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Raise a glass to Alfred St Bar & Bottlo – the new hybrid Fortitude Valley haunt from the Brewski team
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Raise a glass to Alfred St Bar & Bottlo – the new hybrid Fortitude Valley haunt from the Brewski team

04 Nov 2024

Last week, the team behind legendary Caxton Street bar Brewski lifted the lid on My Beer Dealer Alfred St Bar & Bottlo – a two-part Fortitude Valley flagship serving a mind-boggling assortment of craft beers, fine wines and vegan-friendly snacks. Whether you’re looking to blow the froth off a few jars after work or grab something nice to take home, My Beer Dealer Alfred St Bar & Bottlo has you covered. more

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The recap: the best new Brisbane restaurants, bars and cafes this month
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The recap: the best new Brisbane restaurants, bars and cafes this month

31 Oct 2024

Was October the busiest month of the year for Brisbane's food scene? It's hard to argue otherwise. Every week it seemed like another high-profile venue was opening to the public – it was enough to make our heads spin! Now that we've got our noggins screwed on straight again, it's time to take stock. This month, we welcomed a subterranean dumpling bar plucked from the streets of Hong Kong, an ultra-chic bakery from a crew credited with sparking Melbourne's sourdough renaissance, a moody cocktail bar pouring spirits from the 1970s, a neighbourhood bar from one of Brisbane's best breweries, and a multi-hyphenate hub housed in a World War 2-era navy base. October had it all! Here is what we loved most ... more

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Korean flavours and punchy wines headline Snug's new evening service
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Korean flavours and punchy wines headline Snug’s new evening service

24 Oct 2024

One of the biggest success stories of 2024 is penning a second chapter. Snug, the cosy Coorparoo cafe famed for its egg drop sandwiches and hojicha lattes, is opening on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings as a wine bar. Expect a menu of Korean-inspired small plates like yukhoe-style beef tartare with gochujang, clams with doenjang butter and enoki, and abalone dup-bap with salmon roe and burdock root, as well as a punchy wine list populated by top Australian vino. more

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The Merchant Exchange is serving top-shelf whiskies and luxe lounge bar vibes in The City
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The Merchant Exchange is serving top-shelf whiskies and luxe lounge bar vibes in The City

24 Oct 2024

The team behind Brisbane City's newly minted bistro and nanobrewery Little Miss Sunshine has struck again, doubling its presence at Heritage Lanes on Ann Street with classic cocktail bar, The Merchant Exchange. Boasting a trove of some of the world's best whiskies, fine wines and a tight menu of snacks, this slick sipping spot is sure to be a popular haunt for fans of top drops. more

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Range Brewing opens Rays, a new neighbourhood bar serving suds, spritzes and schnitties
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Range Brewing opens Rays, a new neighbourhood bar serving suds, spritzes and schnitties

17 Oct 2024

When Patio opened in Rosalie Village last June, it was an overnight success. A character-filled pub-style venue serving suds from one of Brisbane’s best breweries and a menu of Italian-inspired eats – with that recipe, how could it not be? Well, in good news for Camp Hill locals, the Range Brewing team has done it again with Rays, a sun-soaked new bar and casual eatery that's open now. Expect the brews and bites you know and love, as well as some fresh additions that'll likely become new favourites. more

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Meet Stan's, the moody new cocktail and vinyl bar from the Stanley team
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Meet Stan’s, the moody new cocktail and vinyl bar from the Stanley team

17 Oct 2024

Looking for an intimate new spot to enjoy a sensational drink and a bite or two? Head to Stan's, the brand-new vinyl bar and cocktail lounge from the team behind Howard Smith Wharves favourite, Stanley. ⁠Inspired by old-world Hong Kong, Stan's is a dark and moody parlour serving a menu of Cantonese-inspired snacks (devised by Louis Tikaram) alongside modern takes on timeless cocktails. more

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Who let the dogs out? Boxer Brewing Co. opens The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar on Tamborine Mountain
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Who let the dogs out? Boxer Brewing Co. opens The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar on Tamborine Mountain

10 Oct 2024

Dogs have long been acknowledged as man’s best friend. But unlike many friends it can be hard to catch up with them over a couple beers and watch the game. Boxer Brewing Co., itself named in honour of owner Jon Heslop's childhood dog Humphrey, seek to cater to this desire with its latest venture – The Kennel Tap Room & Sports Bar, a pet-friendly venue that’s all about ice-cold brews and live sports action. Read on to sniff out all the details. more

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A WW2-era US Navy base is now home to The Officers Mess – a casual dining hub on New Farm's riverfront
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A WW2-era US Navy base is now home to The Officers Mess – a casual dining hub on New Farm’s riverfront

03 Oct 2024

If you've trotted along the New Farm riverwalk near Oxlade Drive recently, you might have seen some action going down at the heritage-listed mess hall perched on the banks of the Brisbane River. The space has just been reborn as The Officers Mess, a new dining and events hub overseen by a pair of chefs with fine-dining credentials. Boasting its own bakery, cafe and bar, The Officers Mess is perfect for a pronto pastry fix, leisurely lunches, sun-dappled snacking and breezy evening beverages. Take a peek inside ... more

