Guidebook for Toowong
Food Scene
Try and get a table out the back. Modern Australian food, and really top breakfasts. Packs out quickly so maybe worth booking for lunch or dinner. If you want to have the best "sit on the couch watching movies" Thai food, Sing's Kitchen is incredible, but definitely call ahead for your takeaway. Owners told me once they produce over 500 litres of Green Curry mix a weekend.
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Kettle & Tin
215 Given TerraceTry and get a table out the back. Modern Australian food, and really top breakfasts. Packs out quickly so maybe worth booking for lunch or dinner. If you want to have the best "sit on the couch watching movies" Thai food, Sing's Kitchen is incredible, but definitely call ahead for your takeaway. Owners told me once they produce over 500 litres of Green Curry mix a weekend.
Conveniently located, this restaurant is disguised as an old house in the middle of residential suburbia. This is fine dining that so cleverly constructed to have all the elements of texture, artistic plating and balance of interesting flavours. The entrees are definitely the stand out - flavour combinations were interesting and very tasty.
85 Miskin St
85 Miskin StConveniently located, this restaurant is disguised as an old house in the middle of residential suburbia. This is fine dining that so cleverly constructed to have all the elements of texture, artistic plating and balance of interesting flavours. The entrees are definitely the stand out - flavour combinations were interesting and very tasty.
Easy, quick, yummy and a choice to suit everyone including Gluten Free and Vegetarian options. Good location in a vibrant shopping village with lots of parks. I recommend getting the Simon says with chips and sweet chilli dipping sauce!
Grill'd Toowong
9 Sherwood RdEasy, quick, yummy and a choice to suit everyone including Gluten Free and Vegetarian options. Good location in a vibrant shopping village with lots of parks. I recommend getting the Simon says with chips and sweet chilli dipping sauce!
Covet Restaurant and Bar (ground floor at the Jephson Hotel) serves modern Australian cuisine with an international flavour.
Covet Bar & Restaurant
Covet Restaurant and Bar (ground floor at the Jephson Hotel) serves modern Australian cuisine with an international flavour.
Great experience for all ages. A must see for all people visiting Brisbane. Huge selection of food and drinks with a great ambiance of lighting and music. Great views over the Brisbane river and live entertainment from the stage. You will also find romantic corners and some gift shops with interesting gifts to buy. The place is fairly inexpensive and good enjoyment for all. There is ample parking and a entrance fee of only $2. There are a lot of props that can be used to take funny and romantic photos.
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Eat Street Northshore
221D MacArthur AveGreat experience for all ages. A must see for all people visiting Brisbane. Huge selection of food and drinks with a great ambiance of lighting and music. Great views over the Brisbane river and live entertainment from the stage. You will also find romantic corners and some gift shops with interesting gifts to buy. The place is fairly inexpensive and good enjoyment for all. There is ample parking and a entrance fee of only $2. There are a lot of props that can be used to take funny and romantic photos.
Drinks & Nightlife
Fun, exciting bar for some after work drinks. Located in the city this is a great place to go to for some after work drinks before heading out. Huge area with a variety of seats both indoors and outdoors. They have heaters outside in the winter, and at least 3 bars. Nice view over the river as well to watch the sun set!
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Friday's Riverside
123 Eagle StFun, exciting bar for some after work drinks. Located in the city this is a great place to go to for some after work drinks before heading out. Huge area with a variety of seats both indoors and outdoors. They have heaters outside in the winter, and at least 3 bars. Nice view over the river as well to watch the sun set!
Eleven Rooftop bar is the place to experience Brisbane's nightlife from above and within. As it is an upmarket venue you must wear smart casual or you may not get let in - great atmosphere, the drinks are reasonably priced, friendly staff and fantastic views!
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MAYA Mexican
757 Ann StreetEleven Rooftop bar is the place to experience Brisbane's nightlife from above and within. As it is an upmarket venue you must wear smart casual or you may not get let in - great atmosphere, the drinks are reasonably priced, friendly staff and fantastic views!
