If you haven’t heard, the iconic work of Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen is currently gracing GOMA, and it's a visual feast you don't want to miss. Running until October 7, this exclusive-to-Brisbane exhibition is a full-on sensory journey into her avant-garde creations. Whether you're planning to check it out or already blown away by her designs, why not elevate your day with some drool-worthy eats nearby? Here’s where you should head to indulge.
Harajuku Gyoza’s Osaka Omurice Chef Residency
Get ready for some serious culinary theatre at Harajuku Gyoza, where Chef Tadamichi is whipping up omurice right at your table. Think fluffy omelette atop a bed of rice, with your choice of three delicious styles: classic demi-glace, tangy ketchup, or Osaka Okonomiyaki-style with a sweet and savoury okonomi sauce, mayo, and katsuobushi flakes. It’s an art form on a plate, and at just $28 a pop, it’s a steal. Swing by on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4 pm to 8 pm, and Friday to Sunday from 11:30 am - 3 pm, and 5 pm - 8 pm until, but hurry—this residency wraps up on September 1.
OTTO Osteria’s Pasta Club
Calling all pasta lovers! OTTO Osteria is hosting the ultimate Pasta Club, where each month you can take a pasta-fuelled tour of Italy. From 5:30 pm on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 3 pm on Sundays, indulge in two variations of house-made pasta, paired with a glass of vino, and finish with a tiramisù cannoli that’ll have you dreaming of la dolce vita. Plus, Sunday sessions come with live tunes. Walk-ins are cool, but if you want to lock it in, it’s $45pp to reserve your spot.
Vici Bottomless Brunch With A French Twist
Brunch just got a whole lot fancier at Vici. For $90pp, you can dive into a decadent five-course spread paired with Aix en Provence Rosé and French Martinis. We’re talking marinated Mount Zero olives, crispy arancini, signature wood-fired bread, flash-fried calamari, and a refreshing caprese ensalata. Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am, this is the perfect way to indulge your inner Francophile.
Calida’s Gaucho Selección
If you’re craving bold, Latin flavours, Calida’s Gaucho Selección is where it’s at. Perfect for two or more, this seven-plate feast is a steal at $65pp. Start with crusty pan blanco tostado served with savory beef jus, then dive into queso ahumado—smoked cheese baked to perfection. Other highlights include pork belly & morcilla, grilled and brushed with sherry caramel, and a 300g Kidman beef served with chimichurri and smoked salt. Finish off with alfajores, a traditional dulce de leche cookie that’s simply divine.
Baba Ganouj’s $25 Lunch Offer
Spice up your midday meal with Baba Ganouj’s killer $25 lunch special. Available Wednesday to Friday from 11 am to 3 pm, you’ll get to savour the rich, aromatic flavours of Lebanon with dishes like savory kebabs and aromatic rice, all whipped up by Chef Sayed. All you need is a drink purchase, and you’re set for a lunchtime adventure that won’t break the bank.
