South Bank Guide · Family
South Bank with Kids
Family Dining in Brisbane's Best Precinct
Kids menu, activity packs, outdoor alfresco seating — and a 5-minute walk from Streets Beach, the Queensland Museum, and the Parklands playgrounds.
South Bank is one of Brisbane's best days out with kids — free swimming, playgrounds, the Queensland Museum, GOMA's children's art centre, and a waterfront Parklands that's genuinely built for families. The question is always where to eat. Poppies is on Little Stanley Street, a short walk from all of it, and we've thought about what families actually need: a proper kids menu, activity packs to keep little ones busy, outdoor seating, and a team that's genuinely happy to see you walk in with a pram.
For the Little Ones
Kids Menu & Activity Packs
Every kids meal at Poppies comes with a kids activity pack — colouring sheets and puzzles designed to keep little ones entertained while the grown-ups get to actually enjoy their food. It's the kind of thing that makes the difference between a stressful meal and a genuinely good one.
Kids Menu
Dedicated smaller-portion meals designed for children. Proper food — not just chips. Available all day, seven days a week.
Activity Packs
Every kids meal includes a colouring and puzzle pack. Something to do while you wait, and something to take home.
Alfresco Outdoor Seating
The terrace on Little Stanley Street is open and spacious — room for prams, high chairs, and kids who need to move around.
High Chairs Available
High chairs are available on request. Just let the team know when you arrive or when you book.
Dog Friendly
The alfresco terrace is dog-friendly. If you're bringing the family dog to the Parklands, you're welcome to bring them to breakfast too.
Open Early
We open at 6:15am weekdays and 7am weekends — earlier than most South Bank options. Perfect before a morning at the Queensland Museum or Streets Beach.
Kids Menu · Activity Packs
Little Stanley Street, South Bank
After Breakfast
What to Do at South Bank with Kids
South Bank is one of Brisbane's most complete family days out. All of the following are within a short walk of Poppies on Little Stanley Street.
Streets Beach
5 min walkFree Swimming
Artificial beach and lagoon with lifeguard on duty. Max depth 1.8m. Free entry, open 7 days.
Aquativity
5 min walkWater Play
Zero-depth splash zone with fountains, water jets and tipping buckets. Great for toddlers and young kids.
Queensland Museum
5 min walkFree Museum
Free entry to permanent exhibitions including Croc!, Dinosaurs Unearthed, and SparkLab science centre. One of the few free city museums in Australia.
GOMA Children's Art Centre
8 min walkArt & Culture
Free hands-on activities for children at the Gallery of Modern Art. Activities change with exhibitions.
Riverside Green Playground
4 min walkPlayground
Multi-storey play area with tunnel slides, hill slides, and swings. Located in the centre of South Bank near toilets and cafés.
Epicurious Garden
6 min walkGarden
A productive kitchen garden with herbs, fruit and vegetables. Great for showing kids where food comes from.
Plan Your Day
A Family Morning at South Bank
7:00am
Breakfast at Poppies
Kids menu, activity packs, alfresco seating. Allpress coffee for the grown-ups. High chairs available.
8:30am
Parklands walk
The Parklands are quiet and cool in the morning. Perfect for a walk along the river before the crowds arrive.
9:00am
Streets Beach or Aquativity
Streets Beach opens early — free swimming with a lifeguard on duty. Aquativity water play is great for younger kids.
10:30am
Queensland Museum
Free entry to permanent exhibitions. Croc!, Dinosaurs Unearthed, and SparkLab are the highlights for kids. Allow 1.5–2 hours.
12:30pm
Lunch or cocktails back at Poppies
We're open all day. Come back for lunch, a cocktail, or just a coffee before heading home.
Common Questions
South Bank with Kids FAQ
Is Poppies Southbank family friendly?
Yes — Poppies is one of the most family-friendly restaurants on Little Stanley Street. We have a dedicated kids menu, kids activity packs with colouring and puzzles, a large alfresco terrace, and high chairs available. We're open from 6:15am weekdays and 7am weekends.
Does Poppies have a kids menu?
Yes. Poppies has a dedicated kids menu with smaller portions designed for children. Every kids meal comes with a kids activity pack — colouring sheets and puzzles to keep little ones entertained while you enjoy your meal.
What is there to do at South Bank with kids?
South Bank has Streets Beach (free swimming lagoon), Aquativity water play, two playgrounds, the Queensland Museum (free entry), GOMA children's art centre, the Epicurious Garden, and the Collective Markets on weekends. Poppies on Little Stanley Street is the ideal breakfast or lunch stop before or after any of these.
Is South Bank good for breakfast with kids?
South Bank is one of Brisbane's best spots for breakfast with kids. Poppies opens at 6:15am weekdays and 7am weekends, has a kids menu, activity packs, outdoor alfresco seating, and is a short walk from Streets Beach and the Queensland Museum.
Is Poppies Southbank dog friendly?
Yes — the alfresco terrace on Little Stanley Street is dog-friendly. Perfect for a morning visit to the Parklands with the whole family.
Book a Family Table at Poppies
Kids menu, activity packs, high chairs, and alfresco seating. Open from 6:15am weekdays, 7am weekends.