Best Lunch Restaurants in Stafford

95 restaurants available nearby

1. CRU Bar & Cellar

4.6

Exceptional(578)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 38 times today

Home to a celebrated wine bar, retail cellar, and private dining room, CRU pairs laid-back luxury with the stylish spirit of Brisbane’s James Street precinct.Our signature green onyx bar surrounds the shimmering heart of CRU, a glorious antique Baccarat chandelier Soak up the street scene or take a seat at the bar and lose yourself in our award-winning wine list.CRU is the perfect spot for a glass of something special, a leisurely lunch with friends, or a decadent dinner for two.

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2. Harveys Bar and Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(904)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • New Farm

Booked 39 times today

Harveys offers an all-day dining experience of unpretentious, seasonal cuisine served in inviting and stylish surrounds. With the highly regarded PJ McMillan at the helm, Harveys food is honest fare made with integrity, created and designed to reflect the current harvest and day-to-day availability of ingredients.Harveys can welcome you through the course of the day with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, and a design that takes full advantage of the superb location, with a stylish, comfortable bar and indoor and outdoor garden seating. Situated at the heart of the thriving James Street retail and entertainment precinct, visit Harveys as an old friend or a new one and experience the new expression of a timeless classic.

3. Essa Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(713)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Fortitude Valley

Booked 23 times today

ESSA provides a destination to escape the expected.Just like the raw interiors in which we reside, our work is simple but considered.The ethos in the kitchen embraces collaboration with local farmers, hunters and providores, promoting an environmentally conscious approach to the menu. Harvest driven dishes provide the creative parameters for our ever evolving dining experience. ESSA is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5pm till late and Friday, Saturday and Sunday lunch from 12pm.

4. Montrachet

4.8

Exceptional(196)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Bowen Hills

Booked 6 times today

Montrachet at Bowen Hills, is located on King Street. Large windows enclose a lavishly furnished space, creatingintimacy for a world of luxury inside; white tablecloths, silver cutlery, rich timbers and a well-stocked bar are all redolent of a charming Parisian brasserie and perceptive waitstaff are attentive in fulfilling culinary desires.Stepping into Montrachet is like stepping into a Parisian bistro. From the burgundy leather banquet that runs the length of the room, to the marble comptoir (bar), Montrachet oozes elegance and charm. Traditional overtones and design are accompanied by Laguiole cutlery, monogrammed crockery and glassware and a well stocked bar. French antiques, metal pastis signs and gilt framed mirrors create an ambience perfectly complimentary to the French cuisine of executive chef and owner Clement Chauvin is famous for.

5. Doughcraft

4.6

Exceptional(62)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 22 times today

At Doughcraft, our vision is to blend the rich traditions of French and Italian culinary arts, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof. We are dedicated to creating exceptional products with passion, tradition, and authenticity.From sunrise, our masterful French bakers craft unique viennoiseries and artisanal bread, ensuring every bite transports our customers to a quaint Parisian bakery. By midday, our freshly baked breads become the heart of delightful sandwiches and paninis, perfect for a busy city lunch.As the sun sets, Doughcraft transforms into an Italian haven. Our skilled Italian chefs take over, infusing the evening with the vibrant flavours of Italy. Whether it’s our hand-made pasta, authentic pizzas, or other Italian specialties, each dish is a testament to our dedication to culinary excellence.At Doughcraft, we celebrate the unity of these two renowned culinary traditions, offering Brisbane a unique and unforgettable dining experience from morning till night.

6. Lobby Bar

4.3

Awesome(139)

Price: Expensive

• Australian • Brisbane CBD

Booked 5 times today

Perfectly poised at the entrance of The Calile Hotel and spilling into vibrant Ada Lane, Lobby Bar is the ideal spot to wile away the day until it ebbs into the night. Executive Chef, Mark Godbeer has designed a progressive Australian style menu utilising local produce and rooftop ingredients for breakfast, lunch, bar snacks and dinner taster options so you can pop in at all hours, leave satisfied and begin planning your next visit. Behind the bar - a cocktail menu which nods to the classics while offering its own flavour of reinvention complimenting a wine list that celebrates great Australian and international wine makers. With windows that throw open, breathing in the Brisbane climate, Lobby Bar is your destination for a single morning espresso or a night of working your way through the cocktail list. A space that is a celebration of its surrounds, as perfect for one as it is for many, Lobby Bar will fast become your go to in James Street.

