62Spot Score
Baba Ganouj
$Restaurants · South Brisbane
Family-owned South Bank restaurant serving modern Lebanese food, made-from-scratch saj bread, mezza, grills and private functions.
4.3(1,461)· GoogleView details →
South Brisbane, Brisbane
Best Restaurants in South Brisbane
Looking for the best restaurants in South Brisbane? We've gathered 36 standout spots in this corner of Brisbane, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. South Brisbane 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.
36 spots in South Brisbane
62Spot Score
Sayram(Southbank)
Restaurants · South Brisbane
Sayram is a restaurant located at 199 Grey St in South Brisbane. It has a strong Google rating of 4.8 stars based on 949 reviews, indicating consistent positive feedback from visitors.
4.8(949)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill
Restaurants · South Brisbane
Cocktail bar and grill on Mollison Street in South Brisbane, rated 4.5 stars by Google reviewers.
4.5(359)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
The Ship Inn
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
A relaxed gastropub on South Bank specialising in local lamb, with cosy dining and a casual beer garden.
4.3(1,043)· GoogleView details →
61Spot Score
The Rose & Crown
Restaurants · South Brisbane
The Rose & Crown is a restaurant located at 275 Grey Street in South Brisbane. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating based on 532 reviews, indicating consistent customer satisfaction across a substantial review base.
4.4(532)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
NAGA
Restaurants · South Brisbane
NAGA is a South Bank Thai restaurant offering menu dining, banquets and vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options at River Quay.
4.4(417)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Brooklyn Depot, Southbank, Brisbane
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
Brooklyn Depot South Bank serves American-inspired burgers, comfort food, cocktails and takeaway in a lively Grey Street setting.
4.1(1,970)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Sage Yellowfin Southbank
$Restaurants · South Brisbane
A South Bank Modern Australian restaurant serving oysters, Queensland seafood, steaks and shareable platters near QPAC.
4.2(1,274)· GoogleView details →
60Spot Score
Smokehouse meat & co Grill & Bar
Restaurants · South Brisbane
Smokehouse meat & co Grill & Bar is a meat-focused restaurant and bar in South Brisbane with a 4.2-star rating across 1,172 Google reviews. The venue sits on Little Stanley Street in the South Bank precinct.
4.2(1,172)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
GOMA Bistro
Restaurants · South Brisbane
Produce-driven, Modern Australian dishes served in a glass-walled space with a patio & city views.
4.2(720)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Hello Please
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
Southeast Asian flavours showcased in an elevated, contemporary haunt with wall murals & a terrace.
4.2(610)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Poppies Southbank
Restaurants · South Brisbane
Poppies Southbank is a Little Stanley Street bar, restaurant and café serving all-day brunch, Australian fusion cuisine, cocktails and Allpress coffee.
4.2(658)· GoogleView details →
59Spot Score
Southbeach
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
A relaxed South Bank restaurant with coastal style, river and skyline views, and live music from Friday to Sunday.
4.1(1,080)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
The Charming Squire
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
Cavernous James Squire brewery with high ceilings and timber decor, serving craft beer and ciders.
3.9(3,409)· GoogleView details →
57Spot Score
Guzman y Gomez - South Brisbane
$$Restaurants · South Brisbane
Lively counter-serve chain serving traditional tacos & burritos, plus Mexican beer.
3.9(2,405)· GoogleView details →
56Spot Score
Arbour SouthBank
Restaurants · South Brisbane
A much-loved South Bank restaurant — 4.2 stars from 200-plus reviews.
4.2(202)· GoogleView details →
53Spot Score
The Squire's Steakhouse
Restaurants · South Brisbane
A South Bank steakhouse serving ironbark-charcoal-grilled steaks, seafood and modern Australian dishes in a rustic-contemporary setting.
4.0(189)· GoogleView details →
49Spot Score
Riverside Cafe & Bar
Restaurants · South Brisbane
An outdoor South Bank cafe and bar serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and catering near Riverside Green Playground.
3.5(407)· GoogleView details →
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Restaurants in South Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best restaurants in South Brisbane?+
The restaurants in South Brisbane 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 South Brisbane?+
We currently feature 36 restaurants in South Brisbane, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to South Brisbane in Brisbane?+
South Brisbane 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.