Where Chefs Eat: Quick and Easy Takeaway Spots Queensland’s Top Chefs Love

We all have rough days: bad sleep, burnt coffee, inbox brimming over, stepping in a puddle. When you’re down to your last straw, sometimes the only answer is a good takeaway. It’s amazing what a night of dishes-free, restaurant-quality food in your PJs can do to your mood.

When the day calls for takeaway, these dishes and venues should move to the top of your list.

Here are some of the best takeaway joints in Queensland, according to 15 top chefs.

Erik Martinez, Cartel del Taco

“Beppin Ramen. There are moments when you just want a comforting bowl of soup, and their ramen has that authentic Japanese flavour that always hits the spot.”

Manning Young and Palita Cai, Time & Temp

“Christies Too Fish & Chips. It’s a classic – and dangerously situated on our drive home from the shop.”

Benny Lam, Central & Southside

“Biang Biang Fresh Noodle in Fortitude Valley. You can’t beat handmade noodles – flavour-packed, super-fast and always consistent. You can’t go wrong.”

Alana Lowes, Masterchef

“I’ve been working with Meat at Billy’s on a quick grab, heat and eat range of dishes which are the ultimate quick takeaway. If I don’t have one of those in the fridge, I love King Tea Chinese and Il Posto Pizza in Paddington. Both are just around the corner from my house and the kids love them. King Tea serves up a modern take on Sichuan and other regional Chinese flavours, while Il Posto has the best chewy, crusty pizza bases.”

Louis Tikaram, Stan’s & Stanley’s

“Doodeeboran! The super spicy and fresh chicken larb, beef salad and sticky rice are my ultimate takeaway dishes.”

Jamie Fleming, Masterchef

“It’s normally late morning, straight off the beach and I’m heading to Criminal Coffee in Maroochydore to grab a batchy and a kimchi toastie. Those sandwiches are life-giving, some days.”

Jason Barratt, Supernormal & Bar Miette

“The Number One Pizze Rosse and tiramisu from Beccofino in Teneriffe. It’s become a weekly ritual – comforting and always hits the spot.”

Dario Manca, Attimi by Dario Manca

“Ramona Trattoria in Coorparoo.”

Jianne Jeoung and Leaham Claydon, Snug, Bar Cooper & Jane’s Deli

“Banh Mi Factory in Newstead. It’s well priced and good quality with super fast service. We tend to pick them [up] and make the short drive to enjoy them on the grass by the river.”

Phil Marchant, Essa

“We often grab pizzas from Revel Brewing in Bulimba and take them to Riverside Park with the kids.”

George Curtis, Before & After, Milquetoast, & Venner

“Sankalp in Annerley. Pretty authentic Indian food, all things considered, and reliable when I can’t be bothered to cook.”

Lars Kollrepp, Lars Bar & Grill

“Miami Fish Market for nice fresh fish’n’chips.”

Alessandro Pizzolato

“I like Scugnizzi, a little Italian shop in the city that does great Roman-style pizza, as well as pasta and other delicious Italian street food. The guys have passion for what they do, and it shows in the product. Also, Sunshine on James Street for a nice, healthy Mediterranean take-out.”