The Solotel group – the hospitality giant behind venues like ARIA, Chiswick, Opera Bar and Brisbane’s own Riverbar + Kitchen – recently announced it was expanding its presence in Brisbane, with plans to bring its neon-lit izakaya-style venue Goros to Fortitude Valley early next year. Work is underway transforming the former home of Little Valley in Warner Street into a multi-level venue big enough to fit 500 guests, with lanterns, arcade games and Japanese kitsch set to feature heavily across the interior aesthetic. Much like its Surry Hills sibling, Goros Brisbane will serve a range of Japanese-inspired eats, including robata-grilled skewers, takoyaki, pork and chive gyoza and bento boxes, as well as a stacked beverage menu headlined by signature cocktails (including its famous sake bombs) and trove of Japanese whiskies. Goros is set to open in early 2025 – be sure to follow along on social media for updates.