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Spice Journey

Spice Journey is our evolving collection of stories about all things Layla. Going forward, you’ll find pieces on our philosophy, upcoming initiatives, collaborations and events, our suppliers & produce, and architecture and design to name a few. It’s the place where we share everything that shapes Layla: the people, ideas, and inspirations behind the flavour.

The Heart of Layla: Our Team and the Philosophy of Service

March 7, 2026
Layla, the celebrated Brisbane restaurant from chef Shane Delia and the team behind Melbourne’s acclaimed Maha, has been awarded Best New Restaurant Opening of 2025 in Queensland in the Sitchu Awards 2025, as voted by diners across Australia.
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A New Season Begins at Layla – Where Queensland Meets the Spice Trails

December 1, 2025
Layla, the celebrated Brisbane restaurant from chef Shane Delia and the team behind Melbourne’s acclaimed Maha, has been awarded Best New Restaurant Opening of 2025 in Queensland in the Sitchu Awards 2025, as voted by diners across Australia.
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Layla Wins Best New Restaurant Opening at the 2025 Sitchu Awards

November 14, 2025
Layla, the celebrated Brisbane restaurant from chef Shane Delia and the team behind Melbourne’s acclaimed Maha, has been awarded Best New Restaurant Opening of 2025 in Queensland in the Sitchu Awards 2025, as voted by diners across Australia.
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Beneath the Surface

November 8, 2025
From a WWII bunker to one of Brisbane’s most beautiful dining destinations, discover how Layla — designed by Studio Y and built by Buildcorp under the culinary direction of Chef Shane Delia — brings history, architecture, and flavour together beneath the Thomas Dixon Centre.
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The Art of the Shared Table

November 6, 2025
At Layla, dining is about connection, generosity, and the joy of sharing. Discover how Chef Shane Delia’s borderless, spice-led menu celebrates communal dining and brings people together around one table.
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Layla: Where the Season comes Alive

October 30, 2025
As Brisbane warms up for the festive season, Layla is bringing the spice, sound, and spirit of celebration to West End. From DJ Sundays in the courtyard to intimate date nights and festive gatherings, the coming months are set to showcase why Layla remains one of Brisbane’s most captivating dining destinations.
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Chef’s Table for Eight

October 10, 2025
Layla is giving one lucky winner the ultimate night in: Shane Delia cooking a bespoke dinner for you and seven guests at your home. Expect a generous, spice-led menu tailored to your tastes — with all the planning done for you.
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Chef’s Philosophy & Culinary Vision

September 30, 2025
At Layla, I’m cooking the food I love to eat: generous, flavour-forward and made for sharing. It’s a borderless approach shaped by the ancient spice routes—how ingredients, ideas and people travelled—and grounded here in Australia with exceptional Queensland produce.
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Cnr Montague Road & Raven Street
West End QLD 4101
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07 2113 8489

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Opening Hours

Wed to Thurs: From 5pm

Friday to Sunday
Lunch 12–3:30pm
Bar menu 3:30–5pm
Dinner 5pm–close

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