Restaurants Near Suncorp Stadium Brisbane
Poppies Southbank is a 15-minute walk from Suncorp Stadium on Little Stanley Street. Pre-game dining for NRL, State of Origin, Magic Round, and AFL events — a proper meal before the footy, not a stadium queue.
The best pre-game dining precinct in Brisbane
Why Eat in South Bank Before the Game?
Suncorp Stadium is one of the great sporting venues in Australia, but the food options inside are what you'd expect from a stadium. South Bank is the answer — a proper dining precinct a 15-minute walk from the ground, with restaurants, bars, and the Brisbane River right on your doorstep.
Poppies Southbank sits on Little Stanley Street, which is the closest quality dining strip to Suncorp Stadium. We're a 15-minute walk from the ground along a flat, well-lit route. Arrive two hours before kick-off, enjoy a proper meal and a cold drink, then walk to the stadium.
It's a better experience than eating at the ground, and it's cheaper. We've been feeding pre-game crowds for years — NRL regular season, Magic Round, State of Origin, and AFL Lions games at the Gabba. We know how to time it.
Timing Your Visit
When to Arrive at Poppies
Before Your Suncorp Event
Kick-off 6:00 PM
Arrive 3:30 PM
Early evening kick-offs are common for Friday NRL games. Arrive at 3:30 for a relaxed late lunch or early dinner, order mains by 4:30, and walk to the ground by 5:15.
Kick-off 7:30 PM
Arrive 5:30 PM
The most common kick-off time. Arrive at 5:30 for cocktails and starters, enjoy mains by 6:15, and stroll to the stadium with time to spare.
Kick-off 8:05 PM
Arrive 6:00 PM
State of Origin and big NRL nights. Arrive at 6 PM for a full dinner — two courses and drinks — then walk to the ground for the 8:05 PM kick-off.
Getting There
Walking from Poppies
to Suncorp Stadium
Exit Poppies onto Little Stanley Street and head north towards Grey Street.
Turn left onto Grey Street and walk towards the Merivale Bridge.
Cross the Merivale Bridge over the Brisbane River.
Continue straight up Caxton Street into Milton.
Suncorp Stadium is on your left. Total walk: approximately 15 minutes.
Walk Time
15 min
Distance
~1.2 km
Terrain
Flat
Getting to Suncorp Stadium
Walk
15 minutes from Poppies along Grey Street and Caxton Street. The most popular option on game nights.
Train
South Brisbane station is a 5-minute walk from Poppies. One stop to Milton, then a 5-minute walk to the stadium.
Bus
Cultural Centre bus station is a 3-minute walk from Poppies. Multiple routes run to Milton and the stadium precinct.
Events at Suncorp Stadium
NRL Season
Broncos and Dolphins home games throughout the NRL season. Check our Game Day guide for the full fixture list.
Game Day GuideMagic Round
Every NRL team plays at Suncorp over one massive weekend in May. Our complete guide covers fixtures, dining, and transport.
Magic Round GuideState of Origin
Game 3 comes to Brisbane in July. The Cauldron at its loudest — start your night at Poppies before the 8:05 PM kick-off.
State of Origin GuideConcerts & Events
Suncorp hosts major concerts and events throughout the year. We're the perfect pre-show dinner spot regardless of what's on.
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Poppies Southbank
15 Minutes From Suncorp Stadium
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Frequently Asked Questions
Poppies Southbank on Little Stanley Street is one of the best options for dining near Suncorp Stadium. It's a 15-minute walk from the ground, with a full menu of share plates, mains, and cocktails in a relaxed alfresco setting.
Poppies is approximately a 15-minute walk from Suncorp Stadium. Head along Grey Street, cross the Merivale Bridge, and continue up Caxton Street to the stadium.
For a 7:30 PM kick-off, we recommend arriving at Poppies by 5:30 PM. For an 8:05 PM kick-off (State of Origin, big NRL nights), arrive at 6:00 PM. This gives you a relaxed dinner with time to walk to the ground.
Yes — game nights are some of our busiest evenings, especially for Magic Round, State of Origin, and Broncos home games. We strongly recommend booking at least a week in advance.
Yes. The walk takes about 15 minutes along a flat, well-lit route. Head along Grey Street, cross the Merivale Bridge, and continue up Caxton Street. Most people walk it on game nights.
For most NRL games and State of Origin, your match ticket includes free travel on Queensland Rail City Network services and TransLink buses on game day. Check your ticket for details.
Street parking fills up quickly on game nights. We recommend catching the train — South Brisbane station is a 5-minute walk from Poppies, and Milton station is right next to the stadium.
Poppies is a restaurant rather than a sports bar, so we don't screen games. We're the perfect pre-game and post-game destination — the Caxton Street pubs are your best bet for live viewing.
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