The guide’s ranking · Brisbane

Best Modern Australian (Fine Dining)
in Brisbane

Brisbane's fine dining scene is characterized by a style often described as subtropical chic. The food is sophisticated and technically brilliant but served in relaxed, light-filled spaces. Chefs highlight native Australian ingredients alongside the best produce from the nearby Scenic Rim. The focus is on clean flavors, seasonal changes, and artful presentation. It represents the pinnacle of the city's culinary evolution and ambition.

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Brisbane's fine dining scene is characterized by a style often described as subtropical chic. The food is sophisticated and technically brilliant but served in relaxed, light-filled spaces. Chefs highlight native Australian ingredients alongside the best produce from the nearby Scenic Rim. The focus is on clean flavors, seasonal changes, and artful presentation. It represents the pinnacle of the city's culinary evolution and ambition.

Ranked Modern Australian (Fine Dining) stops in Brisbane

Agnes

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Queue: Located in a converted brick warehouse.

Go: Evening; if you can get a reservation.

Price: $$$

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ESSA

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Queue: Located in the Valley.

Go: Evening; for a moody, sophisticated dinner.

Price: $$$

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Gerard’s Bistro

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Queue: Tucked in a laneway off James St.

Go: 8:00 PM; for Middle Eastern-inspired Modern Australian.

Price: $$$

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Exhibition

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Queue: Located in the CBD.

Go: Evening; for an intimate dining experience.

Price: $$$

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Supernormal Brisbane

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Queue: Located in the CBD.

Go: Evening; for modern Asian flavors.

Price: $$$

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Gum Bistro

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Queue: Located in West End.

Go: Evening; for a relaxed neighborhood vibe.

Price: $$$

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Hôntô

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Queue: Hidden in a Valley backstreet.

Go: Evening; for a moody, hidden Japanese experience.

Price: $$$

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Bacchus

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Queue: Located in the Rydges Hotel.

Go: Evening; for refined fine dining.

Price: $$$

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Customs House

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Queue: Stunning heritage building.

Go: Afternoon; for heritage dining.

Price: $$$

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Rothwell’s Bar & Grill

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Queue: Located in a historic building.

Go: Late lunch; for a timeless vibe.

Price: $$$

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Joy Restaurant

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Queue: Located in the Valley.

Go: Evening; if you can secure one of the 10 seats.

Price: $$$

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Montrachet

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Queue: Located in Paddington.

Go: Evening; for classic French dining.

Price: $$$

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Fortitude Valley

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James St Precinct

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CBD

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West End

West End

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South Bank Parklands

South Bank Parklands

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Paddington

Paddington

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