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What to Eat in Brisbane
You'll find just about every type of cuisine in Brisbane, from Turkish and Chinese to Vietnamese, Spanish and, of course, Australian. Aussie staples served in Brisbane and throughout the country include meat pies (a meat and gravy-stuffed baked pastry), potato wedges and various meats coated with piri piri (a spicy sauce). Don't be surprised if you spot kangaroo, wallaby, emu or crocodile listed as specialty menu items. Given the city's proximity to the ocean, many of Brisbane's restaurants also feature locally sourced seafood, such as seasonal oysters, murray cod, barramundi and mulloway.
Explore Brisbane's downtown area to experience some of the city's top restaurants. Esquire and The EURO are two popular eateries situated less than a mile from each other on Brisbane's north bank (a little more than a mile from the city center). Both restaurants receive a stamp of approval from locals and travelers alike for their delicious, inventive cuisine. Stokehouse Q, which sits just south of the city center in South Brisbane, is another visitor favorite thanks to its modern Australian menu (think roast lamb rump and smoked swordfish). Stick around the area's South Bank district for the best waterfront dining. This emerging culinary area boasts trendy, alfresco eateries that offer everything from classic Italian to Champagne and oyster bars. For more European-inspired menus, check out New Farm, a suburb on Brisbane's north bank. Quaint bistros, elegant wine bars and a popular local haunt, Chouquette Boulangerie Patisserie, can be found along the tree-lined streets.
Farmers markets are another big part of Brisbane's foodie culture. The popular Boundary Street Markets set up shop in one of Brisbane's suburbs, the West End, every Friday and Saturday. But you can also find Jan Powers Farmers Markets stationed in various neighborhoods around the city, including downtown Queen Street, New Farm, Mitchelton and Manly. Other popular food bazaars include Brisbane MarketPlace Rocklea and Eat Street Markets.
Find the Best Restaurants in Brisbane
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Restaurant Dan Arnold#1 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane
$$ | European, Australian, Contemporary959 Ann St, Brisbane, Queensland 4006 AustraliaRead More » - #2
Flour & Chocolate Patisserie#2 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #3
Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co.#3 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #4
Rogue Bistro#4 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane
$ - $$ | Australian14 Austin St Newstead, Brisbane, Queensland 4006 AustraliaRead More » - #5
Olive Thyme#5 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #6
Gala Thai#6 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #7
Bacchus#7 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #8
1889 Enoteca#8 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #9
MADO Cafe & Restaurant#9 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #10
Wooden Horse Restaurant#10 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #11
Kennigo Social House#11 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #12
Casa Nostra Ristorante#12 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #13
Double Shot New Farm#13 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #14
Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co.#14 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #15
Fogata Latin Fusion Bar & Restaurant#15 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #16
Betty's Burgers & Concrete#16 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #17
Libertine Restaurant & Cocktail Bar#17 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #18
Putia Pure Food Kitchen#18 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #19
La Vue Waterfront Restaurant#19 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane - #20
Sono Japanese Restaurant Portside Wharf#20 of 4,951 Places to Eat in Brisbane
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