Brisbane boasts an emerging culinary scene that is set to delight your palate with its use of local ingredients, innovative pairings, and exceptional hospitality. We’ve curated a selection of the best dining establishments in Brisbane, offering a diverse range of cuisines and pricing to cater to all preferences.
Please note: The ANZCA ASM program is full to the brim of educational content, social functions and optional activities, so Sunday evening might be the only night you have to check out the local restaurant scene. We suggest making a reservation in advance to avoid disappointment.
Opening hours are subject to change as per the restaurant’s website.
Babylon
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Opening hours:
Restaurant:
Sun-Wed: 11.30am-11pm
Thur-Sat: 11.30am-Midnight
Babylon Garden:
Mon and Tues: 11am-11.30pm
Wed: 11am- Midnight
Thurs: 11am-12.30am
Fri and Sat: 11am-2am
Sunday: 11am-11.30pm
Location: 145 Eagle St, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Biànca
Cuisine: Italian
Opening hours:
Lunch Hours:
Fri-Sun from 11.30am
Dinner Hours:
Mon-Sun 5pm-late
Location: Shop AM5 Ada Lane, 46 James Street, Fortitude Valley
Make a reservation
Ciao Papi
Cuisine: Italian
Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 12pm – late
Location: 5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Detour
Cuisine: Entirely gluten-free, split into an omnivore and herbivore selection.
Opening hours:
Lunch:
Fri and Sat: 12-3pm
Dinner:
Tues-Thurs: 5-10pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm-11pm
Location: 6/11 Logan Road, Woolloongabba
Make a reservation
GRECA
Cuisine: Greek
Opening hours: Mon-Sun: 11:30am-late
Location: Howard Smith Wharf Precinct, 3/5 Boundary St, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
*Image courtesy of Madame Wu
Madame Wu
Cuisine: Modern Asian Fusion
Opening hours:
Sun-Thurs: 12–11pm
Fri-Sat 12pm – Midnight
Kitchen Hours:
Sun-Thurs: 12-3pm and 5:30-8:30pm
Fri-Sat: 12-3pm and 5:30-9:30pm
Location: Upper Plaza Level, Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Malt Dining
Cuisine: Modern Australian
Opening hours:
Tues-Thurs: 11:30am-10:30pm
Frid: 11:30am –11:30pm
Sat: 11am – 11:30pm
Sun and Mon: Closed
Location: 28 Market St, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Maya
Cuisine: Mexican-Australian fusion
Opening hours:
Mon-Tues: Closed
Wed-Thurs, Sun: 12-11pm
Fri-Sat: 12pm-1am
Location: 757 Ann St, Fortitude Valley
Make a reservation
*Image courtesy of David Chatfield, Anyday Group
sAme sAme
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Opening hours:
Lunch hours:
Fri-Sun from 11:30am
Dinner hours:
Mon-Sun from 5pm
Location: Shop AM3 Ada Lane, 46 James St, Fortitude Valley
Make a reservation
Stanley
Cuisine: Cantonese and Chinese
Opening hours:
Yum cha only: 11:30am-3pm
Dinner: 5-10pm
Location: 5 Boundary street, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Sunsets rooftop
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Opening hours:
Thurs-Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Location: 95 Linton Street, Kangaroo Point
Make a reservation
Yoko Dining
Cuisine: Japanese
Opening hours:
Mon-Sun: 11:30am – late
Location: Howard Smith Wharves, 2/5 Boundary St, Brisbane City
Make a reservation
Got a spare few hours in between sessions? Looking for a boredom buster for the kids? Never fear, we have collated some of Brisbane’s best attractions for you to visit. Whether it’s a beautiful scenic walk; visiting furry friends; or checking out an iconic landmark, there’s plenty of exploring to be done.
Prices and opening hours are subject to change as per the attraction’s website.
