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Embrace Summer At These Riverside Bars

Even though it’s basically hot all year round in good old Brissy, we’re coming into summer which means uni break, Christmas, New Years and all that other good stuff. Summer is the time to get lit, soak up the sun, push all your problems aside and celebrate the end and...

Deck the Halls of these Awesome Brisbane Christmas Venues!

The silly season is fast approaching, and if you have been appointed the task of organizing your workplace or family’s annual Christmas Party, not to fear, those midnight nightmares about function venues and canapes you wake up screaming from will soon be over for good! So whether you are looking...

What’s On Guide: Melbourne Cup Edition

Guys racing season is upon us, so it’s time to stop foaling around (get it??) and lock down your Melb Cup plans! And we’re here to make that decision so much easier for you with our top 3 picks for the coolest Melb Cup events Brisbane has to offer. All...

The Spookiest Events To Get Around in Brisbane This Halloween

“Boys and girls of every age Wouldn’t you like to see something strange? Come with us and you will see This, our town of Halloween” Halloween is sneaking up on us, so get out your Dracula fangs and your fake blood, because Brisbane is hosting an array of spooky events...

Your Guide To Whats On This Week

October is one hell of a busy month! The weather is finally starting to warm up and spring events are in full swing and summer time isn’t far away! Be sure to check out the cool things you can do in Brisbane this month including Brisbane’s international film festival, an...

What’s On Guide: Oktoberfest Edition

Can you believe it’s already October? The year has flown by, but the good news is that October means Oktoberfest. So if you love putting on your lederhosen and drinking bier with your mates, October is surely your favourite month. Here are all the exciting, upcoming Oktoberfest events near you!...

The Top 5 Beer Gardens You Need To Know About This Summer

Winters wicked ways are coming to an end and you know what that means? No more lugging around heavy overcoats and damp umbrellas, no more in transit shelter scrambling and no more exclusively drinking mulled wine and hot toddy’s. Say g’day to longer days, cool refreshing drinks and strolling by...

Brisbane’s Best restaurants for your inner romantic

Looking to avoid another awkward Tinder date? Start by dining out at a place that helps set the mood. Everybody loves a bit of romance – whether it’s a first date, anniversary or just your partner nagging you to take them out, these romantic restaurants are perfect to help you...

Take a Peek at These 5 Super Unusual Events Happening During Brisbane Fest

The Brisbane International Arts Festival is sneaking up on us Brisbaners, and it is going to be one of the best ones yet. The Brisbane festival has been an annual event since 2009, and this year it will be running from the 8th-29th September. The mission behind the Brisbane festival...

Get Yo’ Geek On Brisbane and Win a Double Pass to Oz Comic Con!

GIVEAWAY TIME! Win a double pass to Oz Comic Con in Brisbane by tagging who you would take in our Facebook post!   Enter Here   Walking around at Oz Comic Con can feel like you’ve fallen down the rabbit hole and into a land of madness, where the mad...

Grab Your Squad & Head To This New German Beerhaus

If there is a better combo than salted pretzels and German beer, we haven’t found one. However, we have found Brisbane’s newest Deutschland-loving venue – Bavarian Beerhaüs. After the success of other German beer venues such as Munich Brauhaus (which is owned by the same company), Bavarian Beerhaüs is adding its...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

Got nothing planned for the week? Sick of staying in every weekend? We’ve got you covered. These 5 events will definitely motivate you to get out of those trackies and outside into the real world! Royal Queensland Show Brisbane Showgrounds That time of year has come around again, it’s time...

5 Must-Haves At This Year’s Night Noodle Market

The Night Noodle Market is back and better than ever with over 20 different Asian cuisine stalls! From 25 July to 5 August these delicious food stalls will grace the edge of Brisbane River. It’s totally free to enter and all stalls are cashless, so just tap and keep eating!...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

Brisbane’s famed Night Noodle Markets return, and the Queensland Film Festival goes into full throttle this week, with many other events happening across the city that will be sure to entertain everyone no matter their taste. Read ahead to find out more. Brisbane Night Noodle Markets  South Bank Cultural Forecourt, Russell...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

Winter blues started to really hit you? Bored out of your brains re-watching a terrible series on Netflix? We’ve found some events which will definitely make you want to get out of your house! Think a menu dedicated to truffles, France, wine, culture, history and chocolate… Seasonal Truffle Dinner Area...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

Food, films, and the beach. Is that not just a trio made in heaven? That’s exactly what Brisbane has got lined up for this week – separately, though, not together (although that would be amazing). Studio Ghibli Festival 175 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane Twice a week this winter you can venture...

