Delivering the flavours of Northern Italy to a fresh and trendy riverside location, Otto sets the scene for modern and scenic dining. Paired with the perfect wines, the dishes capture the best of seafood, pasta and more. All pasta is made daily in-house, meaning a pick from their Pasta e Risotto menu is almost obligatory, and made easier with the delicious. Month Out deal featuring the signature Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and choice of wine for $45 per person. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

These flaky and flavourful French-inspired creations will turn your brunch into a fine dining affair. If you can tear your eyes from the vibrant pastry cabinet, a range of pies, bread and cafe meals await on their breakfast and lunch menu. Plus, a riverside location means you can enjoy by the water, or take a treat to-go for a picnic at the neighbouring Newstead Park. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

Bring your friends and bring your appetite to this bustling Cantonese and Sichuan inspired restaurant. Made to share, these meals look their best on one of Donna Chang’s funky booth tables, and taste their best when shared with others. Choose from their a la carte menu or test the $85 or $115 banquet for a curated selection of sashimi, noodles, wontons, fish, pork belly, chicken and creamed rice pudding (good thing you brought your appetite, right?).

Soulful food is almost guaranteed when there’s a Vietnamese celebrity chef involved- led by Luke Nguyen, this Asian-fusion menu reinterprets everything from fat pho noodles to fiery laksa with tasty Australian produce. For a treat for your taste buds but potential hit to your ego, the authentic chicken pad Thai will make your home cooked version seem a bit sad. What’s more, for delicious. Month Out, Fat Noodle are quite literally spicing things up with ‘Queensland’s Spiciest Noodle Dish’ for $26.

Generating the energetic experience of Tokyo’s music bars and pop-infused culture, Yoko is the contemporary izakaya blessing the Howard Smith Wharves. Offering a menu of seafood and grilled plates prepared with Japanese flair, enjoy these fresh and spicy flavours in a riverside split-level setting. Despite the extensive menu, you can never go wrong with their Tori (Chicken) Paitan Ramen which this month, can become your ideal end-of-week lunch paired with a drink for $25. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

From your first breakfast espresso to the post-dinner digestif, here every course and occasion can be enjoyed the French way. Featuring a restaurant, specialty cellar, rooftop bar and even a breakfast creperie, everything is done with local ingredients and traditional techniques. Good news is you can experience the eight course tasting menu for the price of five courses during delicious. Month Out! Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

Made for indecisive diners, this restaurant and bar makes tapas the main event. From chicken croquettes to arancini, the menu of over 20 tapas plates takes a fine dining turn with the likes of Brisbane Valley quail with capsicum dressing, baked figs with orange and hazelnut butter, and fresh pipis with lemon verbena sauce. Sample six tapas for $55 or choose a charcoal cooked main meal. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

Share the delectable food, share the riverside views and share the experience – Greca is all about generous Mediterranean hospitality and yes, sharing. Featuring a menu of seafood, meats, vegetables and dips prepared in authentic Greek style, this menu will also have your table sharing in the struggle of what to order. This month you can grab a classic lamb souvlaki and accompanying drink for $25, thanks to their delicious. Month Out weekday lunch special. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

Take a street-inspired Thai menu, put it in a chic James St restaurant and you’ve got Same Same. When all the curry, salad and stir-fry options become too hard to choose from, a handy chef’s selection option will get you the best combinations for $75 per person. We can’t all be connoisseurs, so they’ll even pair wines with your meal for an extra $50 per person. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express.

Gluten-free and vegetarian diners rejoice! Detour’s progressive menu splits omnivore and herbivore options, offering those with dietary requirements much more than a side salad. The coal-roasted broccoli is a crowd favourite, featuring miso, spinach, seaweed and quinoa. Meanwhile, nothing screams fine dining like a wine list triple the length of the food menu. Proudly part of Shop Small by American Express. This gallery is brought to you by American Express.