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Midtown Bar & Dining Brisbane

15 Manning St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

Recommended by 33 people

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Find Midtown Bar & Dining Brisbane

15 Manning St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia

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+61448634601
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Midtown Bar & Dining Brisbane

A snug New York-style drinking den along Fish Lane, this spot pours ten dedicated martinis alongside buttery lobster croissants. Bartenders happily stir custom specs off-menu or pour classic dirty variations alongside fresh oysters and caviar chicken nuggets. Monthly rotating menus keep things fresh with themed seasonal seafood, making it an easy drop-in for pre-theatre plates or a midnight nightcap over steak tartare cigars.

  • Ten-Variety Martini Focus: Ten dedicated martini variations on pour, bespoke off-menu builds, and a late-afternoon Martini Hour paired with lobster croissants.
  • Monthly Themed Menus: Chefs swap in monthly multi-course themes highlighting seasonal seafood, from provincial stews to caviar snacks.
  • Late-Night Fish Lane Hideaway: A moody 40-seat Fish Lane space welcoming late-night drop-ins for supper and post-theatre cocktails.
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Why Choose Midtown Bar & Dining

Discover why Midtown Bar & Dining is South Brisbane's premier destination for curated martinis and intimate dining.

  • A Dedicated Haven for Martini Lovers

    Midtown offers an extensive menu of ten dedicated styles alongside custom off-menu creations crafted to perfection.

    Midtown's Martini selection is a treasure trove for aficionados, featuring ten different kinds, each expertly crafted to perfection.

    Happy Diane

  • Refined Pairings and Martini Hour Indulgence

    Pair expertly balanced martinis with gourmet bites like fresh oysters and signature lobster croissants during Martini Hour.

    The gin martini was crisp and perfectly balanced, the lobster croissant was rich, juicy, and bursting with flavour

    Brisbanegirl life, art, food!

  • Ever-Evolving Monthly Rotating Menus

    The culinary team innovates constantly with themed multi-course menus that rotate each month based on seasonal produce.

    You can tell a lot of care is put into the menu, particularly their monthly rotating multi-course option.

    Brandon

  • Bespoke Off-Menu Cocktail Craftsmanship

    Talented mixologists seamlessly craft bespoke cocktails and off-menu favorites tailored to each guest's taste.

    Cocktail specials are always the go here but the bartender knows how to make anything under the sun

    Emma Radford

  • The Ideal Pre- and Post-Theatre Destination

    Situated right on Fish Lane, it serves as an intimate stop for pre-show sips, post-theatre drinks, or a relaxed supper.

    Can't recommend enough for a bit of pre/post theatre fun

    Emma Radford

  • Welcoming Late-Night Supper and Nightcaps

    Welcoming hospitality extends late into the night, offering discerning patrons late-night bites and warm nightcaps.

    The welcome was so friendly and the owner and staff were all so accommodating even though it was so late.

    Di

Signature martinis and refined bar bites

  • lobster croissant

    the lobster croissant was rich, juicy, and bursting with flavour

    Brisbanegirl life, art, food!

  • Espresso Martini

    Best espresso martini I've ever had.

    Alice Keath

  • gin martini

    The gin martini was crisp and perfectly balanced

    Brisbanegirl life, art, food!

  • caviar chicken nuggets

    Oh and the caviar chicken nuggets!

    Brandon

Beyond the menu

Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful culinary details that elevate an evening at Midtown Bar & Dining.

  • Bespoke Martini Customization

    Bartenders tailor off-menu variations and personalize pours across a curated ten-style lineup to match individual preferences.

  • Complimentary Late-Night Sweets

    Late-night arrivals stopping in for evening nightcaps are treated to unexpected complimentary dessert bites alongside their cocktails.

  • Playful Oyster Presentations

    Oyster service incorporates unexpected touches like lively popping pearls and signature Bloody Mary shooter preparations.

  • Martini Hour Lobster Pairing

    A dedicated early evening ritual pairs tailored martinis directly with warm, buttery lobster croissants.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of martini and cocktail options are offered?

Midtown features an extensive martini program, offering around ten different styles ranging from classic dirty and dry vodka to espresso, elderflower, and lychee martinis. Bartenders are also known to prepare custom and off-menu cocktail requests upon inquiry.

Does Midtown offer a rotating food menu?

Yes, Midtown rotates its dining offerings regularly, featuring seasonal multi-course tasting menus alongside snacks and grazing plates such as lobster croissants, oysters, and fried Camembert.

What is the seating layout like, and can you book ahead?

The venue offers an intimate indoor setting with approximately 40 seats as well as pleasant outdoor seating. Reservations are accepted.

How do you find the entrance?

Look for "the standard" sign and enter to your left to find the bar along Fish Lane.

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