Don’t worry if you don’t have time for a sit down extravaganza. We’ve done some testing (tasting) to find the best King St speedy lunch spots for a quick bite or takeaway
Kuhl-Cher
This premium coffee brew bar is one of the only roasters in inner-city Brisbane, making it the perfect spot for a midday caffeine hit. Their takeaway cabinet is every worker's dream; filled with boutique street food bites or fresh sandwiches and salads and you are sure to be powered for a full day of work.
Fat Dumpling Bar
Whether the stir-fried greens, crispy pork belly, infamous Xiao Long Bao or handmade pan-fried dumplings catch your eye, Fat Dumplings' large range of small eats are perfect for sharing (or not 😉). Visit on Mondays or Tuesdays for a pan-fried dumplings and salad lunch combo for $15, or on Wednesdays and Thursdays for your choice of CHING dumplings and soft drink for $13.
El Camino
Serving up die-hard, turbo-charged Tex-Mex treats, El Camino’s value-packed and flavourful menu is perfect for taking back to the office. With sizzling fajitas, buffalo wings, giant nachos, and so much more on the menu, there’s certainly something to spice up your day. Looking for a midweek steal? You and your work amigos can feast on soft-shell tacos as part of their $2 Taco Tuesday deal!
Sushi + Nori
Premium ingredients and the ever-changing sushi train menu make for a taste sensation all year round, but the takeaway sushi bento boxes can help solve any on-the-go lunch debacles. Their sushi rolls go for just $4.50 and are also a great energy boost.
Xin Chao
Xin Chao’s menu is laden with wholesome Vietnamese nibbles bound to satisfy your senses. Place your takeaway order for soothing noodle soups, rice dishes served with marinated grilled meats, curries, banh mi, fresh vermicelli salads, steamed wontons and rice paper rolls now.