Food
Brisbane’s most exciting bar openings of 2024 (so far)
From a wine spot hidden in a CBD garage to a British-inspired gastropub and the return of a classic Spring Hill boozer, here’s what’s caught our eye so far.
- Matt Shea
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An 1888-built icon finally reopens as a multi-level food and beverage precinct
“Brisbane’s Raffles” is serving food by a two-hatted chef in a brasserie full of colour, and a stunning supper club destined to open late. Take a peek inside.
- Matt Shea
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One of Brisbane’s best new bars is this wine joint hidden in a CBD garage
It’s serving a 50-bottle wine list and cocktails (including a martini menu) matched to a menu of British-inspired comfort food. You just need to find it.
- Matt Shea
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One of Brisbane’s best bar groups has relaunched an iconic 1864-built pub
This “Heartbreak Ridge” classic features a rejuvenated front bar, a menu of Australian game dishes, and a private dining room in a wine cellar. Take a peek inside.
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Paddington’s NOTA to transform into a ‘Michelin’-inspired Italian fine-diner
“I wanted to be a bit of a pioneer”: a popular former Rosmarino chef will serve two degustation menus, taking diners on a food tour of the Italian peninsula.
- Matt Shea
Brisbane’s most exciting restaurant openings of 2024 (so far)
From glitzy steakhouses and laneway CBD diners to new French from the Happy Boy crew and the arrival of a southern hospitality powerhouse, here’s what to tick off.
- Matt Shea
First look: Supernormal sister venue Bar Miette opens in a brilliant riverside space
With one-of-a-kind views of the Story Bridge and an all-day, European-leaning menu, this is far from Supernormal afterthought. Here’s what to expect.
- Matt Shea
‘I don’t think we’ll be the last’: Why one of Brisbane’s best bars has closed
The closure came just days after it was named Queensland’s best bar. Still, owner Jamie Fleming remains optimistic about Brisbane’s food and drink future.
- Matt Shea
Brisbane restaurant takes on hospo giant Merivale in surprise counterclaim over name
The dispute is the latest development in a series of court cases involving Justin Hemmes’ company including an underpayment class action lawsuit.
- Bianca Hrovat
Two of Brisbane’s best chefs have taken over a hidden CBD dining room
In a light-filled, loft-like space, they’re serving corned ox tongue, boquerones with n’duja and piquillos, and roasted monkfish with a mussel beurre blanc.
- Matt Shea