Looking to impress a first date, planning to pop the question or just fancy treating your beau? Whatever the occasion, you're going to need a beautiful venue to impress the pants of 'em. From Art Deco eateries slinging out upmarket Chinese fare to rooftop beauties dazzling us with tapas and cocktails, here are Brisbane's romantic restaurants.
Last updated on 4th January 2023
It doesn't get much more elegant than Iris Rooftop. Nestled above Hotel X in Fortitude Valley, this glorious hangout is ideal for schmoozing your beau. Catch up over the tapas-style eats, all while lapping up the mesmerising, panoramic views of the city and the dazzling cocktail list.
Donna Chang is renowned as one of the best romantic restaurants in Brisbane City. The venue really packs the wow factor, with stunning Art Deco chandeliers, dangling greenery and opulent chandeliers, making it perfect for an intimate meal tucking into authentic Chinese fare.
An eye-catching restaurant with a view, Hellenika is making sure that your date night goes to plan. Echoing the laid-back vibes of the Mediterranean, this Greek dining destination slings out an array of heavenly bites; we're talkin' chargrilled Wagyu steak, spanakopita and so much more.
Sporting cool, stripped-back decor, from the concrete bar to the industrial piped ceiling, Gerard's Bar is a great choice for your date night dinner. Dive into the creative menu of Middle Eastern dishes that are perfect for sharing, not to mention the cocktails and bubbles selection.
Add a little European romance to proceedings over at Allonda in Newstead. This cool, contemporary restaurant is not only quite the looker, but it also proudly totes a menu of enticing Italian fare - expect plates such pasta, risotto and black onyx steak.
JuJu Bar & Dining is one of those fancy restaurants in Brisbane that also happens to exude a laid-back vibe. Pull up to one of the black marble tables to enjoy an intimate dinner for two, chatting over lamb ribs, roasted duck and Wagyu steak.
What's more romantic than a swish Italian restaurant? Found in South Bank, Vici is bringing laid-back, intimate vibes with its appealing aesthetic (think hanging plants and plank wood seating), offering a gorgeous backdrop for date night feasting.
For a beautiful and romantic restaurant by Brisbane's river, it has to be Greca. Overlooking the water, this warm, taverna-style eatery is an ideal dinner date idea for couples. Chomp on moreish Mediterranean munch that's sure to impress, paired with twists on classic cocktails.
Whether it's a first date on the cards or you're treating your other half, Happy Boy is a lovely Chinese restaurant that's sure to put you in the good books. Settle under the deck's fairy-lit trees and fill your boots with bites such as flash-fried lamb in Sichuan spicy oil or cha-siu BBQ chicken.
Scrumptious East Asian-fusion food is at the heart of what this romantic restaurant in Brisbane's CBD does. Fat Noodle flaunts atmospheric interiors that give a nod to its heritage, plus whips a mouthwatering range of eats, from pad Thai to seafood pho and Singapore laksa.
Showcasing views across the river, alongside flowing white tablecloths and floor-to-ceiling windows, Otto really is a romantic Italian restaurant in Brisbane. This place is sure to make your date swoon with a variety of expertly prepared pasta and fish dishes coupled with heady cocktails.
