The Five Best Riverfront Spots in Brisbane
Brisbanites can't get enough of absolute waterfront vantage points for dinner and drinks.
Locals to Brisbane understand the significance of the river that flows throughout our city. While the overflow of the river can be brutal every few decades, Brisbanites cannot get enough of the heart of our city and admiring it from absolute waterfront vantage points. Heading into the summer months there are many reasons to celebrate, Christmas (and bonuses), weddings, birthdays, babies... and there's no place better to celebrate in true Brisbane style than down on the river enjoying a meal and a drink. So we have narrowed down our Concrete Playground top five riverfront spots in Brisbane.
Watt Restaurant + Bar
Watt is perfect for a long lunch, or lazy afternoon drinks with friends. The food is beautiful and the service is consistently great. Sundays at Watt are always atmospheric with live music and a great casual vibe. If you're after a serious treat, why not indulge in the chilli crab for two and eat until you are deliriously full on delicious crab. Overlooking the New Farm stretch of the river, there is plenty of people watching to do as joggers and casual strollers move along the boardwalk. For a wonderful and relaxing treat, Watt is the place to go.
119 Lamington Street, New Farm; 07 3358 5464; www.trippaswhitegroup.com.au
Sono
For a special lunch or dinner occasion it's hard to beat an exquisite Japanese meal. Whether you want to go for the extravagant tasting course option or keep it simple with sushi or dumplings, Sono has it all. Located at Portside in Hamilton, your waterfront view overlooks the wide stretch of river (unless of course there is a P&O cruiser) and then you can just check out all of the intriguing passengers.
39 Hercules Street, Hamilton; 07 3268 6655; www.sonorestaurant.com.au
Riverbar & Kitchen
The brains trust behind Aria have opened their second restaurant in Brisbane just this week, and we can tell it's going to be a winner. Right down on the boardwalk at Eagle St Pier, Riverbar and Kitchen has the nautical feel of a sailing club. With beautiful fresh prawns (and many other delicious items on the menu), jugs of refreshing summer cocktails and plenty of seating, this new venue will no doubt be housing many post-work revelers as well as families on weekends. The relaxed vibe and good food is sure to create many loyal customers.
Promenade level, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane City; Open Mon-Fri 7am to late, Sat-Sun 8am to late
Cove Bar and Dining
Enjoy relaxed alfresco dining at its best at Cove. Down on the river at South Bank, Cove is the perfect place to enjoy sumptuous food, ice cold drinks and the sun setting over the Brisbane river. Their oysters are fresh from Coffin Bay; the menu is unique and delicious; the drinks list impressive. Start with the chicken crackling and duck spring rolls and you will be starting off a night of unbridled joy.
River Quay, Sidon Street, South Bank; 07 3844 3993; www.covebardining.com.au
Stokehouse
For a meal that will leave you totally stoked, look no further than Stokehouse. Exquisite river frontage and an exquisite menu will guarantee a happy experience. Stokehouse has a stylish but relaxed atmosphere where you can enjoy the mediterranean inspired food, wine and views of beautiful Brisbane city. If you're after a more casual drink and a snack then just pop in to the Stoke Bar where you can get something as simple (but deliciously done) as a cheeseburger. You'll be stoked, mate.
Sidon Street, South Bank; 07 3013 0333; www.stokehousebrisbane.com.au
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