Restaurants Near GOMA Brisbane:
Dining Near the Gallery of Modern Art
Poppies Southbank sits on Little Stanley Street — a short 8 to 10 minute walk from the Gallery of Modern Art, either down Grey Street or through the South Bank Parklands. Whether you're heading to an exhibition at GOMA or spending the afternoon at the Queensland Art Gallery, we're a natural stop for food and drink before or after your visit.
At a Glance
Poppies & GOMA
8-Minute Walk
Down Grey Street or through the Parklands
Open Early
From 6:15am weekdays, 7am weekends
Dog-Friendly
Alfresco terrace welcomes your four-legged friend
Outdoor Dining
Alfresco seating on Little Stanley Street
Before Your Visit
Pre-Exhibition Brunch & Coffee
QAGOMA opens at 10am, which gives you plenty of time to start your morning at Poppies. We open early — 6:15am on weekdays and 7am on weekends — and serve Allpress specialty coffee alongside our all-day brunch menu. Whether it's a quick flat white and pastry or a proper sit-down with our Classic Benny or Banh Mi Burger, you can fuel up before walking down to the Brisbane Modern Art Gallery at your own pace.
Our alfresco terrace on Little Stanley Street is dog-friendly, so if you're combining a morning walk with a gallery visit, your four-legged companion is welcome to join you for breakfast. It's one of the things that makes this part of South Bank feel more like a neighbourhood than a tourist precinct.
After the Gallery
Long Lunches & Afternoon Cocktails
After a couple of hours wandering through the gallery of modern arts, the best thing you can do is sit down somewhere unhurried. Poppies is that place. Walk back along Grey Street or cut through the Parklands, grab a table on our terrace, and settle into a long lunch. Our menu runs all day, so whether you're after share plates, a proper main, or just a glass of wine in the sun, there's no rush.
The alfresco dining here is one of the best parts. Little Stanley Street catches the afternoon light beautifully, and our cocktail list is designed for exactly this kind of afternoon — signature serves made with house syrups, alongside a considered wine list. It's a good way to extend a day at the Gallery of Modern Art into something that feels like a proper outing.
Current Exhibition
Olafur Eliasson: Your Curious Journey
Right now, GOMA is hosting one of its biggest exhibitions in years. Olafur Eliasson: Your Curious Journey is an immersive, large-scale show from the internationally acclaimed Danish-Icelandic artist, exclusive to Brisbane and running until 13 July 2026. It's the kind of exhibition that draws visitors from across the country — and it's a genuinely good reason to plan a day in the South Bank cultural precinct.
If you're planning to visit the Olafur Eliasson exhibition at GOMA, we'd suggest making a meal part of the trip. Poppies is an 8-minute walk from the gallery — close enough for a relaxed lunch after Eliasson, or an early brunch before your timed entry. Our all-day menu means you're not locked into a schedule, and the terrace is a nice way to decompress after a couple of hours of immersive art.
Exhibition
Olafur Eliasson: Your Curious Journey
Dates
Now — 13 July 2026
Location
GOMA, South Bank
Friday Evenings
GOMA Friday Nights: Dinner & Up Late
Every Friday from 1 May to 26 June 2026, GOMA hosts Up Late — evening gallery sessions with live music, artist talks, and late exhibition access. It's become one of the best Friday night outings in Brisbane, and it creates a dining occasion that didn't exist before: dinner near GOMA on a Friday night.
Poppies is a 2-minute walk from GOMA, which makes us the natural spot for dinner before or after GOMA Friday Nights. Start with cocktails and share plates on our terrace, then walk over for the evening session — or visit the gallery first and come to us afterwards for a proper sit-down dinner. Either way, it's a good Friday night.
GOMA Up Late
Every Friday, 1 May — 26 June 2026
Tip: Book your dinner table for 6:00 PM if you're heading to GOMA afterwards, or 8:30 PM if you're coming from the gallery.
Plan Your Visit
A Perfect Day: Gallery & Table
8:00 AM
Brunch at Poppies
Start with coffee and brunch on our alfresco terrace. The Classic Benny or a Banh Mi Burger with an Allpress flat white is a solid way to begin. If you've brought the dog, they're welcome on the terrace.
9:30 AM
Walk Through the Parklands
Head north along the river through the South Bank Parklands. It's a shaded, scenic 8-minute walk to GOMA — you'll pass the Arbour, the swimming lagoon, and the State Library along the way.
10:00 AM
Explore GOMA & the Queensland Art Gallery
QAGOMA opens at 10am. Spend a couple of hours exploring the current exhibitions at the Gallery of Modern Art — entry to the permanent collection is free. The Queensland Art Gallery next door is worth a look too if you have time.
12:30 PM
Long Lunch Back at Poppies
Walk back down Grey Street and settle in for a proper lunch. Share plates, a main, and a glass of wine on the terrace — no rush. The snow crab linguine and the white beef ragu linguine are both worth knowing about.
2:30 PM
Afternoon Cocktails
If you're in no hurry, stay for a cocktail. Little Stanley Street catches the afternoon light beautifully, and our signature serves are designed for exactly this kind of afternoon. A good way to round out a day at the Brisbane Modern Art Gallery.
Getting Here
The Walk from GOMA
It's an easy 8-minute stroll from the Gallery of Modern Art down Grey Street to our door on Little Stanley Street. The route takes you through the heart of South Bank.
Quick Tips from the Team
The walk is pleasant: Head down Grey Street from GOMA and you'll pass the State Library and QPAC before reaching Little Stanley Street. Through the Parklands is slightly longer but shaded and scenic.
Book for weekends: Saturday and Sunday brunch can get busy, especially when there's a major exhibition on at the Queensland Art Gallery. Book ahead online to secure your table.
Parking: The Cultural Centre car park on Stanley Place is closest to GOMA. South Bank train station is a 5-minute walk from both the gallery and Poppies.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Poppies Southbank is one of the best restaurants near GOMA Brisbane, located an 8-minute walk down Grey Street on Little Stanley Street. We serve all-day brunch, lunch, dinner, and cocktails in a dog-friendly, alfresco setting. Other dining options can be found along Little Stanley Street and the South Bank Parklands precinct.
Poppies Southbank serves Allpress specialty coffee from early morning, just an 8-minute walk from the Queensland Art Gallery along Grey Street. We open at 6:15am on weekdays and 7am on weekends, making us a great stop before visiting QAGOMA.
Yes. Poppies Southbank offers dog-friendly alfresco dining on Little Stanley Street, a short walk from GOMA through the South Bank Parklands. Our outdoor terrace is perfect for brunch before an exhibition or a long lunch after visiting the Gallery of Modern Art.
Poppies Southbank is an 8-minute walk from GOMA along Grey Street and is the perfect spot for lunch after visiting the Olafur Eliasson: Your Curious Journey exhibition. We serve an all-day menu with share plates, mains, and a full cocktail list. The exhibition runs until 13 July 2026.
Poppies Southbank is a 2-minute walk from GOMA and serves dinner every Friday evening, making it the ideal spot before or after GOMA Up Late Friday night events. Our dinner service includes signature mains, share plates, and cocktails on our alfresco terrace on Little Stanley Street.
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