Skip the in-flight meal – the best bites at Brisbane Airport can be found before you board
Let’s be real – we all know fresh is best. So if you’d rather leave Brisbane with a full belly and spend your airtime catching up on movies (or snoozing), skip the in-flight meal entirely by chowing down on some of Brisbane Airport’s best bites. Discover the menu items across the airport worth trying below …
The holiday starts as soon as your feet hit the drop-off zone, so why not kick things off with a delicious meal the whole family will enjoy? The benefits are twofold – not only are you having a great time, but you’re also eliminating any in-flight food disappointment. Brisbane Airport has multiple dining precincts, offering a diverse range of cuisines to suit every member of the family (and any appetite!).
No matter what time of day you’re travelling, or how far you have to go, there’s a satisfying option on the menu to tuck into before take-off.
Early birds
If you find yourself at Brisbane Airport bright and early, checked in and with time for brekkie, there are oodles of tasty eats to start your day the right way.
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Known for celebrating local flavours, Local serves up an eggs Benedict worth travelling for. You’ll find this cafe nestled amongst greenery in the Virgin Pier, with a full menu of brekkie bites for the whole family.
Pick up a Bellissimo coffee and a pastry at Bound once you’ve dropped your bags, and browse the books and magazines while you sip – you’re sure to find something to keep idle minds occupied on the flight.
For a refreshing breakfast bowl, The Aviary dishes up a granola made with natural Australian honey, toasted oats, crunchy almonds, dried cranberries, dried apple, sultanas, dried goji berries, citrus segments, passionfruit granita and locally sourced Greek yoghurt. Park up at a table with the kids and tuck into a banquet that will keep everyone happy until wheels down.
Lunchtime favourites
Short on time? You’ll find grab-and-go favourites at Roll’d in the Qantas Food Court, the perfect fresh and healthy option if you find yourself short on time. The ready-made rice paper rolls are the perfect size for little hands, and there are plenty of protein options to suit any taste buds. Need something a bit heartier? Order a banh mi with roast pork and crackling to keep you full.
If you’ve got time to sit down and enjoy a meal, The Aviary has you sorted with a kids lunch menu, featuring popcorn cauliflower and chips, ham and cheese pita or a chicken and avocado dish. For the big kids at the table, the chicken patatas pack a flavourful punch, with harissa-marinated chicken served with smashed baby chat potatoes and grilled broccolini on a pumpkin base. There’s also a steak sandwich and crispy skin barramundi on the lunch menu, which make for hearty and healthy meals to hit your macros before take-off.
If your family is the type to share, Mezze Za Za serves up a magnificent mezze feast with your choice of meat, pita, chips, Greek salad, tabouleh, tzatziki and hummus. This Mediterranean eatery also offers a feast for the eyes, cooking traditional souvlaki over a lava stone in front of awaiting customers.
Anytime eats
If your stomach knows no constructs of time, these Brisbane Airport bites have your name all over them.
The Common’s coconut prawns are almost worth booking a flight for, served with a yellow curry mayo that will change the way you think about the humble condiment. For mains, order the crispy pork belly with potato puree and a hazelnut garlic chimichurri.
Graze Grill & Bar’s menu is jam-packed with meals of every size, perfect for families who can never agree on what and where to eat. For a smaller snack, the calamari fritti made with chilli and basil are delightful (even more so when dipped in the lime mayonnaise they’re served with), and the soft-shell taco menu is a fan favourite, made with salad, lime juice, cheese and your choice of beef chilli con carne, battered fish or vege con carne.
These are just some of the best bites awaiting you at Brisbane Airport, and they’re genuinely worth planning an early check-in for. That way, you can drop your bags, settle in, and get the carefree holiday vibes rolling ahead of your boarding call.
This article is written in partnership with our friends at Brisbane Airport Corporation.
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