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August West End

19 Dornoch Terrace, West End QLD 4101, Australia

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19 Dornoch Terrace, West End QLD 4101, Australia

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+61 482 383 247
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About August West End

A restored heritage church on Dornoch Terrace serving French-leaning plates without the usual fine-dining posturing. High ceilings, pressed linens, and an easy calm across the room. In the kitchen, classic technique overtakes camera tricks—sending out rich coq au vin, beef tartare shaved with fresh horseradish, and warm baguette with salted butter. The floor runs strictly sans chichi. Diners point to servers who pour wine with classic European posture, keeping the tempo unhurried straight through to poached rhubarb and brown sugar meringue.

  • Restored Church Setting: Set inside a converted heritage church with soaring ceilings, understated decor, and crisp linen tablecloths.
  • French-Leaning Craft: A rotating, technique-driven menu featuring coq au vin, beef tartare, duck ragu, and warm baguette with salted butter.
  • Attentive Floor Service: Old-school European floor service delivered with warmth, sharp wine recommendations, and thoughtful pacing.
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Why Discerning Diners Choose August West End

Experience unpretentious French-leaning craft in Brisbane’s restored heritage church—book your table today.

  • A Striking Heritage Church Setting for Milestone Occasions

    Housed in a thoughtfully preserved church with high ceilings and atmospheric charm, August provides an architectural setting that elevates milestone occasions and intimate receptions into unforgettable gatherings.

    The venue itself is stunning and completely unique, set within a beautifully restored old church that created such a special atmosphere for our day.

    Brenna Fullard

  • Old-School European Hospitality and Polish

    Front-of-house staff pair traditional European attentiveness and table linens with genuine warmth, allowing guests to completely unwind while every detail is managed with understated elegance.

    And then there’s the service: old-school European in the best possible sense. Haven’t seen it this good in a while balancing efficiency, warmth and professionalism.

    M E G C A R L S E N

  • Soulful Craft Elevated Above Social-Media Trends

    Steering clear of viral plating theatrics, the kitchen focuses purely on culinary substance, classic French technique, and soulful dishes that convey deep passion and care.

    They don't tease you with receipes made for instagram. Instead, they feed you with food cooked with lots of care and passion

    Ruobing Zhang

  • Heartfelt Cooking That Feels Deeply Personal

    Dining here captures the heartfelt affection and effortless generosity of having a culinary mastercook prepare a multi-course feast tailored specifically for you.

    Like your best friend who’s also the best cook you know cooks you a multi-course meal because they love you.

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  • Seamless Dietary Care Without Culinary Compromise

    Guests with dietary restrictions enjoy complete culinary parity, with gluten-free dishes prepared with equal nuance, precision, and indulgence.

    Also really good with dietary requirements, gluten free food was divine.

    Jacob Stecher

  • Generous and Satisfying Share Plates

    August balances fine-dining finesse with generous portion sizes and hearty share plates, ensuring celebrations and dinners leave every guest fully satisfied.

    make sure you go with an empty stomach as the servings are generous and filling.

    kota jade

Seasonal French-leaning dishes prepared with classic craft and generous care. Reserve your table to experience the menu firsthand.

  • Coq au Vin

    the knife skills that went into the coq au vin were next level

    veronica vee

  • Beef Tartare

    the beef tartare becomes moorish under a snowfall of fresh horseradish.

    M E G C A R L S E N

  • Fennel Fritti

    Particularly recommend the fennel fritti.

    AlexC

  • Mud Crab Omelette

    the mud crab omelette was like a religious experience

    Katharine Wright

Other favorites

Thoughtful extras, aperitifs, and accommodations that round out the dining experience.

  • Rhubarb, Pistachio, and Meringue Dessert

    Dessert was a combo of rhubarb, pistachio and meringue and avoided the usual cloying sweetness of sugar held together with egg whites.

    M E G C A R L S E N

  • House Quince and Rhubarb Vermouths

    the quince and rhubarb vermouths dangerously easy to continue drinking long past good judgement.

    M E G C A R L S E N

  • Casual Bar Seating

    But you can also grab a seat at the bar...perfect for a glass of wine and a quick snack.

    AlexC

  • Gluten-Free Dining Accommodations

    Also really good with dietary requirements, gluten free food was divine.

    Jacob Stecher

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and refined floor craft that elevate your dining experience—book your table at August West End.

  • Classic European Table Service

    Floor staff deliver polished old-school flourishes, pairing crisp linen tablecloths with waitstaff who pour wine with one arm neatly folded behind the back.

  • Dedicated Milestone Coordination

    For milestone receptions, the team assists directly on the floor with setting out florals and favours, arranging seating tags, and safeguarding cakes before service.

  • Off-Menu Cellar Discoveries

    Knowledgeable staff offer personalized off-menu cellar suggestions alongside niche aperitifs such as quince and rhubarb vermouths.

  • Attentive Dietary Craft

    Guests with strict gluten-free or delicate dietary preferences receive dishes executed with the same exacting seasoning and care as the main menu.

Before you head over

Essential planning advice to get the most from your meal. Book your table early to secure your spot.

  • Pace your ordering

    Portions and shared plates are notably substantial. Diners frequently find themselves full before mains arrive, so pace your ordering across courses to leave room for dessert.

  • Navigate dietary requirements easily

    Guests with specific dietary needs, including strict gluten-free requirements, receive attentive accommodations without any compromise on culinary craft.

  • Reserve ahead for celebrations

    The converted church interior has limited tables, making group dinners and milestone events fill up fast. Reserve your table early to secure an intimate spot.

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