Brisbane has plenty of fantastic family-friendly restaurants that are perfect for a casual outing or a special occasion. From relaxed spots boasting fun playgrounds and must-try destinations offering dining areas specifically for kids, the best family restaurants in Brisbane promise a memorable time for the whole crew.
A Sunnybank Hills hotspot serves up all-you-can-eat Korean fried chicken, and an RSL club in Cleveland offers excellent value for young kids. You’ll find comfort food served up in relaxed restaurants in Woolloongabba and Coorparoo, while the CBD is home to some of the best Thai food in Brisbane. In Carindale, a veritable feast of Italian favourites awaits for a pizza party the whole family will remember
Wherever you go, you’re sure to find a warm welcome, kid-friendly menus and activities, and top-notch dishes at the best family restaurants in Brisbane. Get your next family outing sorted – book on OpenTable today.
Read on for the 10 best family restaurants in Brisbane
For one of the best family restaurants in Brisbane for all ages – try Eatons Hill Hotel Bistro in Eatons Hill
Eatons Hill Hotel Bistro offers a fantastic dining and entertainment experience for all ages. Enjoy your meal alongside family-friendly live music performances. Kids can explore the huge indoor playground complete with climbing nets and slides, or they can settle down in the PlayStation theatre room. The main dining area is perfect for a lively meal, while the internal balcony is ideal for a quiet dinner. While the entertainment is a major draw, the food is the main act at Eatons Hill Hotel Bistro. Start with share plates of fluffy focaccia with jamon prosciutto cooked in a woodfired oven. Move onto some appetisers like crispy, golden fried calamari, marinated in Eatons Hill’s secret spice mix. Mains include crispy skin pork belly and tender slow-cooked Angus beef cheek. The kids’ menu includes favourites like fish and chips, chicken nuggets and ham and cheese pizza.
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For well-crafted Korean fried chicken – visit Seoul Bistro in Sunnybank
Seoul Bistro serves up flavour-packed Korean fried chicken made with fresh Australian produce. A popular offering here is the all-you-can-eat buffet, which lets you enjoy 10 different flavours of unlimited fried wings, plus thin-cut fries, soft garlic bread and iced tea. Dig into bright-red bowls of fried chicken flavoured with house-made sauces, or try fried chicken burgers with a basket of fries on the side. Flavours include hot ‘n’ spicy, peri peri and honey soy. Whether you’re ordering a la carte or enjoying the buffet, you can add on some fresh, crunchy K-slaw or fluffy bowls of rice. Lunchtime specials include smokey BBQ burgers and juicy buttermilk tenders with spicy mayo.
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For one of the best family restaurants in Brisbane with game nights – book at Full Moon Hotel in Sandgate
Full Moon Hotel brings local flavours with a local feel near the Bay. There are several dining options, including the Moonlight Bar, which hosts trivia and bingo once a week. But one of the best options for families is The Treehouse, an indoor backyard with an open-plan design that lets kids play safely. They can hang out on the bench swing or play with the plastic veggie patch. The kids’ menu (under 12s) includes wood-fired Hawaiian pizza and grilled halloumi burgers with herb mayo and crispy chips. Plus each meal comes with a complimentary small drink. On the full menu for lunch, you’ll find grilled oysters, juicy beef burgers with bacon jam and slow-braised ragu lasagne. Earlier in the morning (until 10:30 am), you can enjoy fluffy buttermilk waffles or housemade granola with creamy pannacotta.
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For a budget-friendly spot the kids will love – head to Sails Restaurant, Redlands RSL in Cleveland
Redlands RSL’s main dining area, Sails Restaurant, Redlands RSL, is the perfect spot for a laid-back family meal. Plus, it certainly helps that kids eat for just $5 on Mondays and Tuesdays. The varied menu includes lime-and-coconut-flavoured potato and salmon Thai fish cakes, tender slow-cooked rabbit gnocchi and a vegan plant-based protein-packed schnitzel. Additionally, you can order a full or petite serving of the ever-changing roast of the day. On the kids’ menu, you’ll find crispy crumbed calamari with chips, the always popular spaghetti and meatballs (with a gluten-free option available) and juicy grilled fish. This under-12s menu also includes a free 200 ml soft drink or an ice cream. Soak up the coastal atmosphere in this relaxed, carpeted dining space that’s always happy to welcome families.
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For one of the best family restaurants in Brisbane for a pizza party – visit Sasso Italiano in Woolloongabba
This neighbourhood trattoria serves up well-made old-school Italian food designed for sharing among the family. Sasso Italiano designed its chic dining space to evoke the vibe of Italian-American restaurants in the 1970s, with retro seating, dim lights and an unbeatable atmosphere. Order soft scallops crudo and tender Australian lamb cutlets from the a la carte menu, or let the kitchen take charge with the feed me and feast me menus. These offerings highlight the best seasonal dishes on the menu, whether it’s a La Vegano pizza with seasonal vegetables or juicy chicken cacciatore with salty olives and capers. Finish off with one of the ever-changing gelato flavours, affogato made with St Remio espresso or a creamy white-chocolate panna cotta.
