Alfred and Constance Opens

Situated on the corner of Alfred and Constance streets in Fortitude Valley sit two vintage Queenslanders which have now been transformed into the home of Alfred and Constance - Brisbane's newest restaurant/dessert spot/tiki bar/awesome hangout.

The two houses come together out the back forming a large deck for diners to observe the chefs as they prepare meals through the kitchen window. The focus of the kitchen is the wood-fired oven and on the menu diners are influenced to choose a couple of small sides (pork crackling/devils on horsebacks) accompanied by a shared serving of wood-fired oven roasted chicken, pork or beef. The cosy Alfred street verandah is for those wanting to treat their sweet tooth by picking from the large display cabinet of decadence in the dessert bar. Inside is a lounge room for those wanting to settle in for some casual drinks; but upstairs is where the real action is bound to happen at the White Lightning Tiki Bar.

When we popped in it was Sunday lunch time but by the looks of the cocktail menu plus a space that is conducive to good times, this place is going to be pumping throughout summer and beyond. Smokers (not that we condone smoking) will also be pleased to note that they have one of the best seats in the house. Roof top with a view towards Fortitude Valley with pirate flag flying high. Alfred and Constance is charming, versatile and laid back with options to suit everybody. They also play really great tunes courtesy of Fleetwood Mac.