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If you want the perfect bar to enjoy drinks in winter, Riverbar & Kitchen on the Brisbane River is your destination.

With spectacular views, delectable food, and an extensive array of drinks, Riverbar & Kitchen has the best beer garden in Brisbane and is ideal for any time of the day.

River Bar And Kitchen

Perfect for breakfast meetings, afternoon drinks in the sun, or dinner with cocktails and a wide selection of specialty beer and wines. This Brisbane favourite offers plenty of outdoor seating and the unique opportunity to sit by the water and socialise with friends.Location: 71 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

  • Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 7 am to 11:30 pm.
  • Phone: +61 7 3211 9020
  • Website: riverbarandkitchen@solotel.com.au

What they offer

1. Cocktail Menu

  • Their cocktail menu is the finest, with names potentially cuter than anything you’ll ever hear.
  • Ladies Doing Lunch is a cacophony of elderflower, strawberry, peach bitters, lime, and Absolut vodka.
  • At the same time, the Beach Bum Punch pays tribute to Beefeater gin, Lillet Blanc, peach, mint, berries, and citrus and is made for sharing.
  • Or get Rome With A View: Regale Rogue wild rosé, Campari, orange, lime, grapefruit soda — perfection.

Best of the Cocktails Menu

  • Slow Moon Rise at $16 - Plymouth sloe gin, Campari, peach liqueur, lime, prosecco
  • Red Zephyr at $18 - Berry tea infused vodka, raspberry liqueur, grapefruit, lemon, soda
  • Ladies Doing Lunch at $19 - Absolut vodka, elderflower liqueur, strawberry, peach bitters
  • Cult Classic at $19 - Cargo Cult spiced, blood orange, pineapple, cinnamon, lime
  • Gin ‘n Jam at $19 - West Winds Sabre gin, Aperol, rose jam, vanilla, lemon, cranberry bitters
  • Dr Gonzo at $19 - Del Maguey Mezcal, cherry, DOM, Cointreau, pineapple, pomegranate, lime
  • Border Hopper at $19 - Makers Mark, coffee liqueur, almond, lime, chocolate bitters, Fernet float
  • Starwood Crusta at $19 - Starwood single malt, pear liqueur, vanilla, citrus, sugar rim (contains egg whites)

Shared Serves (Serves 3 - 4)

  • Lychee Mojito at $36 - Havana Club 3yo, lime, lychee, mint, apple, soda
  • Salty Sailor at $36 - Sailor Jerry spiced, ginger liqueur, almond, pear, lemon, ginger beer
  • Strawberry Fields at $36 - Beefeater gin, strawberry, pineapple, citrus, soda
  • Winter Sangria at $36 - Absolut pear, chocolate liqueur, cinnamon, apple, citrus, red wine, and lemonade

2. Food Menu

You will love the food. Best come kitted out in your best stretchy pants, hungry AF, and ready to feast.

The soft shell crab burger is one of Brisbane’s best burgers, while the prawn bun with Asian coleslaw and kaffir lime mayonnaise is an undeniable crowd-pleaser.

If pizza is your game, you may fall in love here.

The spicy lamb quesadilla with avocado and sour cream is different, unusual, and addictive.

Meanwhile, the bresaola with garlic, blue cheese, oregano, and figs is made to pair with rosé in the Brisbane sunshine.

3. Wine List

Then there is a great list of wines: red wine, white wine, champagne, and sparkling.

They serve up a special menu of Chandon Garden Spritz-based cocktails.

Spruced with Spritz high tea is available for guests to enjoy a generous selection of sweet and savory canapés paired with their choice of Chandon Garden Spritz cocktail for just $50pp.

Find the menu here

Takeaways

My favorite snack here was Coolmunda marinated olives for $10 and summer greens for $22.
You can expect to spend between $10 to $42 per dish, with most main courses falling in the $25 to $35 range.

For groups or family events like birthdays or any event, you can throw a party here as this place is best for food, wine, and the overview of the outstanding Brisbane River and Story Bridge.

FAQs

What food will I find at River Bar and Kitchen?

You will find a variety of dishes including seafood, salads, pizzas, burgers, and grilled meats. They also have a selection of snacks and sides as well as drinks.

What is the time of Breakfast?

You can get breakfast from 8 AM until 11:00 AM on weekdays and from 8 AM to 11:30 AM on weekends.

What is so special about the Kids' menu?

They offer a special kids menu with a cheeseburger with chips and fish and chips that only cost between $12 - $15.

How can I make reservations?

Reservations can be made online through their website or other booking platforms like TheFork and Zomato.