From coastal Mediterranean openings to tequila tastings and plush-toy-packed Happy Meals, June is bursting with flavour, flair and fun. Whether you’re out to conquer hot wings, sip Champagne in style, or fill your basket with Scenic Rim produce, this month’s food scene is alive with energy. Here’s everything worth tasting, trying and talking about.
Dine BNE City: A month-long feast for the senses
Brisbane’s tastiest month is back—Dine BNE City returns for its fifth year with more flavour, flair and feasting than ever before. With 60 of the city’s top venues dishing out over 100 exclusive offers and one-off events, this is your passport to the ultimate food crawl through the heart of Brisbane.
Start with a long lunch—like a $25 two-course poke bowl and drink at Cheeky Poke Bar or a $35 riverside sashimi set at Tenya. Then book a decadent dinner, such as the $159 wine-paired banquet at The Brasserie at Naldham House. Thirsty? Join the Bar Safari for curated snacks and sips at cult spots like Club Felix and Opa Bar + Mezze. There’s even a luxe five-course truffle dinner, a Japanese high tea, and a roving urban wine tour.
Whether you’re chasing cocktails, dumplings or an all-you-can-meat churrasco, Dine BNE City has something to satisfy every craving—from weekday lunches to weekend blowouts.
WHERE: Restaurants, bars and hidden gems across Brisbane City
WHEN: June 1–30
TICKETS/INFO: Explore the full program at dinebnecity.com.au
High tea, indulgently reimagined at W Brisbane
Forget the doilies—The Art of Indulgence at W Brisbane is a sleek, stylish spin on high tea for modern tastebuds. Held in the design-forward surrounds of the Living Room Bar, this experience blends gourmet bites with curated teas and Champagne theatrics.
Expect standout creations like quail egg sandwiches with oscietra caviar, wagyu beer sausage rolls with truffle, and creative sweets inspired by art and architecture. The tea list is hand-selected by W’s in-house sommelier, and the Champagne trolley is rolling with Ruinart by the glass.
It’s indulgence with attitude, perfect for celebrating something special—or just elevating a weekend catch-up to something unforgettable.
WHERE: Living Room Bar, W Brisbane
WHEN: Fridays to Sundays, 11am–3pm
TICKETS: $80 per person (Signature High Tea), $99 (Champagne High Tea)
BOOKINGS: wbrisbanedining.com/living-room-bar
Scenic Rim Eat Local Month returns with 100+ foodie experiences
Get your boots muddy and your hands on the region’s freshest fare—Eat Local Month is back and serving over 100 events from paddock to plate. Across June, the Scenic Rim’s award-winning farms, vineyards, and producers open their gates for tastings, long lunches, farm tours, cooking workshops, and chef-hosted dinners.
The headline act is the Winter Harvest Festival on June 28—an all-day celebration of Queensland’s food and farming, with stalls, live music, tastings and cooking demos. Don’t miss the “Lost Culinary Arts” day in Kalbar, celebrating food heritage and traditional cooking with talks and hands-on activities.
Perfect for foodies, families and anyone curious about where their food comes from, Eat Local Month is a celebration of flavour, community, and Queensland’s agricultural roots. Go for the produce, stay for the scenery and stories.
WHERE: Various Scenic Rim venues (approx. 1 hr from Brisbane/Gold Coast)
WHEN: May 30 – June 29
TICKETS/INFO: eatlocalmonth.com.au
Where there’s Wagyu, there’s wine at Calida’s new offering
Calida Steak & Bar in South Brisbane is raising the steaks—literally—with the launch of its new Wine & Wagyu Series, a bi-monthly celebration of top-tier Australian Wagyu paired with local standout wines. Running from May through October, each edition of the series highlights a different iconic winery and a menu designed to bring the richness of Wagyu to life.
First up? Yalumba. From now until June 30, indulge in a six-course Stanbroke Wagyu menu paired with Yalumba’s best Barossa drops—from a delicate rosé with bresaola carpaccio to a bold Signature Cab Shiraz with a Manhattan-cut Wagyu. Go full luxe at the intimate launch dinners (only 14 seats!) or settle in for a more relaxed experience with the set menu offered all month.
