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1st Edition

Fortitude Valley

Updated: Sep 02, 2025

1st Edition is a pocket-sized Marvel comic-book inspired bar hidden away off California Lane in Fortitude Valley.

1st Edition Fortitude Valley bar interior

Find the secret entrance down the end of California Lane and you'll enter the world of comic heroes, top notch cocktails and delectable Asian-inspired food.

1st Edition Fortitude Valley

Named after all of your fave Marvel heroes, cocktails include Dr Strange (Violet Rhubarb & Bramble gin, lemon, lavender & simple syrup), Ninja Turtle Negroni (Salami Campari, 1757 Ross Vermouth, Bulldog gin with crostini), and Harley Quinn (dry gin, Persian fairy floss, gold flakes and rose Cuvee).

1st Edition Fortitude Valley bar interior

The exquisite food menu includes offerings such as oysters, chilli, mint & passionfruit; Spanner crab, burnt butter, cucumber and artichoke; Cheeseburger gyoza & kimchi mac; Cauliflower popcorn, bulgogi & sesame or Red Duck Curry with lychee, pineapple and slaw.

Images: Miles Trost

Check out our guide to all of the best bars in Fortitude Valley.

Still thirsty for more suggestions on where to grab a drink in Brisbane, head to our comprehensive Eat & Drink section HERE! Cheers!

1st Edition

365 Brunswick St

Fortitude Valley

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