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Lobby Bar, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD

Lobby Bar

4.4
4.4
138 Reviews
$41 to $100
Australian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Perfectly poised at the entrance of The Calile Hotel and spilling into vibrant Ada Lane, Lobby Bar is the ideal spot to wile away the day until it ebbs into the night. Executive Chef, Mark Godbeer has designed a progressive Australian style menu utilising local produce and rooftop ingredients for breakfast, lunch, bar snacks and dinner taster options so you can pop in at all hours, leave satisfied and begin planning your next visit.

Behind the bar - a cocktail menu which nods to the classics while offering its own flavour of reinvention complimenting a wine list that celebrates great Australian and international wine makers. With windows that throw open, breathing in the Brisbane climate, Lobby Bar is your destination for a single morning espresso or a night of working your way through the cocktail list.

A space that is a celebration of its surrounds, as perfect for one as it is for many, Lobby Bar will fast become your go to in James Street.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Farm-to-table, Modern Australian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm All Day Dining Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (07) 3607 5805
  • Website
    http://lobbybar.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Godbeer
  • Catering
    Lobby Bar does not do external catering or delivery. Instead, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner all available for dine-in.
  • Location
    48 James Street, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD 4006
  • Area
    Brisbane CBD
  • Cross Street
    Doggett Street, Wandoo Street, James Street and Ada Lane.
  • Parking details
    There is street parking, valet parking and hotel self-parking available. Hotel parking is through Secure Parking with entry via Wandoo Street.
  • Public transit
    Fortitude Valley Train Station is a 10-minute walk.There is a bus stop on James Street near Robertson Street, Stop 8A, that is situated adjacent to the entrance to the hotel.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Monday - Thursday 3.00pm-9.00pm, Friday & Saturday 3.00pm-9.30pm, Sunday & Public Holidays 4.00pm-9.00pm

Smalls

  • Freshly Shucked Tasmanian Oyster

    natural or finger lime dressing

    • ea$6.00

  • Ocean King Prawns$32.00

    cocktail sauce

    • Grilled Kinkawooka Mussels

      parsley and garlic butter

      • Six Pc$15.00
      • Twelve Pc$24.00

    • Housemade Salmon Gravlax$28.00

      blinis, dill créme fraîche

      • QLD Half Shell Scallops

        yuzu kosho butter, finger lime

        • Six Pc$34.00

      Staples

      • Fried Calamari$18.00

        chipotle aioli

        • Beef Empanadas

          aji

          • Three Pc$21.00

        • Fish Tacos*$25.00

          humpty doo barramundi, pico de gallo, avocado, chipotle sour cream

          • Caramelised Pork Shoulder Tacos$24.00

            grilled pineapple, pickled cabbage, salsa verde

            • Crispy Cauliflower Tacos**$23.00

              mojo de frejoles, roast peppers, adobo sauce, sour cream

              • Stockyard Beef Brisket Baguette$26.00

                horseradish, pickled cabbage, spring onion

                • Hiramasa Kingfish Ceviche$32.00

                  kingfish ceviche, rooftop cucumber water, avocado, coriander

                  • Fish Katsu Sandwich$26.00

                    home made kimchi aioli, sugarloaf cabbage, humpty doo barramundi

                    • Home Made Duck Pie$32.00

                      duck and mushroom pie, rooftop leaves, jus

                      • Ocean King Prawn Dumplings$32.00

                        aromatic bisque, basil

                        • Qld Stockyard Rib-Eye (450g)$75.00

                          200 day grain fed rib-eye, béarnaise sauce

                          Additions

                          • Shoestring Fries$12.00

                            aioli, chilli salt

                            • Grilled Baby Cos$15.00

                              caesar dressing, pangrattato

                              • Grilled Asparagus$15.00

                                pecorino, basil aioli

                                • Mixed Olives$8.00

                                  • Mixed Nuts$5.00

                                    To Share

                                    • Lobby Bar Grazer*$60.00

                                      assortment of cured meats, cheeses, condiments and crackers

                                      • Charcuterie*$35.00

                                        with pickles and condiments

                                        To Finish

                                        • Smashed Citrus Tart$15.00

                                          yuzu, meringue, shortbread

                                          • Chocolate Fondant$15.00

                                            salted caramel, hazelnut ice cream

                                            • Cheese Plate

                                              with condiments and lavosh, selection of

                                              • One Cheese$12.00
                                              • Two Cheeses$21.00
                                              • Three Cheeses$30.00

                                            Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                            What 138 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
                                            • 4.2Food
                                            • 4.7Service
                                            • 4.7Ambience
                                            • 3.9Value

                                            Noise • Energetic

                                            138 Reviews

                                            1. Hannah

                                              Brisbane

                                              1 review

                                              2.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 28 September 2024

                                              1. Overall 2
                                              2. Food 2
                                              3. Service 1
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              Staff kindly changed us from a 2 seater to a 4 seater to accommodate guests who were joining last minute. We ordered cheese platter but cheese was sold out and had olives and hummus. The olives were kind of gross.. totally submerged in the saltiest oil and really slimy. Hummus was nice but very limited on the vegetables to accompany it. We asked for more carrots and the waiter forget we asked twice. We had a bottle of champagne and ended up pouring it for ourselves as we couldn’t get staff despite staff standing around in groups by the door. We ended up ordering cocktails which never arrived and when we asked again the order had not been put through. We had them eventually and they were nice but service was lacking. Staff were nice but hard to get attention. Ambiance was nice, a bit loud but it’s a lobby bar so it was fine. Beautiful interiors.

