Now there are many attributing factors when it comes to the condition known as "Fresher Spread"…read more Every fresher gets it. Fat, that is. It's a combination of greasy college food, excessive drinking and Mr Deno's Kebabs (inextricably linked to excessive drinking). You get in the cab after a night out and instead of giving your college address, you say in a drunken slur, "Take me to Mr Deno's at the Ville." And it's all downhill from there. But oh how satisfying those kebabs are when all you've got in your tum is a big churning mess of alcohol. To sink your teeth into a Mr Deno's before stumbling home to college and falling in bed would have to be one of the most satisfying experiences, not be missed out on by any St Lucian collegiate. The fresher spread is even worth it!

Now I have to let you know that my rating for Mr Deno's Kebab and Pizza is really "Woohoo! As good…read moreas it gets AT 2AM IN THE MORNING!!!! When returning to St Lucia (the student suburb) after a late night out there is only one place to go to soak up the alcohol and that is Mr Deno's. Many a student has reached that point in the night where there is nothing better than a greasy kebab. In fact, all I remember from my student nights here is the wonderful full feeling of this fine product as it hit my goon filled stomach and gave me the strength to walk the hundred metres home and into my bed. The kebabs really are amazing, such that there is even a facebook page dedicated to them (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mr-Denos-Kebab-Shop/77734942575?sk=info) where you are encouraged to post photos of yourself devouring Mr Deno's kebabs and just be a part of the general awesomeness that is this Kebab shop. Mr Deno's Kebab and Pizza's hours change depending on the student calendar (they close earlier when it is not semester). Now I recommend not even looking at Mr Deno's during daylight hours. The "best kebab of your life" during the night quite easily turns into a very average kebab during the day. Keep Mr Deno's for those late nights and you will stay a fan!

Abra Wraps is an independently owned wrap and Middle-Eastern themed takeaway stall located in the…read moreMyer Centre food court. I now it as the place that offers awesome pita chips (they always have testers). The food at Abra Wraps is always fresh; the wraps are made to order and anything sitting in the hot box does not look like it has been there for long. The menu includes felafel's, steak wraps and burgers. Abra Wraps also caters for the health conscious type and those with dietary needs; they offer grilled meats (rather than fried) and have gluten free options. The staff are always very friendly and welcoming; it is always nice to see staff members are happy to serve you.

This place by far has the best chicken I have ever had. The customer service is impeccable and the…read morestaff are always smiling. As well as great prices. Highly recommend trying out.

Pros: - It's halal! Atleast that's what we were told by the…read moremanagement. - The pulled beef burger is fantastic!! So are the loaded fries! - There's a Groupon coupon for a deal which makes it super great Cons: - Timings (and communication thereof) are TERRIBLE. We went there twice only to find the place closed. The timings on their online presence are incorrect. The place is open Monday+ Tuesday until 7, Wed-Fri till 8:30 (that's when the kitchen closes). Closed on Saturday and Sunday! That's what the wait staff told us. - Rude wait staff. This was truly annoying and if we didn't really really want to try the pulled beef burger, we would have walked out on principle. Patronising and condescending behaviour.

Our pizza was good but xxy $20. Coffee good. Service good. Nice, clean appearance. Menu was fine…read morebut not crazy appealing. They have the e coffee card app loyalty but I forgot to scan!! Yeah, the menu... you know that feeling when you can only see 3 things food out of 30, and even those three aren't making you go OH YEHHH. Yeah, that's how I felt. Sadly that is the drill with a lot of cbd shops. They do quick n plain for he office workers and it a not just a Brisbane problem.

Pretty cool hidden away spot for a nosh. Great relaxed vibe and super friendly staff. They are even…read moreopen on Sunday! When working/ seeing a show at the exhibition hall or RNA show grounds, this place is only a three minute walk away.

Such a great little vegan place. Delicious food that even a non vegan would enjoy. And to top it…read moreoff, even the desserts are vegan! So yummy!!

In a surprisingly competitive marketplace for cheap all-vegetarian restaurants, this mall food…read morecourt location of Vege Rama was the best I've tried so far, as they produced an absolutely fantastic dosa with pea-laden potato masala. They had numerous options to build a meal with curries as well, and a selection of salads and (often vegan) desserts as well. They don't have the student discount of their neighboring competitor, but at $9 for a made to order meal, it certainly wasn't expensive. I have yet to try their nicer sit-down restaurant in West End, but after seeing how good the food court one is, I'm eager to.

