Pool Bar

Overview

Just when you thought you'd used every excuse there is to drink espresso martinis — different flavours, different festivals, because it's Friday, because you're tired — along comes a new one. And, let's face it, boozy espresso martini soft serve isn't the kind of frozen cocktail treat that you get to have every day.

The chilled, caffeinated delight is on offer at Riverbar and Kitchen for the month of February, as part of a month-long party the riverside venue has dubbed 'pool bar'. Sadly, there isn't an actual pool, so keep your togs at home. But there are a whole heap of inflatable animals and deck chairs, as well as a menu that might make you think you're sitting by a spot of water that isn't just the Brisbane river.

In addition to the soft serve, you can tuck into other frozen drinks and vodka cocktails — plus snacks like charred corn on the cob paired with chipotle mayo, potato scallops covered in chicken salt, prawn po'boys, and both Cubano and haloumi and portobello mushroom sandwiches.

Entry is free, with the pool bar vibes hanging around every day until February is out. Heading by on weekends is recommended, though, with live music also on the bill.