The serving of the pasta is big, quality of food is great, freshness of the ingredients are genuine but a big NO-NO for the long wait on the line. read more

Vapiano - The serving is big, the quality of food is great, freshness of the ingredients is genuine but the queue is no-no - Italian Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Bar staff extremely helpful and great service, enjoyed the cocktails and the ambiance of the upstairs area although when it came to the food it's a little bit hit and miss I would recommend the zoodles it's an amazing alternative to pasta and you can have any sauce to accompany them. However we got the pizza and it was not as good as I expected for the price I paid, the base was undercooked and toppings were falling off as the cheese wasn't melted would recommend for drinks before heading off to dinner read more

It is a struggle to find a good italian restaurant in Brisbane at a reasonable price, but Vapiano's is as good as it gets. Order whatever you want! Never feel like the picky eater asking for this dish without this but with this - that is all of their dishes! And I don't know how they do it, but even if you try to replicate this at home, it will never taste as good. Pizza or pasta or salad - I seriously struggle to walk past this place when I am in town. The only thing that can stop me is the line-up, because everybody else thinks it is just as good! It isn't somewhere to go for a cheap lunch, but it is somewhere to go for a cheap dinner - if that makes sense ... I love this place and will keep going back. Ignore a bad review. You have to come and give it a go. If you don't like your meal, maybe try something different. LOVE LOVE LOVE! read more

I went here once and although it was cool, it didn't thrill me. We we got there we got the card and the hostess told us about how it works: basically go line up, order what you want and they swipe it and that becomes your tab. When you leave, line up at the register and pay there. Basically there's no waiters or service. They gave us a menu which had tons of options but for pasta, the prices seemed quite high for what they were offering, most without any sort of meat. So we hopped in the pasta line which wasn't too long for a weekday night, but it did take about twenty minutes just to get to the front then we both ordered our pastas. We awkwardly stood there waiting for our pasta because you can't leave or you won't get your food. I personally would rather sit down and have my food brought to me, but I can see how this appeals to some people. Took about ten minutes for our pasta to finish and we headed upstairs and found a table to sit at. The ambience throughout the restaurant is really cool: tons of plants everywhere incorporated into the decorations. Apparently you can eat the plants on the table but I didn't know that. It is slightly too dimly lit for me, but the greenhouse and light fixtures were cool. As for food, I ordered the carbonara which was good and definitely a good size. It can with some bland bread, but it soaked up the extra sauce when I was finished. It said it came with prosciutto or bacon but it definitely didn't feel like there was any in the pasta. The sauce was alright, not the best not the worst. My friend couldn't finish his pasta but he said he enjoyed it. I could see this as a place that people go to once and then turn away, which is what I did. The ambience is cool and the idea is cool, but won't function in the long term in my mind. Food was decent, but not the best pasta I've ever had. I would come back if someone really wanted to, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

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Im embarrassed that I ever decided I would eat at a "restaurant" where you stand and order your food in different locations depending on what you want. Then stand around waiting for it to be made, Badly! Went with a friend and order pizza in 1 spot, salad in another and pasta at yet another. Got salad after 5 min, pizza after 10 and left after 25 min and no pasta. All very quickly made muck, only have myself to blame! read more

So wish we had one of these in the states! They have different stations ie... pasta, pizza, and salad. They prepare your selection in front of you! My favorite is the Carbonara! It's really good! My daughter loves their bolognese. The pizza however, I wasn't a huge fan of the gluten free crust. It was a little gummy! read more

Favourite Italian place to go to. I think the best factor is its unique concept, with the cards allocated to each customer and watching your food being made before your eyes- also nice to chat to the chefs as they cook Food quality and selection is great, atmosphere is great and staff is helpful. Just make sure you either book or get there before peak dinner hours- it fills up fast! read more

The food is undeniably good but I think the prices are a bit high, especially since there's no table service (you order at the counter, then they give you a pager and they buzz you to come and collect your food when it's ready). I had ravioli bolognese, and the rest of my group had pizzas. The portions are big and we took some home, but with no drinks it was still over $20 per person. The venue is great, though. If you go upstairs you can sit on the open-air balcony. read more

