I came here for lunch a few weeks ago with a small group of friends. It was moderately busy but not…read moretoo packed so the atmosphere was great. The service was fairly fast and our waitress really friendly. The lunch menu had a nice range plus some healthy items and some 'Create your own' sandwich options. The food was quite good, not the absolute best but great for a nice lunch. I got a chicken burger with lovely avocado and juicy chicken. Some of my friend got pizzas and I have to say, I can't comment on taste, but they looked really good!

Roman Empire Bar is one of those restaurants that I've been meaning to go to for a few years but…read morenever got around to it. After a spot of late night Christmas shopping at Carindale last Thursday, it seemed the perfect opportunity to try this popular Italian restaurant. We were happy to wait for a table seeing we hadn't made a booking but I would recommend anyone wanting to try this restaurant to make a reservation. The waitress made it clear that they drew a large crowd even on weeknights. Unfortunately on that night, the food did not live up to its reputation. Our scallop and calamari pasta was bland and had to be spiced up with lots of Tabasco and chilli flakes. The lasagne was average but I suppose I just had higher expectations given the recommendations of the place. Since we've been inundated with different cooking shows on television, the home cook is a lot more adventurous making and tasting food. On the odd occasion, I even make my own pasta and store it in airtight containers. While the Roman Empire Bar probably doesn't beat fresh home-made pasta, it is a decent night out at a fair price.

I mixed Vietnamese China and America. My dad is from Vietnam and my mom from China. I was born and…read moreraised in New York but I moved to San Jose after the death of my parents.

This place does hospitality right! They squeezed us in for a last minute booking for a table of 9…read moreon a friday night despite being very busy. We were then greeted by the owner who suggested a series of breads for the table, all of which were delicious! Upon hearing that I had a shellfish allergy he went to inform the kitchen to minimise chances of cross contamination and suggested some dishes that would be safe for me. The owner was so warm and friendly, it was like dining at an old friends house with better food. The food was delicious. Everyone at our table was incredibly happy with their dish. The serving sizes were HUGE which was fantastic as we got doggy bags at the end of the meal. 10/10, the best dining experience I have had in a long time.

Must be doing something right. The Rare Pear has been…read morearound for a while and I have gone by it many times - anyway it was Sunday lunch time and we thought let's give it a go. Not regretting the choice- walked up, greeted by waitress and seated, given menus. Given a moment to order drinks. Order taken and then back for the food order. Coffee was better than expected , not great but above the average. Food - smashed avo & sweet potato chips and other half having bacon and egg on Turkish bread. Pretty happy.

Read the reviews and thought we would give this place a try for Sunday morning breakfast, found…read morethis place online on yelp in our never ending hunt for the perfect breakfast place. Was surprised to find semi packed restaurant with empty tables for reservations on a busy sunday morning. Coffee was great and fast. Food was fantastic but served cold which indicates pre preparation, but the yummy food more than made up for this miscalculation. The eating area is good, they have done the best with what they have, but there was blazing sun and a glorious view of Logan road.

This pub wasn't all that bad, though once again, considering its location is probably isn't one of…read morethe best in the area. However, you do tend to get that with pubs that happen to be located in entertainment districts such as Fortitude Valley. In a way, it was pretty much just your standard pub, though the service was friendly enough, and the atmosphere was also pretty good. I didn't mind it, but unfortunately, with the other better ones out there, it really didn't compare all that much.

With so few pubs around The Valley offering good pub food, The Flying Cock is a sight for sore…read moreeyes. I've been frequenting this place pretty regularly since its opening a few years ago, and have rarely left disappointed (besides the one burnt parmy like 2 years ago). The fitout is spacious and unassuming, with the walls plastered with pieces of Australiana - even the table numbers bear faces of notable Australians (my girlfriend, being the ALP supporter she is, had to request a different number to the John Howard one we were originally given). The food is a broad range of pub classics, with steaks, parmys, burgers and all that you'd expect, alongside some more inspired dishes like tacos and ice cream sandwiches. They also offer a $40 chook pack that comes with a slew of accoutrements that will definitely leave 3 people walking away feeling very well sated. There's also a bunch of great weekly deals like 2 parmys for $19.99 on Wednesdays, and the smuggler's bar up top has a great vibe and regularly hosts events like trivia. Definitely a place to check out for good quality, modern pub food that won't break the bank, unlike a few of the other places nearby.

Not just Good - Great! This was my second visit and there…read morewill be many more. Umu Kitchen is found on corner of Toohey /Denham Rds. in a little shopping Centre, easy parking if drive there. Walk in - staff are very friendly and the place buzzes with activity - have a look at the counter of food and treats. Seating is inside or outside and spaced to meet COVID 19 social distancing. Menu is definitely Pacific Island influenced and worth checking - BUT for me it's the great range of Gluten Free meals / treats. It is a Kitchen so meals prepared on premises. The range of sweets (and GF) is great - try them to see how good. Coffee - is good. Treats are excellent - hey it's all great.

