Wonderful new gem. Warm and stylish surrounds in a former wine store. Exceptional French fare,…read moregreat wine list and service.

Very disappointing. Refused a Montrachet gift card, still in date. Claimed it was issued by a…read moreprevious owner, despite us entering the gift card code when booking online and having our booking accepted. Wasted an hour driving in and out of the Valley and paying for parking. Signage and website all exactly the same as the previous owners, and no mention that they have changed ownership, or are not honoring giftcards.

My very first Australian review! I have been waiting god knows how many years to write up my Aussie…read morereviews because god knows how many of them I have piling up through the years from visiting my family and friends down under. I am happy to report that my first review will be Montrachet, a place my parents love to go to and brought my son and I when we last visited. When I was at university, Paddington was one of the hot spots where we'd go hang out at. Montrachet is located in Paddington. Like the other reviewer said their opening times are limited and you have to make reservations way in advance. During some times of the year they are closed for weeks on end so it makes it really inconvenient if you're wanting to go dine there. On the night of our visit we arrived to find the dining room bustling - which I was told is typical. Since there were four of us we ordered appetizers and entrees (in Australia, entrees are appetizers while entrees are referred to as 'mains'). We had Morton bay bugs and quail to start, both my mom's favorites. Then we moved onto duck and steak and my son had a lobster ravioli. I remember thinking everything was good but didn't blow me away. I had heard my folks rave on and on about this place so I guess my expectations were high. But then, both my parents mentioned that everything they tasted that evening wasn't up to par with their previous visits -- they visit at least once a month -- and my mom even apologized that it happened on the night I visited because it was such a rare opportunity that I was able to come. The chef/owner came out to say hello to my parents and my dad naturally mentioned that I was a blogger blah blah and since I was taking photos of the meal the chef asked me to please write about Montrachet. Unfortunately I didn't blog about it and am glad that finally I am able to. I didn't go home this summer. Maybe I will next summer. I know my girlfriend celebrated her birthday there a few months ago and had a fantastic time. I guess I need to go back again. 3.5 stars!

We have always been infrequent diners at Libertine. However, whenever we return the food is always…read moreauthentically delicious and is probably why this place has stood "the test of time" over the years while other restaurants have vanished from The Barracks precinct. Case in point, a recent wedding anniversary to celebrate and to return once more, this time for their 7-Course Shared Banquet. For $75pp it included Pork, Mushroom & Ginger Vietnamese Egg Rolls, Lamb Dumplings, Roast BBQ Duck & Spiced Cherry Crepe, Cracklin' Twice-Cooked Free-Range Pork Belly, Chilli Aubergine, Steamed Jasmine Rice, Game Farm Duck Frites and last, but not least, Crème Brûlée du Jour. It was almost too much for two people but we plowed through each course with gusto while taking a pause and breather before the duck frites came out. Pre-dinner cocktails and a bottle of Pinot Gris complimented the dishes and added nicely to the occasion. And our waiter, Kevin, was outstanding with excellent table management and timing. Suffice to say the banquet was a beautiful choice and the dining experience just as pleasant as we've always enjoyed. It's nice to see that some things, perhaps the things, never change.

Libertine has been on my 'to do' list for sometime. It is the snazzy interior that has enticed me…read morein. We were not disappointed. Very friendly service, and a fabulous menu. We dined on the occasion of my son's birthday. Although it is not typically a "family" restaurant, children are still well catered for as some of the street food menu items are quite suitable and appealing for children. My husband and I ordered the "I'm Hungry" banquet, and my gosh, it was amazing! We were so full! My favourites included the San Choy Bao and the Chicken Coleslaw. Very moreish indeed. The kids had the Popcorn Chicken, the spring rolls, and sampled the San Choy Bao. They ate everything and my son said, "sooooo good!". Highly recommended, and I would be more than happy to go again and take some friends!

After 3 weeks on the east coast of Australia, Sydney to Caines, we have had the absolutely best…read morefood! I can not recommend a better restaurant for amazing food with a beautiful view of the river and the best service! It had to be Brisbane's best.