Australia Zoo
Opening hours: 9am-5pm daily
Cost:
Adults from $A64.95pp
Student from $A54.95pp
Pensioner from $54.95pp
Child (3-14) from $39.95pp
2 Adults + 2 Children from $A191.95
2 Adults + 3 Children from $A214.95
Location: Steve Irwin Way, Beerwah. Visit the website for ways to get to the zoo from Brisbane.
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Blueys Brisbane
Opening hours: 24hrs
Cost: Free
Location: various locations, please see website.
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*Image courtesy of Mitch Lowe
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
Opening hours: 24hrs
Cost: Free
Location: City Botanic Gardens, 147 Alice St, Brisbane City
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XXXX Brewery tour
Opening hours: Tours are currently operating from Thursday– Saturday. Please use the link to view available times and secure your tour booking.
Cost:
Adults $A32pp (includes guided beer tasting session + free gift)
Guests must be aged 18 and over to attend the tour.
Location: Level 1, Cnr Black and Paten St, Milton
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Brisbane riverwalk
Opening hours: 24hrs
Cost: Free
Location: Entry from the New Farm end is at Riverview Court (river end tip of Merthyr Rd)
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GoBoat Brisbane
Opening hours: 9am-5pm daily
Cost:
1 hour from $A129
2 hours from $A199
3 hours from $A269
Location: 194 Breakfast Creek Rd, Newstead
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Opening hours: 9am-5pm daily (including public holidays)
Cost:
Adult (18+) $A49pp
Senior/Pensioner (65+ with valid ID) $A39pp
Student (14-17 with valid ID) $A39pp
Child (3-13) $A35pp
2 Adults + 2 Children $A145
1 Adult + up to 2 Children $A100
Location: 708 Jesmond Road, Fig Tree Pocket
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*Image courtesy of Tourism Australia
Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art
Opening hours: 10am-5pm daily
Cost: Entry to QAGOMA is free.
This includes most exhibitions, screenings and programs. Some exhibitions and special events have an entry fee and tickets can be purchased online or onsite at the ticket desk. Entry to the Children’s Art Centre is always free.
Location: Stanley Pl, South Brisbane
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*Image courtesy of QLD Museum
Queensland Museum
Opening hours: 9.30am-5pm daily
Cost: Entry to Queensland Museum is free. SparkLab, some exhibitions and events have an entry fee and tickets can be purchased online.
Location: Cnr of Grey Street and Melbourne St, South Bank, South Brisbane
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Soak Bathhouse
Opening hours: 6.30am-10pm daily
Cost:
90min Soak – $A49pp
90min Soak and Snack – $A58pp
90min Soak and Sip – $A69pp
90min Soak and 20min LED Facial – $A98pp
90min Soak and 50min Massage – $A158pp
90min Soak and 45min Infrared Sauna – $A98pp
Location: Level 2, The Eaves at West Village, 111 Boundary St, West End
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Opening hours: Multiple sessions available each day. Click link for availability.
Cost:
Adults from $A259pp
Student from $A116.10pp
Senior from $A116.10pp
Child (6-16) from $109.65pp
2 Adults + 2 Children from $A399
2 Adults + 3 Children from $A479
Location: 70 Main St, Kangaroo Point
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The west end markets
Opening hours: Saturday 6am-2pm
Cost: Free entry
Location: Davies Park – Montague Rd and Jane St, West End
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The collective markets
Opening hours: Friday 5-9pm, Saturday 10am-9pm and Sunday 9am-4pm
Cost: Free entry
Location: Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
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Riverside markets
Opening hours: Sunday 8am-3pm
Cost: Free entry
Location: Cnr Alice St and Albert St, Brisbane City
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Movie World
Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 9.30am-5pm
Cost:
Adults from $A119pp (online price)
Child (3-13) from $A109pp (online price)
Pensioner from $A109pp (online price)
Location: Pacific Mwy, Oxenford. Visit the website for ways to get to the theme parks from Brisbane.
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Dreamworld
Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 10am-5pm
Cost:
Adults from $A119pp (online price)
Child (3-13) from $A109pp (online price)
Location: Dreamworld Pkwy, Coomera. Visit the website for ways to get to the theme parks from Brisbane.
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