I work in an office in Coorparoo which is filled to the brim with ravenous tummy's every weekday…read morefrom around 12pm. The usually polite and mild-mannered bunch can turn instantly into a pack of raging monsters foaming at the mouth and arguing about where to bring our lunchtime business as we lament the limited options available in the vicinity. It was with great relief one weekday lunchtime that I discovered My Street Food Vietnamese existed. With the promise of fresh authentic dishes direct from Vietnam I bundled my colleagues into a car and drove the 2 minutes down the road to the little store-front. We have been back many, many times since that fateful day and it has now become an accepted part of our lunchtime repertoire. M.S.F Chicken Crispy Fried Rice has become the undisputed favourite of the entire office space. The melt-in-your-mouth chicken doused heavily in an aromatic marinade coupled with the crunchy rice and sweet cucumber and carrot slivers is a match made in heaven. We all feel fresher after eating this particular dish, and even the most decadent of the group will often choose it over a heavier fast-food option. The Vermicelli Salad with Lemongrass Pork comes a firm second in the lunch-time line-up. The pork is always soft and tender and couples beautifully with the flat rice noodles and lettuce, cucumber and herb salad. When comparing this dish to the version at Gabba Takeaway the My Street Food option is always nicer with a better quality cut of pork and far less sinewy, fatty bits. The store itself is an exercise in bright, clean functionality. A team of workers bustle behind the counter brimming with fresh ingredients and pre-made rice paper rolls. Phone orders are encouraged, and there is a convenient car spot right out the front for dash-and-carry lunchtime pick-ups. The prices are reasonable with most dishes under $10 and it won't tax your health either. I highly recommend this local gem for takeaway options. It's a pity they don't open for fast and healthy dinner inspiration, but I'll take what I can get.

We came back here to try the banh mi - and they were fantastic. Fresh crusty baguette spread with…read morepate and mayonnaise, filled with carrot, cucumber, fresh coriander, and your choice of meat and/or chilli. My husband and I shared the crispy pork belly and the fire breath beef (chilli and lemongrass). It was just wonderful!!

It's a niche begging to be filled, that's for sure. A (vegetarian) Indian restaurant that isn't…read moresketchy and cheap but seems to be shooting for more of a mid-range, fast casual kind of vibe. That being said, I was expecting less, as I had in my head that this could be the kind of place that thinks being vegetarian is a substitute for being a decent restaurant. Not so, in my experience. You might look at the online menu and think that they wouldn't offer its full scope at each outlet, but they seemed to have a huge variety of dishes, from South Indian to various Indo-Chinese and Indo-Mexican fusion dishes to some random pasta for people who don't like Indian I guess. Being adventurous, I tried some idli (lentil-rice cakes) in a Chinese sauce, which was pretty tasty. Mildly spicy, albeit nothing scary. The vada dipped in sambar to start was solid enough as well. And they seemed to be running a decent restaurant. Between the out-front service and the slightly visible kitchen area in the back, there were quite a few people here actually preparing food, and it was correspondingly good. It was cleaner than a lot of places. It was also evident that they could tell I was in a hurry, and they got out my dishes just in time for me to catch a bus. Probably four star food, but given the low level of service I've become accustomed to at Indian places here (and anywhere really), the overall dining experience was quite good. What else would I ask of them? Offer some tofu, maybe, add in online ordering. I wish it wasn't out in Morningside, but nonetheless, I imagine I'll give them another shot at some point.

Has to be one of the best South Indian places in OZ and Brisbane. Had the idli sambar, Mysore…read moremasala Sosa, channa bhuttra, idlis. Great value for money. Bought dinner to take away and try.

Volume of food = Fantastic value. The first thing you'll notice when you order anything from here…read moreis the sheer size of the bowls and plates. They are absolutely humongous! If you're not terribly hungry, trust me, a small bowl of pho is more than enough. Everywhere else this "small" size would be a veritable medium while the medium would exceed a large. I've tried both the spicy beef noodle soup (bun bo hue) as well as the broken rice (com tam) with grilled and shredded pork. The bun bo hue was packed full of different cuts of beef steeped in a mild soup. The noodles weren't pho noodles but rather a more rounded gelatinous noodle that reminded me of a white spaghetti. Overall, it was filling and the soup was all right. However, there wasn't anything particularly stunning about the meat nor the other vegetables that were treated almost as a garnish. The broken rice consisted of the pork surrounded by an egg-meat loaf, fried egg and several slices of cucumber and tomato. On the side, there was also a fish sauce and chili mixture that is drizzled on top. Again the food was ample albeit a bit heavy on the rice but nothing really stood out. The pork was a little dry and the meat loaf just didn't seem to be seasoned. What makes this place average, however, instead of 4-star good is the service. The entrance is small so lining up means queuing up outside. The waiters tend to bark at you to 'come in' or just stare unhelpfully until you find a seat yourself. Getting your order taken is also quite a challenge. Overall, the staff just don't really seem to mind how you get your food as long as it eventually arrives. Bottom line? If you're willing to bear the abuses, Pho Hien Vuong is a good deal for the price.

This Vietnamese restaurant tucked into a corner of Market Square serves authentic Vietnamese food…read more The soups, salads and beef briskets are tasty and you can choose what size you'd like to have. You can sit in the air conditioned restaurant or in the external dining area. Service is fast and efficient and the prices are very reasonable.