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Criterion Tavern, Brisbane, AU-QLD

Criterion Tavern

4.4
4.4
80 Reviews
$40 and under
Pub

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
  • Great for brunch
The Criterion Tavern is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some drinks with friends. In the heart of Brisbane CBD, the Criterion Tavern is ideal to enjoy a bite on your lunchtime or catering for families of all shapes and sizes. In addition, the Criterion Tavern is able to provide fitted service for a variety of occasions from corporate functions through to birthday parties. It covers all events across the board and is the essential destination to have a bet or watch the sport, taking advantage of the quality atmosphere Criterion Tavern has to offer.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 80 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Criterion Tavern is a bustling Brisbane CBD spot offering "best value steak and drinks" with friendly staff. It's perfect for group gatherings, with "excellent meals" including plant-based options. Although busy, the efficient service and vibrant atmosphere make it a great choice for casual dining or starting a night out.
80 Reviews
  1. Victor

    Brisbane3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best value steak worth eating in the Brisbane CBD!! Best value drinks in Brisbane. Great staff and service all the time. Check it out!!

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  2. Arthur

    Brisbane2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We look forward to our Tuesday lunch, great people and great food :)

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  3. Lisa

    Brisbane5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent meals, especially the plant based options. A lot of choice for the vegans and it was actually delicious. The space we had for our large group was nice and we had it for quite a while. Staff were pretty good.

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  4. Kate

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Fantastic food - great steak specials - (1/5 steaks was a little on the small side). Fast friendly service Great staff We will be back

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  5. Victor

    Brisbane3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Criterion has wonderful staff and great food! The drinks are at the right price even out of happy hour. A good place to be after work!

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  6. Arthur

    Brisbane2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The $17 steak is my favourite washed down with a Heineken Zero :)

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  7. Victor

    Brisbane3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The Criterion has great bar prices and a happy hour. The food is excellent and very well priced. The staff and service are excellent and there is a sports and pokies section there too. Overall, a great place to start the evening and maybe carry on too!!

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  8. Del

    Brisbane2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The ambience was much better than the google pic reflected. We did go at a busy time, and had never been there before. However, we did say we may go there next year for our catch up lunches with family…Prefer table service re ordering of food, but we waited until the line was small.

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  9. Nikki

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would recommend this place to anyone great staff good manners food was delicious thank you for the good service

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  10. Christine

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service always great - enjoy meeting friends at the Cri.

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FAQs

Criterion Tavern is rated 4.4 stars by 80 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Criterion Tavern

239 George Street, Brisbane, AU-QLD 4000

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Brisbane CBD
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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