7. The Green

4.6

Exceptional(392)

Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Fortitude Valley

Booked 16 times today

Modern Middle Eastern Mediterranean Restaurant with exceptional selection of salads and charcoal grilled selection of meats. We offer dine in option as well as take home meals. The Green specializes in A'la Carte restaurant up to 60 seats, take home meal as well as Private Parties, Corporate and Press Events, Weddings and other celebrations for groups from 5 to 150. We feature beautiful private event spaces perfect for any occasion, as well as the option to book the entire restaurant. Menus range from passed hors d'oeuvres and cocktails to our diverse shared menus for seated dinner.

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8. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

4.4

Awesome(1519)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brisbane CBD

Booked 51 times today

Black Hide Steak and Seafood by Gambaro at Queens Wharf will enchant and entertain guests by offering world-class Queensland steak as the hero cuisine, and a selection of mouth-watering seafood dishes.Experience and savour exceptional personalised guest service and a divinely rich atmosphere that can only be delivered by blending intricate and cutting-edge design with worldly charm and sophistication.Overlooking the Brisbane River and within an easy stroll of the city’s arts and cultural South Bank precinct, this stunning restaurant will be perfectly positioned on level 4, on the terrace of the new extraordinary Queens Wharf

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9. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

4.6

Exceptional(470)

Price: Moderate

• French • South Bank

Booked 9 times today

A doyenne of the Brisbane patisserie scene, Belle Époque pays homage to the beauty of French traditions with its food philosophy, authentic design and exceptional quality. Sweet and savoury and absolutely sublime, every element of the menu - from breakfast to lunch to the famed High Teas in between - is skillfully and freshly crafted every day by our dedicated in-house team.

10. Italia Lane

4.6

Exceptional(11)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Fortitude Valley

Booked 11 times today

Italia Lane is a contemporary Italian restaurant in the heart of Fortitude Valley where the spirit of ‘la dolce vita’ comes to life. We celebrate the simple joys of life through an inviting atmosphere that blends modern European dining with the warmth of a traditional Italian gathering. Our Executive Head Chef Rino, a culinary expert from Rome, crafts traditional and contemporary dishes, creating a menu that delights both the palate and the soul. Whether it's a leisurely lunch in our lush open air laneway, a romantic evening under fairy lights, or a night out with friends, Italia Lane offers an authentic dining experience that embodies the beauty of good food, fine wine, and cherished moments.

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Kayleigh
Gold Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Exceptional experience, food and service. 10/10. Will be back.
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MontrachetPrice: Very Expensive• French• Bowen Hills
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4.8
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Carmel
Sunshine Coast •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food is always consistently good. The service is great and the staff are always very efficient, pleasant and helpful.
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Harveys Bar and BistroPrice: Expensive• Australian• New Farm
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4.8
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Lindsey
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent experience, food was fabulous and service was great too!
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CRU Bar & CellarPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Fortitude Valley
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4.6
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zoee
Brisbane •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As always, the Wednesday chefs plate menu was brilliant, and really good value for money. The team really know their wines and it’s always brilliant quality.
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Essa RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Fortitude Valley
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4.7
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Simone
Brisbane •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Wow wow wow love watching you both on my kitchen rules we had to try your food 10/10 each meal absolutely amazing ❤️ amazing service 🥂beautiful ambience ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ x cannot wait to go back ✨ thank you
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DoughcraftPrice: Moderate• Italian• Brisbane CBD
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4.6

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95 restaurants available nearby

1. CRU Bar & Cellar

2. Harveys Bar and Bistro

3. Essa Restaurant

4. Montrachet

5. Doughcraft

6. Lobby Bar

7. The Green

8. Black Hide Steak & Seafood at Queens Wharf

9. Belle Epoque - Emporium Hotel South Bank

10. Italia Lane

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