Despite its reputation, there are plenty of delicious spots across the foodie spectrum to dine out on a Monday in Brisbane – we’ve put together this handy list guaranteed to take care of all your Monday bookings from here on out.
Breakfast
HEY MR | NEW FARM
Flipping out over the same old brekky selection during the week? Then it’s time you got your head around Hey Mr in New Farm. Featuring a rotating selection of superb seasonal produce and hard-to-find ingredients, this fresh approach to the breakfast scene is adding much needed variety back into your Monday routine.
KURTOSH | WEST VILLAGE
When you find yourself hankering for a pastry (or basically anything yummy), let Kurtosh be your first port of call. The cylindrical-shaped kürtőskalács, also known as chimney cake, is a traditional dish native to Hungary – caramelised, crunchy and flaky on the outside, all while being soft on the inside (and often filled with nutella).
PICNIC CAFE | WEST VILLAGE
Our go-to for a nourishing breakfast, brunch or lunch, Picnic Cafe is the brekky queen of West Village. Offering a mouth-watering menu full of classics with a twist, it’s the perfect place to kick off a day in the precinct. We recommend giving the smoked salmon bagel or ever-popular korokke benedict a try. You won’t be sorry.
Lune Croissanterie | Brisbane CBD & South Brisbane
Make Monday your cheat day and treat yourself to a range of sweet and savoury croissants. Lunehas elevated croissants to new heights, experimenting with unique flavour combinations to craft the mouth-watering menu we all adore. For the sweet tooths, their kouign is a must try for that sugary, buttery, salty, caramelised goodness. If you’re in the mood for something savoury, the ham & swiss gruyere croissant is a hit. Don’t forget to check out their monthly specials for the latest and greatest creations.
Lunch
Greca | Howard Smith Wharves, Fortitude Valley
A contemporary Greek taverna along the spectacular waterfront, powered by Mediterranean hospitality and a sharing menu inspired by the cultural joy of eating together, Greca is a dining mecca in every sense of the word! Share all your favourite dips and traditional mezedes, and fill your tum with larger plates including moussaka, chicken souvlaki and their famous oven baked lamb shoulder.
Joey’s | Kangaroo Point
Nestled atop the Kangaroo Point cliff’s, Joey’s beachy alfresco setting and stunning views of the city make it a top spot for long-lunching and brunching. With their menu offering the likes of wood-fired pizza, fresh seafood and an irresistible antipasti menu, Joey’s is the perfect place to indulge in a bug roll and sip on some bubbles in the breeze.
Ichiban Sushi | West Village
Need lunch on the run? Ichiban Sushi’s built-in sushi train carries everything from gyoza and nigiri to chicken teriyaki rolls. If you’re feelin’ a little fancy, the à la carte menu features Ichiban’s signature rolls as well as dishes like okonomiyaki, chicken karaage, bento boxes and so much more – all made from the highest quality ingredients.
Cheeky Poke | West Village
Cheeky Poke is always a winner, especially their nori tacos – who doesn’t love a taco and sushi fusion? Whether you opt for a signature poke bowl or to make your own, a few share plates or some poke tacos to go, you know you’re in healthy hands.
Dinner
Honto | Fortitude Valley
A dark and moody atmosphere to mimic Mondays emotions, but a whole plethora of mouthwatering meals sure to make you smile. With lots of small plates designed for sharing as well as bigger meals, get the gang together and start your week right with eggplant chilli ramen, pork katsu sando and a rotating daily sashimi selection.
Chu the Phat | Fish Lane, South Brisbane
Sibling to famed CBD spot Madame Wu, Chu the Phat brings punchy modern Asian flavours south of the river. Whether it’s a gourmet takeaway or a vibrant dine-in experience that you’re chasing, Chu The Phat will add the perfect amount of spice to your evening. Our menu picks: steamed duck buns and the roasted pork belly with sesame hoisin.
ITALIAN STREET KITCHEN | WEST VILLAGE
Take a seat at Italian Street Kitchen and you’ll be transported to the lively eateries of Italy, where you can watch the magic happen in the kitchen as you sip and savour. The chef’s Roman heritage shines through the authentic, traditional menu alongside Roman-style pizza, made with 48hr-fermented dough and topped with tasty ingredients.
SOUTHSIDE | FISH LANE, SOUTH BRISBANE
An urban oasis nestled within the greenery of Fish Lane, Southside restaurant is well known for serving up punchy south-east Asian flavours. Whether you’re craving a tangy BBQ pork steamed bun, truffle prawn toast, spicy duck ragu noodles just to name a few, Southside has got you covered. For a flavour kick to shake up your start of the week, look no further.
Il Verde | King St, Bowen Hills
Indulge in a modern Italian dining experience at Il Verde, where creativity meets tradition. Perfect for a family dinner or lunch out with your work mates, this spot offers a menu with inventive twists on classic dishes. Don’t miss their must-try seafood spaghetti, and for pizza lovers, their formaggi wood-fired pizza is a cheesy delight that’s sure to impress.
Ciao Papi | Howard Smith Wharves
If you haven’t tried one of Ciao Papi’s mouth-watering pizza’s or their house-made focaccia, where have you been? This Italian share-style kitchen is a Howard Smith Wharves gem and offers a waterfront dining experience where the aroma’s are almost better than the food. Their pork sausage ragu pasta is a must-try and who could pass up a slice of tiramisu for dessert?
ANITA GELATO | WEST VILLAGE
While this is a post-dinner treat, your Monday night out wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Anita’s Gelato. With over 150 flavours of frozen yoghurt, sorbets and organic sugar-free, fat-free, soy-based and real-cream based ice creams, you’ll want to have more than one scoop. Each flavour is 100 percent handmade and can be accompanied by an assortment of delicious toppings.
