A big fat good-times taverna in the Howard Smith Wharves precinct, Greca sets authentic Greek eats to winsome riverside views. Get your party on with a banquet menu and enjoy drinks at the bar — think Champagne and caviar.

This trendy, modern Roman restaurant serves up a lengthy menu of pasta dishes and substantial wines. Dine indoors or out in a moody setting accented with brick walls and wine shelved around the venue. Here are some of the best restaurants in the city besides The Brisbane Club that offer exotic menu.

Persone

The piquant flavours of the Italian cuisine attract many diners to Persone. You can enjoy delicious scallops, gnocchi and lamb here. You can also try delicious cannolis and tiramisu. This restaurant is perfect for couples and groups. It has a quiet ambiance and excellent service.

This sophisticated Italian eatery is a must-visit for anyone looking for a fine dining experience in Brisbane City. It has a swanky interior featuring terracotta bricks, red marble tabletops and dusty pink banquettes. The menu is designed for sharing, so be sure to order the pan-fried haloumi. There are also several options for those who prefer Asian food, including Massaman curry and lemongrass panna cotta.

Located in the city centre’s North Quay, this restaurant offers spectacular river views. It serves a menu of market-fresh dishes and desserts. The wine list is impressive and includes some well-known wines from Italy and Australia. The restaurant is also known for its cocktails and has a large selection of signature drinks. In addition, the restaurant has a private dining room for up to 20 guests.

Fat Noodle

Anyone who has travelled to Southeast Asia will know that their street food is a true taste bud temptress. Now, those wanting to recreate a trip they’ve already embarked on will be able to do so in Brisbane, thanks to Luke Nguyen’s Fat Noodle. The restaurant, situated in the Treasury Casino and Hotel Brisbane, is set to take diners on a journey through Asian street food, starting with Vietnam.

The menu focuses on Vietnamese cuisine, with sprinkles of Chinese, Thai and Malaysian influence. The result is a menu that would normally make us whimper at the thought of fusion, but Nguyen’s skills ensure the dishes are authentic and high quality.

With a range of share and banquet dishes, as well as the Fat Noodle signatures like their Premium Fat Pho noodles, grilled pork neck skewers and Singapore laksa, there is something for everyone. And with a great drinks list, including cocktail, boutique wine and draught beer, as well as refreshing Asian style beverages like iced coffee, ginger lemon soda or fresh coconut juice, you can enjoy your meal with a drink to match.

MAYA Mexican

The pop-up restaurant and rooftop bar MAYA Mexican is a stunning venue high above the streets of Fortitude Valley. The space is decked out with white tones, timber, marble and verdant cacti, creating a cosy atmosphere where you can sip on artisanal tequila cocktails and regional Central American cuisine.

The menu takes inspiration from the Maya region of Mexico, with small plates like spicy tuna tostadas and chargrilled flank steak, as well as larger dishes such as crispy fish tacos and fresh ceviche. The drink list is similarly inspired, with a range of mezcals, tequilas and margaritas.

The restaurant offers a number of weekday specials, including the Taste Of Tulum menu for $35, available Wednesday to Friday during May. This includes a plate of three of their most popular tacos and a Margarita or Estrella draft beer. Their weekend bottomless brunch is also worth checking out. This is a hugely popular event and tables are booked quickly, so make sure you reserve ahead of time. The food is delicious, but it can get quite crowded and noisy at peak times.

Black Hide by Gambaro

For more than four years the Black Hide by Gambaro has been serving Queenslanders some of the best steaks in town. The restaurant, housed inside the Treasury Brisbane, is known for its world-class Australian Wagyu and Angus cuts. The menu has been revamped to include more seafood and plant-based dishes but the steaks remain the main attraction. In addition, there are new desserts including a coconut parfait with pineapple salsa and a Vietnamese mint granita. The team has also added a selection of drinks.

The restaurant’s name comes from the real black cowhide used to cover its walls. The Gambaro family has a strong reputation in seafood and a boutique hotel on Caxton Street but the Black Hide is their first steakhouse. They offer their customers delicious seafood dishes as well as one of the largest selections of premium Australian wagyu and Angus steak cuts.

The restaurant also has an impressive wine list and cocktails. The staff is friendly and efficient. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is elegant. This is the perfect place to enjoy a meal with friends or family.

Alchemy

The restaurant offers amazing food and drinks, along with a gorgeous view of the river. It also has a cozy atmosphere and great service. Google users give it 4.5 stars and say that the staff is courteous.

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A low-key pub in Park Slope that serves beer on tap and a small menu of hearty, British-inspired dishes. This warm, laid-back space is adorned with dark wood, refurbished antique bar fixtures, and exposed brick. It’s a welcoming spot for a casual pint and snack, or for a four-course meal with wine. Be sure to save room for dessert — the home-made apple crisp is a keeper. It’s served in a mini tart pan, with a scoop of ice cream melting in the middle. It’s topped with cinnamony crumbs and a sprinkling of crystallized ginger. The dessert is so good, you’ll want to lick the pan clean.