The Healthy Takeout Spots in Brisbane’s Inner City You Need to Know About

Can’t be bothered cooking dinner after a big day of work (or laying around home)? On a health kick? We’ve got your dinner covered with 5 of the best healthy takeaway options in Brisbane’s CBD! It’s Mirchi 284 Given Terrace, Paddington, 4064 Don’t’ you wish you could feast on some...

Your Guide to What’s On This Week

This week in Brisbane it’s all about the entertainment and the food. From experience your own version of night at the museum to deciding who has the best burger in Brisbane- there will surely be something on this week to keep you entertained! Mummies After Dark Queensland Museum, Corner of...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

A multitude of events are happening this June in Brisbane, and just in time before the weather starts dropping. Making sure you’ll stay warm long through this June is the Briz-Chilli Fest, praising all the virtues of hot and spicy delicacies across the world. If you’re looking to keep yourself...

Your Guide To What’s On This Week

The start of winter doesn’t have to mean going into hibernation, especially in Brisbane this week! With alcohol, desserts and art, what more could you want to fill your week? Read on to plan your week ahead – it’s going to be a good one, take it from us. Brisbane...

Best bars to watch State of Origin away from the crowds

It’s that time of year again when Queenslander’s go a little crazy, faces are painted and beers are chugged – and that’s all on a Wednesday night. The yearly Blue and Maroon frenzy is about to start whether your interested in the game or just the beer and the food,...

Celebrate National Cheese Day With Free Pasta From This Italian Restaurant

June 4th marks International Cheese Day (yes that is a thing) and King Street’s Il Verde has created the cheese lovers heaven. Brisbane cheese lovers can unite this holiday with Il Verde putting on, not one, but two celebrations. For the first offer you will want to get in early....

An Inner-city pop up Igloo & Vodka bar is Here!

As the weather is cooling down it’s time to embrace the cold. Take in the city views from Customs House’s winter wonderland pop-up Arctic Bar. Partnering with luxury vodka brand Belvedere, Arctic by Custom House have decked out their famous outdoor terrace with clear igloos. Bask in the warmth and...

This Classic Pub is Serving up 1KG Steaks in Brisbane

When an Australian hears the words “corner hotel” it’s not uncommon for an image of an elderly tradie anchored to a dated bar stool by his own beer belly to sprout into mind. But clearly these Australians are yet to pay a visit to Woolloongabba’s Norman Hotel. You’ve heard of...

We’ve Found Brisbane’s Best Views at this Sky-high Restaurant

A popular tourist destination that is continuously surpassing customers’ expectations with their diverse menu and impeccable service. Summit Restaurant and Bar, located just 7km out of Brisbane city boasts style and class, a must see for all visitors and locals. The highlight of the restaurant is their picturesque view overlooking...

The Best Cafes To Get Work Done

Put your books in a bag and grab your car keys, folks – we’re changing things up. If you’re sick of the same old dingy desk, the same boring white walls and bland office ceiling, don’t fret – we’ve got the answers to your procrastination, work space boredom and caffeine...

Brisbane’s Most Eccentric Themed Bars

Sick of the same old bars? Have an event or birthday coming up and want it themed for you? Check out some of these Brisbane bars offering a quirky setting for your next get-together or night out! Battery Station  1/608 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley This Graffiti-themed bar oozes character with...

Top 5 Doggo-Friendly Cafes

Visiting delicious brunch spots and cafes with exquisite coffee is always an enjoyable pastime. With a group of your nearest and dearest in tow, this experience couldn’t possibly get any better, right? Wrong. I’ve got three words for you: Dog. Friendly. Cafes. That’s right. You heard correct. It’s like a...