A great option for a Friday dinner. Especially because of the happy hour priced drinks. Vapianos is one of my regular places to drink and dine. Tip 1: happy hours between 4-6 mon-fri Tip 2: gamberi spinachi is the best pasta in the whole of Queensland. read more

Was probably nice in its day. Now, ripped stools, a misleading wine list (nothing advertised was available and the alternatives were average and higher price). A confusing Pizza Hut that needs to sit down with its psychologist and work out what it really wants to be in life . A frustrating deal where you need to order from multiple stations read more

Had a pizza. Was very tasty. Maybe a little pricey for the amount of topping. But still tasted good. It's a loud place to eat, but the atmosphere was good. My friends got the pasta and really liked it as well. read more

Vapiano - An empty plate after a tasty pizza. - Italian Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

My favourite place in Brisbane for some good old Italian. Yes the method of ordering is a bit unorthodox but that just adds to the places charm. Would definitely go again. BUT. THEIR. SERVICE. IS. TERRIBLE. That is the only reason I give them a 3. As I sit here, there are 2 people chatting their heads off. And there are maybe three people in queue not including myself. read more

If you're after some tasty Italian in the mall, Vapiano's is your go to. Sure the method of ordering is a little bit strange and sometimes you feel like eating all of the people cueing in front of you so you're that one step closer to getting your delicious pasta but I think it all adds to the experience. Also, sometimes the chef is cute, and you get to stand there and make small talk while he makes your pasta... Cute chef + pasta = winning? I think so! My picks: Basil Pesto Pasta or Carbonara read more

I quite like the decor and style of this restaurant, but that's about it. The swipe card payment style is clever - while on one hand it prevents you needing to use cash, it also means you are less aware of what you're spending, so generally you'll end up spending more, which is pretty sneaky. The food is incredibly mediocre. The wait times are long, and when they're busy even the wait time to line up is pretty long. read more

I personally love this place for pasta. I regularly go here for lunch with my usual being the carbonara with chicken, spinach and chilli. While it can get extremely busy, if you go at 11:30 or 1:30 the queue is normally fairly short. I have not tried their pizza yet but plan to eventually. Overall I will email returning again and yes the waiting can be a downer, but to be honest it's well worth it. read more

Great concept of a pasta bar & chef's theatre but you have to stand behind people ordering food for their tables. 45 minutes after joining a queue I have Finally arrived at the front and now have to wait for my food to be cooked. Think my friend waiting at the table thinks I have done a runner! So all in all neat concept but could not be executed any worse! Avoid at all costs unless you like to work up an appetite whilst queuing and can survive starvation for about 50 minutes whilst you wait in line! read more

I was a bit skeptical at first, as I am with any new restaurant, but I decided to trust my friend. I did not regret it at all. It turned out to be one of the best restaurants I have been to. I knew it was going to be amazing as soon as I saw the bowl of Jelly Babies on the entrance desk, and it did not dissapoint. Great food, excellent service and a good use of technology that should be implemented in more restaurants. It was really busy but I still got my food quick! Would reccomend for anyone looking for good pizza or pasta, and also anyone looking for a good drink to start off their weekend on a Friday night. And don't be fooled by it's initial appearance, it's a lot bigger than you think! Now, I could keep ranting, but you should enjoy it for yourself! read more

I have been twice and I guess there is nothing wrong with the food, in fact the pizza and pasta that I've had was quite nice. However, the way to get food makes no sense: To get pizza, you order it at the counter, they give you a buzzer and you can go to your table to wait for it. To get pasta, you need to wait in line. Wait, that can't be right? The last time I went, it wasn't overly busy, but I had I wanted pasta and my friend wanted pizza. So we each went to the respective counters, she ordered a pizza and went back to the table. I, on the other hand, waited in line for almost 30 minutes to order and get my pasta. In that time, my friend had to sit by herself at the table and even got her pizza before my pasta was finished. To me, you go to dinner with one other person, you assume you're going to sit at the table together and gossip until the buzzer goes off or your meals are delivered to the able. As far as I'm concerned, if your pizza is done by buzzer, everything else on the menu should be done the same way. Sorry Vapiano, I won't step foot back into your restaurant. Shame, because the food was nice. read more

