The name does not let this delightfully cheery eatery down. Mr Eat me brisbane and I have dined here on numerous occasions and it never disappoints. The san choy bow is simply divine, full of delicious duck meat, crispy water chestnuts and perfectly seasoned I would be thrilled to make a meal just out of this. I also highly recommend the ginger and spring onion chicken, succulent and packing an awesome gingery punch- which is exciting- as too often the delicate zing of ginger is lacking in many other versions of this dish found elsewhere.

The service here is always friendly and attentive. The average cost of an entree is $8 and the mains around $16 making yum yum easy on the pocket without sacrificing good service and super tasty dishes. With two convenient locations in New Farm and in Darra, go forth and enjoy!

Simple and delicious "Nonna" inspired Italian - I like everything about Arriva at New Farm. This neighbourhood gem has an avid and loyal customer base and as such it can be difficult to get a table- so bookings are best to avoid disappointment.

So what is it that keeps me and a throng of others coming back to Arriva? The answer is simple, it is the best Italian in Brisbane. The menu at Arriva is as you'd expect- starting with breads, antipasti and favourites such as calamari. Crisp salads, pastas, pizza, risotto and classic italian dishes such as scaloppine beg for your attention as you browse the menu.

Without fail I always order the Calamari- perfectly seasoned in a light crisp batter and served on a bed of rocket - simple and delicious and tender.

On this occasion Mr Eat Me Brisbane and I were in a pizza and red wine mood. We decided to order a mushroom and truffle pizza and a prosciutto, mozzarella and basil pizza. The verdict; both delicious- and arguably the most important element of the pizza- the base, was spot on thicker on the crust and a perfect flavour cradle on the base. Not at all doughy and not too thin.

On previous visits to Arriva i've had the Risotto ai funghi and the Gnocchi Gorgonzola- both dishes were very pleasing. The gnocchi here is almost perfect.

Arriva is both licensed and BYO- the wine list here is short however the Italian Reds on offer by the glass are both very quaff worthy.

The best coffee in Brisbane! Go here if you don't you clearly don't like good coffee. The long blacks here are perfect-full bodied, rich aroma and deliciously smooth. Therefore i'm certain the milky delights would also represent the perfect cup.
When next you find yourself in the James St Precinct-bypass campos and come here. Tasty toast, biscuits and a daily selection of pastries are on offer too.

Jamie's Espresso Bar
Cnr James & Robertson Streets
Fortitude Valley, 4006
tel: (07) 3257 1010

Ahh Jocelyn! Undoubtedly the fairy god mother of Brisbane providores. Walking into Jocelyn's Provisions (tucked behind the shops on James St, New Farm) is like walking back into your childhood- with the world as it should be, full of all that is good in life. Due to the sheer array of baked treats from the savoury to the sweet you will find yourself with the happy dilemma of which taste buds need the greatest attention. If your like me- you enjoy pleasing both sides and order accordingly.

Little Larder is the little train that can! I normally visit Little Larder and eat breakfast. I'm totally devoted to the crispy polenta poached egg breakky. Those I know who go to Little Larder frequently have their staple dish too- like savoury mince (the way your nanna would make it) or baked beans (my close second favourite).