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Leonards Bar & Bistro

181 Mary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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181 Mary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

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+61 1300 676 170
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About Leonards Bar & Bistro

Tucked along Mary Street, Leonards Bar & Bistro trades downtown rush for unhurried dinners, low-volume classical tunes, and drinks crafted on a whim. The room invites you to sit back and talk—floor staff introduce each course as it lands, from fresh oysters on ice to hand-rolled tagliatelle and melting lamb rib. Regulars drop by early for coffee and flaky morning pastries, then circle back at dusk for ocean trout, burrata, and custom pours at the bar.

  • Quiet, Unrushed Dining: Classic background music, discreet table spacing, and attentive staff make lingering over conversation effortless.
  • Course-by-Course Explanations: Servers detail the nuance of every dish as plates arrive at the table.
  • All-Day Mary Street Hub: Shifts effortlessly from daily morning coffee and pastry runs to late-night bespoke cocktails and wine.
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Why Choose Leonards Bar & Bistro

Thoughtful hospitality, calm bistro surroundings, and an engaging bar experience make Leonards Bar & Bistro a standout destination.

  • Tableside Dish Explanations

    Floor staff provide attentive, formal service by introducing and detailing each course as it arrives at the table.

    all staff were attentive, professional and explained all our dishes to us as they were served

    Yianni

  • Morning Coffee and Pastry Routine

    Offering quality espresso and fresh pastries alongside evening dinner service creates a dependable daily ritual.

    Their coffee and pastries are good too. So good I go here almost every morning.

    Tiffanie Ng

  • Space to Slow Down and Chat

    Polite hospitality and a serene dining environment let guests unwind and engage in meaningful conversation.

    The bistro area is nice and quiet, highly recommended people want to slow down and have a good chat here.

    Bruce Ye (阿綠)

  • Atmosphere That Encourages Lingering

    An inviting bar setting and bespoke drink-making entice guests to settle in and extend their evening in one spot.

    Went bar hopping but stayed at Leonard’s since the vibe and the atmosphere was too good to leave.

    Matthew Wong

  • Classic Ambience and Refined Setting

    Classic background music and a peaceful setting offer a refined backdrop for an uninterrupted evening dinner.

    Excellent manners, classic music and environment.

    Bruce Ye (阿綠)

  • Tailored Cocktail Craftsmanship

    Creative, tailored cocktails paired with fresh small plates create a complete evening bar destination.

    Thanks Richard for making our drinks and being creative with the kind of drinks we wanted

    Matthew Wong

Signature bistro selections highlighted by guests for dinner and drinks

  • Oysters

    the oyster which was amazing

    Yianni

  • Lamb Rib

    the highlight for us was the lamb rib as it melted in your mouth with a great flavour profile

    Yianni

  • Hand Rolled Tagliatelle

    Loved the aubergines, hand rolled tagliatelle and lamb rack for dinner!

    Tiffanie Ng

  • Steak

    The steak, salad and fries were excellently done.

    Adrian Young

Before you head over

Practical advice for timing your reservation, navigating the menu, and making the most of all-day visits.

  • Book Online for a Quiet Table

    Reserve your table online in advance and arrive early to settle into the calm bistro section, where classic background music allows you to slow down and chat easily.

  • Ask Floor Staff About Course Details

    Staff explain each course tableside as it is served, so lean on their guidance when ordering savory mains like the lamb rib or rack, and clarify what comes included with appetizers.

  • Visit for Morning Coffee or Bespoke Cocktails

    Beyond full evening dining, the venue operates as a morning stop for coffee and pastries, or an evening bar spot where bartenders craft personalized drinks.

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