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It’s An Epicurean Celebration at These Fine Dining Restaurants in Brisbane
Celebrate with some of the best and most memorable eats in town at these fine dining restaurants in Brisbane.
Sometimes, the occasion calls for something a little more special — graduations, birthdays, anniversaries or a long-lost friend visiting town. For those moments, you’ll want to find yourself a table at one of these fine dining restaurants in Brisbane.
Exhibition
Exhibition is an intimate space built underneath the Metro Arts Theatre of Brisbane that seats just 24 patrons at a time.
Taking inspiration from the Japanese omakase style (chef’s choice) and continuing the building’s legacy with live theatrical displays, visual arts and performance, you can simply sit back and await the delicious morsels of premium seafood, meats and mouthwatering paired accompaniments.
Head chef and owner Tim Scott takes pride in challenging himself to continually deliver unique, sustainable and locally sourced plates, inspired by a variety of cuisines and prepared via various methods of traditional and modern cooking.
109 Edward Street, Brisbane
Restaurant Dan Arnold
Dan Arnold, whose experience spans six years as sous-chef of French Michelin-starred Restaurant Serge Vieira, heads up the kitchen here.
Opening its doors in 2018, RDA dishes up tasting menus using ingredients from small producers and local farms, to craft thorough and elegant food in a relaxed and informal setting.
959 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Agnes
With their modern interior and wood-fired flavours, Agnes is one of the most revered fine dining restaurants in Brisbane.
Often booked out well in advance, this restaurant is the brainchild of Brisbane foodie royalty; Tyron Simon (of Honto and sAme sAme), Bianca Marchi, Frank Li and Ben Williamson (ex-Gerard’s).
Built around the concept of cooking on an open fire, the flavours infused into each dish at Agnes take your taste buds on a journey into smoky new dimensions.
22 Agnes Street, Fortitude Valley
Mr Vain
This contemporary European restaurant serves up dishes akin to works of art in an industrial chic venue. With subtle nods to high fashion and 90s art, music and culture woven through the cocktail menu, music and video projection, you feel at once nostalgic and modern as you dine.
Head chef Tim Young and his team expertly craft elevated dishes from premium seasonal ingredients, as quality is the centre of every element of the Mr Vain experience.
610 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Rogue Bistro
Rogue Bistro is easily the most inclusive fine dining restaurant in Brisbane. Their rotating degustations consist of five courses and are packed with local and seasonal goodies. They’ve got a separate degustation for vegans, vegetarians, gluten-free folk, pescatarians, dairy-free, seafood-free and onion/garlic-free.
The venue itself is low-lit and moody, with ambient lighting and marble tables setting the scene for a special meal.
14 Austin Street, Newstead
Alchemy Restaurant and Bar
One of the most popular fine dining restaurants in Brisbane also boasts dreamy, waterfront views of the Brisbane River. This contemporary Australian restaurant serves up exquisite cuisine, meticulously crafted by chef Brad Jolly and is perfect for date nights or special occasions.
Alchemy Restaurant and Bar is best enjoyed at twilight, so that you can watch the sunset and the city lights come to life.
175 Eagle Street, Brisbane City
Stilts
Perched above the Brisbane River, overlooking Kangaroo Point Bridge, this fine dining destination is quintessentially Australian. Menus revolved around fresh, seasonal produce, from both the land and the sea.
Start your meal with caviar and oysters fresh from the tank, before exploring delicacies from the grill.
Now that you’ve got your hit list of fine dining restaurants in Brisbane to try, why not explore some of the city’s newest bars? Or if you’re craving a cocktail–these are the best places to try.
