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Brisbane Recs
Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) is one of Brisbane Recs.

1. Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA)

9.0
Stanley Pl, South Brisbane, QLD
Art Gallery · 70 tips and reviews
South Bank Parklands is one of Brisbane Recs.

2. South Bank Parklands

9.4
Little Stanley St, South Brisbane, QLD
Park · South Brisbane · 82 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Great place for a stroll up and down the Brisbane river. My favourite place is the lawn at the south east end of the park, and the lovely restaurants behind it.

The Scratch is one of Brisbane Recs.

3. The Scratch

9.0
1 Park Rd, Milton, QLD
Dive Bar · 28 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Get a meter of pizza from Arrivederci Pizza up the road. They will deliver to you at The Scratch while you are enjoying your amazing beer.

Arrivederci Pizza Al Metro is one of Brisbane Recs.

4. Arrivederci Pizza Al Metro

7.0
1 Park Rd., Milton, QLD
Italian Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Order your meter of pizza here, and ask them to deliver it to The Scratch down the road.

5. Bellissimo Coffee

8.9
30 Wandoo St, Fortitude Valley, QLD
Coffee Shop · 38 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Some of the best coffee in Brisbane and has been for decades

6. Cobbler

8.7
7 Browning St, West End, QLD
Cocktail Bar · 12 tips and reviews

Yasmin M.Yasmin Morgan: If you aren't awed by the interior, the wooden ladders or the music, then just wait till one of the bartenders navigates the impossible whisky list to make the perfect recommendation. Yum!

7. New Farm Park

9.3
120 Sydney St, New Farm, QLD
Park · 29 tips and reviews

MariaMaria: Grab a takeaway pizza or focaccia and a warm cuppa from the Powerhouse, sit in the park and enjoy the atmosphere.

John Mills Himself is one of Brisbane Recs.

8. John Mills Himself

9.1
40 Charlotte St, Brisbane, QLD
Coffee Shop · Brisbane City · 43 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: The next project from the guys who run The Bunker in Milton. Hidden down the alleyway - the coffee at the end is definitely some of the best in Brisbane!

Kangaroo Point Cliffs & Riverwalk is one of Brisbane Recs.

9. Kangaroo Point Cliffs & Riverwalk

9.1
Lower River Terrace, Kangaroo Point, QLD
Park · 15 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: My favourite spot to take a photo is on the rock outcrop just below the rotunda. Perfect at any time of day.

10. Green Beacon Brewing Co

8.8
26 Helen St, Teneriffe, QLD
Brewery · 23 tips and reviews

Tanza N.Tanza N: Amazing beers on tap. The amber is lovely and rich. Their IPAs are full of flavour. Love this place.

Wilson's Outlook is one of Brisbane Recs.

11. Wilson's Outlook

8.5
Bowen Tce, New Farm, QLD
Scenic Lookout · 14 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: The quintessential photo spot for Brisbane City and the Story Bridge. 15 minutes after sunset is the golden time to take photos here.

Neighbourhood Coffee Roasters is one of Brisbane Recs.

12. Neighbourhood Coffee Roasters

58 Rainworth Rd, Bardon, QLD
Coffee Shop · 8 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Avocado toast with pomegranate is definitely the menu win. Paired with an outstanding flat white. Lots of space, and a beautiful veggie garden out the back. They pick the herbs fresh for your meal.

Bunker is one of Brisbane Recs.

13. Bunker

8.7
21 Railway Tce., Milton, QLD
Coffee Shop · 28 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Consistently some of Brisbane’s best coffee. In a carport covered in vines 😂. Love it!

Lefty's Old Time Music Hall is one of Brisbane Recs.

14. Lefty's Old Time Music Hall

15 Caxton St, Brisbane, QLD
Bar · Petrie Terrace · 13 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Live music, great drinks, amazing food and decorations which hark back to its days as The Velvet Cigar gentleman's club.

15. Archive Beer Boutique

8.0
100 Boundary St, West End, QLD
Beer Bar · West End, Brisbane, QLD · 51 tips and reviews

Rae A.Rae Allen: If you are planning a Brisbane beer odyssey start here. Apart from the taps, in the main bar there are lots of Aussie beers to try. Quieter out the back with international beers on tap.

Brisbane Brewing Co is one of Brisbane Recs.

16. Brisbane Brewing Co

9.0
124 Boundary St, West End, QLD
Brewery · 12 tips and reviews

Sia M.Sia Mavris Aristidou: They brew their own beer here and you can watch the process from the bar. Food and service is good. Will definitely be back!

17. BlackStar Roastery Works

8.0
44 Thomas St. (at Vulture St.), West End, QLD
Coffee Shop · 38 tips and reviews

Shahram Ashley F.Shahram Ashley Forghani: You won't find a better coffee in brisbane.

18. Three Monkeys Coffee & Tea House

58 Mollison St (at Boundary St), West End, QLD
Coffee Shop · 98 tips and reviews

Josie F.Josie F: Best place for tea and cake and a catch up with friends. The food is superb!!

19. Howard Smith Wharves

7.9
5 Boundary St, Brisbane, QLD
Event Space · Brisbane City · 2 tips and reviews

Ben M.Ben Mackey: Brisbane's latest waterfront place to hang out and great great drinks and great views.

20. Mr Percival's

7.6
5 Boundary St, Brisbane, QLD
Bar · Fortitude Valley · 2 tips and reviews

Brooke L.Brooke Louise: Gorgeous river views. Very nice cocktails.

Felons Brewing Co. is one of Brisbane Recs.

21. Felons Brewing Co.

8.7
5 Boundary St, Brisbane, QLD
Brewery · Fortitude Valley · 20 tips and reviews

Eugene T.Eugene Turner: Winner of The Weekend Edition's 2019 Brisbane EAT/Drink Awards: Best New Bar Read more.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is one of Brisbane Recs.

22. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

8.9
708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket, QLD
Zoo · 107 tips and reviews

Nick R.Nick Rockasaurus Coaltrain: It is a phenomenal place to spend the day. A great personal zoo with excellent shows. Make sure you check out the bird of prey show!

Three Blue Ducks is one of Brisbane Recs.

23. Three Blue Ducks

8.1
81 North Quay (Level 3), Brisbane, QLD
Breakfast Spot · Brisbane City · 2 tips and reviews