From bustling seafood restaurants to chic neighbourhood wine bars, Brisbane’s restaurant scene has something for every occasion. But sometimes, you want something a little more exclusive, whether that’s an intimate dining room or a full run of the restaurant. Luckily, many of the city’s best restaurants also offer some of the best private dining in Brisbane, making it easy to host any event.
Head to Woolloongabba for a banquet of Chinese and Latin American flavours, or visit South Bank for Parisian vibes. The CBD is home to one of Brisbane’s most iconic restaurants with a sleek private dining room and a theatrical Japanese restaurant with a bar available for private bookings. Check out one of Brisbane’s best Italian restaurants for dinner parties, or opt for birthday celebrations at a 70s-inspired Italian hotspot. A cosy wine bar in Woolloongabba is perfect for celebrating upcoming or long-tenured marriages, while the West End boasts Shanghai street food. Try a unique, exclusive degustation menu in Fortitude Valley or head to South Bank for a meal at Nonna’s table.
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Read on to discover 10 of the best restaurants with private dining in Brisbane
For some of the best outdoor private dining in Brisbane – check out Casa Chow in Woolloongabba
Casa Chow serves up a unique blend of Cantonese and Latin American flavours. The main dining room’s neon lights and retro booths have helped make it a popular late-night spot, but it’s the leafy outdoor area that’s perfect for private hire. Book exclusive use of the whole area for big parties (up to 100 standing or 50 seated) or the semi-private elevated terrace, seating up to 15 diners on a long, sheltered table. The banquet menus are perfect for large groups serving up share plates of spicy chicken wings, stir-fried egg noodles and guava cheesecake bites. The drinks menu is a large part of the draw here, particularly the signature pisco sours using a Peruvian grape-based spirit. Try the Paddington featuring pisco and bitters with orange marmalade, or go for a blue Hawaiian with pampero blanco and blue curacao.
For one of the best private dining rooms for special occasions – book Belle Epoque – Emporium Hotel South Bank in South Bank
Belle Epoque – Emporium Hotel South Bank brings turn-of-the-century French design to modern-day Brisbane. With black and white mosaic tiles, Parisian furniture, and plants hanging from the ceiling, this chic restaurant is perfect for celebrating special occasions. Book exclusive use of Belle Epoque for up to 28 diners seated or 50 standing. With two different sharing menus featuring classic bistro dishes, platters of antipasto and desserts and premium canapes, feeding a crowd is easy. Belle Epoque boasts top-quality pastries, making it one of the best spots in Brisbane to enjoy a high tea. Enjoy melt-in-your-mouth tea cakes, fluffy scones and delicate macarons alongside gourmet finger sandwiches and aromatic teas. Add on a glass of sparkling wine, or book two hours of bottomless champagne.
For one of the best restaurants with private dining in Brisbane – head to Gambaro Seafood Restaurant in Brisbane CBD
Gambaro Seafood Restaurant is one of Brisbane’s oldest and best-loved restaurants. Well-known for its fine dining menu of top-quality steak and seafood, diners head here for everything from special anniversaries to important business dinners. Its private dining room has a glass wine cellar on one side and a private outdoor deck on the other. Great for corporate events and team lunches, the deck is perfect if you need a break-out space. With wi-fi, a 46-inch plasma TV and AV technology, it’s easy to put on presentations for your group. Book the sit-down menu and enjoy crisp skin barramundi fillet, hickory-smoked trout and share platters of Australian cheeses. Gambaro’s sister restaurants Black Hide Steakhouse Caxton Street and Black Hide Steak & Seafood are also great for special occasions. Caxton Street has four private dining rooms, seating between six and 30 diners; Queens Wharf frequently hosts holiday events, including a steak-based Christmas lunch on Christmas Day.
For one of the best restaurants for a theatrical dining experience – check out Izakaya Público in Brisbane CBD
Izakaya Público’s grand interiors are unlike anything else in Brisbane. Situated on Level 1 of Hotel Indigo Brisbane City, the two-tiered dining space features colourful, floor-to-ceiling murals, neon lights, huge red doors and an open kitchen. Watch as the chefs grill, steam and fry up creative Japanese dishes, like juicy yakitori skewers and edamame fried rice with kewpie mayo. Groups can book the whole restaurant for up to 200 diners standing. Alternatively, book Bar 1603, a cosy speakeasy serving sake, snacks and a Japanese high tea. For more intimate gatherings, book The Veranda with long tables seating up to 15 diners. Visit Izakaya Público on Christmas morning for a buffet breakfast with unlimited barista coffee, fluffy pancakes, crispy bacon and more. There are limited seatings from 7 am to 9 am and 9:30 am to 11:30 am, so book now to secure your Christmas plans.
