Ave Cucina & Cafe in leafy Eva St, Coorparoo is a quaint little cafe that has been around for a…read morewhile now; one that we've always wanted to try, serving food with an Italian & Middle Eastern influence. As soon as we walked in, the smell of heavenly coffee filled the room, & we noticed the beautiful interior of the cafe, which was very inviting & we immediately felt at home due to it's relaxed setting. We ordered: 1) Open chicken panino, grilled chicken, crispy bacon, haloumi, tomato, avocado, rocket, house aioli, shaved provoloni cheese ($17). 2) Lebanese breakfast potatoes, & messy eggs, labne, cucumber, olive salads, pickels, zaatar bread ($17) + extra mushrooms ($4). Both dishes were so delicious, we could've had another serving! Coffee is by DiBella using the Modena blend. A blend that is smooth, & not bitter. Overall, the service was excellent, food & coffee was great, so we would definitely come back, & try some of the other delicious dishes on offer. It's really nice to experience little gems like this in the 'burbs. It's child & family friendly being next to a child care centre, & a very comfortable atmosphere. Bless, All day menus! ( Ave Cucina's is 7:30 - 2pm).

Yes, yes, YES! Ave, you outdid yourself on my recent visit for breakfast with some friends. I…read morecannot rave more about our experience...but I'm going to anyway! Atmosphere- relaxed, local and friendly. Coffee- smooth, rich and perfect. Food- delicious, reasonable, hugely portioned and clearly made with love. One of the most wonderful things was that we sat down at 9am and didn't leave until 12pm. Not once were we pestered or asked if we wanted the bill. We were left to eat, catch up on conversation, drink caffeine and be merry. It's so rare that you find a great brekky place that doesn't get people in, feed them, then get them to leave. Ave is worth the trip to the eastern burbs. I will most definitely be back again....and again.

Give me a Milano meal any day. It's so great when you find a place you love by accident, and Milano…read morewas just too easy being located where it is: smack bam in the centre of the mall near George Street. That seems like a pretty shrewd location choice for me; no extra marketing needed there, you just walk out of the Myer Centre and browse around a few more shops and see Milano whereupon you say to yourself, "yes, I am hungry, maybe I'll see what's on the menu at this place". It's safe to say Milano will suck you in because it has a range of menu choices for every taste. Considering I'm a fussy eater, I think it's safe to say Milano has got menu choices down pat. Asking for one of their hot breakfasts with crispy bacon never disappoints, and I have to say their chicken sandwiches are so fresh and succulent and melt in your mouth. And their chips...wow. Shoestring fried goodness cooked to perfection! Milano is a safe choice in winter or in summer to get away from cold winds or stifling summer heat, and it provides a safe haven when I'm in the city and starving.

I went here and one of the employees punched me and spat on my food. I didn't really like him. I…read morewas here with my autistic friend zayde so the employee also made fun of him and threw gum in his hair, so he had to go bald. 1 star

I think I have a new favourite Italian restaurant in Grappino. Located on Given Terrace in…read morePaddington right next to Montrachet, the décor is flawless, the staff are friendly, and the food is outstanding. Our entrée of bruschetta was some of the best I've tasted and it was a dead heat as to who received the best main course. My gnocchi was rich and creamy without being overbearing or heavy and went nicely with the caprese salad I ordered as a side. I tasted my companions' dishes (penne puttanesca and prosciutto-wrapped pork) and both were incredibly flavoursome. We ordered a tiramisu and panna cotta from the dessert menu and thoroughly enjoyed both along with espresso shots. The restaurant is simply but beautifully decorated and Italian film and television posters adorn the walls. The ladies bathroom was very clean and spacious and perfumes were available for those needing a top-up. Overall, the experience was fantastic with the only room for improvement being the lighting, which was a little bright. I'll be making the trip to Paddington quite regularly.

Grappino is located next to one of Brisbane's icon restaurants (Montrachet) and often gets…read moreoverlooked when considering a great place to have a meal. It's a traditional Italian trattoria and is a wonderful little space inside the restaurant, with part of the space dominated by a very large collection of Italian (and other countries) wines, which can match any of the meals you opt for. The menu is very pasta based, which is great for an Italian restaurant, but there are other options just in case you feel like something different. When the restaurant is full, it has an amazing vibe but it can become a little difficult to hear your dining companions, so if you love a robust conversation and a good meal Italian style, then Grappino is the spot

This place hasn't been around all that long but it has already become quite the hotspot for…read morebreakfast, lunch, coffee or business meets. They have also recently become licensed and host a great,casual Friday afternoon seen with live Jazz and a great wine menu. When this place first opened I swear the breakfast menu was much better value compared to what I have had recently, it may have been a newly opened promotion scenario but I'm not quite sure...Don't get me wrong what they offer is great and I will most likely be coming back, but I can no longer call it the best value breakfast in the city as the prices are verging on the edge of expensive. Alimentari is also Deli which offers a great selection of cheese, cold meats and an array of other delicacies you expect from a gourmet shop like this one. The service for the past 5 or 6 times I have been here (all during peak periods) has been seamless, and although there isn't table service and you must order at the counter, soon after you sit down you will have your beverage and not too long after that your meal. The 'Alimentari' breakfast seems a popular choice but for almost $20 I would appreciate more than just excess servings of bacon, I think I would prefer to see another egg added to the mix or some more vegetables. The coffee is great and the service is fast, give it a whirl, you won't be disappointed.

