Greca

What is it? A big, fat good-times taverna in the Howard Smith Wharves precinct with a view of the Brisbane River thrown in. Why go? ​​Kick back on the terrace amid the giant potted olive trees and ever-present breeze. Greca is your one-way ticket to the Greek islands, minus the long-haul flight. Here, the nearby city skyline becomes secondary moments after that first bite of Mediterranean cuisine. Expect plenty of deep-fried crunches and citrus zaps, herbal delights and grilled affairs. Start with a few plates of mezedes (similar to Spanish tapas) like honeyed saganaki, battered calamari or octopus with fava bean dip. Don't miss the keftedes (herby meatballs), eggplant moussaka and the mustard-oregano barbecue lamb chops, which should take you straight to the finish line. If heaven is what you’re aiming for, bring it home with the sweetest of katoumari (smashed filo, walnut and cream). It’s a no-brainer, really. And don’t be shy, try some ouzo or any of the wines on their very exten...