How to Impress your S.O this Valentines Day
Friendly reminder, Valentines Day is right round the corner. If you’re gotta special someone in your life, or participating in Pal-entine’s Day, you’ll find luurve in the air in Brissy this month. If you’re outta of ideas on how to woo your beau, we’ve compiled a list of some venues worth booking for your V-day plans.
Southside
If romance to you is a big bowl of homemade pasta in a causal laidback environment, we’ve got some good news to share. Ramona Trattoria graced Coorparoo and its surrounds mid 2022, being the brainchild of Ashley-Maree Kent whose cheffed in multiple famous Aussie restaurants, you can expect some quality Italian grub. Start your meal with some antipasti, end in the night in some tiramisu.
Find Ramona Trattoria at 131 Leicester Street, Coorparoo — open from 5–10pm Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays; 12–3pm and 4.30–10pm Saturdays; and 1–7pm Sundays.
With a super pink and bright interior showcasing Chifa cuisine (a crossover between Chinese-Peruvian flavours) sharing is caring when it comes to dining out at Casa Chow. Sip on your classics, such as the famous Cosmo, and graze on an array of familiar favs and some unique choices.
Find Casa Chow at 4b/148 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba in South City SQ - open
Towards the end of Bulimba’s Oxford Street, you’ll find Melrose upstairs in fit out that’s Indonesian-inspired, just like their menu. From the big hospo guns of Venzin Group, even if you’re not a foodie, you’ve probably heard all about this must-do venue. They even have a special V-day Banquet for $90 per person. Let your beau snack on all Bali-esque food, start with some oysters (natural aphrodisiac wink wink), and sip on some summery cocktails.
Find Melrose at Shop 5/6 37 Oxford St, Bulimba - open Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 5pm to 10pm, Thursdays to Sunday, 12pm to 10pm.
An Italian Brissy staple which chooses substance over modern styling, 1889 Enoteca has even reached global stages being name one of the top Italian restaurants in the world in 2022. Big on tradition, you’ll an array of classic dishes that are sure to tantalise your tastebuds. Their wines, reigning straight from small wineries and producers in Italy in features a romantic pair to your chosen meal.
Find 1889 Enoteca at 10-12 Logan Rd, Woolloongabba - open
CBD and it’s Surrounds
If you want to impressive a special plant-based person in your life, introduce them to the vibrant Middle-Eastern inspired menu of Za Za Ta, full of unique flavours and spices. The palatial dining room is the perfect back-drop for a romantic evening.
Find Za Za Ta at 1000 Ann Street Fortitude Valley 4006 - open Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 5.30pm to 9pm, Friday & Saturdays, 12pm to 2pm, 5.30pm to 10pm.
Situated in South Brissy’s Fish Lane, Southside is a vibrant modern Asian eatery surrounded by an urban jungle. Having an extensive drink list featuring wines from a vary of regions, start your evening with a romantic sip, or maybe a cocktail is your baes preferred drink of choice - in which you’ll find an array of fun, flirty beverages.
Find Southside at 63 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD - Open Mondays to Wednesdays 5.30pm to 9pm, Thursdays to Saturdays, 12pm to 3pm, 5pm to 10pm, Sundays 12pm to 3pm, 5pm to 8.30pm.
Honestly, is there anything more romantic than chowing down with your beau? If you’re more into a causal, laidback vibe for a little V-day treat, Seoul SSamm is a Korean BBQ offering you all the pork belly and wagyu you could ask for. Note: this place is closed on Tuesdays (which unfortunately Vday lands on this year), so maybe treat your boo to a quieter evening on a Monday.
Find Seoul SSamm at 8&8m, 100 McLachlan St, Fortitude Valley - open Mondays 5.30pm to 9.30pm, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays 12pm to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10pm, Fridays & Saturdays, 12pm to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm.
Stylish, pink and full of Italian food galore, it doesn’t get much more romantic than that. Plus, there’s tiramisu. Bìanca serves you delish Italian food with a filled with great energy/vibe - indulge your beau with their rich Ragu.
Find Bìanca at Shop Am5 Ada Lane, 46 James Street, Fortitude Valley open for dinner 7 nights a week and lunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Northside
The newest Italian on the Northside of Brissy, nestled in the Redcliffe Peninsula, get ready to settle in for a romantic evening full of wood-fired oven pizzas, pasta, seafood galore and plenty of booze all whilst smooth jazz plays in the background. With their dough being fermented for 40 hours and the pizzas being cooked right in front of your eyes
Find Si Baby at Shop 6, 10 Lakeview Promenade, Newport - open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Sunday.
Serving modern European food without the snobbery, you’ll find Nota nestled in a heritage listed building on the main street of Paddington. If you’re feeling extra romantic (or perhaps just hungry), treat your SO to a Chefs Feast. For $110pp, you can graze on the very finest of Nota such as Twice Cooked Cheese Souffle and Caviar Tarts - all with a glass of bubbles on arrival.
Find Nota at 224 Given Terrace, Paddington - open
The French are glad to die for love, so naturally for the most romantic day of the year you may be thinking of treating your ma moitié to a little bit of French cuisine. Hervés offers you all the goodies you can expect from the French, think a mix of locally and Aussie-wide sourced seafood, a comprehensive wine list showcasing small environmentally conscious winemakers and vineyards from Australia and abroad, including an intriguing full page of organic Corsican wines. Their Valentines Day Banquet is $150pp and includes 6 courses.
Find Hervés at Level 1, Craft’d Grounds 31-37 Collingwood Street, Albion - open Wednesday to Sunday evenings.
Fine dining the burbs, Deer Duck Bistro offers you and your chosen boo a degustation nestled in a cosy, moody lit dining space, full of antique charm. Their Valentines Day Banquet is $195pp, and allows you and bae to indulge in a special five-course menu.
Find Deer Duck Bistro at 396 Milton Rd, Auchenflower -
Written by Megan Turner
