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The 10-seat counter welcomes diners in for an intimate experience.

Joy

An elusive seat at Sarah Baldwin’s coveted counter is worth the effort. 
Chef-owner Tim Scott at work in the kitchen at Exhibition, Brisbane.

Exhibition

Tim Scott and his team showcase skill and artistry across more than 20 courses.
The interiors at Blume showing pickles in jars on shelves.

Blume

This stellar regional restaurant is in full bloom.
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Chefs behind the pass in the moody interior of Brisbane restaurant Essa

Essa

This ever-consistent wood-fired favourite brings playfulness to fine dining.
A candid photo of Agnes in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. The picture shows diners and waitresses moving about.

Agnes

The flames – and new ideas – keep burning bright at Brisbane’s temple of fire.
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A wooden tray displaying cuts of raw fish, skilfully prepared by the chefs at Sushi Room, Brisbane.

Sushi Room

Precise technique in luxury surrounds on the ground floor of The Calile Hotel.
Old-school charm greets diners at Pilloni.

Pilloni

Disarmingly good Italian food executed with a regional twist.
The interiors at Gerard's in Brisbane, featuring a tree in the centre of the dining room and warm timber walls.

Gerard’s

This James Street stalwart brings centuries-old Levantine flavours into 2025. 
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Locally sourced, upretentious and seasonal food is at the forefront at Gum Bistro.

Gum Bistro

This relaxed neighbourhood diner serves serious food from brunch to dinner.
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The light-filled dining room at August, Brisbane.

August

European-inspired plates and relaxed service inside a former house of worship. 
A close-up shot of potato rosti, creme fraiche, yarra valley caviar, chives from Bar Soma in Hervey Bay, Queensland

Bar Soma

Hervey Bay is known for its beaches, humpback whales – and now, this brilliant little wine bar.
Slow cooked short rib al pastor, aji amarillo, pineapple with tortilla.

Norté

Exciting Latin flavours with a sophisticated Gold Coast pedigree.
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The dining room at Jungle Fowl.

Jungle Fowl

Vibrant Thai fare in the tropical heart of Far North Queensland.