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Best Baoin Brisbane
Restaurant · Bulimba
Upstairs
Melrose Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
The breezy, tropical atmosphere of this Bulimba rooftop provides the perfect backdrop for enjoying their standout Bao. Exceptional service and a sun-drenched setting elevate the entire dining experience to the top of the Brisbane rankings.
Score
8.0
Mentions
1
Sentiment
90%
“Lunch at Melrose in Bulimba was nothing short of a treat. With the roof open and the sun shining, we were welcomed into a breezy, tropical vibe – perfect for their “Escape the Ordinary” motto. The service was a standout – our server was genuinely joyful, chatty, and couldn’t do e”
— Dan R
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Top 10 in Brisbane
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- 07
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0 mentions
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- 10
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0 mentions
7.9
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Signal
1 mentions of "bao" tied to Melrose Restaurant & Rooftop Bar.
Score
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