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The round-up: here are Newstead’s best cafes, bars and restaurants

19 Oct 2023

Recent years have seen Newstead evolve into a nexus of high-end hospitality, rivalling The City and Fortitude Valley as Brisbane's go-to dining destination. From izakaya-style vinyl bars, widely regarded breweries and flame-powered eateries to coffee-slinging outposts from nationally regarded roasters, if there's one spot guaranteed to deliver great nosh, it's Newstead. We've gathered our favourite cafes, bars and restaurants in the area into one handy list – here are our picks ...

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Need a weekend away? Here’s how to spend 48 hours on the Gold Coast like a local

17 Jan 2019

Our friends on the Gold Coast are pretty darn lucky. With its glorious weather, pristine beaches and creeks, lush hinterland and thriving dining scene, the coast is often the envy of us Brisbane dwellers – which means we’re often dreaming of a southern seaside getaway. The best way is to do it like a local, so our pals at The Weekend Edition Gold Coast have mapped out the best way to spend 48 hours on the Gold Coast.

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The round-up: visit the best all-day breakfast spots in Brisbane

28 Feb 2019

The weekend is for taking it slow – we can’t be blamed if we want to sleep in. We shouldn’t be punished for enjoying our days off by missing the best meal of the day – breakfast! Thankfully, there are some cafes that are forgiving to us sleepyheads, offering all-day breakfast menus so bed heads can enjoy an eggs benny or for dusty revellers that are craving the restorative properties of bacon.

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The round-up: the best BYO spots in Brisbane

04 Feb 2021

Everyone agrees that any BYO restaurant is a great way to enjoy a bit of extra value while dining out, but many don’t know how many spots around town allow customers to bring their own drop. Not only are there plenty of restaurants where BYO is acceptable, but also several bars encourage patrons to BYO food and other eateries welcome patrons to bring their own drop on special nights of the week. We’ve compiled a handy list to help you make a choice of where to take that special bottle of pinot this weekend.

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The round-up: Work your way through Brisbane’s best burgers

17 May 2023

There are few meals more satisfying than a big ol’ juicy burger. Whether you like them stacked or simple, this famous two-handed food is universally adored for a reason – and through the countless variations we have encountered in our travels around Brisbane, we have adopted some clear favourites. From tried-and-true local stalwarts to the craziest creations, we’ve collated a list of what we think are the best burgers in Brisbane for you to wrap your laughing gear around – and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty.

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The round-up: Brisbane’s best ramen spots to beat the winter chill

25 May 2023

Once the mercury starts to drop (or the rain sets in), ramen season comes on in full force. Ramen is quickly catching on in popularity around town, with several noodle soup joints specialising in the hearty dish. Forget all about your five-pack of instant mie goreng ramen noodles – the real deal is so much better that it’s unfair to call them both ramen. We’ve compiled a list of the best spots to get your slurp on, which we reckon is worth a hearty (r)amen!  

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The round-up: rock out at Brisbane’s best live-music venues

20 Apr 2023

Brisbane’s always had a strong musical heritage, dating back to the days of The Saints and The Go-Betweens, through to the heyday of Powderfinger, Savage Garden, George, The Grates and the current crop of stars such as Violent Soho, The Jungle Giants, Mallrat and Cub Sport Brisbane’s live music scene is a melting pot of styles, with numerous venues dotted around the city hosting gigs on just about any given night. Our music scene is as healthy as ever, and if you’re keen to step out for a bit of rock‘n’roll, punk, jazz, blues or whatever catches your ear, have a look over this handy list of Brisbane’s best live-music venues and get amongst it.

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The round-up: where to find Brisbane’s best American food joints

09 May 2019

Look, we know the American political system is in a bit of a shambles right now, but let's not forget that the United States is still one of the best countries in the world for food lovers. Burgers, French fries, hotdogs, deep-dish pizza, po' boys, cheesesteaks – this is the kinda stuff we like to devour. If you're also a fan of America's diverse array of eats, you'll want to cast your eyes over this comprehensive list of Brisbane's best American food spots.

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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.

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The round-up: Brisbane’s best gluten-free eats

04 Aug 2016

Gluten-free eaters have copped enough flack – it’s time for a change. The Weekend Edition believes in not judging someone for something as silly as his or her diet. While restaurants are certainly getting better at catering for coeliac disease sufferers, there is still a way to go in making gluten-free dining equally represented on menus. We’ve taken the liberty of selecting some of our choices for Brisbane’s best gluten-free dishes available right now.