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
Mono Dining
Restaurants in Milton, Brisbane.
Grape & Grazing
Restaurants in New Farm, Brisbane.
Cartel Del Taco - New Farm
Restaurants in New Farm, Brisbane.
Two Small Rooms Restaurant
$$$Casual dining with Modern European menu served in 2 cosy rooms with unfussy decor, plus courtyard.
Mexicali Bar Y Taqueria - Bulimba
Restaurants in Bulimba, Brisbane.
Willes Fine Foods
$Restaurants in Bulimba, Brisbane.
Vertigo
Restaurants in New Farm, Brisbane.
椒娘娘火锅 Miss chilli hot pot
Restaurants in Milton, Brisbane.
Bonnie Doon Public House
Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Gui Kitchen 桂小厨 Toowong
Restaurants in Toowong, Brisbane.
YUEN Japanese Restaurant
Restaurants in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
La Gusto Ristorante
Restaurants in Paddington, Brisbane.
Ember & Ash
Restaurants in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Riva Kitchen & Events
$$Restaurants in Hamilton, Brisbane.
TRenD Bar & Kitchen
Restaurants in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
Waterloo Bay Hotel
$$Contemporary hotel with free Wi-Fi and a beer garden, plus a casual restaurant and a sports bar.
JK Restaurant Tandoori and Curry House
$$Multicoloured textiles adorn this unpretentious bistro cooking up traditional Indian dishes.
Little Singapore (Chermside)
$$Restaurants in Chermside, Brisbane.
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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.