Top 5 Brunch Cafes in Brisbane

One word that makes us utterly, completely and wholeheartedly happy is BRUNCH. Everything from ordering 2 coffees in one sitting, chatting with the rest of The Brunch Club (yes, that’s our squad name) and snapping up those Insta-worthy dishes, is what makes brunch the most enjoyable meal of the day....

Beat your NYD Hangover

No one wants to start the New Year seedy and hungover, so we’ve found and tested a few hangover cures that work for us and will hopefully work for you too! PREPARE YOUR BODY!  Before you leave to go to your big New Year’s Eve bash, preparation is the key....

10 Do’s and Don’ts for New Years Eve

We’ve come up with some simple do’s and don’ts for New Years Eve so you can have a sparkling night and enjoy all the festivities (minus any embarrassing moments… we hope). Time to enjoy all the food and drinks before we start planning for all those New Years resolutions once...

12 Things Christmas Workers Don’t Want you to Know

It’s all smiles and pleasantries when you walk through the shop door, but behind closed doors, there are just some things retail and hospitality workers would never say to your face. HOWEVER, we’d like to divulge those secrets today and if you’re the one working this Christmas, we feel you....

6 Office Party Venues Based on Your Boss’ Personality

It’s finally time to start thinking about your end of year team party! What a year it has been. But how do you know where to go? Well, it all depends on what type of boss you have… We’ve done the hard yards for you and picked the perfect venue...

Six Tips For An Epic Office Christmas Party

So you’re in charge of the office Christmas party this year? No pressure – just your boss and everyone you work with judging you. At Hidden City Secrets, we are the king of planning parties and picking the perfect venue, so follow our guide on how to host a headache...

Where to spend Melbourne Cup

November has quickly approached us once again. It’s time to dress to impress, place your responsible bets and grab a pint of beer for each hand because the Melbourne Cup season has arrived. Struggling to decide where to venture and spend this race day? We’ve got you covered with food,...

Father’s Day: Where To Go For Lunch

HCS is providing a social courtesy and letting you know that Father’s Day is literally right around the corner. No, don’t freak out. We can help you with the planning of a special lunch with the family but you’re on your own when it comes to buying the presents…sorry! Dad...

Top 5 Bars in Brisbane

It may not be the start of summer just yet, but here in Brisbane, we don’t have really have much of a winter season, right? Sunny days and clear blue skies are ahead and have never really left. So it’s still all about tanning (or trying to even up your...

Where To Dine In Brisbane

Looking for a relaxing dining destination but can’t seem to get away from the hustle from your busy lifestyle? Wanting to save up for a car that you’ve been eagerly wanting? Don’t want to spend your entire paycheck in one dining experience? Want to get out of ordering the same...

Have A Tipple At Embassy Craft Beer Bar

As the first established craft beer bar in the Brisbane CBD, the Embassy Bar projects a sophisticated getaway from the hustle and bustle with its vintage outlook, exposed brick walls and industrial styling. The menu is created by Hatted chef Rob Campbell who serves up up modern American style dishes...

What Your Drink Says About You

I’m the first to admit I have been almost all of these drinkers at one point or another. I can only imagine what the bartender thought of me when I was ordering Vodka Redbulls as a fresh 18 year old, but alas, at the time I knew no better. Just...

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The Holiday Spots You Won’t Need Your Passport For

Let me guess: you are curled up on the couch in a set of pyjamas you’ve worn three days in a row, you need to clean your room and you don’t have anything in the house to eat. To make it worse, all you see on Instagram are the photos from that one friend’s 3-month […]

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Upcycled Brisbane: Historic Venues For Your Next Event

Whether or not you’re a history buff, we all love being able to whip out a bit of trivia at a gathering! But what happens when the bars and restaurants of Brisbane become the trivia themselves? Here, we present Hidden City Secret’s favourite venues with a past that dish out the best food and drink

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Take A Trip Back In Time To SuperFly Studios

Whip out your flares and put on your best platform boots, SuperFly Studios is here and they’re ready to party! From the same people that brought us Brooklyn Standard and Suzie Wong’s Good Time Bar, comes SuperFly Studios, a retro club ready to transport you into a Boogie-fever dream. Nestled in th

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