My son and I went for lunch we were sat out in the balcony the views are just stunning it was warm…read moreday but there were fans so was comfortable. initially the waitress Lisa was attentive and friendly.We ordered drinks which came promptly. We got our entree after half an hour of drinks. We waited hour and an half after our entree for main course but no sign, waitress had disappeared, when I Found her asked her for ice for our sparking water which had gone warm by this time!! She said she will get it and did not see her another 15 mins. So I went to the bar and got ice. When I spotted her she said Main course was coming yet no site of it!!! Finally I was exhausted of waiting and asked if the manager if we could take the Main course and desert home, which she complied. As it was set menu we expected that all was packed and did not check. When we came home 2 dishes were missing!! We had spent over $400 for our meal for poor and inattentive service. Lot of costumers had left around us, not having their meals and very disappointed with service.

Since there is usually only one restaurant at the Summit of any given mountain, you often expect to…read morepay a high fee to wine & dine with a view over the city. However, considering the popularity of this spot and its location over Brisbane, I was quite surprised to see that a three course meal for two could be had for less than $100. They offer a lunch and dinner special if you get there before noon or between 5-5:30pm with a shared menu of their featured offerings. While that drew us in, we ended up choosing the entree sample platter for two instead ($46) and sourdough bread starter ($6) with some cold hard cider ($7/ea) bringing our bill to less than $70 with a beautiful view in a breezy and intimate setting. I've included photos of our meal so you can have a look. The staff was very friendly and accommodating- keeping our water full at all times and kindly replacing the fabric napkin after I was clumsy. One important tip- do your best to get a reservation before you visit. We were lucky to find one table open upon our arrival on a Saturday evening- but you may not be!

Amazing place for breakfast and lunches. The food is delicious and well presented. Thank you!read more

Gauge is by far my most favourite restaurant in Brisbane! Especially since they have now also…read moreopened for dinner. The menu is wonderfully eclectic, and even if similar dishes are featured, the new twists are always exciting. The black garlic bread is the standout dish everyone should try. Another favourite of mine was the parsnip with chocolate & blood sauce on the previous menu, and recently I tried the Angus sirloin, which is simply divine! Tender, full of the most amazing flavour and cooked to perfection. Gauge doesn't take reservations, so it can be difficult for a larger group to get seats, but the staff is more than happy to work through accommodation issues as people arrive.

A group of coworkers and I found this spot along the river during a visit to Brisbane. Staff was…read morefriendly and the outdoor seating was nice. We enjoyed the appetizers, particularly the oysters. I orders the beer battered fish and chips and thought it tasted great.

Its actually a group of 4 restaurants. All a bit better than the average one find in the city…read more Perfect location and the fish restaurant is very good. Difficult to find. Its almost under the bridge

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!

Wow. Wow. And even more wow!…read more How delicious is this place? Super delicious! The crust is the best I've ever had. The filling was superb and not fake tasting. The meat was render and delicious. The guy at the counter was friendly. I could have eaten everything in sight if they would have let me. If you want a delicious high quality pie, this is it!

Great find in my move to the area. It's walk ins only and neither times have I had to wait. There…read moreis inside and outside seating with the inside feeling fresh and bright. Yes I've been there twice now. Two weekends in a row around 8am. Both with friends and all trying something different from the menu. Everyone had only positive things to say, except maybe the portions were large and they shouldn't have eaten it all. If you're going for breakfast they are not going to have your typical breakfast foods. But who doesn't love a lunch style menu for breakfast. Regardless, you'll have trouble deciding what to have. It's an eclectic menu and if you prefer something on the lighter side there is a bakery onsite as well. I was told the chef likes to play around when I asked about a particular biscuit/cookie. Think red velvet biscuit with marshmallow inside. The staff are very friendly and helpful giving recommendations with regard to what might satisfy your craving when you've narrowed your decision down to two. For my part there were a lot of meals with eggs which I'm very fussy about so typically just don't choose it (makes sense ). But there were a couple I just really want to try next time and was told some accommodation could be made. Having said that the ingredients in each meal are so well thought out I would really not want to change things up. Unless it was to maybe ask for the egg on the side. Will I be back. Yes definitely, even if just for a coffee and pastry. I will try to not be so excited to eat and even take some photos.

