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Deer Duck Bistro

396 Milton Rd, Auchenflower QLD 4066, Australia

Recommended by 75 people

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396 Milton Rd, Auchenflower QLD 4066, Australia

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+61 7 4802 4383
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Deer Duck Bistro

Find the painted portrait off Milton Road and slip inside: Deer Duck Bistro turns evening degustations into dark, moody theatre. Antique armchairs, dim amber lamps, and quiet corners set the room for five, seven, or nine courses—think duck breast, quail, and charcoal-roasted lamb on artisan ceramics. Diners note that the kitchen quietly adapts plates for gluten, dairy, and yeast restrictions without forcing substitutions on the rest of the table. Service runs as a communal team, with runners shuttling courses alongside cellar pairings. Everything opens with warm rolls and house hummus, winding down over fruit jellies and assorted truffles.

  • Inventive Degustations: Multi-course menus running from five to nine plates, featuring seasonal courses like quail, duck breast, and charcoal-roasted lamb.
  • Tailored Dietary Menus: Complex allergy adjustments—including gluten, dairy, and yeast—are handled individually without altering dining companions' meals.
  • Moody Vintage Sanctuary: Antique furniture, dim mood lighting, and eclectic artwork create a quiet sanctuary tailored for couples and milestones.
  • Pooled Floor Service: A communal floor team coordinates runners and cellar pairings across each course throughout the sitting.
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Why Choose Deer Duck Bistro

Explore why couples and fine dining enthusiasts choose Deer Duck Bistro for milestone occasions—book your table today.

  • Artful Degustation Menus

    Meticulously paced degustations deliver artistic, flavour-forward dishes where every course balances creative technique with presentation.

    each plate arriving like a miniature masterpiece

    Dave Taylor

  • Spellbinding Milestone Celebrations

    Multi-course menus turn milestones and anniversaries into immersive, theatrical dining celebrations backed by knowledgeable staff.

    What a spellbinding experience! I was transported to another world and revelled in every moment.

    David Sweetman

  • Bespoke Individual Accommodations

    Customized adjustments allow guests with dietary needs to enjoy parallel courses without obliging their dining partners to share alterations.

    I loved that even with my dietary requirements (gluten and dairy free), I was able to have very similar to my partner and they did not force him to have the same adjustments as me.

    Jodie McVean

  • Multi-Allergy Kitchen Finesse

    The kitchen deftly navigates multiple concurrent intolerances across full five- and seven-course menus without losing flavour complexity.

    They were able to cater for my gluten, yeast and dairy intolerances which was great.

    Mandy Nance

  • Moody and Enveloping Atmosphere

    A dimly lit dining room filled with antique touches wraps diners in an intimate, cocooning setting made for romance.

    Not only is the restaurant a dark, moody, warm hug when it comes to atmosphere, the food is divine.

    Wendy Palmer

  • Private Supper Club Ambiance

    Hidden discreetly in Auchenflower, the venue offers the exclusive feel and antique elegance of a bygone dining enclave.

    spoiling yourself in the ambiance of a private supper club from decades ago for a special occasion seems like an indulgence we all deserve once in a while.

    Geoff Trimpol

Signature multi-course tasting menus and curated wine pairings from Deer Duck Bistro.

  • Five-Course Degustation

    Had an amazing experience here with the 5 course menu with wine pairing. Food was excellent - à la carte / small portions but very yummy.

    Georgina Banks

  • Wine Pairing

    The wine pairing elevated the entire experience even further.

    Lidya al yonani

  • Nine-Course Degustation

    I enjoyed the amazing 9 course meal, it was beautiful, delicious and you can feel the love and effort put into each dish.

    F. E

  • Seven-Course Degustation

    The 7-course degustation at Deer Duck Bistro was exceptional from start to finish. Every course was beautifully presented, thoughtfully crafted, and absolutely delicious.

    JANELLE HARTWELL

Other favorites

Delightful starters, craft beverages, and sweet touches that enhance the tasting journey

  • Complimentary Bread with House-Made Hummus

    We really enjoyed the complimentary bread (with homemade hummus) and the little individual desserts at the end. Great additional touch from the chef.

    Laura SABLE

  • GOATIS Cocktail

    I particularly loved the cocktail named GOATIS!!!

    F.S.

  • Sparkling Moscato Dessert Wine

    I ordered a glass of the dessert wine - a lightly sparkling moscato. Because it was so delicious.

    Nicole

  • End-of-Meal Chocolate Box

    My favourite part may be the chocolate box that comes at the end, it just felt decadent and old worldly.

    Janita Dal Cin

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful courtesies and personalized touches that elevate milestone degustation evenings. Reserve your table for an unforgettable celebration.

  • Complimentary Welcome Bread & Amuse-Bouches

    Every tasting menu opens with house-baked warm bread served with homemade hummus or butter quenelles alongside chef-crafted amuse-bouches, setting a generous tone before the first ticketed course.

  • Post-Dessert Mignardises & Truffles

    Dinners conclude with post-dessert confections, from a vintage-style chocolate box and artisan truffles to delicate fruit jellies offered as a parting gift from the kitchen.

  • Independent Dietary Course Tailoring

    Multi-course tasting menus are adjusted individually for complex restrictions—including gluten, dairy, and yeast intolerances—without obliging dining companions to compromise on their own dishes.

  • Discreet Milestone & Proposal Support

    The floor team works behind the scenes to manage the logistics of marriage proposals and landmark anniversaries, offering discreet timing and celebratory chocolate or dessert extras.

Before you head over

Key advice on arrival, menu customization, and dining pace to make the most of your tasting experience—reserve your table in advance to secure your evening.

  • Pre-arrange bespoke dietary adjustments

    Give advance notice (such as 48 hours prior) for complex dietary needs like gluten, dairy, or vegetarian menus. The kitchen prepares tailored alternatives without forcing your dining partner to share the same adjustments.

  • Set your pacing with the service team

    Deer Duck operates a pooled team service model rather than assigning a dedicated section waiter. With degustation courses moving briskly across a two- to two-and-a-half-hour sitting, alert staff early if you wish to stretch the cadence between plates.

  • Spot the discreet entrance on arrival

    The entrance on Milton Road is tucked away beside a neighboring restaurant—look for the painting of a woman in an elegant dress to locate the doorway. Wheelchair accessibility is supported, with ground-floor facilities situated past the bar.

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