Brisbane/Meanjin is well known for its top-notch foodie scene, with new restaurants, cafes and impressive menus constantly popping up across the city. It’s almost impossible to keep up to date on it all.
To make it easier, we’ve introduced The Feed, your best place for finding Brisbane’s latest updates in the world of food and drink every Thursday. Hope you’re hungry, because here’s all the news you might have missed over the past week or two.
OTTO Brisbane’s Boozy Dolci Series Adds Ice-Cold Granita To The Menu
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The hottest way to cool down this summer? OTTO Brisbane’s Boozy Dolci series which is now serving a dessert that’s refreshing, indulgent and made for Brisbane’s balmiest season. Head Chef Will Cowper and Head Pastry Chef Gianna Cowper have created a take on granita infused with Italy’s most iconic liqueurs and cocktails—think Aperol, espresso martini, limoncello and negroni. Paired with silky pannacotta and flavoured jellies, this limited-time-only dish is available from 3 December with flavours rotating throughout the season. Book here.
Mr Percival’s Is Launching A Four-Week Brunch Club Full Of Sunshine And Spritzes
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It might technically be November but the summer vibes are officially on because Mr Percival’s—aka your favourite overwater spot for good times—is launching a limited four-week Brunch Club series that’s fresh, fun, and flavourful. Kicking off this Sunday 23 November, the share-style menu features vibrant starters, indulgent mains and a refreshing finish of seasonal fruit and sorbets for a taste of Europe with Percy’s signature flair. As for drinks, you’ll be welcomed with a cocktail on arrival, before enjoying tipples from the St-Germain roving spritz cart throughout the afternoon—served to the tune of DJs and live performers each week. Tickets are $85 per person, with bookings essential here.
Stan’s Lounge Is Now Doing Weekly Album Listening Sessions With A $10 Snack Menu
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Listening to the right album in the right environment is nothing short of a euphoric experience, which is why moody hideaway Stan’s Lounge has just launched Front 2 Back: a weekly series dedicated to the culture of deep listening.
Behind velvet curtains tucked above the bustling energy of Howard Smith Wharves, you can sit back and experience albums that shaped generations—from jazz icons to electronic innovators—on a world-class high-fidelity system. Each session will present two records connected by era, influence or genre played in full, bringing music lovers together for your new midweek ritual. Plus, to complement the evening, you can enjoy a curated $10 snack menu alongside Stan’s signature cocktails, featuring the likes of duck and mushroom dumplings, cumin-spiced lamb ribs, and salt and pepper silken tofu. It all goes down every Wednesday night from 7pm to 9pm—book here.
Gelato Messina’s Mega Christmas Trifle Is Back—And It’s An Absolute Unit
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In news you’ll want to clear the freezer for, Messina’s back to deliver their signature Christmas chaos in the form of a massive sugar hit. Their legendary Christmas Coma trifle is back for 2025, and this year it’s joined by a brand new bauble that’s smaller in size, but not in flavour.
Starting with the main event, the Christmas Coma is a monster gelato-based trifle. Picture layers of passionfruit sorbet, strawberry gelato, baked cheesecake, passionfruit cheesecake mousse, vanilla chantilly, Italian meringue, raspberry-jam Swiss roll and raspberry jelly, all of which comes with a litre of Messina brandy custard. Clocking in at $250, this hefty trifle will feed 20-30 according to Messina, but we’ll let you be the judge.
Then there’s the new kid on the block. The Pistachio Christmas Bauble is a brand new showstopper that’s basically edible art. Crack open a glossy milk chocolate shell and you’ll find pistachio praline, pistachio crunch, pistachio gelato and a swirl of white chocolate mousse, and at $150 you can feed a crowd of 8-10. Even better? Order both and get a cheeky $50 discount.
Both can be pre-ordered here and believe us, these will sell out fast. Check the Messina website here for specific delivery and pick up options in your area.
YOMG Is Getting Messy With Their Sloppy Joe’s Menu Available For A Limited Time
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Don’t mind the mess, it’s just YOMG’s new take on a cult-fave comfort: a limited-edition Sloppy Joe’s range. With fans roaring for the return of YOMG’s house-made sauce first created over a decade ago, the comeback is oozing with all the good stuff across an expanded range of burgers, mouth-watering sides, and an all-new box offering.
