What’s more relaxing than winin’ ‘n dinin’ by the waterfront? Whether you’re looking for an elegant dinner or a quick bite and drinks, slip away from the stresses of daily life and unwind with the tide.
RIVERBAR AND KITCHEN | CBD
With a completely fresh fit-out, this riverside classic will start your night with a bang. The relaxed and vibrant atmosphere makes this one the go-to to beat. Their zingy jalapeño arancini with aioli and parmesan are a particularly tasty pairing with their Cocolada signature cocktail. But if you’re looking for a kid-friendly menu that doesn’t elicit any crumpled noses, their crowd-pleasing burgers and pizzas are also just as tasty. Win-win!
MADAME WU | CBD
Despite another ripper of a view, your attention will quickly be devoted to the menu, where the hardest decision lies in choosing between a group banquet or a pick-your-own situation. Share a sprawl of tang sui chicken ribs, braised brisket and coral coast barramundi with fermented chilli to name a few. Or you could wrap your hands around a plate of steamed duck buns and enjoy them all to yourself because they’re just too good to be shared!
TILLERMAN | CBD
All this talk of the water is making us think that perhaps there should be some seafood or something… Tillerman’s waterfront restaurant is the true waterfront experience where you can taste the very salty freshness of the sea in their quality seafood and ingredients. Feast by the water with freshly shucked oysters, citrusy prawn tartelettes and charcoal-grilled octopus with sweet corn while you sip on champagne – if you close your eyes, you might just be in Europe…
RIVERLAND | CBD
For the classic Queenslander pub reimagined, Riverland boasts some of the best views around with three new decks to choose from, live music and two shipping-container street eats for a contemporary take on the relaxed pub vibes. You’ll find classic twists at The Queenslander pop-up with pineapple rum sticky chicken wings, and you can lap the world at The Traveller, which offers a rotating menu of global cuisines. So grab a cocktail from the bar, a bite of your choosing and listen to the tunes, as you overlook the sunset hues over the brown snake.
OTTO | SOUTH BANK
Sourcing the freshest and the finest to serve elegance on a plate – no one does fine Italian dining as sensationally as Otto. Choose from their carefully curated array of Italian wines, and indulge in a champagne lobster spaghettini, or otherwise opt for one of their vegan options like their salad of radicchio with witlof, pear, hazelnuts and balsamic. But no matter what you choose at Otto, it will not disappoint…
GRECA | HOWARD SMITH WHARVES
This Greek gem is abuzz with relaxed and welcoming vibes, making it the perfect place for some much-needed family time or a catch-up with friends over some terrific food and spritzes. Food designed to share, Greca is serving up all the favourites including moussaka – the best mix of eggplant, tomato and cheesy goodness there ever was.
YOKO | HOWARD SMITH WHARVES
Bringing Tokyo’s vibrant energy to Brisbane’s forefront, this trendy pan-Asian staple is popular for a reason. Snack on edamame and a Lychee Nigori as the sun goes down, then move on to a hibachi grill to share once the neon lights are glowin’. You can already imagine the enticing aromas that await you…Wagyu scotch fillet anyone?
So go indulge the senses riverside style, and let time slow for just a second.