There was a period in my life when I discovered Vapiano, and all I wanted to eat from there on in was Vapiano. I'm a fan of the garlic pizza ($9.90) and the caprese ($16.90) to share among friends. If you're looking to pig out on your own though there's a huge selection of pastas at varying prices. And for those after GF options, indulge in some gnocchi and a whole range of GF sauces. I'd also recommend stopping by here for a drink. There's a nice bar area upstairs and on ground level with cushy booths and stools where you can laze and drink comfortably. The cocktails here are incredible, and the atmosphere (when it's quiet) makes for a nice, chilled change from the bars located smack bang in the city (I'm looking at you, Jimmy's). What I also love is the quasi-green house upstairs that houses pots of basil that, when fully grown, are featured on each table for diners to pluck at as a garnish. My only criticism would be the that the card system is a little flawed. I've had a few experiences where kitchen staff have come wandering up to our table upstairs asking if we ordered a pizza. When we've answered negatively, they've looked at us crestfallen and left the entire pizza for us, free-of-charge, because the cards have told them something different. Not that I'm complaining about this... but it seems like an awful lot of trouble for them! The final perk at Vapiano is the bowl of gummi bears at the counter that you can spoon into your hand as a snack for the road. read more

This place sucked. It is a BS noodles and company. In fact, it is more expensive and not as good. We went an hour and half before close and they had no chicken or ravioli. Wish I had went to another place. Food was mediocre at best. read more

Nice place. Good food and prices. There are many spaces where you can sit and enjoy your meal.

Lots of my friends and work colleagues love coming here, I'm not such a frequent visitor but have enjoyed every meal I've ordered and eaten here. Pizza, antipasto and pasta dishes on the menu have enough range to get something a little different each time I go. Meal size is large, always have a little leftover at the end even which is saying something for me! A good early evening spot before going out in the city for the a gig. read more

Absolute filth ... This place had gone to the dogs in terms of hygiene , the staff here are not service oriented , and need to clean there tables ..there is fungus growing in there condiments holders ... Disgusting , I will let the photo speak for its self read more

Vapiano - Absolute dirty filth ... This place has gone to the dogs In Terms of hygiene , I give this place a zero - Italian Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

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The trick is to pay the hooded guys out the front of the restaurant to stand in line for you and wait for your meal to be cooked. $5 per order, give them your card. This way you can actually sit with your party. The guy we paid was called Damien. Say hi from from me if you get him read more

I am in Brisbane for couple of weeks and this cute place got my attention. The first time I ate there, it was awesome - I had ordered PESTO ROSSO. Impressed I went again the next day and ordered RATATOUILLE. It is supposed to have fresh eggplant and the chef did not bother to either add eggplant or inform me that they are not gonna add - I don't know if they were out or whatever. I would have expected them to at least inform me. I came back quite disappointed. I again went there today and as I had liked PESTO ROSSO, decided to order the same. The chef this time was busy small talking around and did not even bother to ask me about chillies, garlic or stuff like that. And I ended up disliking the same pasta that I had loved last week.' My suggestion is to avoid Vapiano if you can, as they do not deserve the premium they charge. read more

Horrible service, waited 15 mins for a rocket and walnut salad on a Sunday morning when there are less than 10 people in the restaurant and the salad looks like someone eat half of it before it got to me. Never again. If I could give 0 star I would but yelp doesn't let me, so there you go, 1 star. read more

Waited 45 minutes to order pasta. Ended up giving up and ordering pizza. Had to stand in a queue the whole time. Don't go here if you're in a hurry! read more

Walked in an was greeted by a friendly bloke who said I could get a takeaway coffee. Then proceeded to hand me a card and said had to purchase with that. Asked him to explain what it was for and he wasn't able to, just pointed me to the bar. Bought two takeaway cappuccinos, one skinny and one regular. Was asked three times by the barista to confirm what kind of coffees I wanted. She said might be a bit of a wait as she had another order. Then proceeded to chat with another person at the bar. After 5 minutes finally started to make the coffees. I then watched the barista make two cappuccinos in regular cups, then poured them into takeaway cups. Coffee was lukewarm and clearly burnt. Possibly the worst coffee I have ever had. 1/10 would not takeaway coffee again. read more

