Gorgeous little cafe in Hamilton. We had a late breakfast here and really enjoyed it…read more The sweet corn fritters come with some kind of spicy salsa, smashed avo and crispy haloumi (or you can get bacon instead). Really tasty. Also tried some scrambled eggs and bacon on sourdough. As far as scrambled eggs go they were delicious. I asked for the bacon to come crispy and it did. Coffee is also decent. Service could be a little more attentive and friendly.

This place was recommended by a local. I arrived from Melbourne and was traveling through Brisbane…read moreand I was hungry. First thing I noticed was how original the breakfast menu was. Flavors of North Africa and Mexico from what I could see. I ordered the beetroot and carrot fritters and they were absolutely delicious. The juices and coffee was also great. My party of four all ordered something different and were very satisfied. I would definitely come back again.

Classy type of restaurant that serve great food! Amazing ambience and nice staff. Thank you for the…read morewonderful experience.

Great atmosphere, staff are incredible. Came here for the first time on NYE, being new to Brisbane…read morefrom Melbourne it was really enjoyable and the staff are very friendly, offering great service. The food is really good, we got a share cheese platter and samosas and they were so nice. Also the sangria is really good too! We will definitely be returning!

5 Stars !!!..Delicious Persian food. I have tried their food many times.....and they are excellent…read more I often go back to eat their food. Their khoobideh ( mince lamb kebab ) is first class, their Chenjeh (lamb barbecue and rice ) is awesome., their Mirza Ghasemi ( egg plant )...is smooth, flavourful and delicious too. I have also tried their Zereshk polow ba morgh ( barberry rice with chicken ) and Fesenjun...( chicken with pomegranate juice....all very expertly cooked.

We are so glad we stopped to try this restaurant. Owner is beautiful and her meals are traditional…read moreand very, very luscious. Try the Fesenjoon...chicken with pomegranate molasses and walnuts, I'm still drooling

The best thing about brunch is that it's leisurely. You can sleep in, be dangerously hungover, be…read morelatex-clad after a massive ride or would just rather have someone else serve you a tasty fry-up. No matter what state you're in when you finally reach your destination to break your fast, it will always be on an empty stomach. So here enters my gripe. Like a bear, I become increasingly grizzly when time stretches between meals. So when the time to receive a menu after being seated feels like the amount of time it takes for three other tables to be seated, watered and menued; roaring more aptly replaces the feeling of grizzly. I don't think I've heard the words "just one second, guys" repeated so frequently in one sitting. Once we received our menus, chosen what we wanted, we promptly shut them to indicate we were more than ready to devour pretty much the entire menu. A good ten minutes, and three, "just one second, guys'" later, we ordered. By this stage, I could barely hold a conversation over the ferocious grumblings of my stomach, yet alone concentrate on sipping on what was the most watery tasting orange juice. The snail-paced, unfriendly, abrupt and just plain rude service was unfortunately not compensated by a delicious meal. Simple raisin toast was unbuttered, causing the diner to butter their own luke-warm toast. No salty-buttery, cinnamon-raisin explosion of a tastebud party here. The slightly over-cooked poached eggs looked like they had been poured straight out of the pan, as they slid around the plate in a pool of water. The bacon...well it just looked like ham; not at all crispy. Not once did the wait staff check on us, nor the other diners around us, and two more "just one second, guys'" later, we had our plates cleared and bill on the table. With a grand total of five one seconds', this was one very prickly grizzly bear.

Trattoria Italiana is a diner's delight - an enticing combination of French & Italian. If you…read moreenjoy good food, amazing coffee and excellent service then get yourself there! Located on Racecourse Road in Hamilton, on race days alfresco diners can enjoy the parade of frocked up fillies sporting extravagant fascinators that dawn the sidewalks. The food here is divine. Delicious fresh pasta dishes, succulent seafood stews, delectable pizzas and a great selection of entrees and desserts that will make your mouth-water. If you are a coffee lover like me, then you simply must order their affogato which is fit for a Queen. For only $6.00 you get a big scoop of creamy vanilla ice-cream served in a martini glass. This is topped with a crisp wafer biscuit and accompanied by a shot of hot, aromatic coffee which is served in a petite silver jug - very elegant. After eating out in Ascot I always take a walk along the Brisbane River, it makes me feel much better after overindulging and is quite a pretty walk with great views of Newstead House and gardens and Brisbane CBD.

If you're looking for a special Thai restaurant in Brisbane look no further than Betong! This place…read morewas phenomenal!!! If you want Sunnybank level Asian food without the attitude, this is the place for you. Since the restaurant is quite new in Portside it wasn't very full, however I do expect this place to become more popular as time goes by. The first thing I noticed about the restaurant was the wonderful decor, it was stylish and modern with slight oriental influences. The food was fantastic, no other way to put it. It was like Thai food in Bangkok but less spicy (though you can ask them to spice up the food for a more authentic experience). I had also ordered a lemon lime and bitters (which they made from scratch) it was awesome! The gold star for me though was the super attentive service, water was consistently refilled in everyone's glasses and we were asked how everything was. It was a wonderful night and I can proudly say that this place is my favourite Thai place in the city! P.S the chilli basil fried rice is a must!

Totally recommend this place. Fantastic. Thai beef salad to die for. Was not full at 830pm which…read morewas surprising. Should be packed. I'll be back for sure

horrible. horrible. horrible. everything was horrible from the food to the waiters to the chef was…read more0/10 highly dissapointed wont go again

The food and service were beyond excellent! I am definitely going back. The bar upstairs had a…read moregreat selection as well. The atmosphere definitely suits a formal or semi-formal occasion.

