Must Try Morningside Restaurants for South Side Snacking

The leafy green and family-friendly suburb of Morningside might not be the first place that comes to mind when you’re thinking of foodie hubs around Brisbane.

But here at Sitchu, we pride ourselves on finding the places that make each suburb a little bit extra special for locals. 

As locals know, you’ve already got bragging rights to your proximity to the city, as well as the buzzing dining scene of Hawthorne and Bulimba.

However, there are a handful of Morningside restaurants and cafes that make this suburb one of the most livable suburbs in Brisbane.

The Hills of Rivermakers 

For the days when you’re catching up with the gang or headed out for a family lunch, The Hills of Rivermakers will be your new favourite place. 

Home to multiple dining destinations; Revel, the Roadhouse & Brewery, the Seafood Market, the Bakery & Cafe, Pizzeria Lab and a Gelato Factory. Enjoy craft beer brewed by Revel, mix gin at Bavay Distillery, or sip on a quality drop from Urban Winery. 

The Hills of Rivermakers is also home to a variety of entertainment and activities for the little ones, with an indoor inflatable playground, petting zoo and more. 

82 Colmslie Road, Morningside

Morningside Thai Restaurant 

Each suburb in Brisbane has an iconic takeaway that locals lovingly refer to as their regular, and for folks on this side of town, it’s Morningside Thai Restaurant. 

For those nights you’re not up to cooking, or want to catch up with pals for dinner, head down to this friendly local and enjoy tasty dishes that are cooked to your liking (read: as truly hot as you desire!). 

The restaurant itself offers indoor and outdoor seating with friendly, welcoming service to make you feel at home. From the menu, enjoy a mix of classic, traditional Thai dishes and contemporary creations listed under the ‘Chef’s Specials sections for something different. 

Morningside Thai Restaurant has such a loyal following, that many patrons continue to drive back to the 'burb for dinner, after they've moved away.

3/6 Thynne Road (Corner of Lawson Street & Wynnum Road), Morningside

The Blue Poppy

For quick, tasty and reliable brekkie eats, head to The Blue Poppy. The team here live by the motto “Fast, Funky, Fresh”, and after just one visit you’ll know it to be true. 

This popular Morningside cafe has your every breakfast craving covered, with their menu spanning sweet and savoury fast-breaking faves like eggs benny, mixed berry pancakes and Mediterranean eggs. 

If you’re stopping in for lunch, try one of the burgers, the popular toasties or a freshly baked sweet treat from the cabinet with a refreshing milkshake or matcha from the drinks list. 

2/32 Asquith Street, Morningside

Flour & Chocolate Patisserie

A long-time stalwart of the Brisbane sweet-treat scene, Flour & Chocolate Patisserie is seriously essential eating in Morningside. With over 30 years of industry experience, this Morningside cafe is a mecca for lovers of handcrafted pastries and artisanal bread. 

But it’s not just the sweet treats that will set off your salivary glands, because the savoury options are just as delicious. Tuck into a BLT, sausage roll or a quiche to appease your appetite, as you sip a Fonzie Abbott coffee to re-energise. 

4/621 Wynnum Road, Morningside

Now that you’re up to speed on the best restaurants in Morningside, check out the city’s latest openings in our edit of the best new restaurants in Brisbane. Chasing sundowners? Read through our guide to Brisbane’s best happy hours here.