Olé! Brisbane’s favourite Spanish restaurants
08 Feb 2023
08 Feb 2023
It’s been a long day in Brisbane City. You’re tired, famished and just can’t face cooking.
Desperate for some fine food and a glass of the good stuff, you decide to treat yourself and eat out instead. Now comes the hard part: Filtering through the endless Brisbane restaurants on TripAdvisor and choosing somewhere good to go! Know the struggle? Well, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Read on to discover five of the very best restaurants in Brisbane’s CBD.
Fancy gorging yourself on some French-Vietnamese food on a stunning fairy-lit terrace? Look no further than Libertine Restaurant and Bar. Positioned perfectly in the age-old Barracks building and boasting giant chandeliers and vaulted ceilings, this place oozes cool.
The food’s top-notch too. Get ready for banquet-style feasts that offer up to 10 courses or share finger-licking French-Vietnamese street food with friends. Oh, and if you’re ready to make a night of it, you can wash everything down with one (or 5?) of Libertine’s amazing cocktails.
For beautiful views and even better pizza, head on down to River Quay and the award-winning Italian restaurant, OTTO. It might not be the cheapest dinner in the world, but it’s certainly one of the tastiest. And, with a prime location overlooking Brisbane River, you won’t find a better backdrop.
With Head Chef Will Cowper at the helm, the menu blends European flavours with the very best Aussie produce. In true Italian style, the dishes are simple yet pristine, leveraging the freshest of ingredients and time-honoured recipes to provide patrons with a taste of “la dolce vita”.
Located on Adelaide Street and named after the world’s first petrol-powered vehicle, Motorwagen’s one of the sleekest and most modern restaurants in Brisbane CBD. European in name and nature, you’ll love the eye-catching industrial aesthetic alongside the friendly, smart casual setting.
As for the fare, Head Chef Callum Rogers’ takes seasonal, local ingredients and transforms them into a delectable dining experience you won’t forget in a hurry. From divine Brekky Burgers to classy main courses of quail, asparagus and tamarillo salsa, get ready for first-class food in a comfortable setting.
Another of the best restaurants in Brisbane CBD with awesome views of the river, don’t miss the inimitable Madame Wu’s. The deck venue is classy and warm with modern vibes. Yet the real allure is their Asian-fusion fare, which offers the highest-quality Queensland produce with all the delights of Asian cuisine.
Ready your taste buds for delicious meals (like the braised Robbins Island wagyu brisket, daikon and salted lemon, or the pan-fried scallop dumplings) and prepare your eyes for gorgeous views of Story Bridge. Whatever takes you to Madame Wu’s, you won’t be disappointed.
How does a steaming hot dish of fresh seafood paella sound? What about a slow-cooked Argentinian style lamb shoulder? Or chargrilled calamari finished with chimichurri?
If your mouth’s watering at the thought, head over to Eagle Street Pier and the much-loved Latin Australian restaurant called Rico. Whether you want to share with friends or dine for two by yourself, Rico caters for everyone. There’s also a cocktail bar (where you can drink your fill of sangria) and more enviable views of the river.
There you have it: 5 of the very best restaurants in Brisbane CBD to satisfy your hunger pangs, slake your thirst, and satiate even the largest appetites. Keep them in mind when you’re next searching for somewhere to dine out. Whichever you choose to visit, you’re guaranteed to walk away happy.
