Where to eat your way around the World (Cup) in Brisbane

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ARGENTINA

Mundo Churrasco
Urban gauchos have long been coming here to eat their fill of meat; barbecued, skewered and carved at the table while simultaneously relieving dusty throats with a couple of Argentinian Quilmes Pale Lagers.
63 Macgregor Tce, Bardon, 3369 1660

BRAZIL

A La Brasil
New kids on the corner, A la Brasil opened just a few weeks ago, and we suspect are about to get very busy. They're already kicking goals with a buffet of Brazilian favourites and snacks like the famous coxinha (chicken croquettes).
38 Wharf St, Brisbane, 0430 839 051

Navala Churrascaria
You'll have to wait until the end of next week to try out this newest Brazilian venue but we hear meaty choices from the skewer rotisserie grill or fire pit will be feeding hungry supporters well in time for the Brazil v Cameroon match.
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street, Brisbane, 0451 308 906

SPAIN

Gordita
Toss back some fried Marcona almonds with a sherry while perusing the flexible menu. Bigger appetites will score with the grilled "chuleton" - a 1 kilo grass fed T-bone with piquillo peppers and blue cheese.
M&A Complex, 100 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley, 3666 0605

Peasant
A suitably rustic menu from "Grandma's croquettes" to simple toasted bread with jamon Iberico, anchovies or aged manchego cheese. Or share braised the lamb shoulder with a glass of rioja and toast Spain's success (or commiserate a loss).
No.4 The Barracks, 61 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane, 3367 8066

Ole Fuego
Suckling pork, caramelised endive with jus gras? Or a pan of paella perhaps? Freshly opened Fuego is just made for team meals, with a convivial atmosphere and dishes perfect for two or more hungry people.
Shop R2, 322 Moggill Road, Indooroopilly, 3378 8333

BELGIUM

Belgian Bier Cafe
Toast Belgium's status as a team to watch with a Trappist or Brune beer and a bowl of traditional Belgian mussels served a choice of four ways. Add fries with mayonnaise for the authentic Belgian experience.
169 Mary Street, Brisbane, 3221 0199

SWITZERLAND

Des Alpes
While this small landlocked country has managed to climb to an impressive sixth place on the World Cup ranking ladder it's still poorly represented in Brisbane with Des Alpes the sole flag planter for cheese fondue.
47 Blackwood Street, Mitchelton, 3355 9627

ITALY

Tartufo
It's a pretty sure bet is that you'll get an excellent meal here, whether you perch up at the bar with a proscecco and "spuntini" - a range of little bar snacks or go for the full Tartufo a la carte experience.
1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley, 3852 1500

Beccofino
While it has a broad menu, Beccofino became famous for its pizza years ago. Still considered major leaguers, Beccofino never falters on the delivery of their charry-crusted authentic pizza served with brio.
10 Vernon Terrace, Newstead, 3666 0207

Vine
Quiet achievers, family-run Vine shares the love with loyal supporters, with house-made pasta and a menu of modern Italian favourites, backed up by a well-considered wine list of varietals from Sicilian vermentino to Piedmont barolo.
158 Moray Street, New Farm, 3358 6658

ENGLAND

Chumley Warner's
Homesick Brits can get their fix of battered haddock, plaice and cod with chips served bayside as well and other delicacies such as mushy peas, pork pies and faggots. And there's the love it/loathe it battered haggis.
Shop 8/190 Birkdale Road, Birkdale, 3822 7787

GERMANY

Bavarian Bier Cafe
From pretzels, to pork knuckle, schnitzel to strudel, Bavarian Bier Cafe's menu includes all the German top strikers. But it's a game of two halves with a wide roaming beer list showing just as much skill.
Eagle Street Pier, Level 1/45 Eagle Street, Brisbane, 3015 0555

Zum Kaiser
One of the city's most impressive beer lists, matched with equally impressive portions of hearty German fare, at Brisbane's oldest restaurant. Don't expect a play of delicacy or subtlety and come with a big appetite.
The German Club, 416 Vulture Street, Woolloongabba, 0433 474 391

German Sausage Hut
Nothing fancy but this alleyway located ode to Germany serves up bratwurst, frankfurter, debreciner or cheese kransky in a soft roll with German mustard. Add a dollop of sauerkraut and a beer for the real deal.
Burnett Lane, Brisbane

GREECE

Lefkas Taverna
It's not the Greek islands, but there is a bit of a village atmosphere at this perennial Greek favourite. A lengthy mezze list is supplemented by a hearty and well-priced menu of seafood, grills and salads.
170 Hardgrave Road, West End, 3844 1163

Little Greek Taverna
A definite win with this friendly family run and very affordable taverna; from "Grandma's cheese bread" to souvlaki, juicy lamb cutlets and a very generous $2 per person BYO.
1 Browning Street, West End, 3255 2215

USA

Carolina Kitchen
Cheesy, pleasantly greasy, finger-licking goodness is served up with New York fries, chicken wings and appetite-busting burgers served with a side of soul music in this popular hole-in-the-wall suburban ode to the deep south.
2/38 Macaulay Street, Coorparoo, 3847 8227

Mighty Mighty Cue & Brew
Mighty in name, mighty in size so come with your greediest friends. Temporarily slake your appetite with poppers filled with Monterey cheese and pork belly, or Texan tacos with a cold beer before moving onto the seriously big stuff.
Shop 6/7, 100 McLachlan Street, Fortitude Valley, 3666 0184

Papa Jacks
It's got soul, a cracking cocktail list and a lip-smacking, belly-filling menu that almost makes you forgive the fact that the US is currently rated around 50 points ahead of Australia.
M&A Complex, corner Connor and McLachlan Streets, Fortitude Valley, 3162 8466