Best Restaurants in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? We've rounded up 293 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
Brisbane's dining scene spans cuisines from across the world alongside modern Australian cooking that leans on local produce and seafood. Whether you're after a special-occasion table or a relaxed neighbourhood dinner, the list below is ranked so the consistently excellent rises to the top.
293 spots
Sul.Zip
$$Highly-rated café in Brisbane's CBD serving coffee and light fare from a low ground floor location on Elizabeth Street.
KatsuCo Toowong
Highly-rated café on Jephson Street in Toowong, known for coffee and light meals that draw a devoted local following.
Opa Bar & Mezze
Contemporary Greek restaurant in Brisbane CBD with river views, cocktails and refined mezze plates.
Milky Lane Newstead
$$Restaurants in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Longwang Restaurant
Highly-rated restaurant on Edward Street in Brisbane CBD with strong customer approval across nearly 2,000 Google reviews.
LONGTIME DINING
Highly rated restaurant in Brisbane CBD with a 4.8-star rating from over 4,500 reviews.
Rich & Rare Restaurant
Highly rated restaurant on Boundary Street in West End serving enthusiastic crowds with consistently strong customer satisfaction.
Fosh Bar & Restaurant
Highly-rated café, bar and restaurant on Hercules Street in Hamilton serving a diverse clientele in a welcoming setting.
Pompette
French fine dining restaurant in the CBD with consistently high ratings.
Poca Madre Restaurant
Highly-rated Latin American restaurant in South Bank, Brisbane, with 4.8 stars from nearly 1,500 reviews.
Yamas Greek & Drink
$$Greek restaurant and bar on Mollison Street in West End, Brisbane.
Indian Room Brisbane
Highly rated Indian restaurant in Milton serving authentic cuisine to a loyal customer base.
hôntô
Sleek Japanese eatery in Fortitude Valley with a raw bar, sharing plates, and imaginative mains paired with sake.
NAÏM
$$Stylish Paddington restaurant reimagining Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavours with modern technique.
Rogue Bistro
$$Spacious Modern European restaurant in Hamilton with minimalist design and a refined, focused menu.
Pawpaw Cafe
$$Quirky Brisbane diner in Woolloongabba serving inventive brunch and fresh juices, marked by a distinctive neon sign.
À la Bonne Franquette
A French restaurant on Brunswick Street in New Farm serving traditional French cuisine.
Stilts Dining
Highly rated restaurant in Kangaroo Point with 4.8 stars from 932 Google reviews.
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What are the best restaurants in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated restaurants in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane restaurants ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter restaurants by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many restaurants are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 293 restaurants across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.
Do I need to book a restaurant in Brisbane?+
For popular and higher-end restaurants, booking ahead is wise — especially Friday and Saturday nights. Many casual spots take walk-ins. Check the venue's own page or website for the latest, as we don't take bookings on your behalf.