Love this place, the happy hour for burgers and pizza is so affordable and delicious! Service is always good and the atmosphere is comfortable. The Fox is also widely known for their Sunday Sesshes which take off from 7pm. The place usually gets so popular a queue wraps around the lower level door and groups have to put their name on lists and wait to get let in. Arrive earlier to avoid the queue.
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The Fox Hotel
73 Melbourne StLove this place, the happy hour for burgers and pizza is so affordable and delicious! Service is always good and the atmosphere is comfortable. The Fox is also widely known for their Sunday Sesshes which take off from 7pm. The place usually gets so popular a queue wraps around the lower level door and groups have to put their name on lists and wait to get let in. Arrive earlier to avoid the queue.
If you enjoy being social and yummy cocktails then this is the place for you. Order one of their espresso martinis and catch up with friends on the lower level couches or dance to their live music. This place is a great location to start your night before heading into the city.
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Regatta Hotel
543 Coronation DrIf you enjoy being social and yummy cocktails then this is the place for you. Order one of their espresso martinis and catch up with friends on the lower level couches or dance to their live music. This place is a great location to start your night before heading into the city.
Perfect place for dinner, wine and desserts on Eagle Street Pier with a beautiful view of the Story Bridge. Love the decor, amazing service and of course delicious food! Oh and their wine menu is extensive and the waiters are always happy to give their recommendation.
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Blackbird Bar & Grill
123 Eagle StPerfect place for dinner, wine and desserts on Eagle Street Pier with a beautiful view of the Story Bridge. Love the decor, amazing service and of course delicious food! Oh and their wine menu is extensive and the waiters are always happy to give their recommendation.
Arts & Culture
One of the great places to visit if you're in Brisbane either as a tourist visiting or a local yourself. The exhibit changes throughout seasons and they are all interesting. The main exhibit usually will always have an entry price but it's well worth it. You just have to check the website for all the previous ones they have done. Good place to go on quiet dates and get "cultured".
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Gallery of Modern Art
Stanley PlaceOne of the great places to visit if you're in Brisbane either as a tourist visiting or a local yourself. The exhibit changes throughout seasons and they are all interesting. The main exhibit usually will always have an entry price but it's well worth it. You just have to check the website for all the previous ones they have done. Good place to go on quiet dates and get "cultured".
Even if the show is not that good, it is a beautiful converted woolshed with a great view. Stroll through New Farm park and have a hit of Croquet or go play some Barefoot Bowls at Merthyr Bowls Club. Walk or got on a City Cycle and do the Riverwalk to Teneriffe. If you have the energy, and you like looking at Architecture check out the mansions on Teneriffe Hill. Some awesome modern architecture mixed in with classical Queenslander architecture.
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Brisbane Powerhouse
Even if the show is not that good, it is a beautiful converted woolshed with a great view. Stroll through New Farm park and have a hit of Croquet or go play some Barefoot Bowls at Merthyr Bowls Club. Walk or got on a City Cycle and do the Riverwalk to Teneriffe. If you have the energy, and you like looking at Architecture check out the mansions on Teneriffe Hill. Some awesome modern architecture mixed in with classical Queenslander architecture.
The acoustics in here are great with a really cosy atmosphere. Split levels downstairs which means you can get a view if you don't want to get right up front in the mosh and then there's the upper level which is second to none for great viewing. Three bars with food in the lower level if you need to snack. Staff are great too which adds to the all round great vibe. Go see your favourite band there, or any band for that matter.
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The Tivoli
52 Costin StThe acoustics in here are great with a really cosy atmosphere. Split levels downstairs which means you can get a view if you don't want to get right up front in the mosh and then there's the upper level which is second to none for great viewing. Three bars with food in the lower level if you need to snack. Staff are great too which adds to the all round great vibe. Go see your favourite band there, or any band for that matter.
