Restaurants
MEDÉ, the new restaurant from the Melrose team, brings the Mediterranean to Bulimba
Food & Drink

MEDÉ, the new restaurant from the Melrose team, brings the Mediterranean to Bulimba

As we move in the the latter third of the year, our Instagram feeds are, thankfully, becoming less populated with posts from friends enjoying summer holidays in the Mediterranean. Coincidentally, a dash of Euro summer has arrived in Bulimba with the opening of MEDÉ Modern Mediterranean – the new nosh spot from the team behind fellow Oxford Street favourite, Melrose. We took a peek at the newcomer and sampled its offering – here's what we saw ... more

Casual Dining
Break out the bib – Claw BBQ has come to the southside with a new Carindale location
Food & Drink

Break out the bib – Claw BBQ has come to the southside with a new Carindale location

After countless watching parties, cold beers and rounds of ribs, King Street’s Claw BBQ has finally made its way across the river, treating southsiders to its Americana-inspired offering. The barbecue joint and crabshack hybrid has just opened the doors to its second location, snagging a spot in Westfield Carindale Shopping Centre’s new dining precinct. Keep reading to find out more … more

Best of Brisbane
Anytime Coffee, Brisbane City | Brisbane's best sandwiches
Food & Drink

The round-up: Brisbane’s best (and salivation-worthy) sandwiches

It’s safe to say that the humble sanga has ascended to the status of foodie icon – and rightfully so. Toasted or fresh, stacked or simple, sweet or savoury, it’s hard to beat the diversity and deliciousness afforded by stuffing ingredients between two slices of bread. Brisbane’s fleet of first-class sandwich spots are serving up sumptuous fillings and artisan breads that’ll have you forgetting all the soggy sandwiches of your school lunchbox days. We've assembled a list of Brisbane's must-try sandwich spots, sorted into alphabetical order. Take note – we've made separate round-ups for Brisbane's best bagels and banh mi spots – be sure to check them out, too! Read on to see who made the cut ... more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 477 September 24
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 477 September 24

From news of a Fortitude Valley expansion for a Gold Coast Cantonese restaurant to a new cafe and wine bar in West End, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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

Bars
The round-up: what's open on the King's Birthday public holiday
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The round-up: what’s open on the King’s Birthday public holiday

Keep your head up king, your crown is falling – and a public holiday is coming your way. While Charlie boy actually turns 76 on November 14, we here in Queensland are granted the day off to celebrate the birthday of our divinely appointed monarch this Monday October 7. If you’re keen to get out and about amongst your fellow peasants, we’ve compiled a handy list of places that will be trading throughout the day – have a gander! more


Restaurants
Raising the steaks – Black Hide Steak & Seafood by Gambaro opens at The Star Brisbane
Food & Drink

Raising the steaks – Black Hide Steak & Seafood by Gambaro opens at The Star Brisbane

Following the headline-grabbing opening of The Star Brisbane at Queen's Wharf, attentions are now firmly affixed to The Terrace – the river-facing precinct that will soon be home to a bevy of blockbuster restaurants. Leading the pack is the Gambaro Group's flagship steakhouse Black Hide Steak & Seafood, which has just unveiled its new jaw-dropping abode boasting sweeping views of South Bank and beyond. Take a look inside ... more

Casual Dining
Pick up some no-fuss fare at À la Bonne Franquette, New Farm's French-inspired deli and takeaway spot
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Pick up some no-fuss fare at À la Bonne Franquette, New Farm’s French-inspired deli and takeaway spot

There's a new providore and deli on Brunswick Street that could quickly become a resource for French expats and Francophile foodies looking for a taste of the country's epicurean offering. À la Bonne Franquette in New Farm is stocked to bursting point with French cheeses, terrines, sweets and snacks, while its on-site kitchen is cooking up serves of coq au vin, raclette, beef bourguignon and ratatouille for take-home consumption. If you haven't made plans for dinner, À la Bonne Franquette could be just the post-work pit stop you're searching for. more

