In 2026 APAX will take place at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in South Brisbane amongst other venues in Brisbane.

Be sure to take the time to explore Brisbane’s vibrant dining, shopping, markets, natural beauty and cultural scene. Brisbane has plenty to offer.

Our top dining and activity recommendations will help you discover a range of local flavours, laid-back eateries, and beautiful hikes and walks to keep you fuelled and energised throughout your stay. 

Dining

Breakfast, Coffee and Cafes

• O Bagel (South Bank)
• Cafe Disco (West End)
• Blackstar Coffee (West End)
• Salt (Newstead)
• The Green (Fortitude Valley)
• New Farm Deli (New Farm)

Lunch and Dinner

• Julius Pizzeria (South Brisbane)
• Chu the Phat (South Brisbane)
• Southside (South Brisbane)
• El Planta (South Brisbane)
• Hello Please (South Brisbane)
• Ma Pa Me (South Bank)
• Taro’s Ramen (South Brisbane)
• Bar Francine (West End)
• The Burrow (West End)
• Hai Hai Ramen (West End)
• Yamas (West End)
• Little Greek Taverna (West End)
• Mama Taco (West End)
• Vela Restaurant (West End)
• Felons Brewing Co (Howard Smith Wharves)
• Sunshine (Fortitude Valley)
• Ripiena (Fortitude Valley)
• Happy Boy (Fortitude Valley)

Late Night Hang Outs

Late night sips…

• Barbossa Bar (South Brisbane)
• Hotel Terminus (South Brisbane)
• Maeve Wine Bar (South Brisbane)
• Maker (South Brisbane)
• Midtown Bar (South Brisbane)
• La Lune Wine Co (South Brisbane)
• Bar Brutus (South Brisbane)
• Flying Colours (West End)
• The End Bar (West End)
• Intermission Bar and Kitchen (West End)
• Bar Alto (New Farm)
• Penelope’s (Fortitude Valley)
• Fountainhead Winehouse (Newstead)
• Niky (Newstead)
• Cru Bar (Fortitue Valley)

Local Amenities and Services

IGA Local Grocer South Brisbane
103 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Open 6am to 10pm daily 

Harris Farm Markets West End
7 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
Open 7am to 10pm daily 

Woolworths Macarthur Central
255 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Open 7am to 9pm Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Sunday 

Coles Central Brisbane Myer Express
Floor E, Elizabeth St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Open 7am to 9pm Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm Sunday