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SpecialLongwang Restaurant special
🍶 SAKE MASTER CLASS — 6 PREFECTURES, 6 SAKE EXPERIENCES 🇯🇵 Sunday, 30 August 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM Discover the diversity of Japanese sake in one unforgettable afternoon! Join us for a special Sake Master Class featuring 6 exceptional sakes from 6 different prefectures of Japan, each carefully paired with delicious food by @longwang.brisbane 龍王 in Brisbane. 6 Sakes. 6 Prefectures. Sake + Food Pairing Discover how different sake styles complement Japanese-inspired cuisine while learning about the regions, brewing traditions and unique characteristics behind each bottle. Limited seats available! Don’t miss this opportunity to taste your way across Japan without leaving Brisbane. Book your tickets ASAP! 🍶🇯🇵
SpecialFelons Brewing Co special
Riverfire 2026 - Eyes to the sky, Brissie! Igniting the skyline on Saturday, September 5th, and we’ve got the best seats in the city! Book your riverside spot from $160pp, inclusive of 3-course set menu & 3-hr beverage package 🎆 Don’t miss your chance to watch from right under the bridge, at the brewery or Felonsbarrelhall. Book NOW!
OtherLINA ROOFTOP others
This Melbourne Cup Day, step into Riviera Race Day at Lina Rooftop. Tuesday 3 November $295pp | 11:30am–2:30pm Escape to the European coastline without leaving Brisbane as Lina transforms into a sun-drenched Riviera retreat above the city. Expect bold colour, coastal sophistication, statement race-day style and an atmosphere that feels effortlessly glamorous from the moment you arrive. Settle in for an unforgettable afternoon of premium hospitality and rooftop energy as the race that stops the nation unfolds in true Lina style. Dress with intention; think vibrant hues, elegant silhouettes, statement hats and that unmistakable Riviera confidence. From 2:30pm, Lina opens to the public as the celebrations continue into the evening with our Riviera Race Day afterparty; live entertainment, cocktails and rooftop energy until late. Get your tickets now.
SpecialDonna Chang special
YOUR DAD DESERVES DAD CHA! Sunday September 6th Celebrate Father’s Day at Donna Chang with our famous Dad Cha banquet, prepared by our master dumpling chefs, bold with Sichuan flavours, and served in Brisbane’s most grand, modern Chinese dining room. 🥟 Dad Cha from 10am 🥢 À la carte from 1.15pm - Late Book now!
EventThe Fifty Six event
This Father's Day, gather the family around the table for a generous banquet celebrating the bold flavours of modern Cantonese cuisine. September 6, 2026 Book your table early to secure your spot!
OtherC'est Bon Restaurant & Le Bon Bar others
Vol. 5 has arrived. One menu. One evening. Entirely new. $47 every Wednesday. A new four-course journey begins tonight. Fennel Tart with onion jam and blue cheese. Sweetcorn brûlée with poached prawn. Poussin Wellington wrapped in golden pastry. Banoffee Crepe Cake to finish. Book cestbon.com.au
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01.À la Bonne Franquette● 40 RecommendationsTucked into New Farm’s Brunswick Street, À la Bonne Franquette redefines cozy bistronomie. A tiny, family-run dining room doubling as a gourmet deli. Snagging a table here requires serious foresight—Brisbane’s dining purists are quietly booking out the tight dinner services for a taste of unapologetic French soul food. Expect masterful, generous classics served with unparalleled warmth. The kitchen executes a flawless cuisson on their eye fillet, a dish discerning eaters readily compare to Michelin-tier plates. Garlic-drenched escargots arrive alongside blistered, impossibly fluffy baguettes. Creamy tartiflette. Zesty duck à l’orange. Pure, rustic comfort. Finish with a perfectly torched crème brûlée that balances the richness of the meal. Space is intensely limited—secure a reservation, grab some imported pantry staples on your way out, and settle in for an evening that feels entirely chez soi.Shop 6/710 Brunswick St, New Farm QLD 4005, Australia+61 420 280 62402.Routine● 35 RecommendationsMiles from the retail chaos of Chermside. Pure, unadulterated espresso mastery—zero fluff, zero distractions. Brisbane’s most exacting caffeine purists quietly point their mates toward this tucked-away outpost for *il caffè perfetto*. Staggering consistency. Flawless extraction. Perfectly temped milk that's never scorched. Behind the group head, Dan commands the dial-in, pulling rotating specialty blends with absolute precision. But it’s not strictly about the bean. Discerning tea drinkers will tell you straight up—the vibrant, earthy matcha pours here are the absolute best in the city. Perfectly positioned for cyclists and walkers cruising the Downfall Creek bikeway—just cross the Ennerdale Street bridge—or anyone needing a premium pick-me-up near the hospital. Grab an easy street park. Snag a staple bacon and egg muffin from the cabinet. Soak up the effortlessly friendly energy. Let the hero of the cup—that thick, tiger-striped *crema*—become your new daily ritual.46 Ainsdale St, Chermside West QLD 4032, Australia045666252403.Felons Barrel Hall● 30 RecommendationsMassive. Electric. Right under the iconic Story Bridge. Felons Barrel Hall isn’t just a brewery—it’s a sprawling riverside spectacle. Hop off the Citycat ferry and dive straight into the beautiful chaos. Brisbane’s thirsty weekenders pack the sunset deck for top-notch craft beers on tap and punchy, Thai-inspired plates. It’s loud, it’s bustling, and the energy is absolutely relentless. Expect a fast-and-loose vibe where QR-code ordering reigns supreme and the floor can get brilliantly chaotic during peak hours. Sure, the *bevvies* might run a touch *exie*, but those million-dollar skyline views make it worth every cent. Grab a schooner, tackle a hearty crispy chicken burger, and let that infectious riverfront buzz take over.5 Boundary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia+61 7 3188 909004.Krispy Kreme Shell Nudgee● 25 RecommendationsThis isn't just a pit stop. It’s a glorious, sugar-dusted necessity tucked right inside the Nudgee Shell servo. A longtime chain slinging an epic lineup of flavors, shapes, coffee, and frosty drinks—but the true play is always the iconic Original Glazed. Highway commuters point out the freshness here is consistently top-tier. Parents plotting birthday treats know the online ordering is flawlessly punctual, while the 'pick your own dozen' option keeps the kids buzzing. Warm, welcoming service from the counter staff seals the deal. Pro tip: skip the ultra-sweet filled variations and stick to the good old-fashioned circles. A flawless, fast-paced sugar fix on the go.Shell Travel Centre, Nudgee Rd, Nudgee QLD 4014, Australia+61 7 3741 693705.Aether Brewing● 20 RecommendationsBrisbane hopheads are quietly claiming this Northgate microbrewery as their ultimate weekend basecamp. Just a four-minute stroll from the train station, Aether Brewing delivers a stellar, industrial drinking experience. Pull up a stool right next to the gleaming brewing vats—you’re in the heart of the action here. The tap list? An absolute knockout. Think icy, crushable Mexican lagers, wildly inventive sours, and perfectly crafted ales. The vibe is effortlessly cool. Expect a killer Sunday session soundtracked by live bands, fueled by top-tier amber fluid, and paired with a rotating roster of food trucks slinging everything from juicy burgers and pizza to epic fried chicken. Get your crew together and grab a table before the Saturday evening rush hits.340 Melton Rd, Northgate QLD 4013, Australia+61 1800 325 013