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Shunsai

A real slice of Japan in Brisbane is this pocket-sized upmarket restaurant and bar found tucked away under a schmick apartment block

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A real slice of Japan in Brisbane is this pocket-sized upmarket restaurant and bar found tucked away under a schmick apartment block

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The Must Do Brisbane guide to the go-to restaurants in East Brisbane. Pictures and reviews.

East Brisbane

Yakitori Kiku

Tucked away in East Brisbane, Yakitori Kiku serves up authentic Japanese charcoal-grilled skewers in a cosy, Tokyo-style setting.

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East Brisbane

Olli Italiano

Olli Italiano is a charming contemporary Italian eatery and bar serving up delicious pizzas, pasta and antipasti as well as Italian cocktails

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East Brisbane

The German Club

For a rollickin' good night in an old-fashioned community setting, The German Club, is one of Brisbane’s best-kept secrets

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East Brisbane

La Bodega Taqueria

A bright and breezy terracotta-hued Mexican restaurant located in a tiny precinct of eateries off Lytton Rd

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East Brisbane

Pawpaw Café

Inhabiting an historic shop on Stanley Street is this all-day brunch café and Pan Asian restaurant by night

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East Brisbane

Future Magic Brewing Co

A convivial suburban microbrewery tucked away in an industrial side street, serving cool beers & hot pizza

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East Brisbane

KCS Chicken

A hidden gem of a Korean fried chicken eatery occupying an historic shop in East Brisbane

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East Brisbane

Shunsai

Shunsai is a real slice of Japan in Brisbane - a pocket-sized upmarket Japanese restaurant and bar found tucked away

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East Brisbane

Banana Leaf

Banana Leaf in East Brisbane dishes up top-notch Thai fare in a funky setting

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The Music And Life of Barbra Streisand

Celebrate the timeless music of Barbra Streisand in a dazzling new concert event starring Melinda Schneider.

Aug 21

Science Night - Amphibians with Dr Ian Brennan

Combine Friday night drinks with a fascinating journey into the world of frogs

Aug 21

ARCO - Bohemian Dreams Tour

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Aug 21

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Every Saturday

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Aug 22

Brisbane Ukrainian Festival 2026

Ukrainian Festival Brisbane is back with Ukrainian food, music, and community spirit in August.

Aug 22

Southern Realm Festival

Jousting, armoured combat, living history and fantasy is returning to Boonah

Aug 22-23

Walkabout Creek Wedding Showcase

Brisbane's favourite rainforest venue is hosting a wedding showcase

Aug 23

Vivaldi’s Legacy

The Australian Brandenburg Orchestra returns to Brisbane this August with Vivaldi's Legacy

Aug 25

Brisbane Festival 2026

Get ready to switch on, light up and come alive at this year's Brisbane Festival - the city's biggest and boldest celebration of art and community

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MUST DO

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

Bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen with Origins Italian Cooking Classes, where authentic recipes, family traditions and the joy of gathering around the table take centre stage

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Aug 21-23

From a vibrant Ukrainian festival, a medieval fantasy weekend and Brisbane’s biggest trackside party of the year, to a dazzling Barbra Streisand tribute and a brand-new romance-only bookstore

This Weekend Aug 21-23

Brisbane Festival - Festival Village South Bank

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HOT TICKET

Southern Realm Festival

Southern Realm Festival is returning to Boonah this month transforming the Boonah Showgrounds into a weekend of jousting, armoured combat, living history and fantasy

Southern Realm Festival

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