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The Spaghetti House team opens family-centric Italian eatery Ronnie’s Clubhouse in Middle Park

07 Jul 2022

Family is at the core of Ronnie's Clubhouse – a brand-new Italian eatery nestled in the heart of Middle Park. Owned and operated by a team of seasoned restaurateurs, Ronnie's mixes its namesake's vivacious zest for life with a menu of outstanding pastas, pizza and traditional Italian mains, bolstered by a stellar selection of cocktails and vino. It's open now – here's what's on offer ... more

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Get the first look at Gastown – Ashgrove’s cosy new cafe and wine bar from the Soul Revolver crew

07 Jul 2022

Anyone that has visited Vancouver has likely paid a visit to Gastown, the storied precinct famed for its Victorian buildings, cobblestone streets, famous steam clock and vibrant dining scene. A new hole-in-the-wall cafe and wine bar from the brains behind Alderley's Soul Revolver Co. is looking to bring a taste of Vancouver (by way of Tasmania) to Ashgrove, opening in the day for coffee, pastries and toasties, and then at night for vino and small plates. Gastown is the name of this fresh-faced locale – read on to take a peek inside! more

Biànca – Monday Night Dining Brisbane — Bars

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The round-up: what restaurants and bars are open on Monday night in Brisbane

07 Jul 2022

If you’ve never experienced the Monday blues then you must be a robot. Just kidding (sort of), but starting the work week after the dizzying delights of the weekend can be a little bit soul destroying. Our solution is to extend some more of that fun into Monday. “How?”, we hear you ask. Simple – book in for dinner out one Monday night. Brisbane’s not as sleepy as it used to be – these days there are countless venues that are open for Monday-night trading, from fine-dining institutions to reliable neighbourhood eateries. If you want to line up a hot dinner date before the week gets too hectic, or if you're in hospo and are looking to make the most of your weekend, check out Brisbane’s Monday-night scene and see what’s open using this handy list. more

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The round-up: sip responsibly with these top-notch non-alcoholic drinks

07 Jul 2022

Every year at the height of winter, scores of Aussies ditch the booze – some for a healthy change, others for a challenge. Whether you're tackling a month of sobriety for charity, personal reasons or just to test your will power, Dry July is just around the corner and we want you to be prepared. If your poison of choice is beer, wine or a well-made cocktail, we've got you covered with some non-alcoholic alternatives. Consider us your sober guru this Dry July. more

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

07 Jul 2022

When we rank our favourite noodle soups, number one would have to be pho, fo’ sho. We’re not promising that this round-up won’t be littered with soupy puns, but when your brain craves noods it’s hard to resist. Brisbane is flush with fantastic Vietnamese restaurants, all vying for the title of Brisbane’s best pho. Everyone’s got their own pick for the best pho in town, making this one of the most contentious lists in recent memory. We’re not confident we can name the best, but we’re damn certain we have a world-class selection – here are our picks. more

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Butler Wine Bar – the intimate drinking spot from the Lune Croissanterie crew – is now open

07 Jul 2022

If you've ever bitten into a buttery croissant from Lune and wondered what the croissanterie crew could achieve if it put the same amount of care and thought into another culinary concept, then we'd like to introduce you to Butler Wine Bar. This long-awaited neighbourhood drinkery is The Lune Co. team's first foray into nighttime trade and they're looking to make a great impression on Brisbane's wine- and cocktail-sipping set. Anchored by a grounded approach that spotlights comfort, community and conscience, Butler packs a lot into a small package. Butler Wine Bar will officially open next Thursday July 7 – we were lucky enough to take its food and drink menu for a test drive. Read on to find out more ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 365 July 5

05 Jul 2022

From news of a beloved Japanese-inspired salad slinger's Queensland expansion to a new three-level bar from BrewDog, 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

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Pavement Whispers: craft-beer powerhouse BrewDog set to expand with a new three-level venue in Fortitude Valley

30 Jun 2022

Three-and-a-bit years on from the official launch of BrewDog's Murarrie headquarters, the globe-spanning craft-beer giant is poised to build its Australian presence. Later this year the Scottish-born brand will open a new standalone venue in Fortitude Valley, showcasing BrewDog's widely beloved range of punk-inspired and attitude-loaded ales alongside a host of pub-style eats. Here's what we know ... more

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Pavement Whispers: nodo to join the West Village fold with a doughnut-slinging kiosk in Peters Lane

30 Jun 2022

It's a good time to be a doughnut lover in Brisbane. nodo, the bakery cafe brand specialising in gluten-free treats, is set to expand its portfolio by one with a new spot opening at West Village this August. This grab-and-go joint will be stocked to the brim with nodo's signature range of doughnuts, takeaway breakfast bites and barista-brewed coffee. Read on to find out what we know ... more

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The round-up: Brisbane’s best American barbecue restaurants

30 Jun 2022

Apologies in advance to all plant-based eaters out there – this round-up is strictly for the carnivores. This time around, we’re checking out the finest hunks of meat available around town. No, we’re not talking about Aussie Thunder Male Revue. We’re talking about barbecue – American barbecue, to be precise. Brisket, pulled pork, ribs, sausages – if it’s smoky, saucy and meaty, it’s exactly what we’re after. We’ve assembled a list of some of the best bricks-and-mortar barbecue locations in Brisbane. Be wary of reading while hungry – this list will get the salivation glands working overtime. more

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Yassou! Riverside Greek favourite OPA Bar + Mezze has reopened – and now it’s serving brunch!