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Pavement Whispers: iconic Ashgrove cocktail bar and live-music haunt The Junk Bar is moving to New Farm
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Pavement Whispers: iconic Ashgrove cocktail bar and live-music haunt The Junk Bar is moving to New Farm

03 Oct 2024

One of Brisbane's most adored suburban bars is on the move. Later this month, The Junk Bar and the Skukum Lounge will close its Ashgrove location before commencing a new chapter within a history-filled two-level space on Brunswick Street in November. Expect the same vintage decor, cocktail-centric bar offering and weekly roster of live gigs, as well as a brand-new food menu. Here are the details ... more

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Get the first look at Sarni, Ascot's stellar new neighbourhood bar and sandwich joint from the Ach crew
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Get the first look at Sarni, Ascot’s stellar new neighbourhood bar and sandwich joint from the Ach crew

26 Sep 2024

If fist-sized serves of sliced smoked mortadella, katsu curry chicken and lamb souvlaki are some of your dream sandwich fillings, allow us to introduce you to Sarni. The brand-new sambo spot from the crew behind Hamilton's Ach Wine Bar is serving some seriously stacked options from its home on Racecourse Road, which will soon also open at night for drinks and small plates. Take a peek inside ... more

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The round-up: what's open on the King's Birthday public holiday
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The round-up: what’s open on the King’s Birthday public holiday

20 Sep 2024

Keep your head up king, your crown is falling – and a public holiday is coming your way. While Charlie boy actually turns 76 on November 14, we here in Queensland are granted the day off to celebrate the birthday of our divinely appointed monarch this Monday October 7. If you’re keen to get out and about amongst your fellow peasants, we’ve compiled a handy list of places that will be trading throughout the day – have a gander! more

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Soko | Brisbane's best rooftop bars | The Weekend Edition
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The round-up: soak up sun or starlight at the best rooftop bars in Brisbane

11 Sep 2024

When the weather is turning it on, there's no better feeling than getting elevated. We love flocking to our closest rooftop bar, getting sky high and soaking up the rays while taking in a killer view. Brisbane's skyline is slowly filling in with some top-notch rooftop bars, and we've taken it upon ourselves to list some of Brisbane's best. Forget your fear of heights – once you take in the vistas at these elevated haunts, you'll never want to come back down to earth. more

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An enigmatic new nightclub has set up shop in Fortitude Valley
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An enigmatic new nightclub has set up shop in Fortitude Valley

22 Aug 2024

Looking for the perfect place to get your brat on? Well, you’re in luck – a slick new venue has opened its doors in the heart of Fortitude Valley. Enigma Nightclub seeks to stand out in a packed party scene with a sophisticated air of mystery and intrigue. Lighting up the Valley Mall with a captivating LED walkway, step inside Enigma to take a journey into the unknown. more

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Parties, perfume and paraphernalia – unique new nightspot Pawn & Co. opens in The Valley
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Parties, perfume and paraphernalia – unique new nightspot Pawn & Co. opens in The Valley

08 Aug 2024

Vintage designer handbags. Gleaming Rolex watches. A Bentley. These are just some of the items up for sale at Pawn & Co. No, it's not a luxury pawnbroker – at least, not entirely. Fortitude Valley's newest resident is blurring the lines between nightspot, pawn shop and perfumery. Here you can sip on creative cocktails, craft your own signature scent, purchase a piece of vintage memorabilia and dance the night away. Pawn & Co. officially opened last week – here's a sneak peek inside ... more

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It's always sunny at Little Miss Sunshine, Brisbane City's bright new bistro and brewery
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It’s always sunny at Little Miss Sunshine, Brisbane City’s bright new bistro and brewery

08 Aug 2024

When you break it down, Little Miss Sunshine – Brisbane City's newest nosh spot – is a bit of a hybrid. On one hand it's a bistro serving a stacked menu of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired snacks and large plates. On the other, it's a microbrewery concocting a tight range of drinkable beers perfect for sun-soaked sipping. No matter how you categorise it, Little Miss Sunshine is celebrating the best parts of living in the Sunshine State, creating a haven for hop heads and hungry inner-city wanderers in a rapidly evolving part of town. Have a peek inside ... more

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The round-up: what's open this Ekka public holiday
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The round-up: what’s open this Ekka public holiday

08 Aug 2024

The show bag pavilion is packed with prizes, the rides are fully operational, and the dagwood dogs are ready to be dipped. It’s Ekka time and that means a little mid-week day off for those of us in the greater Brisbane area. The show day public holiday is on Wednesday August 14 this year, and even if you’re not feeling the urge to throw yourself into some classic show-day shenanigans, there’s plenty of fun to be had! We’ve compiled a handy list of cafes, bars and restaurants that will be trading throughout the Ekka public holiday, so wherever you end up you'll be best in chow! more