This little place came highly recommended, with descriptions that made me salivate. So, off we went…read morewith high expectations. We didn't booked, because it was a rainy Saturday, surely, most people are still in their cosy warm beds. We put our name on the wait-list when we arrived. It wasn't too long before we were shown to a table. Tick! We promptly placed our orders and sat back to chat, enjoying the buzz in the space. Interiors was clean, simple and homely. We liked that. Front of house was staffed by a young team. Most of the staff was friendly enough, but looked to be under the pump and it showed on their faces. However, a couple of the girls looked disinterested and lacked a smile, which is very important in a customer service-oriented industry. My girlfriend ordered a coffee and it arrived in a timely manner. We thought, this is a good sign, perhaps the food would soon follow, as they seemed to be an efficient team. Two tables arrived, we peeked and saw that they ordered similar dishes to ours. We got excited, thinking we would be next. Nope! 40 minutes passed with one waiter reassuring us that our food is only, but minutes away. We accepted their response and continued to wait patiently. Our food finally arrived after we enquired about it again. With a rushed apology, she set down our food and vanished. We enjoyed the food, it was very well presented and was super tasty. When we finished, our plates was immediately cleared away and we were asked if we wanted more coffees. All this happened while we were in deep conversation. After refusing further coffees, we were handed the bill without asking for it. This is a very rude thing to do, as the establishment is implying that we need to move on. As a person with a massive hospitality background, this is a big no-no in the industry. It is rude and leaves a sour taste in the customer's mouth despite the beautiful food. I cannot recommend this space, as they need to life their game with it comes to customer service. Food wise, not much to fault from my one meal. I later found out that my girlfriend frequent this place often and every time her servings have been bigger for the same dish.

Recently visited Hotel Monier for dinner with my wife and our 3 year old and we will certainly be…read moremaking it a regular occurrence. The staff were super friendly and the food was amazing. The oysters were to die for, wish we ordered more! My wife had the Vegetarian Singapore Noodles and I treated myself to the big 400g rump and we were blown away with how quick the meals arrived at our table without substituting on quality. Very well done Hotel Monier!

I ate here recently for lunch the Chicken Pad Thia and honestly could not fault it! The service was…read moreamazing too, staff very friendly and helpful. Beers were well priced Schooners of Carlton Super Dry $7. I will definitely be returning, what a great first time experience, thank you Hotel Monier.

Very nice atmosphere with quiet music so you can talk. Staff quick to serve and drinks are very…read morewell made.

Stopping by Fish Lane's newest bar, Maker, the sibling venue of Gauge, is one sexy intimate…read moreexperience.We almost don't want to share this bar with the rest of Brisbane, as it's small confines (max 25-30 people), & personable bar tenders, make it feel as if it's a secret that should be guarded.The ambience is relaxed & chilled, with a soundtrack to match, much like the conversations. It's such a beautiful space, from the 7.5m brass bar, custom glazed porcelain lights, back lit shelves, & a charcuterie cabinet at the end of the bar (which will form the basis for a very simple menu in the coming weeks). Maker's menu has a strong focus on Australian wines, beer, and spirits; with the sophisticated cocktail menu an adventurous interplay of flavours,like nothing you'll find anywhere else in Brisbane.Prepared with flair, artistry, & unique techniques, having a cocktail at Maker is a feast for the senses. Try the "Whisky Wax Coffee", a combination of Whisky, coffee, beeswax, pollen, macadmia ($22), and watch how it's prepared. Served in artisan glassware with sphere ice-cubes, & some of the famous black garlic bread from Gauge.We also tried the Starward (Australian) whisky as well as another cocktail not on the menu.It's one of the main benefits of being in such a small bar, that one can have meaningful conversations with the bartender, request a cocktail based on your particular flavours, adding to the overall bespoke experience. Maker has arrived, and it is a game changer.

Supper nice. U must have to try kangaroo tartare here. I will back to here when I in Brisbane city…read morenext time!

Came here in a Friday afternoon after hearing about $5 draft beer (4 pines, stone & wood and…read moreAshai) on tap. Monday to Friday. Amazing! Best.deal.ever! As we were going out for dinner so only had a snack. Let me say- the Edamame was AMAZING! Prob the best I've ever had and i love Asian food! Salty the whole way through, perfectly cooked and perfect temp. We will be back for more another day. Ps. Had live music playing which was great. Nice background ambiance which is what it needs to be. Perfect!

Great coffee and friendly staff. I popped in here while I was waiting for some printing next door…read more Decided to stay for an early lunch!