Vibrant funky restaurant with great staff and service. We…read morehad sharing dishes with vibe leaves, barramundi and fried spinach and burgher balls. Great flavours. Very enjoyable

Been here several times during my stay in Brisbane and have decided my original 4 should be…read moreupgraded to 5. It is true that the food has not always excited us, but is great as river side venue where it's good people watching and enjoying the sunset. The tunes are pretty decent also. However, Byblos truly stands out as cocktail bar with many unique creations on offer. The bar tenders are fun and produce consistently excellent drinks. To ensure maximum enjoyment of said cocktails, it's best to go for Sunday afternoon happy hour from 3-7. Cocktails $10; beer/wine $5.

The Hammy, as the locals know it, is just down the road from Doomben Race Course. It's a great…read moreplace do meet up with some mates for a few drink specials before heading up to the ponies. However, if you're not into the races, it's a pub that's casual enough for a weekend afternoon session of drinking with your friends. After a few largers you should then head out the back for a decent steak and chips. You wont be disappointed. Through out the Hammy, there is a consistent décor that runs through that gives the place a "please refrain from going too hard" feel. Perhaps it's the rather large games section with its grey crowd of punters on the pokies, or the middle aged families dining in the restaurant. One thing is for certain, it doesn't really invite the younger generations. It does try mind you. In the Hammy there's a pretty decent sized live venue with a PA system that would be envied by some clubs in the valley. Over the past few months the Hammy has played host to USA Hip Hop and RnB acts Naughty by Nature and EVE. It's a good start, but these efforts have proven fruitless. It's up to the Hammy really, either loosen your rather stiff image, or just keep with the pokies.

Hamilton Hotel is not a bad place for a meal, I have had a decent meal here from time to time. A…read morefew weekends back I went into Portside for dinner with a girl friend then we wandered down to the Hamilton hotel for a couple of drinks (I know what you are thinking and yes, I soon realised that this was a bit further than I thought on foot). It was however a nice night. We had an enjoyable few drinks before heading home. It was busy but not too over crowded and there was a broad range of ages and people. I have also been here once for a coffee on afternoon which was enjoyable too.

Unbelievably good in every way. My partner and I are locals and have endured some pretty average…read more(and that's being generous) dining experiences at Portside. Dinner for two last night; the service was very friendly; we were offered a choice of table and were able to find a quiet romantic corner which was perfect. The waiter was very helpful, friendly and efficient. Oysters were recommended for entrée and they were truly sublime; very, fresh; put me in mind of the oysters I bought when I was last in coffin bay. Juicy, creamy and simply to die for. My partner had the antipasto plate which was full of wonderful treats. Main was the 1KG on the bone fillet steak which we shared; our minds were completely blown; so tender, sweet and tasty. It was served with a variety of sauces and mustards and a collection of veges which all worked together perfectly. We were both lost for words really. The ambience of the place is great; background music/noise not too disturbing and the staff dedicated to make you feel welcome. We are really looking forward to returning and trying some more delicious morsels on the menu.

We had an amazing experience at Belvedere Bar N Grill!…read more We were wandering around Portside wharf one afternoon looking for a meal before our movie session. We looked at the menu at Belvedere Bar N Grill and settled on getting a table. Plenty of gluten free options and plenty of meat for the husband, everything looked the goods! The staff were very polite when they showed us to our table. Unfortunately the views of the river were blocked by some equipment from the cruise ships, but the restaurant is still a beautiful, bright and airy space. I ordered the Berkshire pork belly and the crispy calamari (both entrees) to be served when my husband's steak was served. The wait staff were really great about my being gluten free and told me they would advise the chef and make sure everything was looked after. We enjoyed excellent service with prompt drink orders and the wait wasn't too long for the meals. The atmosphere was lovely despite an extremely noisy table walking in part way through our meals. A man we can only presume was the owner asked us how everything was toward the end of our meals and we both raved. The dishes were fresh and well presented with amazing flavours. Definitely a cut above your normal grill restaurant. Now we have discovered this hidden gem we will definitely be back!

Walking through the front door of Vageli's café and bar is just like stepping into the…read moreMediterranean. Wrought iron sculptures decorate the walls and grape vines hang from the ceiling. The restaurant is open and bright with soft colours, the atmosphere is pleasant. Full table service is provided by the friendly staff and you are able to dine indoors or alfresco. My favourite dish is the Cheese Saganaki, a delicate slice of grilled haloumi cheese which is served with fresh tzatziki dip, warm pita bread and a fresh garden salad. I love the squeak of the haloumi cheese and the added tang from a drizzle of lemon juice. The prices are very reasonable and you can pay cash or card. If you are heading to Vageli's for breakfast on the weekend it is best to book ahead - they are famous for the breakfast menu and have won the 'Best Breakfast Restaurant in Brisbane Award' four years running!

Ok I'm going to be honest here; I'm a bit of a breakfast snob. I like my eggs poached and I like to…read morebe surprised with a unique ingredient (even if it's something simple like marinated mushrooms, slow-cooked tomatoes, home-made baked beans; whatever). Finding a saucer of tomato sauce on my plate is a not-so-nice surprise and instantly rings alarm bells; if it needs sauce then the ingredients mustn't carry enough flavour within themselves. Also, I'm not so much of a fan of a full breakfast which looks and tastes like something anyone can make at home. Sadly, this is what I found at Vagelis. We ordered two "Mini Breakfasts" ($7.95 each) which came with a slice of thick buttered white toast, one grilled tomato, two rashers of bacon, a fried egg, chipolata sausage pierced onto the egg with a toothpick and a single piece of lettuce as garnish. Oh and the tomato sauce, of course. Not having a choice of how I wanted my egg done irked me somewhat, but it was still nice and runny, so I was content. Don't get me wrong - it was a tasty meal, and a cheap one at that, it just didn't 'wow' me.