New Farm's WATT Has Had a Huge Revamp

If you've been to the Brisbane Powerhouse, you've probably been to WATT. The restaurant on the venue's lower level is the kind of place where whiling away a bright afternoon feels like a breeze — and not just because of the zesty riverside air.

Next time you head there before a show, a tasty brunch or just because you're in the area, prepare for a refreshing atmosphere on two fronts. The relaxed vibe remains the same, as does the name, but everything else has been transformed.

Playing on its enviable location, WATT has decided to bring the outside in, complete with sunny dining areas, outdoor seating and a retractable roof. They’ve spruced up the bar snack, share plate-heavy menu to match, of course, with chilli popcorn, mini hot dogs, soft shell fish tacos and salt and pepper cuttlefish among their delicious-sounding offerings. And, in news certain to thrill arts lovers and theatre attendees everywhere, a special pre-theatre option has been added — plus, it's guaranteed to be ready before the curtain rises.

For those looking for something more substantial — or with more time to spend eating and drinking— WATT also welcomes a sibling eatery to the fold. At New Farmer’s Kitchen, a produce-to-plate focus sees food fresh from the sea, farm and garden made into mouthwatering meals, including seafood chowder, Cone Bay barramundi, Caboolture roasted beetroot salad and a vegetarian antipasto board.

Come September, the duo of dining establishments will start playing host to Sunday sessions with live music and DJs, if you needed any more reasons to stop by. After a few month's absence from Brisbanite's routines, WATT is back and better, it seems. Expect crowds of people finding out why.

Find WATT and New Farmer’s Kitchen at 119 Lamington Street, New Farm, or check out the WATT website.