30 Jun 2022

Brisbane City's riverside precinct was hit hard by recent floods, but now that the water has receded, there's life along the banks once more. Popular Greek eatery OPA Bar + Mezze celebrated its anticipated reopening last week, with inner-city dwellers turning out in droves to celebrate the Santorini-inspired locale's reinvigorated menu. Here's what's on offer ... more

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Soak up the sunshine at Fortitude Valley’s new social playground Summa House

30 Jun 2022

It might be the middle of winter right now, but over on McLachlan Street in Fortitude Valley there's a place that parties like it' summer every day. Summa House is a 1100 square-foot open-air venue imbued with sunny vibes and balmy brilliance. With a kitchen dishing up elevated pub classics, bars turning out tropical cocktail jugs and a bottomless brunch that needs to be seen to be believed, Summa House is setting itself up to be a year-round, all-occasion celebration spot. more

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From afternoon delights to lobster-filled buffets – The Langham, Gold Coast unveils its eagerly anticipated new restaurants

29 Jun 2022

Last week, in what could only be described as a defining moment in the Gold Coast's story, the eagerly anticipated The Langham, Gold Coast welcomed its first guests. The lavish five-star hotel is the first development with direct beach access to be built in more than 30 years and has undoubtedly ushered in a luxurious new era of staying and playing on the Gold Coast. It goes without saying that a hotel of this calibre is bound to have some pretty impressive dining options, and friends, The Langham, Gold Coast does not disappoint. Read on for all of the delicious details … more

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Riverside spot Will & Flow has reopened for your sipping and snacking pleasure

29 Jun 2022

The February floods had an unimaginable impact on Brisbane, with some of the city's most beloved businesses forced to shutter and rebuild after significant damage. With the sun now shining, these adored locales can open up again – and that's exactly what dreamy waterfront venue Will & Flow will be doing this Thursday June 30. Soon you'll be able to soak up spectacular views, stellar sips and sumptuous snacks by the water. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 364 June 28

28 Jun 2022

From news of a high-quality fishmonger for Hawthorne to a new location for a cult-favourite noodle joint, 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

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The round-up: the biggest food openings of the year (so far)

23 Jun 2022

While it's hard to get our head around the looming threshold that is 2022's half-way mark, once we take stock of all that has happened this year it becomes easier to see why time has moved at such a blistering pace. Rain, floods and election campaigns aside, the first half of 2022 has been filled with a host of hospitality openings, from ultra-luxe sushi restaurants and resort-style rooftop bars to punk-inspired boozers and sandwich-slinging general stores. We've decided to take a beat and reflect on the past six months, collating a list of what we think have been the biggest foodie openings of the year so far. more

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Pavement Whispers: amaro takes centre stage at Before + After, a new laneway basement bar opening soon in The City

23 Jun 2022

Amaro, the bittersweet Italian herbal liqueur known to many as a post-dinner digestivo, has seen a sharp spike in popularity in recent years. The stomach-settling sip is becoming increasingly more common on the shelves of Brisbane's best bars and restaurants, moving from unheralded elixir to the in-vogue drink of choice for discerning drinkers. George Curtis is funnelling his own love of amaro into the mortar of his own bar, Before + After – a low-key libation spot opening in The City later this year. Here, expect to find an assortment of amari – from the seductively sweet to the boldly bitter – as well as a range of amaro-infused snacks like shrimp rolls with Fernet Branca mayo and affogato-style amaro floats. Here's what we know ... more

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Pavement Whispers: coffee icon Jamie’s Espresso Bar is moving and reopening soon in new day-and-night digs off James Street

23 Jun 2022

Long before James Street morphed into the powerhouse promenade it is today, Jamie's Espresso was there ensuring locals had a reliable spot to get a good cup of coffee. It remained a constant even as luxury hotels, ritzy restaurants and a swathe of boutique retail outlets sprouted up around it. At the end of July Jamie's Espresso will close its postage stamp-sized dispensary in anticipation of a move. Don't worry, folks – it's not going far. Before year's end Jamie's Espresso will reopen just a coffee-bean toss from where it first made its bones more than 20 years ago. Here's what you can expect ... more

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Milton Rum Distillery shows off its new state-of-the-art spirit-making headquarters in Albion

23 Jun 2022

Recent years have seen gin, whisky and even tequila score a spike in popularity, as craft distilleries instigate a golden age of spirit drinking. The team at Milton Rum Distillery is looking to set in motion a similar glow-up for the humble (and, these days, largely underestimated) cane spirit, creating a range of award-winning libations using innovative distillation techniques and a bounty of botanicals. After its Milton home was gutted by flood waters earlier this year, Milton Rum Distillery is now rising from the proverbial ashes, this week unveiling its new production space and distillery door at Craft'd Grounds in Albion. Here, the team will be using a custom distilling apparatus and an Australian-first hydroponic system to create a sustainable spirit-making operation from which the rum renaissance can truly blossom. It officially opens on Friday June 25 – here's what you can… more

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Bubble tea in the ‘burbs – the King of the Wings crew has opened The Royal Tea in Stafford

23 Jun 2022

First it conquered Brisbane's street-eats scene with its roaming food trucks, then it became a Stafford institution with its own bricks-and-mortar eatery. Now, King of the Wings is making forays into the world of bubble tea with its colourful new dispensary on Stafford Road. Slinging a range of milky, fruit-filled and frappe teas (as well as some boozy bubble tea beverages for King of the Wings next door), The Royal Tea is a must-try spot for those that go bonkers for boba. more