Bakeries
Gold Coast icon Paddock Bakery is popping up at Justin Lane to sling sweets, sandwiches and Single O coffee
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Gold Coast icon Paddock Bakery is popping up at Justin Lane to sling sweets, sandwiches and Single O coffee

If you live in or travel through The Valley every day, leave home a little bit earlier this week. Why? Paddock Bakery has just launched an extra-special pop-up shop at Justin Lane on Alfred Street, where its slinging handcrafted sweets, picture-perfect pastries, a super selection of sandwiches and specialty coffee from Single O from Monday to Friday. Perfect for a pre-train ride treat or a lunch bite, put a visit to Paddock's pop-up in your diary ASAP. more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 476 September 17
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 476 September 17

From news of a slick high-end coffee spot opening soon in Newstead to Brooki Bakehouse's brand-new store, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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

Restaurants
Poca Madre, the Calida crew's breezy Mexican-inspired oasis, is now cooking in South Bank
Food & Drink

Poca Madre, the Calida crew’s breezy Mexican-inspired oasis, is now cooking in South Bank

It’s been a busy year for Alemré Hospitality Group. The operators behind Calida, Ole Restaurant, Vici Italian and Downtown Istanbul have recently welcomed a brand-new concept to its portfolio in the form of Poca Madre. Spanish slang to describe something impressive, cool or awesome, Poca Madre is looking to live up to its name with a menu of flavour-packed Mexican-inspired eats, from drool-worthy quesabirra tacos to slow-cooked beef cheeks and prawn tostadas. Oh, and Poca Madre also has a dedicated margarita bar serving agave flights and loads of tequila-infused tipples. more

Bakeries
Experimental pastry maker Croix Croissant has opened a second bakery in Newstead
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Experimental pastry maker Croix Croissant has opened a second bakery in Newstead

Love a quirky pastry but hate travelling long distances to get it? Then you'll be jazzed to hear that innovative Hillcrest bakery Croix Croissant has opened a second dispensary in Brisbane's inner north. Last week the team opened the doors to its new location on Commercial Road in Newstead, a light and bright haunt dispensing the likes of pandan croissants, Biscoff-infused crolls and croissant cheeseburgers. Come and take a peek inside ... more

Casual Dining
The Ballpark, Hamilton's new sports bar, is in a league of its own
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The Ballpark, Hamilton’s new sports bar, is in a league of its own

Portside Wharf’s newest resident is looking to change the game for Brisbane sports bars. The Ballpark opened its doors last week, revealing a home run of a design. Kitted out with three Australian-first baseball batting cage simulators, pool tables, premium dart boards and screens to catch local and international fixtures, The Ballpark beckons Brisbane sports lovers for a one-of-a-kind experience that’s bound to hit it out of the park. more

Bars
Soko | Brisbane's best rooftop bars | The Weekend Edition
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The round-up: soak up sun or starlight at the best rooftop bars in Brisbane

When the weather is turning it on, there's no better feeling than getting elevated. We love flocking to our closest rooftop bar, getting sky high and soaking up the rays while taking in a killer view. Brisbane's skyline is slowly filling in with some top-notch rooftop bars, and we've taken it upon ourselves to list some of Brisbane's best. Forget your fear of heights – once you take in the vistas at these elevated haunts, you'll never want to come back down to earth. more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 475 September 10
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 475 September 10

From news of a new French-style deli opening in New Farm to news of the Brewski team's next move, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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

Food News
Bacchus welcomes a new chef de cuisine and unveils a fresh spring menu to celebrate the occasion
Food & Drink

Bacchus welcomes a new chef de cuisine and unveils a fresh spring menu to celebrate the occasion

Bacchus Restaurant is now helmed by fresh vision, with the culinary destination recently welcoming Marco Sfamurri as chef de cuisine. The kitchen’s spring menu intends to usher in this new season with a flurry of freshness and flavour. Bacchus’ traditional degustation has evolved into the grand tasting menu, which makes its debut as a shared feasting experience. Keep reading to find out more … more