Best Lunch Restaurants in South Bank

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchPizzeriaFusion / Eclectic

Regions

Inner SuburbsIpswichMoreton BaySouth QueenslandWestern Suburbs

Areas

Albany CreekBowen HillsBrisbane CBDEatons HillFortitude ValleyGoodna

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

30 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank restaurant

1. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

4.6

Exceptional(483)

££££Price: Moderate

• French • South Bank

Booked 6 times today

A doyenne of the Brisbane patisserie scene, Belle Époque pays homage to the beauty of French traditions with its food philosophy, authentic design and exceptional quality. Sweet and savoury and absolutely sublime, every element of the menu - from breakfast to lunch to the famed High Teas in between - is skillfully and freshly crafted every day by our dedicated in-house team.

A photo of The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane restaurant

2. The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane

4.5

Awesome(957)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • South Bank

Booked 31 times today

Take your days and nights to new heights at Emporium’s iconic Terrace, Brisbane’s premier open-air rooftop bar. With a bespoke retractable ceiling and operable glass roof, bask in subtropical luxe all year round as you soak in the unrivalled views across South Bank Parklands, Brisbane River to the city and beyond. Raise your days and heighten your nights for any occasion at the Terrace.

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3. Sage Yellowfin - Brisbane

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4.0

Excellent(13)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • South Bank

Booked 3 times today

Fresh seafood & steaks served daily. Serving the freshest seafood and steaks in Brisbane. Providing a wonderful open-air venue to enjoy lunch and dinner all year around, we offer both indoor and alfresco dining. Our focus is to serve the absolute freshest fish and the best of steaks at a reasonable price. We source the best seafood and meats for our guests by collaborating with Brisbane’s leading fresh produce suppliers, local markets in city and individual producers in and around Queensland.

4. Doughcraft

4.5

Awesome(131)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 21 times today

At Doughcraft, our vision is to blend the rich traditions of French and Italian culinary arts, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof. We are dedicated to creating exceptional products with passion, tradition, and authenticity.From sunrise, our masterful French bakers craft unique viennoiseries and artisanal bread, ensuring every bite transports our customers to a quaint Parisian bakery. By midday, our freshly baked breads become the heart of delightful sandwiches and paninis, perfect for a busy city lunch.As the sun sets, Doughcraft transforms into an Italian haven. Our skilled Italian chefs take over, infusing the evening with the vibrant flavours of Italy. Whether it’s our hand-made pasta, authentic pizzas, or other Italian specialties, each dish is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence.At Doughcraft, we celebrate the unity of these two renowned culinary traditions, offering Brisbane a unique and unforgettable dining experience from morning till night.

5. CRU Bar & Cellar

4.6

Exceptional(602)

££££Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 21 times today

Home to a celebrated wine bar, retail cellar, and private dining room, CRU pairs laid-back luxury with the stylish spirit of Brisbane’s James Street precinct.Our signature green onyx bar surrounds the shimmering heart of CRU, a glorious antique Baccarat chandelier Soak up the street scene or take a seat at the bar and lose yourself in our award-winning wine list.CRU is the perfect spot for a glass of something special, a leisurely lunch with friends, or a decadent dinner for two.

6. August

4.7

Exceptional(33)

££££Price: Expensive

• European • West End

Booked 6 times today

August is a restaurant that sits in the old heritage church on Dornoch Terrace, West End. Our dining room is surrounded by objects, art, and the original pitched church ceiling and stained glass windows. Our menu is influenced by regional food from France, Italy and SpainAugust is open for dinner from 5pm on Wednesday - Saturday, and from 12pm for Sunday Lunch. We also offer a range of private dining experiences, and can accommodate 60 seated guests, or up to 100 for reception-style events. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

7. Essa Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(747)

££££Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 11 times today

ESSA provides a destination to escape the expected.Just like the raw interiors in which we reside, our work is simple but considered.The ethos in the kitchen embraces collaboration with local farmers, hunters and providores, promoting an environmentally conscious approach to the menu. Harvest driven dishes provide the creative parameters for our ever evolving dining experience. ESSA is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm till late and Friday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.

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8. Harveys Bar and Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(936)

££££Price: Expensive

• Australian • New Farm

Harveys offers an all-day dining experience of unpretentious, seasonal cuisine served in inviting and stylish surrounds. With the highly regarded PJ McMillan at the helm, Harveys food is honest fare made with integrity, created and designed to reflect the current harvest and day-to-day availability of ingredients.Harveys can welcome you through the course of the day with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and a design that takes full advantage of the superb location, with a stylish, comfortable bar and indoor and outdoor garden seating. Situated at the heart of the thriving James Street retail and entertainment precinct, visit Harveys as an old friend or a new one and experience the new expression of a timeless classic.

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9. Garlic Clove Kitchen & Bar

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££££Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Petrie

Discover the vibrant flavours of Modern Australian dining at Garlic Clove Kitchen & Bar. Our menu showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients, artfully blended with global culinary influences to create dishes that excite the palate. Pair your meal with selections from our curated wine and cocktail list, all served in a warm and stylish atmosphere. Whether it’s a casual lunch, intimate dinner, or celebration, Garlic Clove Kitchen & Bar is your destination for contemporary dining.

10. Lobby Bar

4.1

Excellent(141)

££££Price: Expensive

• Australian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 5 times today

Perfectly poised at the entrance of The Calile Hotel and spilling into vibrant Ada Lane, Lobby Bar is the ideal spot to wile away the day until it ebbs into the night. Executive Chef, Mark Godbeer has designed a progressive Australian style menu utilising local produce and rooftop ingredients for breakfast, lunch, bar snacks and dinner taster options so you can pop in at all hours, leave satisfied and begin planning your next visit. Behind the bar - a cocktail menu which nods to the classics while offering its own flavour of reinvention complimenting a wine list that celebrates great Australian and international wine makers. With windows that throw open, breathing in the Brisbane climate, Lobby Bar is your destination for a single morning espresso or a night of working your way through the cocktail list. A space that is a celebration of its surrounds, as perfect for one as it is for many, Lobby Bar will fast become your go to in James Street.

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ADELE
Brisbane •1 review
4.0
Dined today
The food was exceptional… everything that you would expect from a great Italian authentic restaurant …
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DoughcraftPrice: Moderate• Italian• Brisbane CBD
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4.5
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Anshuman
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food service and ambiance. Special thanks to our host Thomas... He is super attentive and accommodating. He went extra mile to make sure we enjoyed our time at the terrace. Truly a hospitality ⭐ star! Thanks Tomas , you deserve to be recognized for your genuine efforts and attention to detail. Cheers!
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The Terrace - Emporium Hotel South Bank BrisbanePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• South Bank
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4.5
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Belinda
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The best high tea. Excellent service and amazing food.
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Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South BankPrice: Moderate• French• South Bank
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4.6
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Dora
Brisbane •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 Feb 2025
I had an amazing night, the service and staff were kind and nice
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CRU Bar & CellarPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Fortitude Valley
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4.6
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Ging
Brisbane •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Apr 2022
The food here is fantastic, the bugs were delicious - melt in the mouth - cooked to perfection - came out of the shell so easy!!! The marinara is packed full of a wide variety of seafood - awesome flavour. The terrace dining makes for a quite relaxed environment, but I'm sure later in the evening it's energetic. Our visit was pre-concert, so timing was of the essence, we arrived at the concert easily on time.
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Sage Yellowfin - BrisbanePrice: Expensive• Seafood• South Bank
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