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                                            2. OpenTable Diner

                                              Sunshine Coast

                                              2 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              2 reviews

                                              Dined on 17 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 2
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              This used to be a pretty special meal experience for a hotel lobby bar, food was creative and beautifully made and presented, how things have changed. breakfast and lunch are very much like any suburban cafe except for the prices. Obviously on a downward trajectory. As evidenced by the smaller numbers people have picked up the reduced quality and going to the many competitors in the James St area instead.

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                                            3. John

                                              Brisbane

                                              3 reviews

                                              3.0

                                              3 reviews

                                              Dined on 16 August 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 2
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 3
                                              We went for dinner and on arrival I asked for the wine list. To my amazement they had only 4 white wines and 4 red wines on offer by the bottle . I questioned the waitress as to whether there was a more comprehensive list but was told that was it! We left and went across to the road where we had the usual wide selection one would expect from a restaurant.
                                              Lobby BarResponded on 20 August 2024
                                              Hello John, Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear about your experience. We want to clarify that we offer more than 8 wines by the bottle. It seems there was a misunderstanding, and we apologise for any inconvenience this caused. We take pride in our wine selection and hope you'll consider visiting us again to explore our range. Until then - Mattia and The Lobby Bar Team

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                                            4. GeorgieS

                                              Brisbane

                                              4 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              4 reviews

                                              Dined on 8 July 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Overall lunch yesterday was a very pleasant meal, and I'd like to return. I will definitely recommend the Lobby Bar whenever I can.

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                                            5. OpenTable Diner

                                              Brisbane

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 18 May 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              We have had breakfast 3 days in a row here. The staff are fabulous and so attentive - best breakfast and great coffee

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                                            6. OpenTable Diner

                                              Brisbane

                                              1 review

                                              3.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 28 April 2024

                                              1. Overall 3
                                              2. Food 3
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              Entree’s nice (specifically the Anchovy), Mains average and overpriced.

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                                            7. BarbR

                                              Sunshine Coast

                                              19 reviews

                                              vip
                                              4.0

                                              19 reviews

                                              Dined on 12 April 2024

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 4
                                              4. Ambience 4
                                              The Calile Lobby Bar is an elegant and beautiful space to meet with friends just for a drink or a a drink and delicious tapas. It’s fun, with the added bonus of people-watching from the sidewalk space. This venue has a ❤️.

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                                            8. PauR

                                              New York City

                                              11 reviews

                                              4.0

                                              11 reviews

                                              Dined on 8 March 2024

                                              1. Overall 4
                                              2. Food 4
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              It’s a wonderful ambience and divine for a drink or bite to eat. The burger wasn’t that great for the price unfortunately but other items looked very good.

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                                            9. BennyL

                                              Brisbane

                                              1 review

                                              5.0

                                              1 review

                                              Dined on 14 February 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              great food and beverages. nice venue. slight issue with parking but overall a tremendous experience

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                                            10. Knim

                                              Canberra

                                              2 reviews

                                              5.0

                                              2 reviews

                                              Dined on 13 February 2024

                                              1. Overall 5
                                              2. Food 5
                                              3. Service 5
                                              4. Ambience 5
                                              Thank you for a great night, helped to make our anniversary very special!

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                                            FAQs

                                            Lobby Bar is rated 4.4 stars by 138 OpenTable diners.

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                                            2 people
                                            7:00 pm
                                            Booked 4 times today
                                            Google Map for Lobby Bar

                                            48 James Street, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD 4006

                                            Dining areas

                                            Additional information

                                            • Cross Street
                                              Doggett Street, Wandoo Street, James Street and Ada Lane.
                                            • Area
                                              Brisbane CBD
                                            • Hours of Operation
                                              Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–3:00 pm All Day Dining Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                            • Price
                                              $41 to $100
                                            • Cuisines
                                              Australian, Farm-to-table, Modern Australian
                                            • Dining style
                                              Casual Elegant
                                            • Dress code
                                              Smart Casual
                                            • Parking details
                                              There is street parking, valet parking and hotel self-parking available. Hotel parking is through Secure Parking with entry via Wandoo Street.
                                            • Public transit
                                              Fortitude Valley Train Station is a 10-minute walk.There is a bus stop on James Street near Robertson Street, Stop 8A, that is situated adjacent to the entrance to the hotel.
                                            • Payment Options
                                              AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                            • Executive Chef
                                              Mark Godbeer
                                            • Additional
                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                            • Website
                                              http://lobbybar.com.au/
                                            • Phone number
                                              (07) 3607 5805
                                            • Catering
                                              Lobby Bar does not do external catering or delivery. Instead, it offers breakfast, lunch and dinner all available for dine-in.

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