Alli Forde

If you’re looking for next-level dumplings, noodles with actual stretch or Peking duck so crisp it could shatter on impact, well, congratulations – you’ve come to the right city. Thanks to a vibrant Asian-Australian community and a collective obsession with wok-fried everything, Brisbane punches well above its weight when it comes to Chinese cuisine. And while Sydney and Melbourne may hog the culinary spotlight, Brisbane quietly plays its hand, offering up dishes that rival anything found south of the border.  From Cantonese institutions still spinning lazy Susans to new-gen spots that wouldn’t look out of place in Shanghai, the choices here are plentiful and, frankly, overwhelming. To make life easier, our local writers (and chopstick pros) have put together the ultimate list of the best Chinese restaurants in Brisbane right now. Gather your people, order with abandon and prepare for a food coma of your own making. 🥘 The best Indian restaurants in Brisbane🥩 The best steaks in Brisbane🍣 The best Japanese restaurants 

Look, it really isn’t a secret that we Aussies love a good pub. Whether you like bonding over schnitties at Trivia Tuesday or downing pints with a hearty Sunday roast, pub culture has something for everyone, every day of the week. Our expert local writers have eaten and sipped their way across the city and the outback to bring you this list of Australia's greatest pubs. These legendary venues see it all: post-work bevvies, celebration dinners, darts competitions and even Hollywood movie crews. If it's ace food you're after, you'll want to visit one of the most charming pubs in regional NSW for grub crafted by a celebrated Sydney chef. Craving a cold pint of Guinness? A tiny beer garden in Hobart might be calling your name. Prefer your pint with a side of live music? Well, there are plenty of places to tick that box. Find your nearest one with our ultimate guide to the best pubs in Australia right now. 🍹 Australia's best rooftop bars🥧 The best pies in Australia worth travelling for🍷 Where to find Australia's best wineries

Brisbane’s pub scene mirrors the city itself: laid-back, endlessly charming and full of surprises. These aren’t just spots for a quick pint – they’re destinations where craft brews, inventive menus and good vibes collide. If you're after riverside brews, sun-soaked beer gardens or a Sunday roast that feels like a warm hug from your nan, the city delivers. So, cancel your 7am Pilates, call it “fieldwork” and dive into our guide to Brisbane’s best pubs. Monday? Never heard of her.  🍹 The best rooftop bars in Brisbane🌮 All the best places to eat in Brisbane🍺 Australia's best pubs in every capital city

A good burger is easily one of life’s greatest pleasures. Australia is teeming with top-notch options, most of which fall comfortably into that hits-the-spot territory. A burger’s simplicity – take a pillowy bun, place a juicy patty inside it, maybe add cheese or salad, drizzle over a sauce or two, then apply to face – makes it hard to stuff up. The flip side, however, is that it also makes finding the ultimate burger a bit of a challenge. Time Out’s hungry team of local Aussie writers have bravely put their jaws and stomachs on the line (in the name of Exceedingly Difficult Research, you understand) to compile this list of venues that are elevating time-honoured burger basics, one delicious mouthful at a time. Now it’s up to you to crown the true buns of glory.  🥧 Australia's best pies🌭 15 mouthwatering sausage rolls in Australia🍕 The best pizzas in Australia

Nothing cures your ails quite like a big, juicy burger. Lucky for us, Brisbane’s burger scene is absolutely stacked (pun fully intended). Whether you’re after a greasy hangover hero, an artisanal take on Americana, or the classic beef-cheese-bun trifecta, Brisbane’s got the goods.  We’ve taken one for the team, sampling every last burger in sight, so you can focus on the real question: where to eat first? Here’s our rundown of Brisbane’s best burgers, including tried and true crowd favourites, plus a few hidden gems ready for their close-up. So, loosen that belt, grab a napkin (or five), and dig in. 🍕 Brisbane's best pizza slices🥩 The best steaks in Brisbane🥘 Where to find the best Indian food in Brisbane