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James St, Fortitude Valley

Brisbane's Best Eat Streets

One of Brisbane's best and most elegant eat streets, James Street, Fortitude Valley is home to some of Brisbane's finest and most renowned restaurants (including Greek, Thai, Middle Eastern, Italian, steak and seafood) and bars, as well as top notch casual eats. Here's the pick of where to drink and dine:

Fatcow on James St

The top-tier steak and seafood restaurant brings a world of sophistication, timeless glamour and exemplary service

Carmen Tequileria

A chic resort-style Mexican restaurant and boutique tequila bar located on James Street

The Lodge Bar & Dining

Lit-up exterior of Rodd & Gunn's The Lodge Fortitude Valley

An exquisite 2-storey restaurant and bar housed in a stunning heritage-listed Queenslander

sAme sAme

sAme sAme is a stunning contemporary 2-level Thai restaurant and bar in the Valley's chic Ada Lane

SK Steak and Oyster

Vie of dining room from top floor at SK Steak & Oyster

Mad Men meets James Bond at Ada Lane's stunning world class restaurant and bar

Gemelli James Street

This slick contemporary Italian dining oasis brings delectable Italian cuisine to a prominent Valley corner

Sunshine Mediterranean Eatery

Sunshine is a unique vegetarian Mediterranean eatery with the option to dine in or take away

Bar Tano

A chic Italian apperitivo bar which sits alongside its sibling Gemelli James Street in the fashionable Fortitude Valley precinct

Cru Bar

Since the day it first drew open its sheer curtains, Cru Bar and Cellar has been a magnet for drinkers of all ages

At Sixes & Sevens

People drinking outside At Sixes and Sevens Bar in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley

At Sixes and Sevens is a gorgeous public house come gastro pub inhabiting one of the area's oldest surviving buildings

The Green

A Middle Eastern inspired urban oasis serving breakfast and lunch daily from its leafy plant-filled home

Harvey's Bar & Bistro

Harvey's Bistro, Fortitude Valley, James Street, Brisbane

This upmarket bistro in a cool summerhouse style setting has become something of a James Street institution

ēmmē

ēmmē is a stunning light-filled diner dishing up an ever-evolving menu, breathtaking interiors and exceptional brews on James Street

ESSA Restaurant & Bar

Open Kitchen in Essa Restaurant Fortitude Valley

ESSA has opened its doors to a luxe new level of bespoke dining

Neon

Classic neon signs, including Stefan’s iconic rainbow, will be on display

Dec 6 - Feb 9

Lord Mayor's Christmas Carols

Watch the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols for free at Victoria Park

Dec 7

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

Brisbane’s best local independent makers and their handmade goods

Dec 7-8

Christmas Twilight Train

All aboard the Christmas Twilight Train with the historic Mary Valley Rattler

Dec 7 & 13

Joy To The World at White Christmas

Experience a dazzling Christmas spectacular at Movie World

Dec 7-21

Brisbane Sings Messiah

Handel's Messiah is performed in the splendid surrounds of Brisbane City Hall

Dec 8

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year

Dec 13-19

External garden lighting at Nicholas St precinct

Christmas at St Nicholas Precinct

Celebrate the wonder of Christmas with a visit to St Nicholas Precinct

Dec 13-22

The Holiday in Concert

Experience the much-loved romcom 'The Holiday' with live orchestra

Dec 14

COMING UP

What's On in December In & Around Brisbane

From epic concerts, world class ballet and Christmas-themed cabaret to festive dining, what's on in December around Brisbane:

What's On in December in Brisbane

GIFT IDEAS

Christmas Gift Guide 2024

When it comes to finding unique Christmas gifts, this guide has it covered, from must-do experiences and bespoke gifts to tickets to must-see shows

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KIDS

December School Holiday Guide

Looking for fun things to do with the kids this December? From Christmas putt putt and White Christmas extravaganza to fantastic kids shows & activities

December School Holiday Guide 2024

CELEBRATE

New Year's Eve 2024

From rooftop soirees, gala concerts, cheeky cabaret and degustation dinners to vertical dining and a Story Bridge climb, the top ways to spend New Year's Eve 2024 in Brisbane

NYE 2024 in Brisbane