Best Hot Spot Restaurants in West End

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Vela Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(99)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • West End

Booked 57 times today

Discover Vela, Brisbane's newest modern Thai sensation nestled in the heart of West Village. Brought to you by successful serial restaurateurs, Vela promises a vibrant, upmarket and refreshing dining experience, blending traditional flavours with an inventive flair; redefining Thai cuisine in Brisbane.With its spacious 200+ seat venue adorned with funky and modern decor, guests will indulge in flavourful dishes and showstopping cocktails from sun up to sun down. Whether it's an intimate dinner or a grand celebration, Vela welcomes you with open arms. Select from our customisable à la carte menu, banquet menu, or allow our hospitable team to craft unforgettable experiences in our function spaces for your perfect party or group booking.Join us at Vela, where every meal is a celebration of heritage, flavour, and the joy of shared experiences. Make your reservation today and discover why Vela is Brisbane's newest culinary hotspot.

2. Gum Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(54)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • West End

Booked 7 times today

Gum Bistro is a casual, fun and approachable restaurant located in West End. Serving simple, honest dishes cooked to showcase the fantastic produce available to us in Queensland.Gum Bistro is located on land of the Jagera and Turrbal people. We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians, and Elders past, present and future, of the lands on which we work and live, and further acknowledge, thank and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the land in the multitude of Aboriginal countries across Australia from which so many of our products come from.

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3. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

4.5

Awesome(937)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • South Bank

Booked 37 times today

The Terrace at the Emporium Hotel in South Bank, Brisbane, is a hot spot for its exquisite cuisine, top-notch service, and stunning riverside atmosphere. Customers rave about its 'amazing city view', 'delicious cocktails and yummy grazing food', 'fantastic venue with a variety of food and drinks', and 'spectacular view, good food and great service'. It's a go-to place for any celebration and offers a touch of luxury and relaxation, as one reviewer puts it.

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4. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

4.3

Awesome(1558)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD

Booked 41 times today

Black Hide Steak and Seafood by Gambaro at Queens Wharf will enchant and entertain guests by offering world-class Queensland steak as the hero cuisine, and a selection of mouth-watering seafood dishes.Experience and savour exceptional personalised guest service and a divinely rich atmosphere that can only be delivered by blending intricate and cutting-edge design with worldly charm and sophistication.Overlooking the Brisbane River and within an easy stroll of the city’s arts and cultural South Bank precinct, this stunning restaurant will be perfectly positioned on level 4, on the terrace of the new extraordinary Queens WharfSurcharges applies for weekends and Public Holidays, a service fees will apply to all credit card transaction

5. Lyrebird

4.6

Exceptional(2108)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • South Brisbane

Booked 23 times today

With a contemporary, modern Australian menu highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients and complemented by impeccable service, the Lyrebird is the perfect place to start your evening at QPAC. Delve into a special menu highlight showcasing the rich flavours of Italy with a selection of signature pasta dishes, curated by our Michelin-trained head chef, Salvatore Rizzato, from Rome, Italy. This unique collaboration skillfully blends tastes from his homeland with a Queensland inspired twist, expertly prepared by our passionate chefs at Lyrebird under his guidance. For matinee goers, you can enjoy a delicious touch of elegance with a handcrafted Lyrebird High Tea, before your show. $25 per person or $30 per person including a glass of bubbles. Available only for select matinee shows. The quintessential QPAC experience begins at the Lyrebird.

6. Tai Tai

4.5

Awesome(1044)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • South Brisbane

Booked 22 times today

The origins of South Bank’s newest Asian dining experience are steeped rich in history, honouring traditions in Chinese and South East Asian cuisines. Our restaurant is proudly named after the owner’s ancestral great, great grandmother who was, as the title refers to, Tai Tai.Our location in the heart of South Bank makes Tai Tai one of Brisbane’s most popular restaurants to dine at before a film, show at QPAC or conference at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. We welcome and encourage walk-ins, however limited number of tables are available to book in advance.

