Brisbane, Australia

I grew up in Brisbane and recently went back again in May 2024. Sharing some places I used to love and some new ones I've discovered too.

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Brisbane City - Inner Suburbs

CBD

Food Places

Yakiniku Hachi

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Yakiniku seems to be all the rage these days in Brisbane. My friend brought me here and it was really good, especially the beef and the squid!

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Ciao Papi

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Located at Howard Smith Wharves, this Italian restaurant has a beautiful view of the Brisbane river and the city. We had the lunch set on a weekday and it was really enjoyable especially with the cool weather.

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Dessert

Yo-Chi

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A fun DIY froyo place where you can build your perfect frozen yoghurt cup. It has lots of froyo flavours and toppings to choose from. Went twice because of two friends' recommendations!

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The Pancake Manor

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Pancakes in a cathedral building. I remember this feeling like a special treat because of how cool the interior was!

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Le Bon Choix

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This was always a favourite place to get cakes for special occasions.

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Shopping

Brisbane City Markets (Reddacliff Place)

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Outside the library, this farmer's market held every Wednesday is a nice find if you're out and about in the city. I remember getting nice bagels and hot dogs here.

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Queen Street Mall

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The iconic mall that stretches across a few blocks in the CBD.

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General Points of Interest

Howard Smith Wharves

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Lots of restaurants and bars under the iconic Story Bridge. Nice vibes at this area!

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Kangaroo Point Cliffs Lookout

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A lookout point that gives you a great view of the city

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North Quay Ferry Terminal - South Bank 2 Ferry Terminal

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One of the CityCat stations, search CityHopper for when and which stops they operate free ferry rides - a great way to get around the city with a great view

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Gallery of Modern Art

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Modern art gallery in a beautiful modern building - check out the website to see what exhibitions they have

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State Library of Queensland

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Nice quiet place to chill - modern and spacious library building

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Victoria Park Putt Putt

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Golf course with putt putt course available too

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Roma Street Parkland

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Large park located near the Brisbane CBD. A nice place to have a picnic or walk

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Botanic Gardens Edward Street Gates

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Botanic Gardens located near the Queensland University of Technology

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Paddington

Paddington

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A lovely neighbourhood on the hill. People usually head here because of the cafes around here

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NAÏM

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A greek restaurant which also serves greek style brunch foods. The food (and coffee!) was so good!

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West End

West End

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A trendy neighbourhood with alternative vibes and good restaurants.

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The West End Markets

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Farmer's markets that happen every Saturday morning

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Brisbane City - Northern Suburbs

Brisbane Airport

DFO Brisbane

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Outlet mall located near the Brisbane Airport

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Carseldine

The Carseldine Farmers & Artisan Markets

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Large farmer's markets selling produce, food, clothes and more! Opens every Saturday in the morning to noon.

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Chermside

Westfield Chermside

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Large mall located in a Northern Suburb

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Sandgate

Sandgate

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A quiet suburb by the beach

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Doug's Seafood Cafe

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A casual seafood eatery near the beach. Good, fresh seafood.

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Brisbane City - Southern Suburbs

Sunnybank

Sunnybank

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Sunnybank is a suburb South of Brisbane with a large Asian population - you'll find lots of Asian food here

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Sunnybank Plaza

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Small shopping centre

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Market Square Sunnybank

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Lots of restaurants and Asian groceries located around here

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Brisbane City - Western Suburbs

Mount Coot-tha

Mount Coot-Tha Summit Lookout

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A popular lookout location that gives you a great view of Brisbane

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Fig Tree Pocket

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

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Animal experience with Koalas and other native animals. Feed kangaroos in a free roaming area too.

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St. Lucia

The University of Queensland

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Beautiful university campus with classic sandstone buildings.

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Indooroopilly

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre

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Large suburban shopping mall

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Beyond Brisbane

Gold Coast

Yatala Pies

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A famous Aussie pie joint. Lots of pies to choose from and some classic sweets too - try the jam and cream donut!

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Surfers Paradise

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The most popular beach on the Gold Coast, lots of tourists there but it's still beautiful. They also have a market every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday evening.

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