Thankful that I ate a snack first!…read more I'll state upfront that I'm not a fan of formal dining as things like ambiance and atmosphere do not register on my importance meter nor does location or waterfront views. Having said that, La Vue likely would register high in those categories but I'll leave that review to someone else as I usually only comment on food and service. Tonight I had an average experience here. The food was wonderfully prepared and thoughtfully presented but nothing jumped out as remarkable to me. No bold flavors or original dishes. Serving size vs price was what one would expect from a waterfront fine dining restaurant so I won't complain about that. (I know places like this usually have modest servings so I had a snack before going!) Slightly disappointed with the slow service. We were only one of two tables seated on a Wednesday night yet our entrees and deserts were very slow to arrive. Another reason I'm glad I had a snack first! If it was a busy weekend night this would have been understandable but tonight this place was empty. In the end, this place falls in the "take it or leave it" category.

This Paris-themed high tea with its old fashion suitcases and film reels will appeal to all…read moreFrancophiles but it's going to burn a pretty hole in your wallet and probably one in your stomach too. If you're not too queasy thinking about the $45 expense, then unclasp the vintage suitcase and indulge in a selection of macaroons, lemon meringue tarts, choux pastry, scones and ribbon sandwiches to name a few delicious delights. I'm a huge buffet fan so I was a little disappointed that the suitcases weren't refillable but honestly by the time I emptied my case, I couldn't have fitted another bite. Located in Club Sofitel on the 30th floor, bring along a camera to capture the amazing views of Brisbane City. If you feel the urge to dress up to fit in with the opulent surroundings, I would recommend a 'fat dress' - an elegant yet loose baby doll style dress so adept at hiding food babies. Note to self: It's not classy to steal the suitcases though understandable.

Amazing buffet, we arrived at 9pm in a monday night so they weren't bit low on some options but for…read more$70 it is highly recommended.

10/10 for the duck entree oh my god. chicken schnitzel was…read moremid. service was nice whoever was on aux was fire playing rihanna etc nice ambience, lighting made it really intimate and the table set up is really fancy. japanese slipper cocktail really good too

The restaurant has a fun vibe, and I appreciate their schtick: they make steak and fries (with a…read moreside salad). The salad was fine. The fries were fine (though not bottomless as promised on the menu). I also had a mojito that was pretty good. The steak was below average. So grissly that it was very difficult to cut. As far as I could tell, the steak was totally unseasoned (not even salt). The sauce (cognac and peppercorn) was bland. The service was fairly attentive and friendly. If you like bland steak, this may be the place for you!

Belle Epoque Patisserie transports me from the funky Emporium in the Valley, directly back to the…read moresweet streets of Paris. All that's missing are beautiful french women and an ocean of push bikes with baguettes hanging out of the basket. Belle Epoque is a patisserie and a coffee hot spot. My favourite thing to do is swing by early on my way to work and treat myself to a cheeky breakfast of pistachio macaroons and a cafe au lait. The sweet treats are delicious with a selection of cakes, tarts and eclairs delicious enough to make any sweet-toothed passer by swoon. For something a bit special, have a piece of the lemon meringue gâteaux. Belle Epoque also do cakes and sweets to order for special occasions, so keep them in mind if you have a birthday, engagement, or that special day coming up any time soon. If you treating yourself is in order and you're a fan of the deliciousness from the streets of Paris, then make it your business to head to Belle Epoque for some unrivaled French bliss.

I'm surprised to find reviews for this place from 2012 as I haven't noticed it until recently. The…read moreexterior took me back to an European laneway cafe. The selection is appealing with various patisseries goodies. But upon our first taste of our order ( iced caramel latte, hazelnut latte, two gluten free brownies) everything was way too sweet. We couldn't taste the coffee. The brownies left me questioning the ingredients. Sadly while the atmosphere is awesome, our palate is left unsatisfactory, we actually left our drinks half untouched.

Alchemy was the perfect location for a surprise birthday dinner and the meal was exceptional…read more While enjoying a champagne and the stunning views of the river and bridge we were presented with a complimentary cauliflower soup amuse bouche. We chose the special, medium rare wagyu tri tip with duck fat potatoes and mushrooms, which was absolutely delicious paired with a Shiraz. Dessert was the affogato, liquid nitrogen bomb experience, and another surprise, some mini macarons with a lovely Birthday message from the chef. This was our first visit to Alchemy, but it definitely won't be our last.

Took my girlfriend out here as a special going away dinner…read more We both ordered the degustation and were very happy with the overall experience. All dishes were fantastic and the service is exceptional. Highlight was the scampi risotto with sea urchin butter. A definite must have!