For a fun dinner party at one of the best restaurants with private dining in Brisbane – head to Persone Italian Restaurant in Brisbane CBD
Embrace ‘la dolce vita’ at Persone Italian Restaurant. With sleek dining areas and panoramic views across the Brisbane River out on the terrace, it’s the perfect setting for any occasion. It offers multiple private dining options, including a private dining room with a large dining table that’s perfect for dinner parties. Alternatively, book the wine tasting room for a unique experience or book a larger event space for big parties, including wedding receptions. With Persone’s set menus, you and your group can share classic antipasti and dig into juicy eye fillet or a refreshing rigatoni al pesto with sundried tomato. Alternatively, book one of the canape packages for cocktail parties featuring crispy croquettes and vegan bruschetta. Book a table at Persone for the Christmas Day lunch featuring a tender porchetta as the main course and a special visit from Santa.
For one of the best private dining spots in Brisbane for birthday celebrations – visit Sasso Italiano in Woolloongabba
With a fun, 70s-style dining room inspired by New York’s Italian eateries, Sasso Italiano is all about good vibes and great food. Serving old-school Italian dishes, family-style, this is one of Brisbane’s best restaurants for big group get-togethers. Sasso Italiano is no stranger to throwing a big birthday bash, and if you book the Bar Sasso private dining area, the staff will help you plan the perfect event. If you’d like some classic cocktails with your night out, Sasso Italiano has the package deals you need. Book the Sip n Sasso Feast Me or the Sip n Sasso Feed Me bottomless lunches and get two hours of bottomless Aperol spritzes and prosecco. While you sip, share fresh oysters, house-made bread and creamy burrata before choosing your pizza topping.
For one of the best private dining rooms for celebrating an engagement – book at South City Wine Bar & Bistro in Woolloongabba
South City Wine Bar & Bistro is a chic neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant with a relaxed, old-school feel. Step past the green exterior and into the light-filled dining space with tiled flooring and shelves of wine. Or, stay outside and enjoy the alfresco seating in the sunshine. The whole venue is available for hire, seating up to 50 diners and accommodating up to 80 standing. The extensive wine list features a curated selection of natural wines from Australia and beyond. Plus, there’s plenty of champagne and classic cocktails, making it the perfect spot to toast to a special occasion like an engagement or an anniversary. South City Wine Bar pairs drinks with classic bistro bites like chicken liver parfait and pork croquettes. If you’d like to get a taste of South City Wine Bar before you book it, check out its Wine Down Wednesdays bookings with 50% off selected wines while you dine.
For an unforgettable Chinese feast – book at Lilong West End in West End
Get a taste of Shanghai at Lilong West End, one of Brisbane’s best Chinese restaurants. Named for Shanghai’s unique neighbourhood back streets, the kitchen serves up traditional street food in a vibrant, communal atmosphere. In the private dining room, you can try these classic dishes in a slightly quieter, more intimate atmosphere. Try one of the best-sellers like the pan-fried pork buns or wontons in red chilli sauce. Follow it up with hearty mains like the spicy fillet of fish braised in Sichuan chilli oil or juicy slow-cooked pork belly with quail eggs or bamboo shoots. Pair it all with a housemade drink like the lychee and coconut crush and finish off with a golden bean paste rice pancake.
For one of the best private dining rooms in Brisbane – book your table at Perspective Dining in Fortitude Valley
Savour a gastronomic experience at Perspective Dining in Fortitude Valley. With multiple tasting menus on offer, the kitchen serves innovative dishes made with fresh, locally sourced produce. Even in the main dining area, each table has plenty of space, creating a personal, intimate atmosphere. For private dining, The Eucalyptus Room seats up to 10 diners and offers one of Brisbane’s most unique tasting menus. Staff serve a sweet symphony of desserts over seven courses. Fresh flavours of honeycomb, yuzu, strawberry and lavender come together for a degustation that pushes the boundaries. There are a limited number of seatings each week; be sure to book on OpenTable to make sure you don’t miss out.
For some of the best family-friendly private dining in Brisbane – head to Firma Italian in South Bank
Firma Italian invites you to join the family with traditional Italian flavours and a relaxed, comfortable dining room. Using only the freshest ingredients, the kitchen showcases the diversity of Italian cuisine, sticking to classic flavours but unafraid to innovate. For an unforgettable private dining experience, book Nonna’s Table. With a wine display and a 150-year-old stained-glass window, this picturesque dining room sets the scene for an Italian feast. With a large central table that seats up to 14 diners, it’s perfect for a big family meal. The set menu includes Sicilian olives filled with veal and pork, creamy risotto verde with candied lemon and anchovies and a W black T-bone with crispy shoestring fries.
The best restaurants for private dining in Brisbane boast everything from cosy dining rooms to grand event spaces. Dig into Japanese favourites, Italian classics, seafood dishes and much more. Whether you book a set menu for a dinner party or canapes for a cocktail event, a big birthday bash or a business meal, the best restaurants for private dining in Brisbane promise a memorable time.
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