It’s a rich, sensory journey that balances fire, finesse and a bit of Queensland pastoral pride. Pro tip: don’t skip dessert—there’s an Iberico Manchego cheese board and Botrytis Viognier finale that slaps.
WHERE: Calida Steak & Bar, 164C Grey Street, South Brisbane
WHEN: May to October; launch dinners bi-monthly
TICKETS/INFO: $180pp for launch events or book à la carte at calidarestaurant.com.au/wine-and-wagyu
High tea goes Zen at Bar 1603
High tea, but make it Japanese and sculptural. Bar 1603’s Zen Garden High Tea is back and more beautiful than ever—bringing a touch of Kyoto tranquillity to Brisbane weekends.
Running Friday to Sunday, this $109 indulgence kicks off with a glass of Veuve Tailhan and unfolds into a grazing-style share board featuring wagyu tataki, sashimi, karaage and gyoza. But the showstopper? The Edible Haus of Zen—a chocolate centrepiece surrounded by matcha tiramisu, yuzu log, and delicate sweets that feel more gallery than bakery.
Designed by Executive Chef Valentino Acuzar, this is high tea reimagined: elegant, serene and totally Instagrammable.
WHERE: Bar 1603, Hotel Indigo, Brisbane City
WHEN: Fridays to Sundays, 11am–3pm
TICKETS/INFO: $109pp; find more info here
Winter’s hottest comfort food? Unlimited lasagna at VICI
If “just one serve” of lasagna has never been your style, VICI gets you. Their beloved Bottomless Pasta Nights have levelled up for winter with the addition of bubbling, golden-layered bottomless lasagna. Yep, from 5pm every Wednesday, it’s 90 minutes of unlimited pasta—including the new house-baked lasagna with slow-cooked ragù, creamy béchamel, and a cheesy crust worth dreaming about.
The $40 offer (plus a drink) includes VICI’s full pasta menu—creamy carbonara, spicy seafood linguine, vegetarian baked ziti and more. Gluten-free pasta? Sorted. Warm vibes, full plates and carb joy await.
WHERE: VICI Italian, South Bank
WHEN: Wednesdays from 5pm
COST: $40pp + drink purchase, 90-minute sitting
BOOKINGS: vicisouthbank.com.au
Coffee, DJs, sunrise vibes? Caffeine Club pops up at Ooh La La Rooftop
Who needs a hangover when you’ve got high-energy dance beats, sunrise views, and great coffee? The Beats Before Breakfast Tour by Caffeine Club lands in Brisbane on Sunday, June 8, for a rooftop wake-up rave like no other.
From 7am–10am, it’s all about DJs, dancing and damn good brews. After that, stick around for From Caffeine Club to Wine Club—a smooth transition into rooftop wines, breakfast bagels by Le Bon Bar, and bubbles on tap courtesy of OK Wines. Think of it as your new Sunday ritual—minus the regrets, heavy on the vibes.
WHERE: Ooh La La Rooftop, Woolloongabba
WHEN: Sunday, June 8 | 7am–10am (Caffeine Club), 10am–2pm (Wine Club)
COST: Free entry, no bookings
INFO: cestbon.com.au
Bel’s Mexican Fiesta brings the heat to the Peninsula
Get ready to fiesta like there’s no mañana. The Belvedere Hotel is transforming into a colourful celebration of Mexican culture this June, with a packed calendar of taco-filled events, tequila tastings, family fun and live entertainment. At Bel’s Mexican Fiesta, the energy is high, the food is bold, and the margaritas are flowing.
Every Friday brings Mexican Hour from 3–5pm, with irresistible snack and drink deals. On Tuesdays (June 3 & 10), it’s tacos on the house when you grab a margarita jug. Wednesday nights mean $15 enchiladas, while Wednesday June 11 is a fiesta for the whole family with a kids’ piñata party and free meals for little ones. Adults can dive into the Patrón Tequila Masterclass on June 12—think cocktails, canapés, and serious agave education.