Leading the charge is the OG Sloppy Joe, stacked with beef, melted cheese, sweet and spicy pickles, chipotle mayo, and a slathering of YOMG’s signature sauce. Pair it with their new parmesan-crumbed mozzarella stix, lasagna bites, and Joe’s Macaroni and Cheese, and you’ve got a meal bound to make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. The Sloppy Joe’s range is now available until Thursday 4 December 2025 at all YOMG locations across Australia (excluding Burleigh Heads). Find your local here.
Snack On Dumplings And One-Day-Only Small Plates At Supernormal On Sundays
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Sometimes you want your tried-and-tested order and sometimes you want to mix it up. When you’re feeling the latter, Supernormal’s new Sunday offering has you sorted, featuring a lineup of dumplings, snacks and a few surprises exclusive to the final day of the week. The Supernormal on Sundays menu features potstickers with crisp edges, golden buns, silky wontons and crisp pancakes to dip in Szechuan-spiced chilli oil. To keep you refreshed for your Sunday sesh, Supernormal is pouring a range of house-made Chühai highballs that go down like a breeze while spritzing up your day. Available from 11:30am, you can book here.
XXXX Drops Limited-Edition Can Designs To Celebrate Brisbane’s Epic Sporting Wins
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Brisbane’s performance on the sporting field lately has given us plenty to cheer for. From the Broncos first premiership in 19 years, the fourth Broncos female win since 2020, and of course the Lions’ fourth AFL Premiership win, we’re raising a toast any chance we can get. To help you celebrate, XXXX have unveiled two new limited-edition can designs so you can show your Queensland pride—while sipping a frothy one. Featuring custom logos of the Brisbane Lions and Brisbane Broncos alongside XXXX iconic gold and red, the cans will be available from independent bottle shops around Brisbane from the week commencing 27 October.
We’ve Dropped A Secret Menu In Brisbane
Ever wondered what chefs whip up when they’re not plating your usual order? Well, the kitchen curtain’s finally lifting. We’ve teamed up with American Express® for a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it secret menu dining series—your VIP pass to fresh flavours you won’t find on the menu. For the month of October, head to West End’s Picnic Cafe for tom kha risotto: chef Jill Thanaree’s reimagining of the humble risotto through the lens of her favourite Thai soup. Meanwhile, over at Walter’s Steakhouse, go full la dolce vita with an iconic Italian double act. Here, a golden Fairlight veal cotoletta, drenched in parm butter and a glossy veal jus is paired with an Erbe Rosso Negroni—a sparkling take on tradition. These menus are here for a good time, not a long time, so get in quick. Find out more here.
A New Era for The Historic Fox Hotel As Ghanem Group Revives South Brisbane Icon
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One of Brisbane’s most iconic venues is getting a major level-up, with hospitality heavyweights Ghanem Group (Donna Chang, Blackbird, Byblós) officially taking over The Fox Hotel in South Brisbane. The historic venue, nestled in the heart of Fish Lane, will undergo a full transformation before reopening in late 2025, after a three year closure, as a multi-storey dining and entertainment precinct.
A staple of Brisbane’s nightlife for decades, The Fox’s rebirth will see its heritage-listed bones carefully restored while layering in Ghanem Group’s signature modern style. Think multiple dining destinations, a vibey cocktail lounge, function spaces, a revamped public bar, a gaming lounge, and—best of all—a rooftop terrace with sweeping city views. Brothers Adonis and Nehme Ghanem are thrilled to be the next custodians of the historic, heritage-listed site, revitalising it into something truly special for the community.
“This is our largest and one of our most exciting projects to date,” says Ghanem Group Director Adonis Ghanem. “The growing community of this area has long-awaited the return of this legendary venue, and to have the opportunity to bring the next era of dining and entertainment to this iconic site is a true honour.”
The redesign, led by Space Cubed Design Studio, will stay true to the hotel’s Art Deco charm while introducing a new wave of world-class dining and drinking experiences. Whether you’re stopping in for a long lunch, a sunset cocktail, or a big night out, The Fox’s next chapter is shaping up to be seriously impressive.
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