The Mansfield Tavern is an icon of Brisbane's southside, having served cold pints and hearty food to all-comers since 1974. Following a recent renovation, the down-to-earth pub has entered its next chapter, offering a refreshed bistro, beer garden and sports bar. Plus, its historic entertainment space, The Arena, is better equipped than ever, breathing new life into one of the city's famed live music venues. In the bistro, this light-filled space is a go-to spot for easygoing cuisine. Spanning the full spectrum of laidback pub staples, the menu offers shared plates and comforting dishes, like smash burgers, classic chicken parmi and a steak lineup, served with garden salad and chips or creamy ranch slaw and garlic buttered potatoes. Meanwhile, there are dedicated menus for seniors and kids. Speaking of little ones, the bistro leads directly into a landscaped courtyard with a spacious kids' play area. You also have an openair beer garden running adjacent to the bistro, adorned with festoon lighting and relaxed seating. No doubt this spot will prove popular on sunny days and sweltering evenings. The sports bar is another inviting zone, featuring pool tables and comfy furniture alongside a six-metre-wide LED screen wall primed for big games and a rowdy crowd. As for The Arena, Mansfield Tavern's storied entertainment venue, expect regular programming that maintains its 50-year history. Over the decades, the stage has featured bands like Midnight Oil, INXS and Violent Soho, while the space has routinely doubled as a boxing venue for major events. For something a little more lighthearted, the schedule is also stacked with touring comedians and family-friendly entertainment.
