Winghaus Is Brisbane CBD's Soon-to-Open American-Style Diner Dedicated to Wings and Beer
The bar will have 40 beers — and negronis and margaritas — on-tap, and the kitchen will serve wings in lots of ten, 15, 20, 50 or 100.
After opening several German-themed beer halls around the city, plus a colourful Mexican cantina, Rockpool Dining Group continues to expand its Brisbane footprint — this time, with a European and American-inspired joint that'll specialise in wings.
Named Winghaüs by Bavarian, seating 240 both inside and out, and headed to Edward Street in the CBD, the new concept is an offshoot of the hospitality empire's popular Bavarian spots. When it opens in either late September or early October, it'll be the first venue in the country.
Chicken is main culinary attraction — buffalo wings specifically — although you'll also be able to tuck into fried wings dusted in either chipotle or habanero powder, or opt for boneless chicken tenders. They'll all be available in servings of ten, 15, 20, 50 or 100 pieces, with eight hot sauces and five dips on offer, including teriyaki, blue cheese, ranch dressing, and honey and mustard.
For folks hankering for other US-style bites, think burgers slathered with Texas barbecue sauce, sides such as onion rings, potato gems and deep-fried pickles, plus New York-style cheesecake. And if you like your desserts both sweet and warm, a selection of deep-fried chocolate bars are likely to prove a highlight, with patrons able to choose from hot, gooey Mars, Snickers and Picnics.
A render of the Winghaüs interior.
While the menu skews American, European influences will come through in the drinks and decor. Like The Bavarian, Winghaüs will feature a stein chandelier made from 200 one-litre glasses, and will serve German brews such as Löwenbräu, Paulaner, Franziskaner, Spaten and Hofbräu. US tipples like Budweiser, Stella Artois and Goose Island will also feature, plus Aussie beers like Pines and Pirate Life. And, cocktail-wise, the bar's taps will pump out margaritas, old fashioneds, spritzes, negronis sand espresso martinis.
Brisbanites can also expect plenty to keep them entertained at the diner-style spot, whether you're settling in at the long bar or getting cosy in a leather booth beneath neon signs. Given that sports memorabilia will line the walls, it should come as no surprise that big-screen TVs will play up to 30 live sports attempts at a time — and that you'll be able to use your phone to listen into your game of choice. If you're not interested in whatever match happens to be on — or sport in general — you can hit the pinball machines and arcade games instead.
Find Winghaüs by Bavarian at 144 Edward Street, Brisbane from late September or early October — we'll update you with an opening date when we have one.
