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Clarence Restaurant

Unit 4/51 Fish Ln, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

Recommended by 67 people

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Unit 4/51 Fish Ln, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

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+61 452 655 996
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Clarence Restaurant

Perched on the corner of Fish Lane, Clarence strips pretension out of fine dining—turning out seasonal bistro plates without the stiff ceremony. The menu rotates with the market: duck breast with crisp skin, yellowtail kingfish, and onion tarts backed by focused wine pours. Theatre-goers count on the floor crew to pace courses against curtain times, while celebration tables find handwritten cards waiting unprompted. Stools along the counter look straight into the kitchen pass.

  • Unprompted Celebration Touches: Milestone tables often receive handwritten cards and candle-topped desserts prepared without customer prompting.
  • Paced Pre-Theatre Dining: Staff verify performance schedules on arrival, timing set-menu courses smoothly to meet curtain calls.
  • Open-Kitchen Counter Views: Bar stools sit directly opposite the open kitchen, offering clear views of culinary prep and service.
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Why Diners Choose Clarence Restaurant

From thoughtful celebration touches and punctual pre-theatre pacing to generous seasonal feasts, experience Brisbane dining at its finest—reserve your table today.

  • Unprompted Celebratory Hospitality

    Milestone occasions are met with personalized hospitality, including custom handwritten cards and candlelit desserts arranged without prompting.

    They remembered that it was my friends birthday, wrote her a card and gave her a little candle cake all without asking.

    Ash

  • Memorable Occasion Dining

    Couples celebrating milestone anniversaries enjoy warm, attentive floor service alongside refined, balanced dishes in an intimate setting.

    Thoughtful food, excellent execution, and an atmosphere that made a special evening feel truly memorable.

    Braam Du Toit

  • Attentive Pre-Matinee Pacing

    Floor staff proactively verify theater curtain times upon arrival to ensure multi-course dining fits effortlessly into show schedules.

    checking if we were in a hurry & delivering water to the table.

    Peter E

  • Punctual Pre-Show Service

    Dedicated pre-show dining options are prepared and served with prompt precision so diners never worry about curtain calls.

    the food came out very promptly.

    Nina Nicholls

  • Value-Driven Multi-Course Lunch

    Midday diners enjoy structured multi-course seasonal menus offering generous, balanced portions at an accessible price point.

    For $65, it was very good value for money.

    2lo

  • Generous Sunday Roast Feast

    Weekend guests can partake in a dedicated three-course Sunday roast featuring shared entrées, Wagyu beef, and beef-fat roast potatoes.

    For $75 per person, this is exceptional value and one of the best dining deals in Brisbane.

    Andrew Taylor

Seasonal French-inspired highlights celebrated across our menus—book your table today.

  • Dry-Aged Duck

    The dry-aged smoked duck was outstanding—easily some of the best we’ve had.

    N Cheewaruangroj

  • Yellowtail Kingfish

    incredible yellowtail kingfish

    Kristi-Lee Kane

  • Striploin with Onion Tart

    Pasturelands grass‑fed striploin with onion tart and chestnut mushroom. Perfectly cooked, beautifully presented, and full of depth.

    Braam Du Toit

  • Chocolate Terrine

    the chocolate terrine with salted caramel ice cream—both amazing.

    N Cheewaruangroj

Other favorites

Complement your meal with handcrafted aperitifs, savoury sides, and memorable desserts.

  • Penicillin Cocktail

    The combination of honey, ginger, and Scotch was an absolute opener and set the tone for the evening. Confident, balanced, and quietly impressive.

    Braam Du Toit

  • Chicken Liver Parfait Tartlet

    the chicken liver parfait tartlet - the shell was so thin and crispy, and paired with the super creamy, airy mousse-like texture of the parfait and jelly it was a major flavour bomb.

    Diane Nguyen

  • Beef Fat Roast Potatoes

    Those incredible roast potatoes cooked in beef fat – crispy, golden, and utterly addictive.

    Andrew Taylor

  • Apple Tartare

    the most exquisite apple tartare, a refined and memorable dessert that was the perfect finale to an outstanding culinary journey.

    Carolina Ardila

Beyond the menu

Personalized milestone gestures, attentive showtime pacing, and open-kitchen craft that make every sitting memorable—book your table and experience it firsthand.

  • Handwritten Milestone Cards

    Celebration tables are prepared in advance with a thoughtful handwritten card waiting upon arrival, recognizing milestones without requiring guests to prompt the floor team.

  • Surprise Candlelit Desserts

    Milestone diners receive an unexpected complimentary dessert adorned with a lit candle, delivered to the table without advance reminders.

  • Curtain-Time Schedule Pacing

    Staff actively check if diners have upcoming theatre or ballet curtain times, pacing courses with prompt precision so guests make their show comfortably.

  • Chef-Led Kitchen Counter Seating

    Diners seated at the bar have a clear front-row view into the open kitchen, observing the head chef and kitchen team coordinate and plate each course.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you dine here before a show or theatre performance?

Yes. Staff accommodate tight schedules for pre-theatre and ballet matinees or evening performances, offering prompt course pacing and dedicated pre-show dining options.

What set menu formats and Sunday dining options are available?

Clarence provides multi-course set menus for lunch and dinner alongside à la carte options, including a 5-course seasonal menu and a dedicated Sunday lunch roast with shared starters, roast rump, and desserts.

Does Clarence accommodate special occasions and birthdays?

Yes, the staff are attentive to celebratory occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries, frequently providing thoughtful unprompted touches like handwritten greeting cards or celebratory desserts.

Can you sit at the bar or dine solo?

The dining room features an open kitchen and bar layout, allowing solo diners and walk-ins to sit by the counter and observe the chefs at work while enjoying drinks and meal recommendations.

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