I stumbled across Alimentari by chance recently when in need of a morning coffee and some sort of…read moreday starting pastry. Initially I thought it was just a deli, but was delighted to see a menu and a coffee machine! I ordered a ham and cheese croissant and a coffee and sat down on one of the limited tables (it must be busy on weekday mornings with all the suits getting a fix before work). There wasn't a long wait before my breakfast was on my table, but in the mean time I got to have a wee browse of the deli and grocery section of Alimentari. It boasted lots of great Italian cheeses, cured meats, pastas, olives, sauces and oils. It's a place I would happily trade as my pantry! I tucked into my coffee which was great. I sensed a hint of hazlenut, but I hadn't ordered any syrups in my coffee. Perhaps they'd mixed my order up with someone else's but I wasn't too upset about it- the coffee was still rich and frothy. My ham and cheese croissant was also fantastic. They pastry was beautiful and flaky, clearly fresh out of the oven that morning. When I'm in the city next and in need of some breakfast, I'll definitely give the Alimentari menu and more extensive browse. It's a fantastic little spot and the service was good. The only thing I would change is that if they had one extra staff member in the mornings, they could easily make it table service which I think would add a touch more class to the place. Overall though I thought it was lovely and a nice change to the quick stop coffee and muffin places strewn throughout the city.

When you eat somewhere three times in a seven-day period, you know you're on to something good…read more I was first drawn to Arriva when looking for a birthday dinner venue that was BYO. I love Italian food and was craving it, but every member of the small (but fabulous) party of four was feeling the penny pinch so we decided to try and find somewhere BYO. My gawd. I was so impressed. From the service to the atmosphere to the food, it was exactly what I wanted. I had a pizza, J had a gorgonzola gnocchi, and L and C shared a meat ravioli, plus we had a garlic bread and salad for the table. There are barely words to describe the happy place I got to. The pizza was the stand out for me, followed closely by the gnocchi (although I'm not much of a fan of blue cheese so it may have been a little lacking in that space for stanky cheese lovers). J, the ultimate eater then went in for dessert and he was very impressed with his apple crumble. My second visit was the following Friday with a girlfriend who was over from Sydney. We shared a pizza and a salad and, again, everything was perfect. We walked in at about 6.30 and took the last free table so I would always recommend booking. The following night (yes, I am creature of habit and a huge, huge pizza fan), I went back with my friend from Sydney and another girlfriend when we were unable to get into a nearby restaurant. I tried to order something other than pizza and failed but we all loved everything we had. S had pasta and A had bruschetta and we had an Italian salad to share. We were all feeling tired and a good meal in a buzzing restaurant was exactly what we needed to give us the energy to head out for the evening. Arriva is the perfect neighbourhood restaurant. Well trained staff, a family feel, a variety of groups, couples and families dining and reasonable pricing. It's definitely one to visit.

I really, really enjoyed my meal at Arriva Italian at New Farm. I went on a Friday night so it's no…read moresurprise that the place was absolutely buzzing with activity. Apparently it's a real hit with locals, and I can totally see why. The food is superb; at least, my four cheeses pizza was. I'm talking about a wicked combination of mozzarella, parmesan, gorgonzola, and asiago; all of which are difficult and equally amazing to say. The place was a hive of activity and it really added to the atmosphere. I think if a restaurant in particular is packed with happy and satisfied looking people, they're probably doing something right. Oh, but that's without mentioning all the framed awards that litter their walls, so maybe that also helps? If you're a fan of anything Italian, then Arriva is probably going to be a good stop for you. Pizza, pasta, gnocchi, risotto, they've got it all figured out. I went here for a work dinner and we pre-ordered and received our meals with no drama. Arriva is an ideal group setting if you want a lively atmosphere and a quality feed. Girls take note; there is also a very sweet young waiter with a genuine Italian accent that he lavishes over the table when he brings your meals. Be advised there may be swooning or immature giggling.

Delicious array of exquisite treats…read more French pastry. Breads. Croissant almond or plain

Le Bon Choix do not sell Gluten Free food sadly. Chermside store definitely does not.read more

AWESOME!!!!! Came here for Brunch and WoW It was good - grey day but chose to sit out back - nice…read moregas burners keeping it warm. Service was super friendly and easy. Ordered Coffee and it arrived quick - it's good. Ordered Brunch and had a bit of wait but place was filling - really nice atmosphere with all ages - had a cheery tot across from us. Food was excellent it tasted better than it looked and it looked good. Gluten free & vegan options. Really really nice place. Deck onto backyard gave a really nice feel.

What a great spot for brunch and a spacious area for kids. Service here was top notch!…read more The dishes were presented beautifully and tasted just as good. I had their signature dish, The Willow. Truffle scrambled eggs atop toast with a pickled topping and generous cut of pork belly. The slightly spiced mayo was the right addition. The only thing I would change would be slicing the bread thinner as it was tough to cut. Others in my party enjoyed their meals. Three giant tacos, a beetroot salad and a mushroom mixed plate. Creative dishes change monthly and they also host a once a month dinner. Interesting concept.

Nice pizza & pasta location in Brisbane City.i really like the gnocci but the pizza is good for a…read morechange. Friendly staff, really like the setup of the restaurant.

The food is great. They make their own pasta on site. But everything else seems sub-standard…read more 1. Surcharges. No prominent signs about surcharges as required under ACL [Australian Consumer Law]. This is illegal! If they surcharge you, contact your bank and have it reversed, because they have broken the law. 2. Staff are inattentive. They seem to nonchalantly ask "Can I help you?" then scamper off. They don't bring water, offer menus, Wi-Fi password, help you with the App, etc. 3. They have split bill, because you pay when ordering, rather than at the end. Which I quite like. It also means you can leave as soon as you finish, rather than trying to find one of the evasive staff that seem to scamper away from you. 4. Food and drink are on the expensive side, but you are getting quality. Pity the staff service is not of the same quality.