Chinese restaurants in Brisbane
Chinese food in Brisbane spans Cantonese yum cha institutions, Sichuan heat specialists, and the newer wave of modern Chinese rooms that sit comfortably alongside international dining formats. Sunnybank remains the reference point for volume and variety; the inner city has seen a quieter but notable uplift in quality among listed venues.
01ChineseDonna Chang
Modern Chinese dining in a heritage CBD building.
02ChineseGolden Lane
Sunnybank restaurant with daily dim sum and dinner service.
03ChineseLandmark Chinese Restaurant
Sunnybank dining hall with Yum Cha and Cantonese-style group dining.
04ChineseSouthside Restaurant
East Asian and Chinese-influenced dining in Fish Lane Town Square.
05ChineseStanley Restaurant
Cantonese and Chinese dining at Howard Smith Wharves.
Where is Chinese dining concentrated in Brisbane?
Sunnybank has depth — dozens of restaurants covering Cantonese, Shanghainese, Sichuan, and more. For the inner city, Fortitude Valley and the CBD have a growing set of listed options.
Where can I find yum cha in Brisbane?
The Sunnybank area hosts serious yum cha — both trolley service and menu-order formats. Larger venues fill quickly on weekends; arrive early or book ahead.
Is there Sichuan food in Brisbane?
Yes — Sichuan cooking has established itself well in Brisbane. Look for the numbing heat of mapo tofu, dry pot, and the cold sesame noodle dishes that characterise the style.