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For celebrating a birthday with stunning cakes – book at Wild Canary in Brookfield
Tucked away in Brookfield Gardens, Wild Canary is a farm-to-table botanical bistro that works with nature to serve up unforgettable dishes for breakfast and lunch. Enjoy a lovely family meal indoors amidst vibrant artwork or outdoors in a peaceful garden. On the menu, you’ll find breakfast and lunch favourites like eggs benedict served on a flaky croissant and tender slow-braised beef brisket burrito bowls. A rotating house-made pie of the day comes with with a fresh kitchen garden salad, and the Wild Canary breakfast includes smokey bacon, poached eggs, kitchen greens and more. A kids’ menu is also available on request, and there’s a range of vegetarian and gluten/dairy-free options available. The main highlights here are the intricate, elegant cakes, layered with cream and topped with flowers; this is the perfect spot for a special celebration. The main menu is available until 2 pm, but afterwards, you can still enjoy cakes and tasty treats from the pastry cabinet.
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For one of the best family restaurants in Brisbane in the heart of the city – try Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar in the Brisbane CBD
Enjoy traditional Thai cuisine at Jumbo Thai Restaurant & Bar, in the heart of the CBD. Awarded Best Thai Restaurant in SE Queensland in 2022 and 2023, its chic, art-filled dining space is the perfect spot for a fun family meal. The various banquets (Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and vegetarian) are perfect for large groups. Enjoy soft and crispy pan-fried prawn and ginger dumplings or polish off some juicy satay chicken skewers. A classic pad thai is always a popular option, alongside the tender beef brisket Penang curry or the hearty vegetarian roast pumpkin red curry. Don’t forget to grab some fluffy bowls of rice or a pile of buttery roti on the side. Finally, finish things off with some smooth and sweet coconut ice cream.
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For wood-fired pizzas and handmade pasta – head to Factory51 in Coorparoo
Housed in a red-brick warehouse in Coorparoo, Factory51 serves up comforting Italian food for the whole family. It maintains a charmingly rustic quality that’s perfect for a relaxed meal with your loved ones. Book a table in the elegantly industrial indoor dining space or grab a seat outdoors under the string lights. The chefs make the wood-fired pizzas with hand-stretched, cold-fermented dough, and they top them with mouth-watering ingredients such as house-smoked brisket and creamy goat cheese. The personal touch continues with the handmade potato gnocchi and semolina pasta. The kids’ menu includes braised beef ragu, small, simple pizzas and house-churned vanilla gelato with sprinkles. For large bookings, groups over eight can access the Italian feast group menu. It includes starters like porcini mushroom arancini with aromatic truffle aioli and sweet truffle and honey butter focaccia. Hearty house-made pasta and classic pizzas follow next. Kids under 12 or those with dietary restrictions can still order from the a la carte menu.
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For one of the best family restaurants in Brisbane for steak – visit Bracken Ridge Tavern in Bracken Ridge
Bracken Ridge Tavern boasts three seating areas: Champions Sports Bar, Phoenix Bar and Lounge and Panama Jack’s Steak and Rib House. At Panama Jack’s, steak is, of course, the main attraction, with several types and cuts to choose from, cooked to your liking. This includes Nolan’s beef, grass-fed for at least 60 days. There are also tender slow-cooked beef ribs and pork ribs served with a sweet BBQ maple and bourbon glaze. Panama Jack’s is also the best option for group bookings if you’re celebrating a special occasion, and there are plenty of weekly specials. Champions Sports Bar serves up casual food like juicy buffalo wings and flavour-packed pizzas, perfect to enjoy while you take in AFL, rugby or Formula 1. Meanwhile, Phoenix Bar and Lounge is a relaxed spot for drinks and finger food like arancini balls.
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For an Italian feast – book a table at Elio’s Osteria in Carina
With over two decades of experience serving up Italian comfort food with a local touch, Elio’s Osteria is the perfect spot for a fun night out with friends and family. One of the best options for big groups is Elio’s feast. For a set price per diner, the staff will keep an eye on you and load up the table with dishes until you don’t want any more. Just enjoy each other’s company and let Elio’s handle the rest. The a la carte and set menus include dishes like soft mozzarella focaccias, creamy blue cheese gnocchi and fresh, hand-stretched pizzas. You can order pizzas in regular, medium or family sizes and make them half and half for no extra cost. Elio’s waitstaff can also provide colouring books (for kids or adults), and if you’ll be bringing a pram, just let them know when you book.
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Whether you’re after tasty Thai or mouth-watering Italian, you’ll find plenty of family-friendly restaurants throughout the city. With kids’ menus, indoor playgrounds and fun activities for all ages, the best family restaurants in Brisbane are always happy to accommodate young diners. Feasts and banquet menus make it easy to feed a large group, and special deals for kids help you find great value all over the city. So, whether you’re after breakfast, lunch or dinner, something casual or something special, these restaurants have the perfect table for your family.
