Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Stafford

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A photo of The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane restaurant

1. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • South Bank

Booked 29 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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2. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

4.4

Awesome(1515)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD

Booked 37 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 Wharf

3. Essa Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(712)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 11 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, Saturday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.

4. The Green

4.6

Exceptional(392)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Fortitude Valley

Booked 13 times today

Modern Middle Eastern Mediterranean Restaurant with exceptional selection of salads and charcoal grilled selection of meats. We offer dine in option as well as take home meals. The Green specializes in A'la Carte restaurant up to 60 seats, take home meal as well as Private Parties, Corporate and Press Events, Weddings and other celebrations for groups from 5 to 150. We feature beautiful private event spaces perfect for any occasion, as well as the option to book the entire restaurant. Menus range from passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails to our diverse shared menus for seated dinner.

5. Lyrebird

4.6

Exceptional(2088)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • South Brisbane

Booked 8 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. Vela Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(74)

Price: Moderate

• Thai • West End

Booked 45 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.

7. Doughcraft

4.6

Exceptional(62)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 24 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. Tai Tai

4.5

Awesome(1031)

Price: Expensive

• Chinese • South Brisbane

Booked 12 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.

9. Mr. Vain

4.6

Exceptional(315)

Price: Very Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Fortitude Valley

Booked 6 times today

Mr. Vain is a hotspot for its unique blend of New York's Chinatown aesthetic and Brisbane's vibrant atmosphere. With rave reviews on its gastronomic experience, great ambience and excellent service, it's a must-visit destination for foodies. From the 'gorgeous menu' and 'interesting drinks & wine list' to the 'exquisite dishes', the restaurant has got it all. Plus, it's not just about the food, but the experience as a whole, from the 'engaging staff' to the 'live jazz music' that adds to the 'fun and elegant' atmosphere.

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10. Persone Italian Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1111)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 9 times today

Persone Italian Restaurant is a hot spot because of its fantastic food and service. With reviews like 'food and drinks were fantastic' and 'food was superb', it's clear that customers are delighted. The ambiance is also praised, with one reviewer describing it as 'amazing' and another noting the 'nice view'. The restaurant's focus on simple, seasonal menus is also highly commended.

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Mandeep
Brisbane •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We have visited before, and the experience has been consistently excellent! The food, ambience and staff is amazing! We had a guest visiting from the UK and took them out to Vela and they were thoroughly impressed with the food and experience too. The only thing I would recommend is to space the meals out as they come out so quickly after starters and your meal ends up finishing with the hour when you have 1.5 hours. This time we requested for the mains to wait for at least 15-20 minutes after starters which Vela kindly accommodated, and we had a wonderful evening, and it didn’t feel rushed! We will be back and continue to recommend Vela to our friends and family. Thank you.
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Vela RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Thai• West End
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4.6
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Christopher
Brisbane •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The service was excellent and the venue is great. We enjoyed our wine and the food was as expected of this tier of venue. Well done team.
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Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens WharfPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Brisbane CBD
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4.4
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Nicky
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Delicious food and catered for the number at the table to share meals as a group. Great ambience, view, drinks and service.
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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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Edwina
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Always an amazing delicious experience. I love this place!
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Essa RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Fortitude Valley
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4.7
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Melinda
Gold Coast •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Fantastic food, great atmosphere, exemplary service! The shwarma spiced lamb shoulder is spectacular & the slow roasted beets, fatoush salad & crispy potatoes went perfectly- but the housebaked bread, hummus & saganaki were divine as the starter & worthy of 5 stars🎖️🎖️🎖️🎖️🎖️Highly recommend for a group/family gathering👌
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The GreenPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Fortitude Valley
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4.6

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

2. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

3. Essa Restaurant

4. The Green

5. Lyrebird

6. Vela Restaurant

7. Doughcraft

8. Tai Tai

9. Mr. Vain

10. Persone Italian Restaurant

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