It was only after we had been dating for several months that my partner revealed his dilemma when faced with trying to choose a restaurant for our first dinner date.
Where do you take a food writer for dinner?
To save you from the same quandary I've made a little list of restaurants that will impress even the food mafia, as my partner has dubbed my foodie friends.
Montrachet
224 Given Terrace, Paddington p 3367 0030
Known for its fabulous French food, you would win points with this one by simply getting a late week booking. Make sure you book a table, not the bar if you want to look longingly into your partner’s eyes. And don't try to book Friday or Saturday nights - they’re shut.
E,d+bK review
Sake
Riverside Centre, Eagle Street, Brisbane
The new kid on the block when it comes to Japanese, Sake offers innovative Japanese food with a local twist and heaps of atmosphere. Check that your date likes raw seafood first.
E,d+bK review
E,d+bK review
The Buffalo Club
1/234 Wickham Street (entrance Brunswick Street) p 3216 1323
As hip as its name, The Buffalo Club food is a dream come true for the keen foodie. Start with mind blowing cocktail upstairs in the Sky Room.
E,d+bK review
Alchemy
175 Eagle Street, Brisbane p3229 3175
With an enviable river side position, Alchemy offers molecular gastronomy Brad Jolly style. Fabulous red chandelier as well.
Aria
1 Eagle Street,Brisbane. P 3233 2555
Matt Moran's show stopper, Aria has killer river views and desserts that truly satisfy. Big name, big promise, but the cred is there.
E,d+bK review
Ortiga
446 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley. P 3852 1155
Gourmet Traveller award winner and oh-so-hot Spanish food, you'll really show your style by taking your partner here.
E,d+bK review
Urbane
181 Mary Street,Brisbane p 3229 2271
Another high contender in the super cool stakes, Kim Machin’s innovative food is always a delight.
Share your favourite 'out to impress a foodie' restaurant below. Others will thank you!
Where do you take a food writer for dinner?
To save you from the same quandary I've made a little list of restaurants that will impress even the food mafia, as my partner has dubbed my foodie friends.
Montrachet
224 Given Terrace, Paddington p 3367 0030
Known for its fabulous French food, you would win points with this one by simply getting a late week booking. Make sure you book a table, not the bar if you want to look longingly into your partner’s eyes. And don't try to book Friday or Saturday nights - they’re shut.
E,d+bK review
Riverside Centre, Eagle Street, Brisbane The new kid on the block when it comes to Japanese, Sake offers innovative Japanese food with a local twist and heaps of atmosphere. Check that your date likes raw seafood first.
E,d+bK review
E,d+bK review
The Buffalo Club
1/234 Wickham Street (entrance Brunswick Street) p 3216 1323
As hip as its name, The Buffalo Club food is a dream come true for the keen foodie. Start with mind blowing cocktail upstairs in the Sky Room.
E,d+bK review
Alchemy
175 Eagle Street, Brisbane p3229 3175
With an enviable river side position, Alchemy offers molecular gastronomy Brad Jolly style. Fabulous red chandelier as well.
Aria
1 Eagle Street,Brisbane. P 3233 2555
Matt Moran's show stopper, Aria has killer river views and desserts that truly satisfy. Big name, big promise, but the cred is there.
E,d+bK review
Ortiga
446 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley. P 3852 1155
Gourmet Traveller award winner and oh-so-hot Spanish food, you'll really show your style by taking your partner here.
E,d+bK review
Urbane
181 Mary Street,Brisbane p 3229 2271
Another high contender in the super cool stakes, Kim Machin’s innovative food is always a delight.
Share your favourite 'out to impress a foodie' restaurant below. Others will thank you!