64Spot Score
Naldham House
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Fine dining restaurant in Brisbane CBD with a 4.7-star rating across 407 reviews.
4.7(407)· GoogleView details →
Brisbane CBD, Brisbane
Best Restaurants in Brisbane CBD
Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane CBD? We've gathered 35 standout spots in this corner of Brisbane, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Brisbane CBD has its own character, and the restaurants here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
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.
35 spots in Brisbane CBD
64Spot Score
Doughcraft
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Highly-rated bakery and café on Mary Street in Brisbane CBD, known for doughnuts and baked goods.
4.6(661)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Mitr Table dessert house & Dining
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Mitr Table is a dessert-focused restaurant located on Charlotte Street in Brisbane City, near Kangaroo Point. It operates as both a dessert house and full dining venue. The venue has earned a 4.6-star Google rating across 473 reviews, indicating consistent customer satisfaction.
4.6(473)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Malt Dining & Bar
$$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
Rustic-chic fine dining across three levels of a heritage market building in Brisbane CBD, with an eclectic menu and a 4.5-star rating from nearly 800 reviews.
4.5(773)· GoogleView details →
63Spot Score
Pochana Brisbane
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
An eclectic Thai-themed eatery hosts an array of street fare veggies & curries plus cocktails.
4.3(2,562)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Black Fire Restaurant Brisbane
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
Relaxed Spanish bistro in Brisbane CBD serving tapas and hearty classic plates.
4.4(1,002)· GoogleView details →
62Spot Score
Babylon Brisbane
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
Contemporary restaurant in Brisbane City offering dining with a 4.3-star rating from nearly 1,500 reviews.
4.3(1,477)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Tiger Eye
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
A Paddington bar and bistro at The Barracks offering breakfast, drinks, functions and live music.
4.3(559)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Supernormal Brisbane
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Restaurants in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
4.4(432)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Little Miss Sunshine Bistro Brewery
Restaurants · Brisbane City
A Paddington bistro and brewery serving Mediterranean cuisine, small-batch LMS beers and a lively Queensland-inspired atmosphere.
4.6(137)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Beach House Bar & Grill CBD
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
Easygoing, modern restaurant & bar for casual dining on bistro classics like steak & seafood.
4.0(1,914)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Sky Deck
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Sky Deck is a 100-metre-high Brisbane destination with city views, three dining and drinking venues, and space for celebrations.
4.4(310)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
TRenD Bar & Kitchen
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Restaurants in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
4.4(139)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
The Pancake Manor
$$Restaurants · Brisbane City
Long-standing restaurant in a spacious converted cathedral serving pancakes, burgers, steaks & more.
3.9(7,786)· GoogleView details →
55Spot Score
Gather
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Restaurants in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
4.3(94)· GoogleView details →
53Spot Score
Food Quarter
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Food Quarter offers casual Western and Asian dining, carvery meals, cakes and coffee on Level 5 of Brisbane’s casino complex.
3.9(249)· GoogleView details →
48Spot Score
Elizabeth Arcade
Restaurants · Brisbane City
Restaurants in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
4.3(13)· GoogleView details →
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Restaurants in Brisbane CBD — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in Brisbane CBD?+
The restaurants in Brisbane CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many restaurants are there in Brisbane CBD?+
We currently feature 35 restaurants in Brisbane CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Brisbane CBD in Brisbane?+
Brisbane CBD is one of Brisbane's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.
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.