7. Doughcraft

4.6

Exceptional(97)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 19 times today

At Doughcraft, our vision is to blend the rich traditions of French and Italian culinary arts, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof. We are dedicated to creating exceptional products with passion, tradition, and authenticity.From sunrise, our masterful French bakers craft unique viennoiseries and artisanal bread, ensuring every bite transports our customers to a quaint Parisian bakery. By midday, our freshly baked breads become the heart of delightful sandwiches and paninis, perfect for a busy city lunch.As the sun sets, Doughcraft transforms into an Italian haven. Our skilled Italian chefs take over, infusing the evening with the vibrant flavours of Italy. Whether it’s our hand-made pasta, authentic pizzas, or other Italian specialties, each dish is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence.At Doughcraft, we celebrate the unity of these two renowned culinary traditions, offering Brisbane a unique and unforgettable dining experience from morning till night.

8. Essa Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(726)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 13 times today

ESSA provides a destination to escape the expected.Just like the raw interiors in which we reside, our work is simple but considered.The ethos in the kitchen embraces collaboration with local farmers, hunters and providores, promoting an environmentally conscious approach to the menu. Harvest driven dishes provide the creative parameters for our ever evolving dining experience. ESSA is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm till late and Friday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.

9. Montrachet

4.7

Exceptional(219)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Bowen Hills

Booked 8 times today

Montrachet at Bowen Hills, is located on King Street. Large windows enclose a lavishly furnished space, creatingintimacy for a world of luxury inside; white tablecloths, silver cutlery, rich timbers and a well-stocked bar are all redolent of a charming Parisian brasserie and perceptive waitstaff are attentive in fulfilling culinary desires.Stepping into Montrachet is like stepping into a Parisian bistro. From the burgundy leather banquet that runs the length of the room, to the marble comptoir (bar), Montrachet oozes elegance and charm. Traditional overtones and design are accompanied by Laguiole cutlery, monogrammed crockery and glassware and a well stocked bar. French antiques, metal pastis signs and gilt framed mirrors create an ambience perfectly complimentary to the French cuisine of executive chef and owner Clement Chauvin is famous for.

10. Mr Wabi

4.6

Exceptional(375)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Brisbane CBD

Looking for the best Asian food in Brisbane?Mr. Wabi is a blend of sophisticated Asian fusion street food with eclectic cocktails, tap beer and boutique wine to cater for the urban professionals in the heart of Fortitude Valley.Wabi means to accept the aesthetics and the beauty of imperfection. This connects a deep meaning between street food that’s imperfect in nature and accepting the beauty within as the dishes are upgraded to appeal to a more sophisticated palate.Mr. Wabi is fun and approachable, with a focus on quality produce and service to encourage people to come together for good times.Located in the bustling inner-city nightlife strip of Burnett Lane in Brisbane City, our menu showcases a wide selection of Asian fusion dishes coupled with a fantastic unique selection of cocktails. We aim to be one of the best places to eat in Brisbane.

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Greg
Brisbane •3 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Great food. Slightly different take on classic Thai dishes. Good Atmosphere and service
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Vela RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Thai• West End
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4.6
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Joanne
Brisbane •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food and service is excellent. Efficient delivery of food which is very important as most diners are heading to the theatre. Good atmosphere.
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LyrebirdPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• South Brisbane
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4.6
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Victoria
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Max and Marilyn made our evening with their exceptional service and attention to detail. Given the open plan, being seated near the kitchen was very loud and detracted from the intimate dinner we were looking for - as it was not really busy, might want to leave those tables for walk ins or when really busy. The steak was exceptional.
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Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens WharfPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Brisbane CBD
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4.3
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Spencer
Brisbane •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was a very good experience, staff were lovely and kind in assisting myself and my partner to our table. The food was delicious and presented every well. The atmosphere was a little loud but that’s the environment of the restaurant. Would highly recommend.
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The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank BrisbanePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• South Bank
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4.5
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Yvonne
Sunshine Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
Wonderful meal again at Gum Bistro. Sunday lunch at Gum Bistro means welcoming service and great food and drinks. You can't go wrong picking anything on the food and the drinks menu. Our mains were the Fish, Quail and Vegetable Gratin. All beautifully prepared, cooked and tasted fabulous. An extensive drinks list and an extended wine list means you can be sure that anything you feel like drinking is covered. A very enjoyable lunch!
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Gum BistroPrice: Expensive• Bistro• West End
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4.7

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Vela Restaurant

2. Gum Bistro

3. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

4. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

5. Lyrebird

6. Tai Tai

7. Doughcraft

8. Essa Restaurant

9. Montrachet

10. Mr Wabi

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