawns were gone forever, however it wasn’t long before despondence turned into joy as Jo-Jo’s announced it was merely moving to some more fashionable digs across the river. The moment fans of Jo-Jo's mushroom sauce have been waiting for has finally arrived – Jo-Jo’s is back with a new look and a new menu, but with plenty of its signature white marble-adorned charm. more
If there is one word that can brighten up our whole day, it’s ‘buffet’. Although the days of the Sizzler salad bar are behind us, that doesn’t mean that buffets are an extinct species. KaiKai Chicken has brought all-you-can-eat goodness to St Lucia, plating up piles of crispy fried chicken, pizza and ribs for those whose hunger is best described as ‘formidable’. more
Yep, your eyes aren’t deceiving you – $2 burgers are a reality. Burger Face is making a splash in the local scene, announcing its arrival with a promotion that will make your belly backflip in excitement. Today you can get your hands around burgers for less than what it costs for a serve of fries. If you are a user of UberEATS or Deliveroo, we suggest scrounging for some loose change between now and lunchtime. more
Just when you though Westfield Chermside’s food offering couldn’t get any bigger, a new entrant takes things to a whole other level. Bootlegger is the newest venue from restaurateur Tom Chidiac (founder of Sir Chapel at the Tramsheds in Sydney), and is a passion project through and through. Any fans of genuine, bona fide, salivation provoking, melt-in-your-mouth, shallow-breathing inducing American barbecue need only follow their nose to sink their teeth in some of the best in town. Bootlegger is an American barbecue smokehouse done well, with all kinds of lovingly slow-cooked meat paired with craft beer, signature cocktails and a warm atmosphere. more
Only a few short months after making a splash with its first South Bank location, Suki is going two-for-two with its new colourful hub in the heart of Bulimba. Brisbane’s favourite destination for Hawaiian-inspired poke bowls and sushi burritos has opened on Oxford Street, bringing its range of flavoursome and fun fare that has been causing a foodie frenzy across town all year. more
We don’t know if you’ve noticed, but there has been a lot of activity taking place in The City of late. We’re not talking about the hustle and bustle of the daily commute or the feverish hordes of shoppers hitting the big retailers, we’re talking about food and drink. In the past month alone, Brisbane City has welcomed a huge influx of bars, restaurants and cafes into its midst, proving that the inner-city is still at the forefront of Brisbane’s top-notch dining scene. If you’ve been meaning to check out what’s fresh (and openings still to come), we’ve assembled a handy guide to make your food crawl easier. more