Saturday June 14 sees the venue go full Día de los Muertos with DJs, dancing and dress-up prizes. Round out the weekend with Fiesta Tropicale, featuring live mariachi bands and Mexican dancers every Saturday and Sunday from 2pm. Saturdays also offer a two-hour bottomless Taste of Mexico food and drink session—your ticket to all-you-can-eat enchiladas and endless good vibes.
WHERE: The Belvedere, Woody Point
WHEN: June 3 – 28; various events across the month
INFO: Find out more and grab event tickets here.
Macca’s x Squishmallows: Limited-edition Happy Meal takeover
Australia, prepare to squish. For the first time ever, Squishmallows are making their way into Macca’s Happy Meals, and it’s already one of the most hyped toy drops of the year. Fourteen characters are up for grabs—each with exclusive expressions only available at McDonald’s—and yes, it includes Halley the Intergalactic Axolotl, making their global debut.
Fans can collect favourites like Avery the duck, Rossi the purple cheetah, and Theotto the Aussie-exclusive Cthulhu. Each toy comes with a code that unlocks digital games, keeping the play going long after the last nugget is dipped. It’s an irresistibly soft pairing of food and fun that has collectors—young and old—on the hunt.
Expect queues, swaps, and social media showdowns as fans race to complete the full set. But like all good things, it won’t last forever. These Happy Meals are strictly limited and only available while stocks last.
WHERE: McDonald’s locations nationwide
WHEN: Available from May 29, for a limited time
TICKETS/INFO: mcdonalds.com.au/happyland/toyzone
Olivera brings Mediterranean soul to Manly
Brisbane’s bayside dining scene has a new crown jewel: Olivera. From the team behind The Arsonist and Wang Chung, this elegant newcomer offers coastal Mediterranean cuisine in a sun-drenched, design-led space that captures the essence of relaxed luxury.
Expect fresh, flame-kissed dishes like Southern rock lobster linguine, slow-cooked lamb shoulder with smoked olive and caramelised yoghurt, and pillowy handmade focaccia. The drinks program is equally refined, featuring a standout chamomile daiquiri and a fig old fashioned worth savouring.
Olivera leans into local produce and Queensland’s relaxed charm, with high-end technique and a welcoming tone. It’s perfect for leisurely lunches, seaside dinners or weekend breakfast (coming mid-June).
WHERE: Corner of Cambridge Parade & Esplanade, Manly QLD
WHEN: Lunch & dinner daily; breakfast launching mid-June
TICKETS/INFO: See the official website here for more: olivera.restaurant
BrewDog’s Wingman Challenge dares Brisbane to go nuclear
Think you can handle the heat? BrewDog Fortitude Valley’s Wingman Challenge is not for the faint of tastebuds. Each Wednesday, brave diners take on 14 wings (or cauliflower bites) coated in a house-made hot sauce that combines habanero, jalapeño, cayenne and more. The catch? You can’t touch the beer, milkshake or water sitting in front of you until every bite is down.
Make it through, and you could land on BrewDog’s national leaderboard—and maybe win $200 BrewBucks and a Wingman T-shirt. Crack early and it’s game over. Gloves, napkins and bragging rights provided.
WHERE: BrewDog Fortitude Valley
WHEN: Every Wednesday from June 4
TICKETS/INFO: drink.brewdog.com/au/wings
Gather in the Garden brings city calm to Friday knock-offs
End your week with a breath of fresh air at Gather in the Garden—a twilight DJ session hidden in the lush surrounds of Gather Bistro. Held every Friday afternoon in June as part of Dine BNE City, this free event is a low-key celebration of great drinks, good company, and ambient beats.
Sip on spritzes, graze on gourmet snacks, and unwind as the sun sets over the city. It’s casual, curated, and the perfect way to shift from office hours to after-hours.
WHERE: Gather Bistro, Ann Street, Brisbane CBD
WHEN: Fridays, June 6 – 27, 4:15pm–6:15pm
TICKETS: Free
INFO: Via Dine BNE City listings
Let your tastebuds guide you this month—June’s packed plate is calling. Stay hungry.
In her spare time, she likes long walks down the makeup aisle and performing in Brisbane theatre. You can follow her adventures on Instagram and TikTok @thebeautypalate.
