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Best Things to do in Milton

Rooftop and sign of Fourex Brewery Milton

Updated: Nov 07, 2025

Three breweries, cool bars including a vodka distillery and a Thai garden bar, 3 markets, one of Brisbane's best parks, fantastic restaurants, secret Japanese BBQ joint, a Polish club, Thai garden bar and a heritage trail are just some of the 30+ best things to do in this inner city suburb that is a walk to the CBD and accessed by rail, bus and ferry:

Bar Mesopotamia

People outside Bar Mesopotamia by night

Bar Mesopotamia in Milton is like stumbling across an ancient bar that has been unearthed and transformed into one of Brisbane's most ambient bars

Exterior of Hono Grill Milton

Hono Grill is a flame-grill Japanese restaurant that takes inspiration from Japan’s kushi yaki bars, perched on a corner of Milton's Park Road

Warehouse 25 Milton

This funky gin and vodka distillery, bar & kitchen occupies a converted warehouse in Milton's industrial backstreets

Beurre Pastries

Beurre Pastries Milton

A sleek artisan patisserie and bakery from the folks behind renowned Christchurch bakery LeBakerman

Tuk Tuk Bar Milton

Tuk Tuk Bar is a secret Thai garden bar that looks like a piece of Koh Samui transplanted in a side street off Milton’s Park Road.

Milton Common

Milton Common is a cool craft beer bar and eatery tucked away on Railway Terrace offering craft beer and tapas

Interior dining room of Indian Room Milton

Indian Room is a stunning Indian restaurant and bar in Milton, serving what is arguably the most creative and delectable Indian cuisine in Brisbane

Exterior of Polish Club

Club Polonia is the place to go for traditional Polish cuisine, beers and vodka

Playground Equipment

Frew Park stands on the hallowed grounds of the iconic Milton Tennis Centre, where everyone from Australian tennis greats to international rock stars and boxers once held court.

Bunker, Milton

An old World War II air raid shelter converted into the area’s best and most unique coffee outlet

Cedars Restaurant

Cedars Restaurant Milton

Cedars brings an authentic and delectable taste of the Middle East to Milton's Park Road dining precinct

Mono Dining Milton

A slick contemporary Japanese kitchen and bar with a delectable menu, tucked away just off Milton's Park Road

Bowl of take awya Vietnamese food

This fresh bright no-frills eatery from the ex-owners of Trang's is the local Milton go-to for fantastic budget Vietnamese.

Milton Heritage Trail

Milton Heritage Trail Bishopbourne

Historic suburb Milton may have lost much of its early character but there’s still a fascinating stash of secret historical landmark buildings worth discovering as well as a rare insight into its past on this plaque-indicated heritage trail.

Last Man Standing

Exterior corner with lit up sign Last Man Standing

Last Man Standing is an indie craft brewery, pub and restaurant located opposite the Suncorp Stadium in Milton

The Scratch Bar

Large gramaphone speaker on wall with people sipping beer inside The Scratch Bar in Brisbane'sMilton

Those seeking beer and refuge from the razzle dazzle of Park Road will have their prayers answered at this ambient dive bar

Shimo Yakiniku Milton

A traditional Japanese BBQ restaurant tucked away down a lane in the Savoir Faire precinct of Park Road

Stall at Polish Market Milton

Brisbane's only Polish market is held at The Polish Club in Milton on Saturday once a month - and it's the real deal

Polo Espress, Milton

A pretty pink espresso pit-stop dispensing drinks & light eats in Milton's neighbourhood shopping precinct

Christ Church Milton bell tower and jacaranda tree

Prolific Anglican church architect JH Buckeridge designed Christ Church, a simple Arts and Crafts inspired structure with a shingle roof that was built in 1891

Milton Railway Playground

Railway Playground Milton

Railway Playground is just the place to take children who love trains. They can imagine themselves as a train driver for hours, with

Dux Gutz Cafe

Dux Gutz Cafe is a hidden gem of a cafe in Milton that ticks all the boxes for families, with a dedicated menu for kids

Aerial view of Milton Markets

Milton Markets are a fantastic inner city Sunday market held in the leafy grounds of Milton's commercial village

Benny's American Burger

Bar at Benny's American Burger

Bringing a delicious taste of North America to the commercial back streets of inner-city Milton

A Night in India

Woman sitting at table next to fairy-lit tree outside A Night in India Milton

Longtime Brisbane dining institution A Night in India moved to Milton's Park Road

Playground equipment and vegetation surrounding Gregory Park in Milton

On weekend afternoons this park resembles a village green in England as families, dog walkers, picnickers and sports players descend

The Modern Milton

The go-to for a fantastic contemporary range of Scandinavian Mid-Century style home furniture and decor

Exterior of Vietnam House Milton showing outside seating

A sibling for the popular restaurant of the same name in the Valley has a second casual eatery tucked away in a Milton lane

Milton Mini Market

Milton’s best kept secret is this tiny multicultural street food market which pops up on Thursdays in a car park

Miss Chilli Hotpot

Miss Chilli Hot Pot Milton

A traditional Chinese hotpot restaurant on Park Road, the only one of its kind on the north side of the Brisbane river

The Fishery

The go-to for quality fresh Australian and NZ seafood, offering a premium range of fresh whole fish and fillets, shellfish, prawns and oysters

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China Sea Milton

For 25+ years the Park Road institution has been serving up premium Chinese cuisine such as chilli mud crab, lobster with ginger & shallot to locals and celebrities like John Travolta

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Arrivederci Pizza

A Park Road institution, Arrivederci Pizzeria has been serving up their famous long pizzas to the hungry hordes for years now

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XXXX Brewery red brick building, sign and palm trees in Milton

Visitors can tour the iconic brewery to get the full beer story with 90 minute tours available

Tulip Boutique

Sourcing collections from the best Australian and international labels, Tulip Boutque's eclectic style has a unique urban casual feel

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Looking to discover more hidden gems of Brisbane, check out our Guide to Brisbane Suburbs HERE! Happy exploring!

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Window seating at Supernormal

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