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Five Brisbane suburbs, five reasons to eat there
A cross-city meal through five suburbs, each with a venue that expresses something different about Brisbane.
Brisbane is best understood suburb by suburb. The food changes with the streets, the crowds and the rhythms of each neighbourhood.
A cross-city meal through five suburbs, each with a venue that expresses something different about Brisbane. These five stops belong together because each approaches the theme differently, giving the story contrast rather than five versions of the same recommendation.
01 · Brisbane, Queensland
Anouk Cafe Paddington
The story begins with Anouk Cafe Paddington. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to a balanced brisbane breakfast featuring sweet brioche french toast and a savoury truffle omelette.
When a Brisbane morning calls for both indulgence and precision, Anouk Cafe delivers a breakfast pair that covers both ends of the spectrum. Sitting down to golden brioche French toast topped with caramelised apple, chai apple, candied walnuts, and cream is an immediately satisfying start.
Anouk Cafe shines through thoughtful technique, balancing sweet chai-apple brioche French toast with a rich, truffle-infused French omelette.
What I’d start with: Brioche French toast, French omelette.
Read the full recommendation02 · Brisbane, Queensland
My Mistress Cafe
The second stop changes the pace at My Mistress Cafe. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to a satisfying sweet-and-savoury brisbane brunch featuring southern fried chicken and waffles..
Dismantling a fried egg over a stack of golden waffles and southern fried chicken is a glorious way to start the morning at My Mistress Cafe in Brisbane. The kitchen takes familiar breakfast elements and builds a layered plate where crisp textures meet rich toppings.
The Strip Tease at My Mistress Cafe brings a playful, satisfying balance to Brisbane brunch with crisp southern fried chicken, waffles, smashed avocado, Russian dressing, a fried egg and maple syrup.
What I’d start with: Strip Tease.
Read the full recommendation03 · Brisbane, Queensland
Peach Cafe Auchenflower
Halfway through, the guide turns towards Peach Cafe Auchenflower. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to savoury brunch dishes, halloumi burgers, and fresh poke bowls.
When a favourite local spot prepares to throw open its doors again, it is the memorable savoury dishes that immediately come back to mind. Looking back at my visits to Peach Cafe in Brisbane, my anticipation for its reopening comes straight down to three standout orders that consistently defined my table.
Peach Cafe builds real anticipation for its reopening through memorable savoury favourites like crispy leek croquettes, a satisfying halloumi burger, and a fresh Thai chicken poke bowl.
What I’d start with: Spring Harvest- Crispy leek Croquettes, Halloumi Burger, Yum Yum Thai Chicken Salad Poke Bowl.
Read the full recommendation04 · Brisbane, Queensland
Yori Sunnybank
Then comes Yori Sunnybank. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual lunches, easy group catch-ups, and comforting japanese rice bowls.
There is something about Japanese comfort food that always hits the spot, and stepping into Yori in Sunnybank delivered that exact warmth. Under the soft glow of hanging lanterns, the space feels cozy and casual, setting an easy tone for a lunch catch-up or a relaxed dinner.
With generous portions and rich, comforting flavours, Yori in Sunnybank is a fantastic stop for Japanese rice bowls and creamy udon. The teriyaki chicken don is my top pick, but the entire spread makes sharing with friends easy and satisfying.
What I’d start with: Roast Beef Don, Teriyaki Chicken Don, Miso Katsu Don.
Read the full recommendation05 · Brisbane, Queensland
Superfly Pizza
The final table belongs to Superfly Pizza. It earns its place in this story through a visit especially suited to casual pizza nights with friends, cocktail lovers, and crust-dippers..
Dipping pizza crust straight into a tub of herb ranch sauce might feel like a playful twist, but it completely changes the rhythm of a pizza meal in Woolloongabba. At Superfly Pizza, that dippy ranch sauce ensures not a single crust gets left behind on the wooden board.
Superfly Pizza nails the casual night out in Woolloongabba with airy pizza crusts, thoughtful dip pairings, and a light, balanced tiramisu to finish.
What I’d start with: Burrata with warm bread, Cheesy garlic bread, Crispy arancini balls.
Read the full recommendationNo single precinct owns Brisbane dining. The pleasure is in crossing the city and finding that every suburb has a different answer to the same question: what should we eat next?