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Rodd & Gunn - The Lodge James Street

49 James St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

Recommended by 54 people

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Find Rodd & Gunn - The Lodge James Street

49 James St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 7 2103 3447
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rodd & Gunn - The Lodge James Street

Right along James Street, The Lodge balances refined cooking with an easygoing vibe, backing up smart service with serious kitchen chops. Locals head in for the standout steak for two—flanked by crisp duck fat potatoes and poured wine—or grab a midweek wagyu burger when time is tight. Regulars take to the breezy upstairs balcony bar for people-watching over amaretto sours, while anniversary dinners settle into banquets anchored by flame-kissed squid, fish, and charred cabbage.

  • Steak for Two Special: A popular two-person package anchored by duck fat roasted potatoes and paired wine.
  • Balcony Bar Perch: Upstairs open-air deck serving amaretto sours and bar bites over street views.
  • Attentive Hospitality: Smooth pacing and thoughtful touches designed for milestones and corporate lunches.
  • Banquets & Celebrations: Curated multi-course meals featuring sand crab spaghetti, fresh fish, and passionfruit pavlova.
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Key Advantages

Why guests choose Rodd & Gunn - The Lodge James Street for milestones, shared dinners, and balcony drinks

  • Shared Steak for Two Package

    The signature steak package for two delivers a high-value shared dinner featuring prime steak accompanied by wine and crisp duck fat roasted potatoes.

    All the food was exceptional, but the steak was the star of the show. Just delicious. Overall, a very generous meal of top quality.

    Yvette Bellachioma

  • Efficient and Well-Paced Set Menus

    Pre-set menus are designed with seamless, reliable pacing that fits neatly into midday corporate schedules and business lunches.

    Everything was smooth and well-paced, which made it ideal for a work lunch.

    Adam Smith

  • Attentive Hospitality for Milestones

    Milestone birthdays and anniversaries are elevated by attentive staff providing thoughtful personal touches, from split courses to custom celebration surprises.

    And the little birthday surprise at the end was such a thoughtful touch that made the night even more special.

    Sarah Dioguardi

  • Integrated Retail and Dining Concept

    Seamlessly combining fine hospitality with retail apparel, guests can explore the adjacent Rodd & Gunn boutique between dinner courses.

    Loved the concept of being able to have a cheeky shop in the Rodd & Gunn store next door between courses as well.

    Kat

  • Elevated Balcony Deck and Bar

    The open-air balcony deck overlooking James Street provides a dedicated upstairs bar setting suited for casual cocktails and people watching.

    we really enjoyed sitting up the top and people watching out on the deck.

    James Ashwin

  • Relaxing Social Atmosphere

    A lively yet unpretentious open atmosphere offers a relaxed backdrop for drinks and casual shared plates above Fortitude Valley.

    The seating on the balcony is so relaxing and such a nice spot to enjoy a drink.

    Fergus Dearsley

Guest favourites and signature culinary highlights

  • Steak for two

    We had the steak for two and upgraded to have a bottle of wine and side of duck fat potatoes. All the food was exceptional, but the steak was the star of the show.

    Yvette Bellachioma

  • Wagyu burger

    had the wagu burger, fantastic, the mid week lunch deal is great value.

    Rosco Parker

  • Sand crab spaghetti

    What elevated the experience further was the personalised touches from Ben such as splitting one of the mains, the sand crab spaghetti, into individual bowls.

    Hugo B

  • Eye fillet steak

    The steak (eye fillet) dish is one of the best I’ve ever had.

    Alfred

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service gestures and distinct amenities that elevate dining at The Lodge

  • Individual Dish Splitting

    Waitstaff proactively split shared dishes, such as sand crab spaghetti, into individual bowls for couples celebrating anniversaries.

  • Birthday Celebration Surprises

    The team provides unexpected celebratory surprises at the conclusion of birthday meals to mark milestones.

  • Celebration Photography Assistance

    Staff members happily step in as dedicated photographers for milestone party groups without being intrusive.

  • Inter-Course Boutique Shopping

    Dinners can seamlessly browse and shop the connected Rodd & Gunn retail store between dining courses.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there shared dining or set menu options available?

Yes. Guests frequently recommend the shared steak for two deal, often paired with duck fat roasted potatoes and wine, as well as multi-course banquet and set menus.

Is there outdoor balcony seating for drinks and light bites?

Yes, the venue features an upstairs balcony deck where you can enjoy drinks, cocktails, and bar bites while taking in street views over James Street.

Can I book a table in advance?

Yes, reservations are accepted and recommended, especially for weekend dining and special celebration dinners.

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