It's ok. Sort of feels like a family restaurant that's trying to be upmarket. At least they have gummy bears as you leave to sweeten the deal. read more

The experience was amazing and the gnocchi was tasty and they even offered gluten free option for the gnocchi as I am Gluten intolerant and watching the food being made was a experience for me and I would come here again read more

Enjoyed the experience of watching my meal (pasta) being cooked in front of me while I waited. The tables had a nice touch with fresh herbs arranged around them so you can add extra to your meal if required. The waiting time was quiet long but I guess that can be expected on a Friday night (this is my reason for 4 stars). And come on Australia let's make the international travellers feel welcome by offering complementary WIFI. read more

I think this place is great, only ever had their pizza, because the queue for the pasta is HUGE!! So it must be good. They have a full bar, a unique ordering and paying system and plenty of room. High turnover means a great place to people watch. Definitely recommend if you're in Brisbane CBD. read more

This place has a great aesthetic but the food is subpar. Very overrated. My risotto was undercooked and my family's carbonara and spaghetti e spinach was flavorless. read more

Food was yummy, interesting way of ordering. Would go back for a quick bite, not the sort of place for a relaxing meal out.

This is a fun place to eat, nice atmosphere and the swipe cards for the accounts make it so easy to order and pay especially as we wanted to pay individually. I love how the place is decorated and that you can see your food being made. Some good beers and wines available also, not too expensive either which is good when you are chasing a casual meal. read more

I've died and gone to pasta heaven! It was my first time here, and thankfully, they ask as you enter. It's a different system - you're handed a gift card and proceed to the station of what you want. (Pasta, pizza, salad, etc..) There are menus at each station. All the chefs are behind a glass partition and the draw is that once you order, they cook it right there in front of you! Impressive cook time and love that they blend and cook the fresh ingredients as you watch! I took their suggestion after I ordered my pasta and they ask what type of noodle you'd prefer. I left it up to the chef and I was very happy I did! It was a perfect pairing!! Two slices of French bread accompany your pasta dish and fresh parmesan as well. The bf ordered a pasta and then left to go to the calzone station to order one of those as well. Everything was insanely delicious and cooked to absolute perfection! I wish I could live next door because I seriously would eat this every day if I could!! If you want water, they provide you with glasses and point you towards the bar where there is a water fountain for you to fill your glass. Sat at a tall table with stools and I hit my knee on the leg of the table as they are a little tight. All in all, I'm there for the food so I'll be back soon!!! read more

Patience is a virtue. Can be a long wait. Good pasta at a reasonable price. Mista salad is really good. One day the large portion was right on. Two days later, the large portion was more like a regular size portion. "Come on guys, it's lettuce". read more

Awesome Italian, had the gnocchi and was very impressed! I intend to go back very soon!

Absolutely ridiculous. The crowded atmosphere can't really be helped, but the whole set up makes it near impossible to have a conversation on a busier night as there is such a loud volume of noise. The way that the business handles customer service is dysfunctional and irrational. We waited for FOURTY FIVE MINUTES, just standing in the queue to order food. Not even preparation of food. Just ordering. This would be more understandable if the ordering system wasn't so ridiculous?! Different queues to order from different parts of the menu, and customers being forced to move back to the end of the correct lines if they accidentally stand in the wrong line ? All that waiting, just to be told to move to another line ??? It makes no sense and is incredibly frustrating, over half of the entire time spent at vapiano was spent waiting in a line, not enjoying friends company. After a 45 minute wait and 10ish minute wait for food preparation, one would hope that the food would be worth the wait, but no. The food was mediocre at best, creating even more overall disappointment around the table. I DO NOT recommend eating at this place if you're looking for any kind of above average food, a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere, and most importantly, quick food delivery time. On a singular positive note, all staff encounters were very pleasant and welcoming. read more