Entertainment & Activities
Possibly one of the best cinemas in Brisbane, tickets are way cheaper than normal and food is also decently priced. Sushi bar conveniently located to the left of it, so no shortage of food options. Arcade area is the largest I have ever seen in any cinema I’ve been to, nearly as big as a stand alone arcade. Huge screens but seats can get a bit dirty from my experience. Overall, this is a great cinema and it’s worth a shot trying out.
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Cineplex South Bank
167 Grey StPossibly one of the best cinemas in Brisbane, tickets are way cheaper than normal and food is also decently priced. Sushi bar conveniently located to the left of it, so no shortage of food options. Arcade area is the largest I have ever seen in any cinema I’ve been to, nearly as big as a stand alone arcade. Huge screens but seats can get a bit dirty from my experience. Overall, this is a great cinema and it’s worth a shot trying out.
Awesome venue for sports and other entertainment. The public transport after the game was well organised and plenty of parking in the surrounding area.
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The Gabba
Vulture StreetAwesome venue for sports and other entertainment. The public transport after the game was well organised and plenty of parking in the surrounding area.
Getting Around
Train station with direct routes to the CBD and out to the western suburbs. You need a go card to catch the train which can be purchased at your nearest news agency.
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Toowong station
Train station with direct routes to the CBD and out to the western suburbs. You need a go card to catch the train which can be purchased at your nearest news agency.
Parks & Nature
Lovely gardens and absolutely massive. There is a small playground that is great for small children. The planetarium does kids movies on Saturday morning which is entertaining and informative for kids, it's like a mini IMAX.
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Mount Coot-tha Botanic Gardens
152 Mount Coot-Tha RdLovely gardens and absolutely massive. There is a small playground that is great for small children. The planetarium does kids movies on Saturday morning which is entertaining and informative for kids, it's like a mini IMAX.
One of the best parks in all Brisbane. Huge area of lush Parkland trees benches and Riverside , as well as some small cafes. Very family friendly with a lot of shade for kids to play Under. Very spacious to play some Team games. You can also bring your small picnic and have a nice alfresco breakfast in the park. Definitely make sure to visit the Powerhouse which is now arts and theatrical performances space. Deal so have nice bar and restaurant where you can dine in after seeing some art and cabaret shows.
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New Farm Park
1042 Brunswick StOne of the best parks in all Brisbane. Huge area of lush Parkland trees benches and Riverside , as well as some small cafes. Very family friendly with a lot of shade for kids to play Under. Very spacious to play some Team games. You can also bring your small picnic and have a nice alfresco breakfast in the park. Definitely make sure to visit the Powerhouse which is now arts and theatrical performances space. Deal so have nice bar and restaurant where you can dine in after seeing some art and cabaret shows.
Sightseeing
An iconic landmark on the South Bank skyline, The Wheel of Brisbane is a breathtaking way to take in a 360-degree panoramic view of spectacular Brisbane city. Rising 60 metres above the ground in the safety and comfort of a fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondola that seats up to 8 people and is perfect for everyone. Visitors can experience the sights by day, the lights by night or book an on-board dining experience to spoil your loved ones. There are no reservations required so explore the Brisbane metropolis from one of the best vantage points in the city.
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Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane
An iconic landmark on the South Bank skyline, The Wheel of Brisbane is a breathtaking way to take in a 360-degree panoramic view of spectacular Brisbane city. Rising 60 metres above the ground in the safety and comfort of a fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondola that seats up to 8 people and is perfect for everyone. Visitors can experience the sights by day, the lights by night or book an on-board dining experience to spoil your loved ones. There are no reservations required so explore the Brisbane metropolis from one of the best vantage points in the city.
Great place to relax and there is something for everyone here from the beach to boat trip's and the gardens are amazing. Plenty of places to eat or just have a coffee or a beer. The parking is quite expensive so most people catch the Citycat or use the ferry which is free and run by council.
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South Bank Parklands
Stanley Street PlazaGreat place to relax and there is something for everyone here from the beach to boat trip's and the gardens are amazing. Plenty of places to eat or just have a coffee or a beer. The parking is quite expensive so most people catch the Citycat or use the ferry which is free and run by council.