We love Fogata. There's a wonderful range of choices from a fabulous Feijoida (that's big enough…read morefor two) to the Stuffed Pimiento (capsicum) to share plates of empanadas, skewers or loaded patacon. The menu is diverse and everything is really, really good: great flavours, great serving sizes and great cocktails. This is our 'go-to' restaurant for anytime we want to have a great meal. Several times a week there is live music and some nights, there's dancing as well. My kids love it too- so much that my 14 yo asked to have her birthday dinner there. It feels elegant yet alive. Fun yet sophisticated. A bit like South America itself.

From the owner: At Fogata Latin Fusion we celebrate and cherish Latin American culture, cuisine, costumes &…read morelifestyle - We serve a wide range of new world wines with a big emphasis on chilean and argentine wines paired perfectly with our charcoal grilled steaks! Otherwise try our caribbean inspired range of seafood dishes! Our bar pours beautifully made cocktails divided into three distinctive sections: Classics, Pasión Latina and Contemporary. Whether you are after a cheaky beer or and amazing Latin American experience, we have something to please all tastes and we hope you enjoy the experience!

Great Venezuelan food and friendly staff. I have eaten here 3 times and I always try something…read moredifferent. So far everything has been delicious. Venezuelan food is delicious and very different to the Standard Aussie cuisine. This family owned restaurant tucked away behind the HQ building is a hidden hem that everyone should try!

This place is new and I have to say doesn't feel like Brisbane at all. In a nice way. Step inside…read moreVenezuela without the trip to the Americas. The food is tasty the tunes are Latin and I will be back!!!

We went for lunch today and it was really good. Empanadas…read morehit the spot with 3 dipping sauces as a shared starter. Mains were chicken breast super tasty and a chicken salad that hit the spot with the boss. Drinks menu was extensive and had some different choices, should suit someone looking for a change. Looking to go back for the Brazilian dancers on Saturday night or the tapas.

From the owner: All you can eat Brazilian Churrasco BBQ with the spectacular Brazilian Touch Dance Showread more

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Amazing Venezuelan food with many gluten free and vegetarian options. Would recommend the domino…read more(vegetarian) or reina (chicken) arepas. Theu even have yuca chips! Delicious.

This is no fine-dining experience but with hearty meals, reasonable prices and friendly staff I'll…read morebe sure to be going back here. I tried this place out on a public holiday and they obviously wasnt expecting so many people as they were fairly under-staffed. This meant that the service was often slow but it couldn't really be helped - it wasn't like she was just standing around ignoring us! The menu is extensive with local dishes from all over the latin america precincts. Further, they do a great taco deal where you can buy any four of the 19 different taco (including 4 vegetarian options) for only $24! The soft shell tacos are well sized so by the time you have finished the fourth you are perfectly sated. The restaurant is decorated with various Latin American ornaments which adds to the cozy atmosphere with their bright colours and funky patterns. Its a shame that all the tables are covered by a big paper sheet (were we meant to bring our own colouring pens for when our conversation drys up?) and some of the plates were plastic but this may be aimed at families with kids which are messy or something...?? It looked like a family run restaurant and they obviously work well together creating a successful business with many patrons and since I'm definitely going to go back, they've certainly worked their latino voodoo well!

This little hidehole is the perfect example of something good coming out of the suburbs. You really…read morewouldn't know it was there - perhaps even if you *knew* it was. Once inside though you can seem Villa Maria is no shrinking violet. Bright colours, laltino beats and authentic air will accompany the meal. As with Daniel B. I made for the four taco option - it seemed the easiest way to try as much as possible. WARNING it is for the greedy guts and I didn't quite finish *shame*. I will be going back for the mole, to listen to the once a month live music and to try one of the tamarind margaritas - see you there! Just make sure you book!

This is probably the best Mexican on the Gold Coast (though the competition is basically…read moreMontezumas/Aztecs). The chef has actually *been* to Mexico, and the food is great and seems quite authentic. The steak is huge and tasty, the share platters are probably too much for one person, but if you try really hard.... The decor isn't as overtly and insensitively Mexi-themed as other restaurants -- no sombreros or 'señor/señorita' toilet doors, but there's no escaping the fact that you're above a pretty average pub. The music has an occasional Mexican tune thrown in, but is mostly inoffensively middle of the road. This restaurant is a hidden gem, and worth finding.

I've been here twice now and found the food very authentic and delicious. The enchiladas are not…read morepresented how I expected them to be but they were delicious none the less. I love the way you can choose a salsa from 1-10 in heat.

Awesome authentic South American food. Fantastic atmosphere, would definitely recommend!read more

Some hits and some misses, and perhaps a bit pricier than it needs to be…read more Still, this is definitely one of the better tapas places on the Coast, and the menu contains several items that you're just not going to find anywhere else nearby. A welcome addition.

Gertie's Bar and Restaurant is a mainstay on the New Farm bar scene. Positioned between the raucous…read moreFortitude Valley and the well-to-do Teneriffe, Gertie's attracts patrons looking for something a little bit classy away from the nightclub scene. The menu offers a delicious range of tapas priced between $8 and $26. The stools lining the wide windowsills are the perfect spot to peruse the impressive list of wines, beers, spirits, and cocktails, and watch the world go by at sunset. The functions area, which sits a step below the main floor, is a great place to organise a catch-up with friends, work drinks, or a special event, and the lovely staff will display your special message on the chalkboard outside. Whether it's food, drinks, or ambience you are after, Gertie's offers all in spades. Check out the Tuesday specials for a cheap and cheerful weeknight get-together.

Whether you're keen for a Tuesday sesh or a lazy Sunday afternoon cider, Gerties knows how to…read moredeliver the goods. Gerties was always popular on a Tuesday for uni students needing a welcome just-shy-of-mid-week distraction. For me, that was a few years ago but not a lot has changed. I also recently got to experience the classier side of Gerties when I attended a birthday dinner there. I think the very best food they have is hands down their flatbread - known to us plebs as pizza. They use fresh herbs and veggies and the cheese is literally melt-in-your-mouth quality. They also do some of the most tender calamari I've tasted. Divine! For a function like the birthday dinner I attended, you can also order bread, cheese, and meat platters to start - also really delicious. Gerties food is commendable if you ever want more than a drink or four. You can also do a few cheeky ciders without hurting the bank too much. If you're a beer or wine fan, they have pretty impressive lists for both.