The food here is truly phenomenal…read more Each meal I have had at this cafe has blown me away. The mains have are Polynesian or have an island twist on well known cafe basics, but they do provide your standard bacon and eggs or avo on toast. For those who wish to try their Polynesian mains, they are amazing, I'd recommend their savoury mince as it's absolutely incredible. If you prefer traditional cafe food, then they have the best sausage roll you'll ever eat, hands down. Want something sweet? They have cakes and muffins with gluten free and vegan options available, which are without a doubt as good or better than any regular cafe cake I've had. The vibe is relaxed and comfortable, and the atmosphere is open and airy with plenty of plants to bring a touch of green to the room. Service is always fantastic and helpful and never leave you waiting for long. I have never been so impressed with a cafe in my life.

We had a great experience here. We came on a quiet night. The bartender was very friendly. We met…read moresome nice people who gave us terrific food recommendations. The Australian beef pie was fantastic. A must try. There are several different spaces depending on your mood.

This is one of those pubs that I have been wanting to visit ever since I discovered it while…read moreexploring Brisbane. Okay, it is a bit out of the way, but it is certainly a rather large pub with a pretty large beer garden. The problem that I found with it though was that their beer selection was rather limited, which was a shame because I actually expected more from a pub like this. Then again, half of it was closed, so maybe there are better beers in the other bars, but I would have also expected that to be the case in the beer garden.

Forget the claim that this is a 1920s, prohibition inspired bar. Forget that in current bar-speak…read morethis means (drinks in mason jars and other novelty vessels). Leave all these judgements at the door as you perch upon the bar stools and high tables outside Next Door Kitchen & Bar (next door to Ole on Little Stanley Street) or take a table inside. Instead, focus on what they do well: small plates and cocktails. The cocktail list is not extensive by any means, but what they do do they do well. During our UYE I tried the specially concocted Rudolph Valentino (Scotch, Martini Rosso, Cherry Brandy and Cranberry Bitters) which was interesting. The flavour that hit the front of your palette changed by the time it reached your back palette. I didn't mind it. The Clover Club (which was too sweet for my cocktailing like) and a sip of an 18th Amendment (matusalem rum, red wine, violet liqueur, cherry jam, vanilla and nutmeg) a friend ordered, which was easily my pick of the bunch. As for food, try a little or try a lot. The small plates are made to be shared. For our table of 6 we ordered a few of the chips with truffled parmesan (win), beetroot and blue cheese arancini balls (win) with black garlic aioli and baby chard, and my favourite of them all the slow cooked lamb neck, maple roasted pumpkin, fire roasted onions, hazelnut and Maleny yoghurt. Simple flavours that packed a punch when grouped together. Worth every penny of the $19.50 this particular share plate will set you back. There were a few moments where drinks ordered were forgotten or were slow to be delivered but given the patronage on this Wednesday night it was easily forgiven. One bar tender for the number of people in the venue and anyone could understand the minor delays. The staff at Next Door were dear and we were regularly checked on to make sure everything was to our liking. It is the little things.

Came here for an unofficial Yelp event! It was super fun and the weather was perfect to be sitting…read moreoutside. The chair stools were pretty comfortable. They light tea candles on your table around dusk. Everyone was very kind and checked on how we were doing periodically. The drinks tended to take a little time to be delivered. We weren't sure if it was because of lack of staff or slow service. Once the drinks were delivered, all was forgiven. The food was excellent as well! We tasted the gangster wings, truffle parmesan fries, beetroot and blue cheese arancini, black garlic aioli, baby chard, and slow cooked lamb neck, maple roasted pumpkin, fire roasted onions, hazelnut, and maleny yogurt. Best thing you ask? LAMB. No question. It was so tender and the roasted pumpkin was an amazing compliment. I could have devoured the entire place but since we are to share the plates- I did just that. I recommend the fries if you want a nice appetizer to share or a comfort food with a twist. The place was quite crowded on a Wednesday and I loved the 1920s theme. This would be a fun place to go on a date or take a friend. It was fun seeing all sorts of groups coming. Will definitely be back! Shout out to Lani for organizing the event! Tip: If you come in before 5:30, you can get slingers and wings for $15.

Great Environment, Great Food... what more can you ask for?…read more This new exciting restaurant knows how to do great food! I was so excited to try this place after seeing it on Instagram! The food definitely lived up to its reputation. I would encourage anyone to visit Duo while in West End! A hidden treat!

It's so amazing to have such an awesome cafe and breakfast venue so close to home! The team are…read moreincredible and they are always consistently serving good quality coffee with a smile. I'm also personally so appreciative that they deal with all of my complex dietary requirements and make an effort to accommodate me (without making me feel like a bother - which is AMAZING). All of the food is so flavorful and well presented. I like that depending on the weather you can either be warm and cozy with a lovely welcoming space inside, or if it's a beautiful day you can take advantage of their courtyard. Duo definitely ticks all the right boxes. Worth a visit and the family will also be impressed by the food offering. Thanks Duo for being a part of my daily ritual :)