Because Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, why not start the celebrations early? Who says V-Day has to be a dinner date? South Bank’s best spots are serving up everything from decadent feasts to classic eggs on toast vibes, perfect for celebrating love or just treating yourself. Here’s our hit list to lock in your Valentine’s Day brunch plans.

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Baba Ganouj
Expect a colourful Lebanese feast filled with bold flavours and drinks. We’re talking a three-tier mezze tower stacked with Middle Eastern delights, decadent desserts, and 90 minutes of Aperol Spritz, wine, prosecco, mimosas and more for $75 per person, minimum two people. Want to upgrade your brunch? Add a Lychee Martini cocktail jug for an extra $25 and sip your way through the afternoon in style. Book here.

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Barbossa
Start the day with breakfast between 7 and 11:30am and score any two bennys for $35. Choose from the hash benny or the Barbossa benny and save $13, because some things are better in pairs. Book here.

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The Jetty
Romance meets river views. The Jetty’s brunch menu is full of must-tries, but classics never fail. Our pick? Eggs your way on sourdough with tomato relish, and yes, grab a side of bacon because some things are worth it. Book here.

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Vici
Italian brunch dreams, unlocked. Vici’s ‘The Pavarotti…’ stacks eggs, slow-braised meatballs, bacon, sausage, hash brown, mushrooms, roasted tomato, and toast in a plate so big it’s basically a love letter to your tastebuds. Coffee optional, but highly recommended. Book here.

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Denim Co.
Croissant benedict done right. Double-smoked bacon, poached eggs, and hollandaise on a buttery croissant, one bite and you’ll understand why this is our go-to. Perfect for showing someone you care about brunch.

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Poppies
Brunch with a view? Poppies nails it. Their Avo on Toast is next level, with creamy avocado smash, herb-marinated feta, heirloom cherry tomatoes, dukkah, and creamy ricotta on thick-cut sourdough, served with a fresh lemon wedge. Book here.

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Ma Pa Me
Go big or go home. For $95pp, their Bottomless Weekends Banquet is a Southeast Asian feast featuring kingfish sashimi, coconut chicken salad, prawn stir-fry, and margaritas and martinis. If Valentine’s Day calls for indulgence, this is your spot. Book here.

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