Restaurants Near Suncorp Stadium Brisbane
Poppies Southbank is a 15-minute walk from Suncorp Stadium on Little Stanley Street. Pre-event dining for football, rugby league, concerts and major stadium events — a proper meal before the crowd and queues.
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-event crowds for years — from regular-season sport to major finals, international football and concerts. 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
Current Sports Calendar
Verified nearby fixtures, including football, AFL and rugby league events, are listed in our current Game Day guide.
Game Day GuideMagic Round 2026
The 15–17 May 2026 festival has concluded. Our guide remains available as an event recap and reference for the next announcement.
Magic Round GuideState of Origin 2026
The July Brisbane decider has concluded. Read the recap, then use the Game Day guide for current stadium events.
State of Origin GuideSocceroos v Brazil
The next confirmed sport event at Suncorp is the Queensland Football Series match on Tuesday 29 September 2026, kicking off at 8:00 pm.
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Poppies Southbank
15 Minutes From Suncorp Stadium
Little Stanley Street, South Bank. Open 7 days. Book ahead for game nights — we fill up fast.
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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 8:00 PM event, arrive around 6:00 PM. This gives you a relaxed dinner with time to walk to the ground.
Yes — major event nights are some of our busiest evenings. We strongly recommend booking ahead for large games, concerts and international fixtures.
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.
Transport inclusions vary by event. Check the official event page and your ticket for current Queensland Rail and TransLink arrangements.
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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